Holiday Week Brings Fewer Inspections

One high-violation Establishment Stands Out

Central Virginia Food Establishment Inspections: Nov. 25, 2025

Holiday week brings lighter inspection schedule across the region

The Central Virginia Health District released its most recent food establishment inspection reports for November 25, 2025, reflecting a significantly lighter schedule due to the Thanksgiving holiday. Only a handful of facilities were evaluated, though results ranged from perfect scores to a higher-violation routine inspection and several follow-up visits.

Overall, most establishments demonstrated strong compliance with state food safety standards, with two locations earning zero violations during their routine checks.

Perfect Scores (0 Violations)

Two establishments recorded perfect inspections this week, requiring no corrective actions.

0 Violations:

• Hardee’s – Moneta (Routine)
• Methodist Day Care – Appomattox (Routine)

These findings reflect continued consistency among facilities accustomed to regular inspections and established sanitation practices.

Minor Violations

Only one establishment received a low-level violation total this week.

2 Violations

• Chick-fil-A – 2305 Wards Rd (Routine)
  Violations were minimal and corrected on-site, with no follow-up required.

Higher Violation Totals

9 Violations

Pizzeria Alessandro & Grilled LLC (Huddleston)

15+ violations | Routine Inspection | Nov. 25, 2025

Pizzeria Alessandro & Grilled LLC recorded the highest violation total in this week's Central Virginia Health District report, with issues ranging from improper handwashing to equipment concerns and food-storage violations. Inspectors documented multiple priority and core violations that require corrective action within timeframes ranging from 3 to 90 days.

Key Violations

• Improper Handwashing (2 violations) — An employee washed hands in a 3-compartment sink, and another handled raw beef then changed gloves without washing hands. Both were corrected on-site and staff were instructed on proper procedures.
• Blocked/Supplied Hand Sinks — A sanitizer bucket was found stored inside a hand sink, and mop buckets partly blocked another. Items were removed, and staff were reminded to keep sinks accessible at all times.
• Missing Consumer Advisory — Menu items requiring disclosures (for raw/undercooked foods) were not marked with an asterisk. The restaurant will revise menus to comply.
• Lack of Thermometers — Several cold-holding units—including the salad prep station and an upstairs walk-in fridge—did not have functioning thermometers. Management has 90 days to install accurate units.
• Food Stored on the Floor — Inspectors found food items placed directly on the ground in the upstairs walk-in fridge. Staff will reorganize storage to keep all food off the floor.
• Non-Food-Grade Bags in Use — Vegetables and bread were stored in bags not approved for food contact, which can leach chemicals or dyes. Food will be moved to proper containers within three days.
• Low Temperature in Dish Machine — The dish machine was only reaching 111°F, below the required 120°F for proper sanitization. A technician will service the unit within 10 days.
• Dumpster Doors Left Open — Side doors on the dumpster were open, which can attract pests. Staff closed them and were reminded of proper waste-management procedures.

Additional Notes

Inspectors also discussed best practices for

• keeping cold-storage foods covered,
• disconnecting the mop-sink hose when not in use, and
• maintaining or replacing cutting boards that cannot be adequately cleaned.

Food Temperatures

All food temperatures measured during the visit—hot and cold—were within acceptable ranges, including:

• Angel hair pasta: 38°F
• Meat sauce: 146°F
• Cheese steak off the grill: 199°F
• Chicken from skillet: 176°F

Equipment Temperatures

Refrigeration units throughout the kitchen and bar were operating at safe temperatures, including:

• Grill prep unit: 35°F
• Pizza prep unit: 33.4°F
• Downstairs walk-in freezer: 6°F

Follow-Up Inspections

Three establishments underwent follow-up inspections to verify corrections from earlier visits.

Follow-Up Conducted:

• El Cazador #2 – Bedford
• Peking Stars – Moneta
• Logan’s Roadhouse #380 – 4046 Wards Rd

Follow-up inspections are typically triggered by prior violations involving equipment, sanitation systems, or employee procedures. Most establishments documented progress toward compliance.

Other Inspection Types

Other (Non-Routine)

• Hat Creek Golf Course – Brookneal

This inspection category is used for special circumstances, such as complaints, environmental concerns, or administrative reviews not tied to routine cycles.

Summary

Thanksgiving week produced a very light inspection schedule across Central Virginia, but results still offered a snapshot of local food safety trends:

• Two facilities earned perfect scores.
• One routine inspection produced a higher set of violations (9).
• Multiple follow-up inspections checked on previously identified issues.