Chu's Dining Lounge, 1019 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Restaurant name: CHU'S DINING LOUNGE
Address: 1019 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
County: Niagara
Local health department: Niagara County
Restaurant type: Restaurant
Total inspections: 37
Last inspection: 02/10/2016

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  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
02/10/2016Inspectiondishwasher ok, ftt ok, bathrooms ok, bar area ok, choke poster and cpr kit ok no hot holds at this time, establishment is open for lunch, but does not set up a hotline this time of year. cooks to order
No violation noted during this evaluation. 09/30/2015Re-Inspection
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Critical: Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45oF during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38oF during cold holding.
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or above 140oF during hot holding.
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
08/26/2015Inspection4A - A can of raid cockroach killer was found in dry storage are. Worker removed can from premises. Corected 5A - A 2 lb chunk of ground meat was flip top cooler and temped to be 55 degreees at 2:25 pm. Meat was on top of the containers instead of being kept below cooling line. AS per worker meat had been taken out of walk-in cooler 1 hour before. Meat placed back into walk-in cooler. Corrected 6A - Large container of won-ton soup found on steam table and temped to be 110 degrees at 240 pm. AS per worker soup had been made for lunch service and finished heating to 185 degrees at 1245. Soup placed back into wok and reheated to 165. 8A - Food found stored on floor in walkin cooler 10B - Shelves in walk-in cooler have rust build up. Surface must be smooth and easily cleanable 11A - No sanitizer was made up at beginning of inspection. Worker made up new bucket at 100 ppm 12D - No covered trash receptacle in employee bathroom 14A - Mouse droppings found throughout dry storage area 15A - Floors under cook equipment have significant debris accumulation 15B - Vent hoods above cook line have grease accumulation and several of the grates are missing
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
02/27/2015Inspection10B - Stand up freezers next to walk-in cooler have significant ice build up 8A - Food found stored on floor in walk in cooler and dry storage area 15B - Fans in walk-in cooler have dust accumulation 11A - Sanitizer was approximately 150 ppm chlorine at beginning of inspection. Sanitizer remade to 100 ppm. Corrected
No violation noted during this evaluation. 08/13/2014Re-Inspection
  • Food (ice) contact surfaces are improperly designed, constructed, installed, located (cracks, open seams, pitted surfaces, tin cans reused, uncleanable or corroded food contact surfaces)
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Single service items reused, improperly stored, dispensed, not used when required
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Critical: Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
08/06/2014Inspection4A--Scented bleach is being used as primary sanitizer in kitchen. Manufacturer states on the label that this product is not to be used for cleaning and sanitation purposes. 8A--Clutter and floor storage in dry storage area. Floor storage in kitchen and walk-in cooler. 8D--Single service items (take out containers) are beging stored in the restroom. 10A--Cutting board in kitchen has pitted surface and is discolored. Excessive build up of encrusted food on pans by cooking surfaces. Repeat 10B--Ice build up in all freezers. 11D--Exterior and interior of line coolers(shelving and doors) , stand up coolers, microwaves, walk-in cooler, sides of fryers, countertops have debris accumulation. Repeat 12E--Hand washing sink in kitchen does not work. Sink to be used for hand washing purposes only. 15A--Floors and walls in kitchen have grime and grease accumulation. Repeat
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
  • Food (ice) contact surfaces are improperly designed, constructed, installed, located (cracks, open seams, pitted surfaces, tin cans reused, uncleanable or corroded food contact surfaces)
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
02/21/2014Inspection
No violation noted during this evaluation. 08/28/2013Re-Inspection
  • Hot, cold running water not provided, pressure inadequate
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Improper use and storage of clean, sanitized equipment and utensils
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).
  • Critical: Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
08/21/2013Inspection
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Critical: Cooked or prepared foods are subject to cross-contamination from raw foods.
