Fiesta Tapatia’s 16 Violations Lead This Week’s Health Inspections

Two establishments earned perfect inspections, but most routine visits landed between 1 and 7 violations as February reporting begins.

The Central Virginia Health District has released its latest food establishment inspection reports covering inspections conducted January 28–February 2, 2026, with routine inspections accounting for the majority of activity, alongside several follow-up and other inspections completed during the period.

Inspection activity remained steady heading into early February. Routine inspection violation totals ranged from zero to sixteen, while follow-up inspections focused primarily on confirming corrections from previously cited violations rather than generating new totals.

Routine Inspections

A total of 15 routine inspections were conducted during the reporting period, reflecting a wide range of compliance outcomes.

Zero Violations (Perfect Inspections)

The following establishments met all applicable food safety requirements at the time of inspection:

• Soulfood Delight – 2410 12th Street
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 0 violations
• Campbell County Adult Detention Center – Rustburg
  (Routine | Feb. 2) — 0 violations

Low Violation Totals (1–2 violations)

Violations in this range are typically minor and often corrected during or shortly after the inspection.

• Burger King #1218 – 18059 Forest Road
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 1 violation
• McDonald’s #32888 – 14901 Forest Road
  (Routine | Jan. 30) — 1 violation
• The Pita Company – Bedford
  (Routine | Feb. 2) — 1 violation
• McDonald’s #11660 – 17949 Forest Road
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 2 violations
• Kentucky Fried Chicken – Bedford
  (Routine | Feb. 2) — 2 violations
• Koffee Kup – 22763 Timberlake Road
  (Routine | Feb. 2) — 2 violations

Moderate Violation Totals (3–7 violations)

Several establishments recorded mid-range violation totals during routine inspections.

• Vinny’s – Moneta
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 3 violations
• Smith Mountain Lake Moose – Bedford
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 4 violations
• Meredith’s Restaurant – Madison Heights
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 4 violations
• Bull Docks – Moneta
  (Routine | Jan. 29) — 5 violations
• El Cerrito – Altavista
  (Routine | Feb. 2) — 7 violations

Highest Violation Totals This Week

Fiesta Tapatia Cited for 16 Violations During Routine Inspection

Fiesta Tapatia
17860-E Forest Road, Forest, VA 24551
Full Service Restaurant | Routine Inspection
Inspection Date: January 30, 2026

Fiesta Tapatia recorded the highest routine inspection violation total of the week, with 16 violations cited during a food safety inspection conducted on January 30.

Inspectors documented multiple issues related to handwashing access, cross-contamination risks, temperature control, sanitation, food labeling, and facility maintenance, with several violations requiring immediate corrective action and others scheduled for follow-up verification.

Key Violations and Observations

• Handwashing Access and Supplies:
  The only kitchen handwashing sink was blocked by equipment, lacked soap and paper towels, and was not turned on until pointed out by inspectors, indicating inadequate handwashing oversight.
• Cross-Contamination Risks:
  Employees were observed using the same utensils for raw and ready-to-eat foods, and gloves were not changed after cleaning soiled equipment before handling food.
• Sanitization Failures:
  The dish machine registered 0 ppm sanitizer due to an improperly connected dispenser. Until repairs are completed, the three-compartment sink is being used for sanitizing.
• Temperature Control Issues:
  Queso, diced tomatoes, and other foods were observed outside required temperature ranges. Items were reheated, iced, or discarded during the inspection.
• Date Marking and Storage:
  Numerous items lacked proper date marking, and cooked rice was stored without approved time or temperature controls in place.
• Facility Maintenance:
  Inspectors noted a gap under the back door that could allow pest entry, plumbing leaks at the hand sink, and missing tiles and ceiling gaps near walk-in units.

Several violations were corrected on site, while others will be reviewed during a scheduled follow-up inspection on February 9, 2026.

Express Lane #15 Cited for 9 Violations During Routine Inspection

Express Lane #15
1001 Creekside Lane, Lynchburg, VA 24502
Convenience Store Food Service | Routine Inspection
Inspection Date: February 2, 2026

Express Lane #15 recorded the second-highest violation total of the week, with 9 violations cited during a routine inspection.

Inspectors documented issues related to employee health policies, food storage order, sanitation, equipment maintenance, and facility cleanliness.

Key findings included missing employee illness documentation, lack of vomit and diarrheal clean-up procedures, improper food storage order in the walk-in cooler, dirty equipment surfaces, cracked freezer gaskets, and inadequate storage of food items and utensils. Corrective actions were discussed and implemented during the inspection, with continued monitoring advised.

Follow-Up Inspections Conducted

Follow-up inspections were completed to verify correction of previously cited violations at the following establishments:

• Super 8 – 3736 Candlers Mountain Road (Jan. 28)
• Jersey Mike’s – 3901 Old Forest Road (Jan. 28)
• Taco Bell #39762 – 8131 Timberlake Road (Jan. 30)
• La Carreta #6 – 14575 Forest Road (Jan. 30)
• Brauburgers – 1332 Venture Drive (Jan. 30)
• Iron and Ale – 106 Cornerstone Street (Jan. 31)

Other Inspections

• Ice Cream Obsession – Altavista
  (Other | Feb. 2)
• McDonald’s #6075 – Altavista
  (Other | Feb. 2)

January 28–February 2 Summary

This week’s inspections across Greater Lynchburg reflected a broad compliance spectrum, from two perfect inspections to routine inspections reaching 16 violations. As inspection volume continues into February, follow-up visits will provide a clearer picture of how effectively establishments address and sustain required corrections.