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Wens Rice Noodle & Ramen

February 20, 2026 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeEating & Drinking w/ Take Out
failed findings8
critical findings2

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Failed findings

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

Inspector note: In the kitchen observed opened containers of sauces that state they must be refrigerated after opening. Per a discussion with the chef and person in charge they state that the sauces had been opened a few days ago. The staff voluntarily discarded three #10 cans of sauce. Keep TCS foods at 41F and below or 135F and above.
code 590.003/3-501.16-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Backflow Prevention (P)critical

Inspector note: At the sink above the warewashing machine observed staff preparing raw chicken in the sink basin. There is no air gap at the sink above the warewashing machine but there is an air gap at a sink next to the ice machine. Cease using the sink above the warewashing machine to prep food unless a licensed plumber pulls proper permits and installs an air gap at that sink.
code 590.005/5-402.11-P*** · critical food-safety factorstatus: Fail
Using a Handwashing Sink-Operation and Maintenance (Pf)

Inspector note: At both hand sinks in the kitchen observed basins blocked by items. Hand sinks should be accessible at all times and not used for anything else.
code 590.005/5-205.11-PF** · serious findingstatus: Fail
In-Use Utensils Between-Use Storage (C)

Inspector note: Observed knives stored in the kitchen between the wall and a cold holding unit. Store utensils on a clean and sanitized surface in water 135F and above or in cool running water.
code 590.003/3-304.12-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Thawing (C)

Inspector note: Observed four packages of frozen commercially prepared dumplings stored on metro shelving. Upon having a conversation with the staff they state the packaged dumplings are left out to thaw. Use only approved thawing methods: under cool running water in a refrigerator or as part of the cooking process. The staff placed the dumplings into refrigeration to thaw properly.
code 590.003/3-501.13-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Handwashing Signage (C)

Inspector note: In the restroom there is no employees must wash hands signage; provide signage.
code 590.006/6-301.14-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
Repairing-Premises Structures Attachments and Fixtures-Methods (C)

Inspector note: In the closet with the video recording system observed ceiling tiles not properly seated into the drop ceiling allowing for pest entry. Repair or replace the ceiling tiles.
code 590.006/6-501.11-C* · lower-severity findingstatus: Fail
flagged at inspection

Inspector note: Provide signage stating "A copy of the most recent health inspection is available upon request". Post updated allergen awareness poster with 9 allergens
code L1status: Fail

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on March 3, 2025: 8 findings appeared for the first time.

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