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
09/04/2012Re-Inspection2C - Raw fish stored over raw zuccini, owner moved (Corrected) 11A - (Repeat) Dish wash machine not working properly awaiting repairman 10B - (Repeat) Upright freezer has ice build-up 12E - No dispenser in employee restroom to hold paper towels 8A - (Repeat) Foods uncovered throughout kitchen and in refrigerators 11D - (Repeat) Foul odor detected in walk in cooler, need thorough cleaning
  • Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or above 140oF during hot holding.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
08/24/2012Inspection2 E - NO THERMOMETER TO MONITOR FOOD, ONE 20F OTHER OVER 100F AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, ONE THERMOMETER DISCARDED AND OTHER CALIBRATED USING ICE WATER METHOD, ALL TEMPS TAKEN USING INSPECTORS CALIBRATED FOOD TESTING THERMOMETER 5 B - BOWL OF MEAT, COOKED, AT STOVE AT 85G, ALL VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 6 A - SOUPS IN KITCHEN ARE BEING HELD AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, 83F, NOT BEING HELD HOT OR COLD, VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 8 A - FOODS NOT COVERED THROUGHOUT COOLERS, KITCHEN, ETC 10 B - FREEZER HAS ICE BUILD UP, NEEDS DEFROSTING 11 A - DISH MACHINE HAS NO SOAP/SANITIZER AT THIS TIME, THEREFORE DISHES NOT PROPERLY CLEANED 11 D - FOUL ODOR DETECTED IN WALKIN IN AND IN KITCHEN 12 D - URINAL IN MENS BATHROOM DOES NOT HAVE WATER FLOW 12 E - NO PAPER TOWELS IN KITCHEN BATHROOM TO DRY HANDS 14 A - SOME RODENT DROPPINGS NOTED
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Insects, rodents present
07/02/2012Re-Inspection8A--Food product found stored on the floor throughout kitchen, food product found unlabeled for content throughout kitchen, and bucket for catching drain water from leaking pipe of walk-in cooler compressor found above food product. Repeat. 10B--Large chest freezer door gasket is severely torn. Repeat. 14A--Although rodent feces was cleaned up in some areas, the feces is still found in multiple locations in the kitchen (ie. bottom shelf of dish rack next to cook line, and on shelving in the dry storage area.) Repeat.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Single service items reused, improperly stored, dispensed, not used when required
05/30/2012Re-Inspection8A--Food product found stored on floor throughout kitchen, food product found unlabeled for content throughout kitchen. Cloth covering food, and bucket holding drain water from leaking pipe of walk-in cooler compressor found above food product. REPEAT 8D--Single service to-go boxes found store in employees rest room. REPEAT 10B--Large chest freezer door gasket is severely torn. REPEAT 14A--Rodent droppings found in all areas of kitchen (cooler, shelving, dry storage, floors, dishwasher) REPEAT
  • Single service items reused, improperly stored, dispensed, not used when required
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
04/19/2012Re-Inspection8A - food product found stored on the floor throughout kitchen, food product found uncovered or covered with cloth towels throughout kitchen, food product found unlabeled & mislabeled for content throughout kitchen, food product found on shelf beneath a blanket holding drain water from leaking pipe of the walk-in cooler compressor. REPEAT 10B - Large chest freezer door gasket is serverly torn. REPEAT 14A - Rodent droppings found in all areas of the kitchen (cooler, shelving, dry storage, floors, & top of dishwasher) REPEAT 8D - Single service to-go boxes stored in employee restroom
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Hot, cold running water not provided, pressure inadequate
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.
  • Insects, rodents present
03/23/2012Inspection5B--Upon entry into kitchen, Inspectors witnessed owner putting 3 trays of sweet and sour chicken into the walk-in cooler. Inspector measured all 3 trays at 68 degrees using the inspector's calibrated food testing thermometer. When asked, the owner stated that the cook, cooked the chicken at ~ 9:00am and they sit at room temperature until she gets in to put them in the walk-in cooler. Since it is not feasible for the chicken to be that temp in < 2 hours while sitting at room temp. (~ 70 degrees ambiant air), the owner voluntarily discarded all 3 trays of chicken. Corrected. 8A--Food product found stored on the floor throughout the kitchen, food product found uncovered or covered with cloth towels throughout the kitchen, food product found unlabeled and mislabeled for content throughout kitchen, food product found on shelf beneath a bucket holding drain water from leaking pipe of the walk-in cooler compressor. Repeat. 10B--Large chest freezer door gasket is severely torn. Repeat. 11A--Absorbant sponges found in dish area, not food grade quality. 11D--Surfaces of walk-in cooler walls, ceiling, shelf racks, and surfaces of all other cooler and freezer units (inside) have mold and food debris build-up. 12A--Hot running water is not available in women's rest room. 12E--Hand soap in women's restroom is empty. 14A--Rodent droppings found in all areas of kitchen. 14B--Screen door does not seal properly to prevent insect/rodent entry. 16--Choking poster, cpr kit, and food permit are not publicly displayed.
