Ho Ho Choy Chinese Rest & Lng, 5229 Ehrlich Rd, Tampa, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Name: HO HO CHOY CHINESE REST & LNG
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 5229 Ehrlich Rd, Tampa, FL 33624-2042
License #: 3906038
Total inspections: 9
Last inspection: 1/11/2011

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Inspection findings

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  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked - eggroles, rice, chicken, etc.
  • Critical. Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name - oil & sauces.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Won ton (55F), pork (55F), and been sprouts stored at room temperature.
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed garlic in oil at 68 degrees F.
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. Observed large container of rice in covered container being cooled in walk-in-cooler at 99 degrees F.
  • Critical. Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. Observed sauces stored next to handwash sink.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on the floor in walk-in-freezer.
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface - green onions.
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. Observed in reach-in-cooler and under equipments.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense ready-to-eat food. Observed small cup used as scoop in nut container.
  • Critical. Observed bare hand contact of ready-to-eat food by employees and establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure in effect.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed rice scoop stored in 74 degree F water.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed ice crem scoops stored in standing water... 71 degree F.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. Not washing hands between glove change.
  • Water treatment device has not been inspected or serviced according to manufacturer's instructions. No date marked.
  • Observed utensils in poor condition. Observed broken / chipped plates.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Observed bubble gum container used to store nuts.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Garbage bag used as food contact surface.
  • Nonfood-contact equipment not designed and constructed in a durable manner. Ice cream freezer door exposing insulation.
  • Hood filters are not tight-fitting and firmly held in place - leaving open spaces. For reporting purposes only.
  • Observed old food stuck to clean dishware/utensils. Observed soiled food on plates, bowls and cups.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime in the interior of ice machine.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted, soiled material on slicer.
  • Critical. Observed buildup of slime on soda dispensing nozzles - bar area.
  • Critical. Observed interior of reach-in-freezer (ice cream) soiled with accumulation of food residue.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface - hood filters.
  • Observed build-up of mold-like substance on surface of nonfood-contact surface - spray sink.
  • Observed residue build-up on nonfood-contact surface - crash cart.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface. Container holding knives .
  • Observed gaskets with slimy/mold-like build-up - prep-cooler.
  • Observed clean utensils/equipment stored in dirty tray - clean metal lids.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, utensils (knife) not properly stored. Observed between wall and metal plate by dish washer.
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor - cup lids.
  • Observed single-service articles improperly stored. Spoons stored with mouth piece up.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination. Observed spoons stored next to handwash sink.
  • Critical. Hot water not provided/shut off at employee hand wash sink - kitchen.
  • Critical. Condensation or other drainage not disposed of according to law. Observed water pooling in keg cooler.
  • Observed leaking pipe at plumbing fixture. Observed water leaking from handwash sink, under handwash sink in kitchen.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb - mop sink.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. Observed bowl of lettuce stored in sink.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory - employee restroom.
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. Grout missing around floor tile.
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions. Observed lip-palm and clothes stored next to clean plates.
  • Critical. Observed sanitizing solution exceeding the maximum concentration allowed. Measured wiping cloth bucket at greater than 200ppm chlorine.
1/11/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed food being cooled by nonapproved method. deep covered pan
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed at room temperature. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands. before putting on gloves
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed employee with no hair restraint.
  • Dollies, pallets, milk/soda racks or skids used to store or transport packaged food not designed to be moved easily to allow for cleaning access.
  • Observed nonfood-contact equipment in poor repair lid to icecream freezer broken
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed residue build-up on kitchen equipment
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor. kitchen
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Critical. Vacuum breaker mising at hose bibb. by dishwasher
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. oven cleaner
10/13/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
10/13/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Water source safe, hot and cold under pressure
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
