Food Inspections: 20 Violations Reported at Nine Greater Lynchburg Establishments

Two establishments recorded four violations each during the Oct. 13–19 inspection period, while nine others had no violations.

Health inspectors documented 20 violations across 18 routine food establishment inspections in Greater Lynchburg during the week of Oct. 13–19, according to Virginia Department of Health reports.

Colcas Express/Christiano's Pizza/Andy's Burgers on Candlers Mountain Road and Ray's Burgers & Grill in Forest recorded the most violations, with four each.

Among the findings were improper refrigeration temperatures, food storage concerns, sanitation issues and equipment maintenance problems.

Twelve of the 20 violations were marked corrected on-site. Nine establishments had no violations, including Dave's Hot Chicken, Arby's and three school cafeterias.

By the Numbers

• 18 routine inspections
• 20 total violations
• 9 establishments with violations
• 9 establishments with no violations
• 12 violations marked corrected on-site
• 7 follow-up inspections and 5 other inspections listed separately

Establishments With the Most Violations

Colcas Express/Christiano's Pizza/Andy's Burgers — 4 Violations

3405 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg | Oct. 19

Inspectors documented four violations involving food labeling, wiping cloth storage, utensil handling and employee belongings.

A container apparently holding flour was incorrectly labeled as white rice. A wet wiping cloth was left on a preparation table rather than stored in sanitizer. Ice cream scoops were held in standing water at 109°F, below the required 135°F for that storage method.

Inspectors also found a purse resting on a box of food and other personal belongings stored among food items.

All four violations were corrected during the inspection. The inspector also noted satisfactory food temperatures and date-marking practices.

Ray's Burgers & Grill — 4 Violations

1202 Bethany Church Circle, Forest | Oct. 16

Inspectors found raw hamburger patties stored above onions, lettuce and packaged coleslaw, creating a potential cross-contamination risk. The ready-to-eat foods were relocated during the inspection.

Chili measured 43°F, while ham and hot dogs measured 44°F in a refrigerator, above the required cold-holding maximum of 41°F. The operator closed the refrigerator door to allow temperatures to decrease and agreed to monitor the food.

The establishment also lacked an employee with a current Certified Food Protection Manager credential. An employee with supervisory responsibilities was directed to obtain certification within 90 days.

A water heater beneath the three-compartment sink was beginning to rust and leaking slowly. Repairs or replacement were required within 90 days.

Two violations were marked corrected on-site.

Ferguson Family Provisions — 3 Violations

1273 Paradise Haven Trail, Blue Ridge | Oct. 16

Inspectors found macaroni salad and coleslaw at 44°F, above the required 41°F cold-holding maximum. The foods were moved toward the back of the refrigerator, where other items were holding at acceptable temperatures.

A sanitizer spray bottle tested above 500 parts per million. Water was added, bringing the concentration to 400 ppm.

Inspectors also found leaks at the water pump and handwashing sink drain, with repairs required within 90 days.

Two violations were marked corrected on-site.

Other Establishments with Violations

Butts-Up Bar-B-Que Mobile Unit — 2 Violations
466 Sunset Drive, Concord | Oct. 19

Inspectors found that the mobile unit used water from a private residential well without documentation of the required annual nitrate and total coliform testing. Test results were requested by Oct. 29.

Inspectors also observed a black mildew-like substance around the freshwater inlet components and particulates inside the inlet pipe. The operator was directed to flush and sanitize the water system before its next use. The unit was not operating during the inspection.

El Gordo's Kitchen — 1 Violation
17980 Forest Road, Suite D, Forest | Oct. 18

Inspectors found the mobile unit's wastewater tank full and leaking onto the pavement through an overflow pipe. The operator emptied the tank before resuming operation and was directed to permanently cap or remove the overflow pipe within three days.

Teachable Moments Preschool — 1 Violation
1915 Thomson Drive, Lynchburg | Oct. 15

Disposable foil pans were stored inside a kitchen handwashing sink, obstructing its use. The chef removed the pans during the inspection, correcting the violation. The inspector described the kitchen as generally neat and organized.

The Mingo Coffee Co. — 1 Violation
21700 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg | Oct. 14

Inspectors found low-splash bleach available for dishwashing, although the manufacturer's instructions did not indicate that it was safe for food-contact surfaces. The owner agreed to order an appropriate replacement product.

The Sedalia Center — 1 Violation
1108 Sedalia School Road, Big Island | Oct. 13

A refrigerator in the upper kitchen was operating at 46°F, with bacon inside measuring 43°F. Temperature-sensitive foods were moved to another refrigerator operating at 36°F. The violation was marked corrected on-site, although the malfunctioning refrigerator still required repair or replacement.

Nine Establishments Had No Violations

The following establishments received routine inspections with no violations documented:

Arby's #7651 — 21717 Timberlake Road, Lynchburg (Oct. 14)
Auntie M's Bakery — 18336 Forest Road, Lynchburg (Oct. 16)
Big Island Elementary School — 1114 Schooldays Road, Big Island (Oct. 13)
Brookneal Munch — 409 Lusardi Drive, Brookneal (Oct. 19)
Brookneal Munch II — 409 Lusardi Drive, Brookneal (Oct. 19)
Dave's Hot Chicken #1506 — 3919 Wards Road, Lynchburg (Oct. 13)
Downtown Cairo — 18013 Forest Road, Forest (Oct. 18)
LCA — Benny's Kitchen — 3701 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg (Oct. 13)
LCA — Kids Way Cafe — 3701 Candlers Mountain Road, Lynchburg (Oct. 13)

Inspectors offered particularly positive comments about several establishments. At Dave's Hot Chicken, the inspector praised management's control of food safety risks. At Arby's, the inspector wrote, "No violations noted. Nice job!"

The inspector at LCA's Benny's Kitchen also commended its date marking, temperature monitoring, chemical storage and kitchen cleanliness.

School and Child Care Inspections

Four educational food service facilities were inspected during the reporting period.

Both Liberty Christian Academy cafeterias — Benny's Kitchen and Kids Way Cafe — received inspections with no violations, as did Big Island Elementary School.

Teachable Moments Preschool received one violation involving an obstructed handwashing sink. The issue was corrected during the inspection.

Additional Inspection Activity

In addition to the 18 routine inspections, health department records listed seven follow-up inspections and five inspections classified as Other during Oct. 13–19.

Follow-Up Inspections (7): Rustburg Dixie Youth Baseball Concession, New Yamada of Forest, The Cavalier, Suzaku Cafe, Iron and Ale, H and H Restaurant, and Colca's Chicken LLC.

Other Inspections (5): Raven Branch/Vault, El Cabrito's Mobile Unit, Ivy Hill Cafe, Bella Vista/Tori Blue/Entwined Events, and Corner Burger.

These additional inspections are listed separately from the routine inspection totals. Their individual findings were not included in the 20-violation count.

Source: Virginia Department of Health food establishment inspection reports, Oct. 13–19, 2026. Violations reflect conditions documented at the time of inspection. Corrective actions and follow-up requirements are noted where reported.