China House

Observed employee rinsing hands in 3-compartment sink. The employee corrected in site and properly washed in handwashing sink. 511-6-1-.03(5)(d) - Where to wash (Pf) (d) Where to Wash. Food employees shall clean their hands in a handwashing sink or approved automatic handwashing facility and may not clean their hands in a sink used for food preparation or warewashing, or in a service sink or curbed cleaning facility used for the disposal of mop water and similar liquid waste. Pf

Observed screen door at the back of the facility in disrepair and with gaping at the bottom and sides of door. To preclude pests, PIC was advised to fix and properly seal the door. 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:

(i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;

(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and

(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors.

2. The requirements in paragraph 1 of this subsection does not apply if a food service establishment opens into a larger structure, such as a mall, airport, or office building, or into an attached structure, such as a porch, and the outer openings from the larger or attached structure are protected against the entry of insects and rodents.

3. Exterior doors used as exits need not be self-closing if they are:

(i) Solid and tight-fitting;

(ii) Designated for use only when an emergency exists, by the fire protection authority that has jurisdiction over the food establishment; and

(iii) Limited-use so they are not used for entrance or exit from the building for purposes other than the designated emergency exit use.

4. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 5 of this subsection, if the windows or doors of a food service establishment, or of a larger structure within which a food service establishment is located, are kept open for ventilation or other purposes or a temporary food service establishment is not provided with windows and doors as specified under paragraph 1 of this subsection, the openings shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:

(i) 16 mesh to 1 inch (16 mesh to 25.4 mm) screens;

(ii) Properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects; or

(iii) Other effective means.

5. The requirement in paragraph 4 of this subsection does not apply if flying insects and other pests are absent due to the location of the establishment, the weather, or other limiting condition.

Observed excessive ice accumulation and icicle formation on piping refrigeration unit for walk-in cooler. Also observed faucet components (back of faucet and handles) in need of leaking due to leakage while water is running. 511-6-1.06(2)(r) - System Maintained in Good Repair (P, C) (r) System Maintained in Good Repair. A plumbing system shall be repaired according to law; P and maintained in good repair.

Observed food debris in front of and around outside dumpster. 511-6-1.06(5)(o),(p) - Using Drain Plugs; Maintaining Refuse Areas (C) (o) Using Drain Plugs. Drains in receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall have drain plugs in place.

(p) Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures. A storage area and enclosure for refuse, recyclables, or returnables shall be maintained free of unnecessary items and clean.

Observed cracked flooring in front of mop sink and ceiling tiles in front of in hallway containing staining. 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - Good Repair, physical facilities maintained; Cleaning, Frequency & Restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (C) (5) Maintenance and Operation.

(a) Good Repair. All physical facilities shall be maintained in good repair.

(b) Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions.

1. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean and by methods that prevent contamination of food products.

2. Except for cleaning that is necessary due to a spill or other accident, cleaning shall be done during periods when the least amount of food is exposed, such as after closing.

Observed excessive grease accumulation under vent hood, with some grease starting to leak down. 511-6-1.05(2)(n) - Exhaust Ventilation Hood Systems, designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping on food/equipment (C) (n) Exhaust Ventilation Hood Systems. Exhaust ventilation hood systems in food preparation and warewashing areas, including components such as hoods, fans, guards, and ducting shall be designed to prevent grease or condensation from draining or dripping onto food, equipment, utensils, linens, and single-service and single-use articles.

Observed raw string beans delivered in a broken wooden box. PIC corrected on site by rejecting the delivery after I advised her of the potential physical contamination.

Reach in cooler gaskets in bad repair. PIC will replace the reach in cooler gaskets by 10/30/25 to prevent loss of temperature.

511-6-1.05(1)(i) - Nonfood-contact Surfaces (C) (i) Nonfood-contact Surfaces. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a corrosion-resistant, nonabsorbent, and smooth material

Observed one of the dumpsters (Cardboard) is missing a lid causing the presence of flies. PIC will contact the landlord to have the dumpster lid replaced by 10/30/25.

Observed egg rolls and sweet and sour chicken not covered in the reach in cooler next to the deep fryers. Corrected on site. PIC will ensure that all foods are covered and protected from contamination.