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
09/07/2011Re-Inspection8A- Food stored on the floor- walkin cooler. 10B- Food buildup noted - insides of coolers, shelves. 10B- Large chest freezer lid/gasket in disrepair. 12C- Walkin cooler- condensor/ fan unit- leaking onto walkin cooler floor. 14B- Screen missing- rear window, space noted under side screen door.
  • Hair is improperly restrained
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Food contact surfaces not washed, rinsed and sanitized after each use and following any time of operations when contamination may have occurred
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
08/05/2011Inspection8A- Food stored on the floor- walkin cooler. 8A- Plastic containers (food storage)- not labeled for contents. 9C- Hair restraints not available or used. 10B- Food buildup noted on cooler shelves, insides of coolers. 10B- Large chest freezer lid/gasket in disrepair. 12C- Walkin cooler- condenser/fan unit- leaking onto floor of the walkin cooler. 15A- Grease, cooking oil on the floor near fryer units, cookin area. 11C- Knives, utensils (food contact surfaces) not washed, rinsed, sanitized, properly. 14B- Screen missing -rear kitchen window; space noted under side screen door. 11B- Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer.
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
02/16/2011Re-Inspection8A- Food stored on the floor- walkin cooler. 10B- Large chest freezer lid/gasket in disrepair. 11D- Food buildup noted on shelves- reachin cooler. 11A- Dishmachine not functioning properly.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Critical: Canned foods found in poor conditions (leakers, severe dents, rusty, swollen cans)
  • Pesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
01/21/2011Re-Inspection1D- Severely dented #10 can of Bamboo shoots found on the shelf in dry food storage. Marked for return- removed from the kitchen. 8A- Food stored on the floor - walkin cooler. 10B- Large chest freezer lid/gasket in disrepair. 11D- Food buildup noted on shelves- reachin cooler. 15A- Broken, missing tiles on the floor in the kitchen- various areas. 14C- Cans of Hot shot insecticide found in the kitchen- Removed from the kitchen/discarded. 11A- Dishmachine not functioning.
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Critical: Food from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.
  • Premises littered, unnecessary equipment and article present, living quarters no completely separated for food service operations, live animals, birds and pets not excluded
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Critical: Canned foods found in poor conditions (leakers, severe dents, rusty, swollen cans)
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Pesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
  • Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
01/06/2011Inspection1D- severely dented #10 can of Bamboo shoots found on the shelf in dry food storage. Note: Marked for return at this time. 11A- Dishmachine (hot water sanitizer) not functionning at 170 degree sanitizing step. 8A- Food stored on the floor of the walkin cooler. 10B- Large chest freezer lid/gasket in disrepair. 1H- Moldy eggplants found in the walkin cooler. -Discarded. 10B- Bare wood supports under refrigerator. freezer. 11D- Food buildup noted on shelves- reachin line cooler. 12E- Soap/ single service towels missing- handwash sink. 15A- Broken, missing floor tiles in various areas of the kitchen. 11B- Wiping cloths dirty- not stored in sanitizer; sanitizer not made up at this time. 8E- Thermometers not visible in reachin line coolers- kitchen. 14C- Cans of Hot Shot insecticide found in kitchen. 15A- Grease/food buildup noted on kitchen floor especially under the stove/cookline. 2E- Food testing thermometer - 0 - 220 degrees in 2 degree increments not available.
  • Food (ice) contact surfaces are improperly designed, constructed, installed, located (cracks, open seams, pitted surfaces, tin cans reused, uncleanable or corroded food contact surfaces)
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Critical: Canned foods found in poor conditions (leakers, severe dents, rusty, swollen cans)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
08/30/2010Inspection1D - Lg can (#10) of bean sprouts found on dry storage shelves had severly dented top and side seams. To be returned for credit . 10A - Chest freezer in hallway has broken gaskets and broken lid. 11A+B - No sanitizer made up at this time.
No violation noted during this evaluation. 06/16/2010Re-Inspection
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45oF during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38oF during cold holding.
