Two Perfect Scores Highlight a Steady Week for Inspections

Two establishments earned perfect inspections this week, while most routine visits ranged between 1 and 7 violations as February inspection activity continues across Greater Lynchburg.

The Central Virginia Health District has released its latest food establishment inspection reports covering inspections conducted February 3–9, 2026. Routine inspections accounted for the majority of activity, alongside several follow-up and other inspections completed during the period.

Inspection activity remained steady during the first full week of February. Routine inspection violation totals ranged from zero to seven. Follow-up inspections focused on verifying correction of previously cited violations.

Routine Inspections

A total of 18 routine inspections were conducted during the reporting period, reflecting a broad range of compliance outcomes.

Zero Violations (Perfect Inspections)

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

Caterpillar Clubhouse #4 – 20106 Leesville Road
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 0 violations

Meriwether Godsey at Elston – Sweet Briar
(Routine | Feb. 9) — 0 violations

Low Violation Totals (1–2 violations)

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

Lynchburg General Hospital – 1901 Tate Springs Road
(Routine | Feb. 6) — 1 violation

Subway #13602 – Altavista
(Routine | Feb. 9) — 1 violation

Crazy Dawgz LLC – Bedford
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 2 violations

The Bean Barn, LLC – 2517 Memorial Ave
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 2 violations

American Legion Post 16 – 1301 Greenview
(Routine | Feb. 6) — 2 violations

Spout Spring Ruritan Club – Spring
(Routine | Feb. 9) — 2 violations

Moderate Violation Totals (3–6 violations)

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

The Water Dog – 1016 Jefferson St
(Routine | Feb. 4) — 3 violations

Weenie Stand #1 – 201 Alleghany Ave
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 3 violations

Hueso Loco – 1214 Commerce St
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 4 violations

MJ's Grill & Bar – Bedford
(Routine | Feb. 4) — 5 violations

Subway #11920 – Bedford
(Routine | Feb. 9) — 5 violations

Forks Country Restaurant – Bedford
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 6 violations

V & T Cafe and Grill – 18013 Forest Road
(Routine | Feb. 9) — 6 violations

Highest Violation Totals This Week

Three Establishments Cited for 7 Violations During Routine Inspections

The highest routine inspection totals this week was seven violations, recorded at three establishments:

Dale’s Diner – Montvale
(Routine | Feb. 4) — 7 violations

China Tastes – Bedford
(Routine | Feb. 5) — 7 violations

Mellow Mushroom – 1220 Greenview Dr
(Routine | Feb. 6) — 7 violations

Seven violations typically indicate multiple compliance issues requiring corrective action, though they fall below the highest totals seen in recent weeks. Details of specific violations are available through the Virginia Department of Health’s public inspection database. Follow-up inspections may be scheduled as needed.

Follow-Up Inspections Conducted

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

Beijing One Inc – 12130 E Lyn Salem Tpk
(Follow-Up | Feb. 3)

Subway – Foster Fuel – Rustburg
(Follow-Up | Feb. 4)

Smith Mtn. Lake Moose – Bedford
(Follow-Up | Feb. 9)

Other Inspections

The following establishments received inspections categorized as “Other” during the reporting period:

A & R’s Food Truck – Evington
(Other | Feb. 3)

TBR Bistro, LLC – 109 11th St
(Other | Feb. 9)

Trading Post – 1222 Main St
(Other | Feb. 9)

February 3–9 Summary

This week’s inspections across Greater Lynchburg reflected a strong compliance showing overall, with two perfect inspections and most routine visits landing between 1 and 6 violations. The highest totals reached seven violations at three establishments. As February progresses, follow-up visits will continue to provide insight into how effectively establishments address and sustain required corrections.