Shang Hai Express, 4012 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: SHANG HAI EXPRESS
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 4012 N Armenia Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
License #: 3910817
Total inspections: 8
Last inspection: 7/28/2011

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Inspection findings

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  • Critical - Chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength for manual warewashing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Cold holding equipment incapable of maintaining potentially hazardous food at proper temperatures. refrigerators bottom unit, freezer working.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. at cook line. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. bulk food containers.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in cooler.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters
  • Critical - Observed buildup ofblack substance in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed equipment and utensils not washed, rinsed and sanitized in the correct order in three-compartment sink. washing rinsing but not sanitizing. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. knives and container in basin on cook line. 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.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw eggs stored over jelons in walk in cooler.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed soil buildup inside ice bin.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. vacuum breaker at mop sink.
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. at mop sink.
  • Wet wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk food containers.
7/28/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in cooler.
  • Critical - Violation: 05-09-1 No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. refrigerator
  • 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. bulk food containers.
  • 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. bulk food containers.
  • Violation: 29-08-1 Plumbing system in disrepair. vacuum breaker broken at mop sink.
  • Critical - Violation: 30-02-1 Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink
5/26/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. back sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. front sink corrected on site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container. bulk flour.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in cooler.
  • Critical - No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. refrigerator
  • Critical - No currently certified food service manager on duty with four or more employees engaged in food preparation. This violation must be corrected by : 05/22/11.
  • Critical - No proof of required employee training provided. All public food service establishments must provide the division with proof of employee training upon request, including, but not limited to, at the time of any division inspection of the establishment. This violation must be corrected by : 05/22/11.
  • Critical - Observed an open beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. cracked tile in kitchenl.
  • Critical - Observed dented can.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. box of chicken in walk in freezer.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. brillo pad, container and cooking fork in basin of sink.
  • 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. bulk food containers.
  • Critical - Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. bulk food containers.
  • Critical - Observed improper vertical separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. raw eggs on shelf above sauces.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. frozen shrimp Corrected On Site.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. reach in cooler gaskets.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. vacuum breaker broken at mop sink.
  • Unwrapped single-service utensils not presented so that only the handles are touched. forks and spoons
  • Critical - Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
3/22/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. bulk food containers need to be labled in english.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. chicken walk in freezer Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. cutting boards 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. msg 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. bulk flour Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface. hood filters
  • Observed single-service articles handled, displayed, or dispensed in a manner that allows for contamination. not inverted in container. Corrected On Site.
  • Plumbing system in disrepair. vacuum breaker broken at mop sink.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. back sink Corrected On Site.
10/20/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed dented cans.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. reach in cooler
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. under cutting boards
  • 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. bulk food containers Corrected On Site.
  • Observed ice scoop with handle in contact with ice.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed interior of microwave soiled.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface. bulk food container lids.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. mop sink
  • Observed ceiling in disrepair. back area near door
4/19/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
1/7/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans. can of oyster sauce .
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked. in walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in an improper manner. chicken on counter.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. in walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. in walkin cooler.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food.
  • Critical. Observed employee drinking from an open beverage container in a food preparation or other restricted area.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler shelves.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.not inverted on cooks line.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. in mens and ladies room.
  • Ceiling tile missing.
  • Lights missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. in several areas of kitchen .
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored in food preparation area.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
11/23/2009Food-Licensing InspectionInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Foods handled with minimum contact
  • Clean clothes, hair restraints
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
  • Critical. Cross-connection, back siphonage, backflow
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • 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. Current license properly displayed
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
10/29/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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