China First Buffet, 2811 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHINA FIRST BUFFET
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 2811 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL 33612
License #: 3912261
Total inspections: 27
Last inspection: 4/10/2013

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

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  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. In ice **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Ceiling tile in disrepair. Water damaged ceiling tiles
  • Basic - Ceiling tile missing.
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Basic - Cove molding at floor/wall juncture broken/missing.
  • Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
  • Basic - Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Gaskets
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Floor tiles cracked, broken or in disrepair.kitchen
  • Basic - Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Walk-in cooler
  • Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Reach-in cooler racks chipping and rusted
  • Basic - Garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Basic - No container installed for catching grease from hood drip tray.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Basic - Reach-in cooler shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler shelves soiled with encrusted food debris.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/freezer shelves with rust that has pitted the surface.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Eggs over washed and cut cabbage in walk-in cooler **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade.
  • Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked.
4/10/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Ceiling tile missing.dishwashing area,service area
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. broken tile,no grout in dishwashing area
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.walk-in
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. rusted shelves on preparation tables
  • Observed cooler gasket torn/in disrepair. reach-in
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.storage racks
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood filters
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.dishwashing area
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.storage room
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk-in ,storage
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.walk-in eggs over cut veggies
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in rack
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed wall in disrepair.service area, mens bathroom
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
  • Wall not smooth and easily cleanable.walk-in ,freezer door
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
10/16/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
5/9/2012Routine - FoodAdmin. Complaint Callback Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. no date marking on any food Repeat Violation.seafood salad,mac and cheese ,cooked chiicken
  • Violation: 14-35-1 Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Violation: 33-16-1 Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable.damaged walk-in floor,missing tiles in dishwashing area,low grout in dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-02-1 Observed hole in wall.service area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-13-1 Observed hole in ceiling. by doorframe
  • Violation: 37-14-1 Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles
1/12/2012Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. walk-in cooler all food between 45-47 degrees f This violation must be corrected by : 1/12/12.
  • Critical - Cold water not provided/shut off at employee handwash sink.by backdoor
  • Critical - Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. wings on line at 73 degrees Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.0ppm
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.damaged walk-in floor,missing tiles in dishwashing area,low grout in dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. backdoor
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. by backdoor
  • Critical - Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. by backdoor
  • Critical - Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations.household use raid Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface.walk-in shelves
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles
  • Critical - Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. wet towels under cutting boards
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. cooks lIne,preparation area,walk-in ,walk-in freezer
  • Critical - Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. cooked chicken
  • Critical - Observed food stored in a prohibited area. preparation of produce in dining room
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.dining room,preparation area,storage walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed hole in ceiling. by doorframe
  • Observed hole in wall.service area Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair reach-in freezer door Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.walk-in ,stroage area
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. chicken 46,pork 45,pasta 46,shrimp ,46,beef 45 ,shrimp salad on cooks line at 54 This violation must be corrected by : 1/12/12. This violation must be corrected by : 1/12/12.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.raw eggs over washed produce,raw chicken over uncovered jello
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 10 in soda area,3 by rice cooker,5 under dishwashing machine
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 25 under 3 compartment sink 3 in dishwashing area,3 live in large containers of rice This violation must be corrected by : 1/12/12.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. missing drian at sink by backdoor
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. no date marking on any food Repeat Violation.seafood salad,mac and cheese ,cooked chiicken
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. uncooked rice
  • Wash solution not clean. in 3compartment pot sink
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
1/11/2012Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. line reach-in
  • Violation: 14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Violation: 15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair freezer door Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-08-1 Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. service area Repeat Violation.
1/5/2012Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. line reach-in
  • Violation: 14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Violation: 15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair freezer door Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-08-1 Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-12-1 Floors not constructed easily cleanable. walk-in floor Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. service area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Repeat Violation.
12/12/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked chicken ,pork,eggrolls,pasta in walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. flour Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 09-01-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. cooked rice
  • Critical - Violation: 09-05-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour,starch Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 14-36-1 Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. line reach-in
  • Violation: 14-41-1 Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Violation: 14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. storage ,walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 15-31-1 Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair freezer door Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 35B-03-1 Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. backdoor Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-08-1 Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-12-1 Floors not constructed easily cleanable. walk-in floor Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. service area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-18-1 Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-20-2 Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
10/27/2011Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Complied
  • Ceiling tile missing.storage
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable. walk-in floor Repeat Violation.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.cooks line Repeat Violation.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Insecticide/rodenticide use not in compliance with regulations. household use flying insect spray in service area
  • Critical - Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. walk-in racks, prep shelves ,table bottoms,storage shelves /racks Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood filters,fryers,wok area Repeat Violation.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises. 10-15 under buffet stations,20 under 3compartment sink,10 in prep area,10 in storage area Repeat Violation.
