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Chau Chow

August 11, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings10
critical findings1

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Failed findings

System Maintained in Good Repair (P)critical

Inspector note: Observed a stagnant water sitting in a clogged handsink on prep line. Repair
code 590.005/5-205.15-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Observed rodent droppings on multiple areas of shelving units. Clean to remove Provide the last 2 pest control reports Next to high temp dish machine Kitchen basement rear coffee station
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
(B) and (C) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces Nonfood-Contact Surfaces and Utensils (C)

Inspector note: Observed mold build up inside of the ice machine. Clean to remove Observed food soils and smudges on all refrigeration and freezer units. Clean to remove Observed heavy encrusted food soils on a grease strainer and food scale. Clean to remove or discard and replace equipment.
code 590.004/4-601.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Maintaining Refuse Areas and Enclosures (C)

Inspector note: Observed heavy debris around the outside dumpster. Clean to remove
code 590.005/5-501.115-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Floors Walls and Ceilings-Cleanability (C)

Inspector note: Observed heavy food soils and debris on the walls behind the cookline and warewashing area. Clean to remove
code 590.006/6-201.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Walls and Ceilings Attachments (C)

Inspector note: Observed multiple electrical boxes with food soils and debris. Clean to remove
code 590.006/6-201.17-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Removing Dead or Trapped Birds Insects Rodents and other Pest (C)

Inspector note: Observed dead roaches on multiple glue boards. Remove and consult with licensed exterminator for methods of treatment.
code 590.006/6-501.112-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: Observed damaged bricks with open gaps behind the grill. Replace Observed opening on the stair case into the basement. Repair
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning Ventilation Systems Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition (C)

Inspector note: Blue hood sticker tags exp 5/26. Provide proof of routine maintenance. Yellow tag exp 9/26
code 590.006/6-501.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Cleaning of Plumbing Fixtures (C)

Inspector note: Observed heavy food soils on all handsinks. Clean to remove
code 590.006/6-501.18-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on April 8, 2026: 10 findings appeared for the first time.

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