Chau Chow

• official resultFail
• resultFail
• inspection typeEating & Drinking
• failed findings5
• critical findings1

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Failed findings

• ⚠️Packaged and Unpackaged Food-Separation Packaging and Segregation (P)critical
  Inspector note: Open container of raw eggs observed being stored directly above ready to eat onions. Discontinue and ensure all food products are being stored properly to ensure no cross contamination from raw eggs.
  code 590.003/3-302.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)
  Inspector note: Containers of frozen meats observed being stored on the ground of the first floor walk-in freezer. Discontinue and ensure all food products are being stored elevated a minimum of 6 inches off the ground.
  code 590.003/3-305.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Nonfood-Contact Surfaces (C)
  Inspector note: Card board being used to line shleves for the oil containers. Remove and ensure all surfaces remain cleanable durable and smooth. Exces ice build up observed on the basement walk-in cooler. Defrost and clean to remove. Walk-in cooler was functioning properly at the time of the inspection.
  code 590.004/4-202.16-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️System Maintained in Good Repair (C)
  Inspector note: Hand sink near the first floor walk-in cooler not draining properly. Address and make any necessary repairs. Second toilet in the mens room was not functioning properly at the time of the inspection. Address and make any necessary repairs. All other facilities in the restroom were functioning properly. Service call has been placed and management is waiting for a plumber to arrive to address.
  code 590.005/5-205.15-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
• ⚠️Light Bulbs Protective Shielding (C)
  Inspector note: Several lights ut above the dumpling station stove top. Replace.
  code 590.006/6-202.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on February 8, 2022: 5 findings appeared for the first time.

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