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor area(s) covered with standing water.service area
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor. cooks line,prep area,storage room
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.storage Repeat Violation.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair. line reach-in
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed hole in wall. service area Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour,starch Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. cooked rice
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair freezer door Repeat Violation.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. storage ,walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed objectionable odors in bathroom.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 50+ in reach-in cooler in frond dining room,3 in service station in dining room 25-30 under 3compartment sink ,10 iin preparation area around food storage bins,5 in storage room,3 in dishwashing area,1 on wall in prep area ,10 in soda area,1 in mens room Repeat Violation. This violation must be corrected by : 10/27/11.
  • Critical - Observed small flying insects in bar area.service area
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.dishwashing area,preparation area,cooks line Repeat Violation.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease.cooks line
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors. backdoor Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked chicken ,pork,eggrolls,pasta in walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. flour Repeat Violation.
10/26/2011Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Floors not constructed easily cleanable.walk-in floor
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in racks,prep shelves
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood filters,wok area
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles
  • Observed dusty ceiling tiles and/or air conditioning vent covers.
  • Critical - Observed employee wash hands with no soap. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.dishwashing area
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.storage
  • Critical - Observed hand wash sink used for purpose other than washing hands. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed hole in wall.service area
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair freezer door
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.flour
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.dishwashing area
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected with self-closing doors.backdoor
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. cooked eggrolls ,chicken ,pa ta in walk-in
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.flour
10/11/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.walk-in
  • Critical - Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. storage bins
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor.walk-in ,storage
  • Violation: 14-35-1 Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Violation: 14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. storage bins, plastic bags in freezer
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.walk-in ,line reach-in
  • Violation: 15-35-1 Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. damaged wood under buffet
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Violation: 22-28-1 Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Violation: 23-03-1 Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood filters,cooking equipment
  • Violation: 24-11-1 Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 36-08-1 Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dishwashing area,prep area,storage area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-02-1 Observed hole in wall. bathroom ,dishwashing area,prep area,storage area
10/5/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. Corrected On Site.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. damaged wood under buffet
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. under buffet,service area
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface.hood filters,cooking equipment
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises.2 by hotwater heater ,2 by soda boxes by backdoor
  • Critical - Observed employee dry hands on clothes/apron after washing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. dishwashing area,prep area,storage area Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. 3compartment Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk-in ,storage
  • Observed hole in wall. bathroom ,dishwashing area,prep area,storage area
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat.flour,rice
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. salt
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. storage bins, plastic bags in freezer
  • Critical - Observed objectionable odors in bathroom. mens bathroom
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found 5 live under 3compartment sink by backdoor/ prep area This violation must be corrected by : 10/5/11.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical - Observed the accumulation of dead or trapped birds, insects, rodents, or other pests, in control devices. fly traps
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.walk-in
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.walk-in ,line reach-in
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. prep area,cooks line
  • Critical - Outer openings not protected and vermin and/or environmental cross-contamination present. backdoor
  • Critical - Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. household use raid
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.walk-in
  • Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. storage bins
10/4/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Cooked meats or poultry not held at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. beef 133,chicken 130 on buffet Corrected On Site.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.walk-in
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment exposed to splash/spillage not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. barewood storage racks
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in racks,bottom shelves on preparation tables
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles
  • Critical - Observed employee dry hands on clothes/apron after washing. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.dishwashing area
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.kitchen ,walk-in ,storage
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.walk-in
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical - Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs over rte in walk-in
  • Observed ripped/worn tin foil used as shelf cover.
  • Critical - Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.reach-in ,freezer
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.dishwashing area
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.walk-in
  • Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
8/18/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 02-22-1 Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. walk-in
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-26-1 Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs over produce in walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 08A-28-1 Observed food stored on floor.freezer ,walk-in ,storage Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 09-01-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. msg
  • Critical - Violation: 09-05-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour
  • Violation: 10-03-1 Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. flour ,potato starch Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in racks
  • Critical - Violation: 32-02-1 Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Violation: 32-17-1 Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Violation: 33-16-1 Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Violation: 36-11-1 Floors not maintained smooth and durable.walk-in dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 37-01-1 Ceiling tile missing.
  • Violation: 37-03-1 Observed wall in disrepair. by 3compartment sink,doorframe at dishwashing area,ladies bathroom
  • Violation: 38-07-1 Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. walk-in
  • Critical - Violation: 45-15-2 No placard placed near Class K portable fire extinguisher stating the fire suppression system must be activated prior to use of the portable extinguisher. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Violation: 47-06-2 Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
5/26/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Ceiling tile missing.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable.walk-in dishwashing area Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Repeat Violation. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. Corrected On Site.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. walk-in
  • Critical - Manager lacking proof of Food Manager Certification. This violation must be corrected by : 5/24/11.