511-6-1.04(4)(q) - Food Storage (C) (q) Food Storage.

1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 and 3 of this subsection, food shall be protected from contamination by storing the food:

(i) In a clean, dry location;

(ii) Where it is not exposed to splash, dust, or other contamination; and

(iii) At least 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor.

2. Food in packages and working containers may be stored less than 6 inches (15 cm) above the floor on case lot handling equipment if the equipment can be moved by hand or by conveniently available apparatuses such as hand trucks and forklifts.

3. 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.

Observed food employee wearing jewelry (Bracelets) other than a plain ring on their hands/arms while preparing food. PIC corrected on site by having the employee to remove jewelry. 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - Jewelry (C) (g) Jewelry. Except for a plain ring such as a wedding band food employees may not wear jewelry including medical information jewelry on their arms and hands while preparing food.

Shelves in the storage area in the front of house must be cleaned and painted with a light color semigloss paint. PIC will paint the shelves by 5/21/25.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)2,3 - Equipment, Food/Nonfood-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils, food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment & nonfood-contact surfaces free of accumulations (C) 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations.

3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.

Observed the exhaust ventilation not working properly in the men's restroom. 511-6-1.07(3)(g) - Mechanical Ventilation, sufficient capacity to prevent buildup of heat, steam, smoke, fumes & odors (C) (g) Mechanical Ventilation. If necessary to keep rooms free of excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke, and fumes, mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity shall be provided.

Observed the presence of dead bugs in the storage area and light fixture in the kitchen. Please have pest control to treat facility within the next 2 weeks

Observed the use of cardboard in the storage area to line shelves. PIC advised that cardboard could not be used due to the material being absorbent. PIC removed the cardboard liners. PIC advised to use rubber liners

Observed stained acoustical ceiling tile in the vestibule near the restrooms. Ceiling tile in the kitchen also contained stains and cobwebs. PIC advised to change acoustical tile to a washable, smooth, and nonabsorbent tile. PIC advised that she would clean tile in the kitchen on a monthly basis.

Cracked shelled eggs stored next to vegetables in the walk in cooler. Raw chicken observed being prepared above an open container of flour stored below the preparation table. Raw chicken juice was observed leaking into the open container of flour.

Observed TCS foods (Garlic and oil, raw chicken wings, and cooked broccoli stored above the required temperature of 41 degrees or below.

Observed TCS foods in the walk in cooler (Lo mien noodles and cooked chicken) without proper date marking.

Observed containers without common name label. Product was removed from original container. Containers of flour observed without a common name label

During routine inspection hot water hand-washing valve shut off not allowing adequate water supply in the front of house. The valve was shut off due to a plumbing issue

Observed food service inspection report posted on wall with score not being visible. 511-6-1.02(1)(d) The most current inspection report shall be prominently displayed in public view where it can be read at a distance of one foot away.

Scoops observed stored in stagnant water.

Interior of the microwave observed in bad repair.

Walk in cooler wall contained rust build up.

Cell phone stored in the food preparation area.

4-1a) Observed raw chicken stored next to fish and beef on same shelf inside the walk in cooler. 511-6-1.04(4)(c) raw animal foods shall be separated by type based on minimum cook temperatures

Wiping cloth buckets observed at 200 ppm (Clorine).PIC corrected on site

11c) Observed frozen TCS food thawing at room temperature. .04(6)(c) COS owner corrected by placing chicken in the walk in cooler.

Thermometers not provided in the reach in and walk in coolers

Observed the ventilation hood system with a thick grease build-up. Please schedule for cleaning.

Observed egg rolls and other boxes stored on the floor in the walk in freezer. Please store food products 6 inches or higher off the floor. (Repeat)

Observed fruit flies and gnats by the prep sinks in the kitchen. Please have pest control to treat facility within the next 2 weeks by 10/10/23.

Observed the plastic film at the walk in cooler door with black and white mold-like spots on it. I talked with the person in charge about contacting the company to replace it.

Observed the women's restroom garbage can without a lid. Please get a garbage can with a lid.

Observed the ventilation hood system with a thick grease build-up. Please schedule for cleaning.

Observed employee's drinks stored in the reach in cooler with other food products for the public. (Repeat)