Grand Oriental Express, 10019 Sw 72 St, Miami, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: GRAND ORIENTAL EXPRESS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 10019 Sw 72 St, Miami, FL 33173-4623
License #: 2323395
Total inspections: 7
Last inspection: 9/27/2010

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  • Critical. Violation: 22-18-1 Observed soil residue in storage containers.rice,flour,etc. Repeat Violation.
  • Violation: 23-05-1 Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.trash receptacle
9/27/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust.tray w/food ontop oftrash receptacle.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food.eggs
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.walkin(onion,carrot bag) Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed nonready-to-eat food handled by employees without the use of gloves, deli paper, scoops, tongs or other utensils.
  • 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.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage.grocery bags
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.rice,flour,etc. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Critical. Observed interior(shelves,walls,racks)of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface.trash receptacle
  • Critical. Observed objectionable odors in bathroom,drainage system
  • Observed food debris accumulated on walkin floor.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease/debris.fryer,stove,etc. 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. Person in charge failed to insure employees are properly sanitizing equipment.
9/22/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Observed processed ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit.battered fried chicken Corrected On Site.operator discarded during inspection
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation.raw chicken stored over ground pork
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor.onion bag
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed soil residue in storage containers.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of soiled material on racks in the reach-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed food-contact surfaces encrusted with grease and/or soil deposits.rice holder
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in cooler soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated black debris in dishwashing area.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Observed attached equipment soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Observed ceiling soiled with accumulated grease.
  • Hood not cleaned to bare metal prior to surfaces becoming heavily contaminated with grease or oily sludge. For reporting purposes only.
1/29/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/7/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Please see inspection report for more details.
  • Critical. FOOD Storage Containers, Identified with Common Name of FOOD. Working containers holding FOOD or FOOD ingredients that are removed from their original PACKAGES for use in the FOOD ESTABLISHMENT, such as cooking oils, flour, herbs, potato flakes, salt, spices, and sugar shall be identified with the common name of the FOOD except that containers holding FOOD that can be readily and unmistakably recognized such as dry pasta need not be identified.
  • Critical. (A) Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control as specified under Section 3-501.19, and except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, potentially hazardous food shall be maintained: (1) At 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above, except that roasts cooked to a temperature and for a time specified in Paragraph 3-401.11(B) or reheated as specified in Paragraph 3-403.11(E) may be held at a temperature of 130 degrees Fahrenheit or above; or (2) At a temperature specified in the following: (a) 41 degrees Fahrenheit or less;
  • Critical. PACKAGE Integrity. FOOD PACKAGES shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the FOOD is not exposed to ADULTERATION or potential contaminants.
  • Critical. (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Separating raw animal FOODs during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as vegetables, and (b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD;
  • Critical. (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Separating raw animal FOODs during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as vegetables, and (b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD;
  • Critical. (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (1) Separating raw animal FOODs during storage, preparation, holding, and display from: (a) Raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD including other raw animal FOOD such as FISH for sushi or MOLLUSCAN SHELLFISH, or other raw READY-TO-EAT FOOD such as vegetables, and (b) Cooked READY-TO-EAT FOOD;
  • Critical. FOOD Storage. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, FOOD shall be protected from contamination by storing the FOOD: (1) In a clean, dry location; (2) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and (3) At least 6 inches above the floor. (B) FOOD in PACKAGES and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches above the floor on case lot handling EQUIPMENT as specified under Section 4-204.122. (C) Pressurized BEVERAGE containers, cased FOOD in waterproof containers such as bottles or cans, and milk containers in plastic crates may be stored on a floor that is clean and not exposed to floor moisture.
  • Critical. (A) FOOD shall be protected from cross contamination by: (4) storing the FOOD in PACKAGES, covered containers, or wrappings;
  • Critical. Preventing Contamination from Hands. (D) Food EMPLOYEES' shall minimize bare hand and arm contact with exposed food that is not in a ready-to-eat form.
  • During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: (A) Except as specified under Paragraph (B) of this section, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; (B) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;
  • During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: (A) Except as specified under Paragraph (B) of this section, in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; (B) In food that is not potentially hazardous with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed, such as bins of sugar, flour, or cinnamon;
  • Critical. Cleaning Procedure. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, food EMPLOYEES' shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a lavatory that is equipped as specified under Section 5-202.12.(B) Food EMPLOYEES' shall use the following cleaning procedure: (1) Vigorous friction on the surfaces of the lathered fingers, finger tips, areas between the fingers, hands and arms (or by vigorously rubbing the surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 10 to 15 seconds, followed by; (2) Thorough rinsing under clean, running warm water; and (3) Immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough drying of cleaned hands and arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices) using a method as specified under Section 6-301.12. (C) Food EMPLOYEES' shall pay particular attention to the areas underneath the fingernails during the cleaning procedure. (D) If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands.