  • Critical - No placard placed near Class K portable fire extinguisher stating the fire suppression system must be activated prior to use of the portable extinguisher. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On Site. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. cook lIne equipment
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor.freezer ,walk-in ,storage Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. flour
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. msg
  • Observed in-use utensil used with moist food not stored in running water of sufficient velocity.
  • Critical - Observed live flies in kitchen.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. flour ,potato starch Repeat Violation.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs over produce in walk-in Repeat Violation.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in racks
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed walk-in cooler gasket torn/in disrepair.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. by 3compartment sink,doorframe at dishwashing area,ladies bathroom
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris.preparation area,dishwashing area
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. walk-in
  • Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/24/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Violation: 02-26-1 Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bins in preparation area
  • Critical. Violation: 03A-07-1 Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. food listed in line reach-in
  • Critical. Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Violation: 08A-29-1 Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.walk-in ,storage ,preparation area
  • Critical. Violation: 09-05-1 Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. cup in flour
  • Critical. Violation: 12B-07-1 Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Violation: 13-03-1 Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Violation: 14-37-1 Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Violation: 14-51-1 Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. bins in preparation area
  • Violation: 15-32-1 Observed gasket torn/in disrepair. reach-in
  • Violation: 21-12-1 Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Violation: 23-07-1 Observed gaskets with food debris build-up. reach-in
  • Violation: 24-11-1 Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-02-1 Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-10-1 Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. Violation: 32-16-1 Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Violation: 37-03-1 Observed wall in disrepair. by backdoor ,kitchen door,dish washing area
12/6/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bins in preparation area
  • Critical. Shell eggs held in a unit maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. food listed in line reach-in
  • Critical. Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. line reach-in
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.kitchen ,walk-in cooler,walk-in freezer ,storage room
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.walk-in ,storage ,preparation area
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat. cup in flour
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touch bare body part then engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed employee dry hands on clothes/apron after washing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed employee eating while preparing food.
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable.reach-in racks chipping and rusted
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. bins in preparation area
  • Observed gasket torn/in disrepair. reach-in
  • Critical. Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. 3compartment sink less than 50 ppm
  • Observed soiled dry wiping cloth in use.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.walk-in racks
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface.preparation area shelves
  • Observed gaskets with food debris build-up. reach-in
  • Salad bar/buffet plates/bowls not properly protected or inverted to prevent contamination.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. not inverted
  • Critical. Observed bathroom doors left open other than during cleaning or maintenance. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. service area,bathrooms
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved.by backdoor ,dish washing area
  • Observed grease accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.kitchen ,walk-in
  • Ceiling tile missing. in storage
  • Observed wall in disrepair. by backdoor ,kitchen door,dish washing area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. in dish washing area
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated grease. cooks line
  • Observed hole in ceiling. by backdoor
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair.water damaged tiles by dish washing area
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Pesticide use not in accordance with manufacturer's directions. household use raid
10/4/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
4/28/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Label missing on one can in storeroom.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in prep cooler.
  • Critical. Observed bag of rice stored on floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl with no handle used to dispense bulk rice.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with food residue.
  • Observed residue build-up on top of ice machine.
  • Observed residue build-up on bulk food bins.
  • Observed reuse of french fry box to store wontons. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees....restroom.
  • Light in WICOOLER missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
4/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented can of bamboo shoots. Corrected On Site.....manager discarded.
  • Critical. Unlabeled squeeze bottle.
  • Critical. Observed raw wings stored over produce in WICOOLER. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed box stored on WIFREEZER floor. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl with no handle used to dispense chips.
  • Observed a nonfood-grade hose used at wok line.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Observed build-up of food debris and grease on sides of cookline.
  • Observed knife blades stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed roach activity as evidenced by one live roach found behind ice machine.
  • Observed wall in disrepair....at back door.
  • Critical. Electrical outlet missing cover plate in storeroom. For reporting purposes only.
2/22/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • No Violations Were Observed
11/2/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed box stored on WIFREEZER floor.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered wontons in WIFREEZER.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl with no handle used to dispense bulk rice.
  • Observed flour scoop with handle in contact with flour.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed buildup in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed residue build-up on shelves in WICOOLER.
  • Observed knife blades stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Observed leaking pipe at handsink.
  • Observed food debris on kitchen floor.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.....WICOOLER.
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
8/26/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 6/3/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 3/30/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 12/2/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 9/29/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 7/14/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied

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