Oriental Garden, 3291 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: ORIENTAL GARDEN
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 3291 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311-5603
License #: 1611961
Total inspections: 22
Last inspection: 07/15/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
07/15/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Observed in WIC. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Employee with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Observed on male employee on cookline during food preparation. **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. Observed employee wash and rinse only. **Warning**
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed ice scoop stored on soiled plate. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation** **Warning**
  • Basic - Reach -in freezer shelves soiled with encrusted food debris, also observed on walls of RIF. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Do not use equipment/utensils not properly sanitized. Observed 200 ppm. Operator corrected to 50 ppm. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Food stored in ice used for drinks. See stop sale. Observed bottle of Pepsi half full stored in ice machine used for drink ice. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in WIC Raw chicken strips 49°f, raw cut up chicken 47°, cooked rice 50°, cooked cut up chicken 48°, cooked diced chicken 47°. Due to Walk-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees or colder. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above. Observed on steam table Low mein 123°f. Operator reheated to 165°f for hot hold. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to adulteration of food product. Food stored in ice used for drinks.Observed bottle of Pepsi half full stored in ice machine used for drink ice. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Stop Sale issued on potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food due to temperature abuse. Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed in WIC Raw chicken strips 49°f, raw cut up chicken 47°, cooked rice 50°, cooked cut up chicken 48°, cooked diced chicken 47°. Due to Walk-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees or colder. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Employee used handwash sink as a dump sink. Observed next to 3-compartment sink. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Walk-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. Observed Raw chicken strips 49°f, raw cut up chicken 47°, cooked rice 50°, cooked cut up chicken 48°, cooked diced chicken 47°. **Warning**
07/14/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice bin, operator removed bowl. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed in WIC shelves.
  • Basic - In-use ice scoop stored on soiled surface between uses. Observed on drink machine drain rack, operator moved to a container after washing. **Corrected On-Site**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in reach-in cooler. Observed raw chicken stored over a single bag of pre-cooked vegetables, operator removed vegetables and moved to a separate unit. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Accumulation of black debris in the interior of the ice machine. Observed behind stainless steel flap.
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine. **Repeat Violation**
3/11/2014Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in rice bin. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized.
  • Basic - Ice scoop stored with handle in contact with ice in ice bin. Observed t front counter. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - In-use rice scoop/spoon stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed next to rice cooker near front counter.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Observed on cookline and food prep tables. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - No chlorine chemical test kit provided when using chlorine sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Intermediate - No metal stem-type thermometer provided to measure temperature of food products.
  • Intermediate - Person in charge unable to answer basic Food Code questions pertaining to safe operation of establishment. Pic Unable to answer basic cold and hot hold temperatures.
10/25/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Eggs over Sweet and Sour Sauce **Warning**
6/28/2013Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Basic - Employee sleeping in a food preparation or other restricted area. Employee sleeping on prep table. Kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. Do not use dishes/equipment not properly sanitized. **Warning**
  • Basic - Water leaking from faucet/faucet handle. Hand wash sink kitchen **Warning**
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food in walk-in cooler. Eggs over Sweet and Sour Sauce **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Chicken over carrots. Reach In Cooler **Warning**
3/13/2013Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine. "BLACK MOLDLIKE RESIDUE"
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored. In Reach In cooler Containing food items.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Tooth paste and tooth Brush beside reach In cooler
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. Shelves rusted
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen
8/28/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Observed food stored in ice used for drinks. Sodas, Ice machine
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Brocccoli, Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Cabbage, In front of Reach In cooler
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Cabbage, Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Carrots, Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Green peppers, Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. Raw chicken over cooked, chicken, Walk in cooler, Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Raw chicken over cooked pork, Reach In cooler Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
3/20/2012Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions.
  • Observed personal care item stored with food. Cell phone, Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. Beef, Reach In Cooler, Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food. Chicken Reach In Cooler, Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Front Counter
8/3/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
6/9/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Kitchen
  • Critical - Observed dead roaches on premises.2 dead roaches under rear service counter
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Chicken over cabbage, Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Eggs on top of broccoli,Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed roach activity as evidenced by live roaches found. 4 live roaches in crevice of convection oven door.
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 fresh droppings beside walk 9n cooler
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 15 fresh droppings on second shelf of fountain soda rack, 8 dried droppings found in the same location
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 25 fresh droppings under handwash sink, Front service counter
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent trap found. 1 trap under handwash sink
  • Critical - Observed rodent activity as evidenced by rodent traps found. 4 in kitchen
  • Critical - Observed the presence of insects, rodents, or other pests. 3 dead roaches found unde front service counter beneath cash register
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Onions, Walk in cooler
  • Critical - Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Rte carrots, Walk In Cooler
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
6/8/2011Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended
  • Critical - Observed container of medicine improperly stored.Raid Ant and Roach Spray, Kitchen
  • Observed employees with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Cabbage, Walk in Cooler, Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Carrots, Walk in Cooler, Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Mixed vegetables, Walk in Cooler, Repeat Violation.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Kitchen, Repeat Violation.
2/8/2011Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical. No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
12/16/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Onions, Walk In Cooler
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. Carrots, Walk In Cooler
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Cut Cabbage, Walk In Cooler
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Diced Onions, Walk In Cooler
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Peeled Onions, Walk In Cooler
  • Critical. Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Pork, Reach In Freezer
  • Critical. Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Kitchen
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed a live fly in kitchen.
  • Critical. No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 8-1 -10.
8/12/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Chicken , WIC
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Beef, RIF
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. Eggs WIC
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soil buildup inside ice bin. Rust
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. Knives, Beside electrical junction box
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Front Counter
5/28/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. WIC
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Eggs
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Sugar
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. MSG
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Salt
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Rice, WIC
  • In-use utensil for nonpotentially hazardous food not stored in a clean, protected location. Ice Scoop
  • Critical. Lack of use of chemical test kit when using chemical sanitizer at three-compartment sink/warewashing machine.
  • Critical. No proper chemical test kit provided for measuring the concentration of the sanitizer solution used for wiping cloths.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Front Counter Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item improperly stored. Medication
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Critical. Portable fire extinguisher not properly mounted at least 4 inches off the floor and the top no higher than 5 feet off the floor. For reporting purposes only. Front Counter
2/24/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Wiping cloths clean, used properly, stored
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Lighting provided as required. Fixtures shielded
  • Premises maintained, free of litter, unnecessary articles. Cleaning and maintenance equipment properly stored. Kitchen restricted to authorized personnel
  • Critical. Fire extinguishers - proper and sufficient
7/2/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 4/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 1/28/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 7/18/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 7/17/2008Routine - FoodEmergency Order Callback Not Complied
No report available. 7/16/2008Routine - FoodEmergency order recommended

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