China Express, 1905 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



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Restaurant name: China Express
Address: 1905 N Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL 61603
Restaurant type: Restaurant
Phone: (309) 681-1888
Total inspections: 4
Last inspection: 10/15/2015
Score
94

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Inspection findings

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Type

Score

HACCP: Date Labeling Cl- sanitizer is used in the establishment Frozen foods were stored frozen
  • Critical: Foods properly cooled
    1) Three pans of white rice observed cooling on top of chest freezer in dry storage room with no date or time labeled that cooling began
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
    Chest freezers in dry storage room have torn seals/gaskets and lids are in disrepair.  Replace seals/gaskets and repair lids.
10/15/2015Routine94
HACCP:  Handwashing

Cl- sanitizer is used in the establishment

Frozen foods were stored frozen

Note: On-site inspection conducted in response to Food Borne Illness complaint, which stated that complainant bought "beef with vegetable stir fry and egg roll lunch special at approximately 3:30 pm from China Express on 7/11/2015."  Complainant stated that the food was eaten approximately 4.5 hours later and appeared to be "slimy."  Complainant felt ill the next day.  Manager stated that the only complaint he has received recently from a customer was that a food item was not correct and the customer came in to demand a refund.  He did not issue a refund because the food had all been consumed.  Manager states that he offered to make the customer new food, but that offer was refused. Manager states that no employees have been ill in the last two weeks. All foods indicated in the Food Borne Illness Report were found at proper temperatures.  Recommend complaint be closed. SS.
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
    Chest freezers in dry storage room have torn seals and damaged lids. Replace seals.
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
    Hood over grill is soiled with grease buildup. Clean hood.
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
    Areas of flooring in corners and underneath equipment are soiled. Clean floors.
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
    Vents in restrooms are soiled. Clean vents.
7/14/2015Routine96
30 Day Inspection completed for Change of Ownership.

HACCP:  Provided Food Handler Training informational sheet and discussed requirements.  

Cl- sanitizer is used in the establishment.

Frozen foods stored frozen.

Note:  Unable to provide proof of all staff currently on duty having completed Food Handler Training. Code Violation (740.570) Food Handler Training
All food handlers, other than someone holding a food service sanitation manager certificate, shall receive or obtain training in basic food handling principles.
  • Food protection during storage, prepartion, display, service, transportation
    The following containers of food were found stored without a lid or covering:  white rice on chest freezer, broccoli, sprouts, and lettuce on top of the prep cooler, various containers of food in the bottom of the prep cooler.  Provide a lid or covering.
    Food whether raw or prepared, if removed from the container or package in which it was obtained shall be stored in a clean, covered container except during necessary periods of preparation or service
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
    1) Both hand sinks in customer restrooms are peeling away from the wall.  Reseal hand sinks to wall.
    Equipment shall be sealed to the adjoining equipment or adjacent walls or ceilings if exposed to seepage or splash.
    2) Chest freezers in dry storage room have damaged seals.  Repair or replace seals.
  • Pre-flushed, scraped, soaked
    Multiple food containers in walk in cooler have current date mark labels, but also faded date mark stickers that were not properly scraped off of container during wash, rinse, sanitize process.  Ensure all food containers are thoroughly washed of all old stickers and food debris before reusing.
    Equipment and utensils shall be pre-flushed or pre-scraped and, when necessary, pre-soaked to remove gross food particles and soil.
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
    1)  Three box fans on top of walk in cooler are heavily soiled.  2)  Exterior handles on prep coolers and Coca Cola cooler are soiled.  Clean and sanitize all non-food contact surfaces as often as necessary to maintain clean.
  • Single service articles not re-used
    Containers intended for single-use are reused in the prep cooler, including a baking soda container that is reused to store bamboo shoots.
    Re-use of single-service articles is prohibited.
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
    Floors beneath equipment and behind coolers are soiled in kitchen and dry storage area.  Clean floors routinely.
  • Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment, properly constructed, clean
    1)  Vents in walk in cooler are soiled.  2)  Vents in restrooms are soiled.  3)  Walls behind three compartment sink and next to fryers are soiled.  Clean and sanitize vents and walls. Walls, ceilings, and attached equipment and decorative material shall be maintained clean.
2/3/2015Routine91
This is the final inspection for the establishment in regards to a change of ownership.  

Chlorine bleach is the sanitizer used in the establishment.

The establishment is approved to operate on January 1, 2015. License has not been issued.
  • Original container, properly labeled, consumer advisory
    White powder found unlabled on kitchen storage shelf.
    All foods that are not stored in their original containers and whose identity may be mistakable, shall be labeled with the common or usual name of the food.
  • Food protection during storage, prepartion, display, service, transportation
    Egg rolls and crab Rangoon were found to be uncovered in Pepsi cooler.  Keep covered to ensure proper food protection.
  • Food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
    Flour bin lip was found to be cracked and broken.  Replace to ensure a smooth, durable, easy to clean surface.
  • Non-food contact surfaces designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located.
    Chest freezer seals were found to be damaged. Replace
  • Non-food contact surfaces clean
    1) Exterior and handles of Bev Air freezer, walk in freezer, walk in cooler were found to be soiled.  Clean and sanitize on a routine basis to ensure food safety.
    2) 3 box fans were found to be heavily soiled.  Clean and sanitize on a routine basis to ensure food safety.
  • Single service items properly stored, handled, dispensed
    Single service items found stored to the left of dinning room Pepsi cooler.
    Single-service articles shall be stored at least six inches above the floor in closed cartons or containers.
  • Single service articles not re-used
    Single use white spoons were found in container of unknown white powder on kitchen storage shelf and in container of salt on cook line.
    Re-use of single-service articles is prohibited.
  • Floors properly constructed, clean, drained
    Floors in kitchen and back storage room were soiled though out. Clean on a routine basis.
  • Rooms and equipment - vented as required
    Exterior ventilation system on roof was found to be heavily soiled.  Clean on a routine basis, maintain clean.
    Ventilation systems shall be installed and operated according to law and, when vented to the outside, not create an unsightly, harmful or unlawful discharge.
12/30/2014Final

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