  • Critical: Canned foods found in poor conditions (leakers, severe dents, rusty, swollen cans)
05/04/2010Re-Inspection1D - Lg can of Hunan Sauce found in dry storage area was swollen and leaking. Removed immediatly from dry storage. To be returned to supplier since it had been delivered < 2 weeks prior according to the owner. 5A - Full flat of raw eggs found stored on table in kitchen. Temp'd at 71 degrees, were voluntarily discarded at this time. 10B - Sides of fryer and wok area have much grease and food buildup. 10B - Walkin cooler shelving and fan covers have much grime build up noted.
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not stored under refrigeration except during necessary preparation or approved precooling procedures (room temperature storage).
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Critical: Food from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.
04/08/2010Inspection1H - Open can of chuck pineallpe found in the deli cooler by grill. Several dark lines on the interior of the can was noted. Voluntarily discarded at this time. 5C - Several foods found thawing at room temp. Shrimp still partially frozen put in cooler at this time. Ribs put under running water not standing watertemp was still <45 degrees. Put in boiling water. 8A - Many items in walkin cooler covered with cloth. Cloths removed at this time. Rpt violation. 10B - Fan covers in walkin units have much debris buildup noted. - Shelving in walkin unit have much debris buildup noted. - Floor in walkin unit is covered with grime and debris. 10B - Lg Chest freezer in hall outside kitchen area - Lid and gaskeyt are in disrepair.
  • Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.
10/28/2009Re-Inspection16--CPR equipment is not present. Repeat.
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Single service items reused, improperly stored, dispensed, not used when required
  • Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45oF during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38oF during cold holding.
09/21/2009Re-Inspection5A--Sweet & Sour Chicken 59 degrees, breaded shrimp 58 degrees, and spring rolls 59 degrees all found on cook line near fryers. Temps measured with inspector's calibrated food testing thermometer. Food removed to walk-in cooler as it been on the cook line for approx. 1 hour according to owner. Corrected (Repeat) 8A--Food product is either on the floor or on 1 inch racks in walk-in cooler, not on easily movable racks or >= 6 "" off of the floor. (Repeat) 8A--Cloth towels found covering open food in walk-in cooler and on cook line, not food grade quality lining. (Repeat) 8D--To-go boxes found stored in employees restroom. (Repeat) 15A--Lights in kitchen have tube shields but are missing end caps for them. (Repeat) 16--CPR equipment is not present. (Repeat)
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or above 140oF during hot holding.
  • Miscellaneous, Economic Violation, Choking Poster, Training.
  • Critical: Toxic chemicals are improperly labeled, stored or used so that contamination of food can occur.
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45oF during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38oF during cold holding.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Manual facilities inadequate, technique incorrect; mechanical facilities not operated in accordance with manufacturer's instructions
  • Single service items reused, improperly stored, dispensed, not used when required
  • Critical: Cooked or prepared foods are subject to cross-contamination from raw foods.
08/28/2009Inspection2C--Raw beef in bowl found stored on the top shelf in walk-in cooler directly above ready to eat produce. Raw beef was immediately removed. Corrected. 4A--Non food grade hose found at 3 bay/vegetable sink being used for rinsing foods. Hose removed immediately. Corrected. 5A--~ 1/2 lb of ground beef and ~ 1/2 lb of pork found in cold hold unit on cook line and a bin of sweet and sour chicken found on shelf next to cook line all measuring 53 degrees using inspector's calibrated food testing thermometer. According to chef, the product was brought out of walk-in cooler 1 hour ago when he arrived at work. Product is allowed to be immediately cooled to <=45 degrees. Corrected. Reviewed proper handling procedures of cold hold products. 6A--Buffet line chicken wings 115 degrees, mei fun pasta 110 degrees, and sweet and sour chicken 120 degrees all measured using inspector's calibrated food testing thermometer. Rice in kitchen measured with same thermometer was at 91 degrees on the cook line shelf. All of these products were put out ~1 hour before temp. taken. Product was reheated to >165 degrees and allowed to be held at >=140 degrees for service. Corrected. 8A--Food in walk-in cooler is either on the floor or on 1 inch racks with food debris on the floor, the product is not on easily movable racks or >=6 inches off of the floor to make floors easy to access for cleaning. 8A--Cloth towels are being used to cover open food in walk-in cooler, not a food grade lining. 8D--To go boxes found in employee rest room in kitchen for storage purposes. 11A--Sanitizer at 100ppm cl was not prepared at the onset of this inspection. Corrected. 15A--Lights in kitchen have the tube shields but are missing the end caps to them, and the light in the dry storage area is not shielded. 15B--Vent hoods above cook line have greas build up and the exhaust fan grates in walk-in cooler have dust build up. 16--CPR equipment is not available. Reviewed requirements.
