Food Inspections: Uno Mas Records 39 Violations

El Cazador, Liberty Station, King's Island and Viet Cafe also recorded double-digit violations, while Moneta Elementary School had a clean inspection.

LYNCHBURG, Va. — Health inspectors documented 143 violations during 24 routine food establishment inspections conducted across Lynchburg and surrounding communities from October 27 through November 2, 2026.

Uno Mas, located on Fifth Street in downtown Lynchburg, recorded the week's highest total with 39 violations. Inspectors cited problems involving food temperatures, food handling, sanitation and kitchen maintenance.

Four other establishments recorded at least 10 violations: El Cazador Mexican Grill in Appomattox (12), Liberty Station in Bedford (11), King's Island Restaurant in Lynchburg (11) and Viet Cafe in Forest (10).

Of the 143 violations documented, 81 were marked corrected on-site, while 22 were identified as repeat violations. Twenty-three establishments received at least one violation. Moneta Elementary School was the only establishment inspected with no violations.

By the Numbers

The inspections covered restaurants, fast-food establishments, schools, convenience stores and a long-term care facility in Lynchburg and portions of Bedford, Campbell, Amherst and Appomattox counties.

Establishments With the Most Violations

Uno Mas — 39 Violations

512 Fifth Street, Lynchburg | October 28

Uno Mas recorded the week's highest number of violations, with inspectors documenting 39 findings, including 26 corrected on-site and two repeat violations.

Among the findings:

• Improper food temperatures: Refried beans prepared the previous day were measured at 53°F and 59°F and discarded. Queso at 85°F and green sauce at 110°F required reheating. Other foods, including ceviche, plantains and cream, were found above required cold-holding temperatures.
• Food handling and sanitation: Inspectors documented handwashing and cross-contamination concerns, along with food-contact sanitation issues.
• Food storage and labeling: Findings included expired foods and products requiring additional attention to approved preparation or storage procedures.
• Unapproved food products: Inspectors cited preserved food products and activated charcoal salt.
• Dishwashing: The dishwasher was operating at 105°F, below the required 120°F.
• Equipment and maintenance: Additional findings involved the condition and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and facilities.

The 39 violations represented approximately 27% of all violations documented during the reporting period.

El Cazador Mexican Grill — 12 Violations

7799–7801 Richmond Highway, Appomattox | October 29

Inspectors documented 12 violations at El Cazador Mexican Grill, including six corrected on-site and four repeat violations.

Raw meats and eggs were stored above ready-to-eat foods, creating potential cross-contamination concerns. Employees rearranged the food during the inspection.

Other findings included missing date labels on prepared beans, queso and sauces; missing paper towels; improper utensil storage; and a food employee wearing bracelets while preparing food.

Inspectors also cited plumbing issues, including leaks and a clogged air gap, along with damaged flooring, dusty vents, a missing refrigerator thermometer and restroom door concerns.

The restaurant also lacked required written procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal incidents. Several of the cited issues were identified as repeat violations.

Liberty Station — 11 Violations

515 Bedford Avenue, Bedford | October 28

Liberty Station received 11 violations, seven of which were corrected on-site. One was identified as a repeat violation.

Inspectors found chicken salad at 50°F and coleslaw at 46°F, above the required cold-holding temperature. Employees adjusted ice baths during the inspection.

Several foods were improperly dated or had exceeded allowable storage periods and were discarded.

Other findings included improper glove changes between food preparation tasks, handwashing in a food preparation sink, employee beverages stored improperly and equipment maintenance concerns.

Inspectors also cited incomplete oyster identification records and a menu discrepancy in which fish advertised as catfish was identified as pangasius.

Additional violations involved an inadequate consumer advisory for undercooked foods, damaged equipment and wall surfaces, and improper knife storage.

King's Island Restaurant — 11 Violations

2804 Old Forest Road, Lynchburg | October 27

King's Island Restaurant recorded 11 violations, including six corrected on-site and three repeat violations. Inspectors found fried rice in four containers held between 117°F and 125°F, below the required minimum of 135°F. The rice was removed for reheating to 165°F.

Raw chicken, lobster, soft-shell crabs and other raw proteins were improperly stored in relation to cooked or ready-to-eat foods. Employees rearranged the items during the inspection.

Sushi rice was being held at room temperature without complete time-control records or the required written procedures.

Other findings included outdated seafood parasite-destruction documentation, unlabeled ingredients, employee beverages near food preparation areas and improper use of a disinfectant on food-contact surfaces.

Inspectors also observed broccoli being cut before washing and found that escolar was being identified as white tuna on the sushi menu.

Viet Cafe — 10 Violations

18396 Forest Road, Suite B, Forest | November 2

Viet Cafe received 10 violations, including six corrected on-site and four repeat violations. Inspectors documented handwashing concerns, improper storage of raw meats and prepared rice held at 83°F. The rice was discarded.

Additional findings involved food kept beyond allowable storage periods, improper storage of medication and Tiger Balm, gaps around doors and grease or residue buildup on kitchen surfaces.

