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Ga Ga Seafood Restaurant

May 7, 2025 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking
failed findings7
critical findings1

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Failed findings

(A)(2) and (B) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food Hot and Cold Holding (P)critical

Inspector note: Garlic and oil mixture observed being left out at room temperature. Discontinue and ensure all TCS foods are being maintained at below 41F. Garlic and oil mixture to be rmeoved and placed back under refrigeration.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Food-Contact Surfaces-Cleanability (Pf)

Inspector note: Singel use plastic cups being used to dispense out of bulk food bags/bins in the basement area. Discontinue and use handled scoops to prevent contamination from hands.
code 590.004/4-202.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Controlling Pests (Pf)

Inspector note: Evidence of fruit fly activity in the main kitchen area. Evidence of roach activity noted in the basement storage area. Address and provide an up to date pest control report for the re-inspection.
code 590.006/6-501.111-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
Wiping Cloths Use Limitation (C)

Inspector note: Soiled wiping cloths observed being left out on counter tops. Discontinue and provide a proper sanitizing solution.
code 590.003/3-304.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Food Storage Prohibited Areas (C)

Inspector note: Box of produce observed being stored on the ground of the walk-in cooler. Discontinue and store all food products elevated a minmum of 6 inches off the ground. Bags of rice onions and other food products observed being stored on the ground. Discontinue and store all foods elevated.
code 590.003/3-305.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Thawing (C)

Inspector note: Frozen seafood observed being left out on counter tops to defrost. Discontinue and ensure proper thawing methods are in place.
code 590.003/3-501.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Nonfood Contact Surfaces (C)

Inspector note: Lower shelf of the flip top cooler with excess moisture. Clean to remove and make any necessary repairs. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the inspection. Ice/frost build-up observed on the compressor of the walk-in cooler. Defrost and clean to remove. Unit was functioning properly at the time of the visit. Stainless steel storage racks inside of the walk-in cooler with what appears to be a rust like substance. Clean and resurface to ensure no contamination to any food products.
code 590.004/4-602.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail

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Compared with Pass on October 15, 2024: 7 findings appeared for the first time.

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