  • Insects, rodents present
03/25/2009Re-Inspection14A: Mouse droppings still evident. (less than before) Proof of exterminator coming 4 x year available. Recommended having exterminator coming 6 x year, then recheck and if necessary have exterminator come every month.
  • Critical: Food from unapproved source, spoiled, adulterated on premises.
  • Non food contact surfaces of equipment not clean
  • Premises littered, unnecessary equipment and article present, living quarters no completely separated for food service operations, live animals, birds and pets not excluded
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Improper thawing procedures used
  • Critical: Canned foods found in poor conditions (leakers, severe dents, rusty, swollen cans)
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Toilet facilities inadequate, inconvenient, dirty, in disrepair, toilet paper missing, not self-closing doors, missing hand wash signs
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
03/05/2009Inspection1D: 1#10 can of Rinsing Bamboo Shoots were found severely dented in dry storage. Co-owner immediately removed product from shelf and will return to supplier. 1H: Packaged, dried turnip found moldy in walk-in. Co-owner immediately discarded product. No further action needed at this time. 8A: Several containers of food found stored on floor of walkin cooler. 8F: Improper thawing observed. Several lbs. of frozen meat (beef and chicken) were found on prep table in kitchen, together in a bowl. Products were individually cryovacced. Food was immediately removed and put back into walkin. 10B: Walls and shelves of walkin show food debris and mold contamination. 11D: Insides of coolers and freezers show food debris and ice buildup. 12D: Employee restroom has no self-closing door, soap or paper towels. 12E: Handwash sink inaccessible. Access blocked by empty cardboard boxes. Boxes were removed. 14A: Mouse droppings evident. 14B: Food debris on kitchen floor offers harborage/food for mice. 15C: Premises littered with unnecessary items, which also is providing harborage.
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
11/20/2008Re-Inspection8E- Cooler thermometers missing from various coolers. 11B- Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer.
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
  • Hair is improperly restrained
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Critical: Acid foods are stored in containers or pipes that consist of toxic metals.
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
09/30/2008Re-Inspection5B- Fried rice at 71 degrees > 2 hours during the cooling process; rice discarded at this time; chicken fryers at 82 degrees, 103 degrees < 2 hours- chicken fryers placed in the walkin cooler. 4B- Open can of pineapple chunks found in the reachin cooler- discoloration noted on the inside of the can- discarded at this time. 8E- Cooler thermometers missing from various coolers. 9C- Hair of food service worker improperly restrained. 10B- Gaskets of small, stainless cooler in disrepair. 11B- Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer. 10B- Ice machine shelf and TV shelf- bare wood, not smooth, easily cleanable surfaces. 12C- Indirect drain not available on the vegetable sink.
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
08/07/2008Re-Inspection8A- Food stored in tin cans in cooler. 8E- Cooler thermometers missing from various coolers. 10B- Walkin cooler floor - not smooth, easily cleanable surface. 10B- Gaskets on small stainless cooler in disrepair. 14A/B- Flies present, top of screen door -open space present. 15A- Floor tiles broken, missing near equipment.
  • Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate refrigerated or heated storage temperatures
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Critical: Accurate thermometers not available or used to evaluate potentially hazardous food temperatures during cooking, cooling, reheating and holding.
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not cooled by an approved method where the food temperature can be reduced from 120oF to 70oF or less within two hours and 70oF to 45oF within four hours.