Several violations were corrected during the inspection, while others required additional action.

Other Noteworthy Inspection Findings

Antojitos Elizabeth — 7 Violations

7701 Timberlake Road, Suite 1200, Lynchburg | November 2

Inspectors documented seven violations, including five corrected on-site. The establishment lacked required employee illness reporting and vomiting or diarrheal cleanup procedures. Documents were provided during the inspection. Other findings included an obstructed handwashing sink, shredded cheese stored beneath raw meat, missing refrigerator thermometers, improperly cleaned or wet-stacked dishes and a leaking wastewater tank seal.

JT's Grill — 6 Violations

4154 South Amherst Highway, Madison Heights | October 28

JT's Grill received six violations, four corrected on-site and four identified as repeat violations. Inspectors found soup held at 51°F, which was discarded. Other findings involved cooling gravy, salmon thawed in reduced-oxygen packaging, lettuce stored in a reused raw-chicken box, worn cutting boards and a faded handwashing sign.

Autumn Care of Altavista — 6 Violations

1317 Lola Avenue, Altavista | October 27

The long-term care facility received six violations, including four corrected on-site. Inspectors found that a dishwashing machine was not reaching its required sanitizing temperature. Maintenance personnel adjusted the hot water booster during the inspection. Other findings involved improperly dated buttermilk and sausage, an employee wearing jewelry during food preparation, wet-stacked pans, debris beneath equipment and dust accumulation near ventilation and ice-making equipment.

Moon Tea Express — 5 Violations

2623 Wards Road, Lynchburg | October 30

Inspectors found that the mobile food unit lacked adequate water pressure at its handwashing and three-compartment sinks because of a pump failure. Refrigeration units were recorded at 50°F and 61°F. Additional findings included missing paper towels, a rusted shelf and dirty equipment. The unit was not serving customers at the time of inspection. The inspector stated that it could not operate at a public event until water pressure was restored and verified.

Harbor Inn Seafood — 5 Violations

3220 Old Forest Road, Lynchburg | October 29

Inspectors cited inconsistent dishwashing sanitizer concentrations, hushpuppy dough held at room temperature without proper time-control procedures, excessively concentrated sanitizer, improperly thawed tuna in sealed packaging and missing sanitizer test strips. Three violations were corrected on-site.

Lynchburg Grand Hotel — 4 Violations

601 Main Street, Lynchburg | October 30

Inspectors documented a dead mouse on the kitchen floor and a live cockroach near an electrical outlet. Other findings included grease and food debris buildup, damaged flooring and wall surfaces, and unused equipment requiring attention. The report described a continental breakfast operation consisting primarily of prepackaged foods.

Remaining Inspection Results

The following establishments also received routine inspections during the reporting period.

Among these inspections:

Jersey Mike's Subs #6036: Sliced tomatoes at 52°F, lettuce at 49°F and ham at 44°F were discarded after inspectors found the preparation unit had been left open.

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill: Inspectors cited worn and soiled cutting surfaces, grease buildup, damaged equipment and flooring, and a plumbing backflow concern.

Panera Bread: Undated diced chicken and milk containers that had exceeded their time-control period were discarded. Employee wrist jewelry was also cited.

Stewartsville Elementary School: Material that appeared to be mold was observed on an internal ice machine component. Management agreed to clean the equipment and increase cleaning frequency.

Burger King #8269: An insect-control light was positioned above paper towels and beverage concentrates, and employees preparing food were not wearing required beard restraints.

Hardee's #2025: Findings included grease buildup on a burger grill, employee jewelry and food debris or residue on refrigeration units and kitchen equipment.

Establishment With No Violations

Moneta Elementary School

12718 Moneta Road, Moneta | October 28

Moneta Elementary School was the only establishment among the 24 inspected to receive no violations.

Inspectors found food handling, sanitation, employee hygiene, temperature control and facility maintenance compliant.

Recorded food temperatures included tater tots held at 148°F, deli turkey refrigerated at 39°F and margarine at 40°F.

Other Health Department Inspections

In addition to the 24 routine inspections, local health departments conducted follow-up, pre-opening and other types of inspections during the reporting period.

Follow-up inspections typically evaluate whether previously cited violations have been corrected, while pre-opening inspections assess facilities before they begin operating.

These inspections are not included in the weekly violation totals reported above.

Understanding the Inspection Reports

Virginia Department of Health food establishment inspections evaluate food handling, employee hygiene, temperature control, sanitation, equipment maintenance and other practices intended to reduce the risk of foodborne illness.

A violation does not necessarily mean that foodborne illness occurred or that an establishment was required to close.

Violations marked corrected on-site (COS) were addressed during the inspection. Repeat violations (R) indicate that the same regulatory requirement had been cited previously.

Inspection findings reflect conditions observed at the time of the visit. Corrective actions may have occurred after the inspection date and may not be reflected in the original report.

Source: Virginia Department of Health, Central Virginia Health District and applicable local health department food establishment inspection records, October 27–November 2, 2026. Only routine inspections are included; follow-up, pre-opening and other inspection types are excluded.