  • Critical. Toxic items labeled and used properly
  • Critical. False/misleading statements published or advertised relating to food/beverage
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
6/29/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Admin. complaint recommended
  • Critical. Wholesome, sound condition
  • Critical. Original container: properly labeled, date marking
  • Critical. Thermometers provided and conspicuously placed
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Food protection during storage, preparation, display, service, transportation
  • Critical. Cross-contamination, equipment, personnel, storage
  • In use food dispensing utensils properly stored
  • Critical. Hands washed and clean, good hygienic practices (observed), alternative operation plan
  • Critical. Proper hygienic practices, eating/drinking/smoking (evidence)
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Critical. Food contact surfaces of equipment and utensils clean
  • Single service articles not re-used
  • Critical. Water source safe, hot and cold under pressure
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Toilet and handwashing facilities, number, convenient, designed, installed
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Restrooms with self-closing doors, fixtures operate properly, facility clean, supplied with handsoap, disposable towels or hand drying devices, tissue, covered waste receptacles
  • Critical. Presence of insects/rodents. Animals prohibited
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Critical. Outer openings protected from insects, rodent proof
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, constructed, clean
  • Critical. Toxic items properly stored
  • Critical. Toxic items labeled and used properly
  • Other conditions sanitary and safe operation
  • Critical. False/misleading statements published or advertised relating to food/beverage
  • Critical. Food management certification valid
6/28/2010Routine - FoodAdministrative complaint recommended
  • No Violations Were Observed
3/29/2010Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Observed dented/rusted cans.
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked.
  • Critical. Shell eggs maintaining an ambient air temperature greater than 45 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. No conspicuously located thermometer in holding unit. white refrigerator
  • Critical. Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed raw animal foods not properly separated from each other in holding unit/during preparation. cooler, freezer
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor. prep, dry storage, cooler, freezer
  • Critical. Observed uncovered food in holding unit/dry storage area. cooler, dry storage
  • Critical. Observed cloth used as a food-contact surface. covering lo mein
  • 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.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. 3 compartment sink
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.
  • Critical. Observed employee dry hands on clothes/apron after washing.
  • Critical. Observed employee wash hands with no soap.
  • Critical. Observed food employee touching ready-to-eat food with their bare hands and the establishment has no approved Alternative Operating Procedure. Corrected On Site.
  • 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 ripped/worn,dirty cardboard used as shelf cover.
  • Observed single-use containers (boxes and/or cans, plastic jugs) reused for the storage of food.
  • Shelves attached to walls in walk-ins not constructed of materials that are corrosion resistant, non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable. shelving rusty
  • Critical. Dishmachine chlorine sanitizer not at proper minimum strength.
  • Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper strength. tested over 200 ppm
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed soiled reach-in cooler gaskets.
  • Critical. Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Observed residue build-up on all kitchen equipment , shelving,
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment. knife
  • Observed single-service items stored on floor.
  • Observed single-service articles stored without protection from contamination.
  • Observed reuse of single-service articles.
  • Critical. Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times. dish, preparation
  • Critical. Lack of toilet tissue at each toilet.
  • Critical. No handwashing sign provided at a handsink used by food employees. all
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. all
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory. all
  • Observed floor and wall junctures not coved. throughout kitchen , restroom
  • Floors not maintained smooth and durable. grout not level with tiles in kitchen
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Observed wall in disrepair. restroom
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated food debris. kitchen
  • Wall not smooth and easily cleanable. kitchen
  • No suitable facilities provided to store employee clothing and other possessions.
  • Critical. Observed toxic item stored by food. caukk
  • Critical. Observed container of medicine improperly stored. shelving above preparation table
  • Critical. Observed unlabeled spray bottle.
  • Critical. Observed extension cord in use for non-temporary period. For reporting purposes only. by back door
  • Carbon dioxide/helium tanks not adequately secured.
  • Critical. Person in charge failed to insure proper handwashing by employees.
  • Critical. Employees not informed of acceptable sanitary practices.
1/26/2010Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 3/23/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/8/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action

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