  • Hot, cold running water not provided, pressure inadequate
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Effective measures not used to control entrance (rodent-, insect-proof contruction). Harborage areas available for rodents, insects and other vermin
  • Plumbing and sinks not properly sized, installed, maintained; equipment and floors not properly drained
  • Pesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Wiping cloths dirty, not stored properly in sanitizing solutions
  • Insects, rodents present
  • Critical: Enough refrigerated storage equipment is not present, properly designed, maintained or operated so that all potentially hazardous foods are cooled properly and stored below 45oF as required.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
08/05/2008Inspection2E- Accurate thermometers not available to evaluate food temperatures and not used to evaluate food temperatures. Four (4) thermometers reading 42 degrees, 39 degrees, 44 degrees, 38 degrees, when actual temperature of ice/water= 44 degrees when checked with NCHD bimetallic thermometer. All inaccurate thermometers recalibrated, reviewed proper use today. 5B- Potentially hazardous food- white rice with egg at 93 degrees after > 2 hours cooling, stored on the counter at this time. 120 degrees - 70 degrees within 2 hours, 70 degrees - 45 degrees in additional 4 hours not been achieved. Rice discarded at this time. 5E- Small stainless cooler and walkin cooler operating at 50 degrees and 51 degrees at this time. Coolers turned down, advised to move al l potentially hazardous foods due to the time factor. Monitor and call repairman for coolers. 8A- Food stored on the floor of the walkin cooler. 8A- Food stored in tin cans in cooler- tin cans reused for food storage, plastic totes used for food storage- both not properly labeled for contents. 8A- Egg noodles (dry) stored in cardboard box- discarded at this time- reviewed proper storage. 8E - Cooler thermometers not available/accurate at this time. 10B- Bare wood shelf in walkin cooler, floor - walkin cooler - bare wood- not smooth, easily cleanable surface., buildup noted. 10B- Gaskets in disrepair on the small stainless cooler door- not sealing at this time., water pooling on the bottom of the cooler. 8A- Pop cans stored in ice used for drinks- ice discarded, bin sanitized at this time, reviewed proper storage. 11B- Wiping cloths not stored in sanitizing solution. 14A- Flies present, cockroach infestation present. 14B- Side door open at this time. 12A- Hot water not available at the handwash sink. 12C- Indirect drain not available on the vegetable wash sink. 12E- Single service towels, soap missing from handwash sink. 14C- Pesticide (sprays) present- removed from premises. 15A- Food bu
No violation noted during this evaluation. 07/05/2008Inspection
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
10/25/2007Re-Inspection8A--Food product stored on floor of walk-in cooler. (Repeat) 10B--Surfaces in dry storage are bare wood, not smooth and easily cleanable.(Repeat) 15A--Walk-in cooler floor is bare wood, not smooth and easily cleanable.(Repeat)
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Pesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Lighting and ventilation inadequate, fixtures not shielded, dirty ventilation hoods, ductwork, filters, exhaust fans
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Critical: Potentially hazardous foods are not kept at or below 45oF during cold holding, except smoked fish not kept at or below 38oF during cold holding.
08/30/2007Inspection5A--9 Eggs found stored on cook line measuring 80 degrees internally using inspector's calibrated food testing thermometer. Eggs were voluntarily discarded by workers. (Corrected) 5A--8 Egg Rolls found in cooler unit measuring 60 degrees internally using inspector's calibrated food testing thermomter. According to worker, product was cooked the day before and had been in unit ever since. Voluntarily discarded by worker. (Corrected) 8A--1 can of soy sauce & 1 can of bamboo shoots found stored in original can after opening. 8A--Food product stored on floor in walk -in cooler. 10B--Surfaces in dry storage closet are bare wood, not smooth and easily cleanable. 14C--1 can of pesticide aerosol spray found in storage. Voluntarily discarded by worker. (Repeat)(Corrected) 15A--Walk-in cooler floor is bare wood, not smooth and easily cleanable. 15B--Light in dry storage closet is not shielded.
  • Food not protected during storage, preparation, display, transportation and service, from potential sources of contamination (e.g., food uncovered, mislabeled, stored on floor, missing or inadequate sneeze guards, food containers double stacked)
  • Improper thawing procedures used
  • Handwashing facilities inaccessible, improperly located, dirty, in disrepair, improper fixtures, soap, and single service towels or hand drying devices missing
  • Non-food contact surfaces and equipment are improperly designed, constructed, installed, maintained (equipment not readily accessible for cleaning, surface not smooth finish)
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, not smooth, properly constructed, in disrepair, dirty surfaces
  • Pesticide application not supervised by a certified applicator
  • Premises littered, unnecessary equipment and article present, living quarters no completely separated for food service operations, live animals, birds and pets not excluded
08/29/2006Inspection8A: Some food stored on floor near chest freezer and on floor of walk-in. 8F: Improper thawing noted. Chicken parts thawing in sink. Still under 45oF, removed to cooler at this time. 10B: Gaskets on chest freezer and line cooler in disrepair. 12E: Single service towels not available at hand wash sink. 14C: Can of Raid discovered in kitchen area near dishmachine. 15A: Some floor tiles in kitchen in disrepair. 15C: Unnecessary equipment present.

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