  • Critical. Cleaning Procedure. (A) Except as specified in Paragraph (B) of this section, food EMPLOYEES' shall clean their hands and exposed portions of their arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 20 seconds, using a cleaning compound in a lavatory that is equipped as specified under Section 5-202.12.(B) Food EMPLOYEES' shall use the following cleaning procedure: (1) Vigorous friction on the surfaces of the lathered fingers, finger tips, areas between the fingers, hands and arms (or by vigorously rubbing the surrogate prosthetic devices for hands or arms) for at least 10 to 15 seconds, followed by; (2) Thorough rinsing under clean, running warm water; and (3) Immediately follow the cleaning procedure with thorough drying of cleaned hands and arms (or surrogate prosthetic devices) using a method as specified under Section 6-301.12. (C) Food EMPLOYEES' shall pay particular attention to the areas underneath the fingernails during the cleaning procedure. (D) If approved and capable of removing the types of soils encountered in the food operations involved, an automatic handwashing facility may be used by food employees to clean their hands.
  • Effectiveness. (A) Except as provided in Paragraph (B) of this section, FOOD EMPLOYEES' shall wear hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or nets, beard restraints, and clothing that covers body hair, that are designed and worn to effectively keep their hair from contacting exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE- SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES. (B) This section does not apply to FOOD EMPLOYEES' such as counter staff who only serve BEVERAGES and wrapped or PACKAGED FOODS, hostesses, and wait staff if they present a minimal risk of contaminating exposed FOOD; clean EQUIPMENT, UTENSILS, and LINENS; and unwrapped SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES.
  • Fixed EQUIPMENT, Elevation or Sealing. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B) and (C) of this section, floor-mounted equipment that is not easily movable shall be sealed to the floor or elevated on legs that provide at least a 6-inch clearance between the floor and the equipment. (B) If no part of the floor under the floor-mounted equipment is more than 6 inches from the point of cleaning access, the clearance space may be only 4 inches. (C) This section does not apply to display shelving units, display refrigeration units, and display freezer units located in the consumer shopping areas of a retail food store, if the floor under the units is maintained clean. (D) Except as specified in Paragraph (E) of this section, table-mounted equipment that is not easily movable shall be elevated on legs that provide at least a 4-inch clearance between the table and the equipment. (E) The clearance space between the table and table-mounted equipment may be: (1) 3 inches if the horizontal distance of the table top under the equipment is no more than 20 inches from the point of access for cleaning; or (2) 2 inches if the horizontal distance of the table top under the equipment is no more than 3 inches from the point of access for cleaning.
  • Wood, Use Limitation. (A) Except as specified in Paragraphs (B), (C), and (D) of this section, wood and wood wicker may not be used as a FOOD-CONTACT SURFACE. (B) Hard maple or an equivalently hard, close-grained wood may be used for: (1) Cutting boards; cutting blocks; bakers' tables; and UTENSILS such as rolling pins, doughnut dowels, salad bowls, and chopsticks; and (2) Wooden paddles used in confectionery operations for pressure scraping kettles when manually preparing confections at a temperature of 230 degrees Fahrenheit or above. (C) Whole, uncut, raw fruits and vegetables, and nuts in the shell may be kept in the wood shipping containers in which they were received, until the fruits, vegetables, or nuts are used. (D) If the nature of the FOOD requires removal of rinds, peels, husks, or shells before consumption, the whole, uncut, raw FOOD may be kept in: (1) Untreated wood containers; or (2) Treated wood containers if the containers are treated with a preservative that meets the requirements specified in 21 CFR 178.3800 Preservatives for wood.
  • Cutting Surfaces. Surfaces such as cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
  • (B) Cloths used for wiping FOOD spills shall be: (2) Wet and cleaned as specified under Paragraph 4-802.11(D), stored in a chemical sanitizer at a concentration specified in Section 4-501.114, and used for wiping spills from FOOD-CONTACT and nonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
  • Critical. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch.
  • (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris.
  • (A) SINGLE-SERVICE and SINGLE-USE ARTICLES shall be handled, displayed, and dispensed so that contamination of FOOD and lip-contact surfaces is prevented. (B) Knives, forks, and spoons that are not prewrapped shall be presented so that only the handles are touched by EMPLOYEES' and by CONSUMERS if CONSUMER self- service is provided. (C) Except as specified under Paragraph (B) of this section, SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES that are intended for FOOD- or lip-contact shall be furnished for CONSUMER self- service with the original individual wrapper intact or from an APPROVED dispenser.
  • Critical. Handwashing Facility, Installation. (A) A handwashing lavatory shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 100 degrees Fahrenheit through a mixing valve or combination faucet. (B) A steam mixing valve may not be used at a handwashing lavatory.
  • Critical. Handwashing Signage. A sign or poster that notified FOOD EMPLOYEES' to wash their hands shall be posted at all handwashing lavatories used by FOOD EMPLOYEES' and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES'.
  • (A) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions. The PHYSICAL FACILITIES shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
  • (6) All building structural components, attachments and fixtures shall be kept in good repair, clean and free of obstructions.
  • (6) All building structural components, attachments and fixtures shall be kept in good repair, clean and free of obstructions.
  • Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy. Ventilation hood systems and devices shall be sufficient in number and capacity to prevent grease or condensation from collecting on walls and ceilings. Exhaust air volumes for hoods shall be of a sufficient level to provide for capture and removal of grease-laden cooking vapors.
  • Maintaining PREMISES, Unnecessary Items and Litter. The PREMISES shall be free of: (A) Items that are unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment such as EQUIPMENT that is nonfunctional or no longer used; and (B) Litter.
7/29/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 3/24/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/29/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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