China Garden, 1616 W Cape Coral Pkwy #110, Cape Coral, FL - Restaurant inspection findings and violations



Business Info

Name: CHINA GARDEN
Type: Permanent Food Service
Address: 1616 W Cape Coral Pkwy #110, Cape Coral, FL 33914
License #: 4605403
Total inspections: 23
Last inspection: 10/07/2014

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Inspection findings

Inspection Date

Type

Disposition

  • No Violations Were Observed
10/07/2014Complaint FullCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Rice. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor under shelving. Dry storage.
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Dry storage shelves.
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Under prep table across from walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in dry storage area. Bag of rice and bag of flour.
  • Basic - Grease and food accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Carrots in walk in cooler and wontons in walk in freezer. **Repeat Violation**
  • Basic - Plastic jug cut in half and reused as scoop.
  • Basic - Walk-in cooler/walk-in freezer floor soiled. Walk in freezer.
  • High Priority - Cooked rice/pasta hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Wontons at 110°F on steam table.
  • High Priority - Fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter or product containing fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter mixture held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Oil and garlic 62°F at cookline. **Repeat Violation**
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in cooler. Raw chicken over raw shrimp.
  • High Priority - Raw animal foods not properly separated from one another based upon minimum required cooking temperature in walk-in freezer - all products not commercially packaged. Raw chicken over raw beef.
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Corrected On-Site** **Repeat Violation**
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use due to items stored in the sink. Approximately 8 pans stored in hand wash sink next to 3 compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information.
07/29/2014Complaint FullWarning Issued
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Under prep table across from cookline. **Warning**
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Used to store wontons in walk in freezer. **Warning**
5/8/2014Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Basic - Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Scoop rice. **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on nonfood-contact surface between deep fryer and oven. **Warning**
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters. **Warning**
  • Basic - Cardboard used to line nonfood-contact shelves. Under prep table across from cookline. **Warning**
  • Basic - Case of single-service articles stored on floor in dry storage area/kitchen/wait station. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Case/container/bag of food stored on floor in walk-in cooler/freezer. Box of chicken on walk in freezer floor. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • Basic - Nonfood-grade plastic to-go/thank you bags used in direct contact to store food. Used to store wontons in walk in freezer. **Warning**
  • Basic - Potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food thawed at room temperature. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter or product containing fresh garlic-in-oil/margarine/butter mixture held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Garlic and oil at 63°F. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Improper side-by-side separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods. Raw chicken next to ready to eat beef in walk in cooler. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**
  • High Priority - Raw meat/poultry cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicken 48°F, beef 48°F, shrimp 48°F, and pork 50°F. Corrective action taken, lowered thermostat. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Encrusted material on can opener blade. **Warning**
  • Intermediate - Reach-in cooler not maintaining potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food at proper temperatures. Do not store potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food in this unit until the unit is capable of maintaining foods at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or colder. All foods 48°F to 50°F. **Warning**
5/7/2014Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Basic - Bathroom facility not clean. Employee restroom.
  • Basic - Build-up of grease/dust/debris on hood filters.
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Clean knives/utensils stored in crevices between equipment.
  • Basic - Food-contact surface not smooth and easily cleanable. Observed rusted can opener blade.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - Reuse of single-service articles. Observed plastic single service jugs re-used as scoops. **Corrected On-Site**
  • Basic - Stored food not covered in walk-in cooler. Buckets of sauce.
  • Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Flour and sugar bins not labeled.
  • High Priority - Dented/rusted cans present. See stop sale. Kings baby corn cut 100oz. Ground bean sauce 5lb.
  • Intermediate - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous (time/temperature control for safety) food prepared onsite and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked. Pre cooked meats, noodles.
7/1/2013Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Basic - Build-up of soil/debris on the floor along the walls, baseboards, cabinets and/or equipment.
  • Basic - Employees with no hair restraint while engaging in food preparation.
  • Basic - Grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Basic - In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed metal bowl with no handle used to scoop rice.
  • Basic - Open dumpster lid.
  • Basic - Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses. Cookline and food prep area.
  • Intermediate - Food thermometer(s) not calibrated according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Intermediate - Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Handwash sink in dishwash area used to stored soiled wiping cloth.
  • Intermediate - Soap dispenser at handwash sink not working/unable to dispense soap. Handwash sink in dishwash area.
4/30/2013Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Handles of scoops not stored above flour.
  • Multiuse food-contact surface not smooth, free of breaks/cracks/chips/pits/crevices. Can opener rusting.
  • Observed build-up of grease and accumulated foodlike debris around woks at cookline.
  • Observed food debris accumulated on kitchen floor.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor. Observed bags of flour stored on floor in dry storage area. Observed box of frozen chicken stored on floor in walk in freezer.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage. Observed plastic grocery bags used to store foods in walk in freezer.
12/18/2012Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions--front service handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container--container with no handle used to scoop rice. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed buildup of foodlike debris on floor along wall inside employee restroom.
  • Observed cutting board at cookline grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable.
  • Observed employees at cookline with no hair restraint.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed in-use utensil stored in standing water less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit--cookline. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lids. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed potentially hazardous food thawed in standing water--raw chicken. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food--container of raw shrimp stored over ready to eat food in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
9/17/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions--front service handwash sink.
  • In-use utensil not stored with no handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container--plastic container with no handle used to scoop rice.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface--hood filters.
  • Critical - Observed buildup of dried foodlike debris on cutting knives stored on knife magnet.
  • Critical - Observed employee engage in food preparation, handle clean equipment or utensils, or touch unwrapped single-service items, without washing hands--observed employees not washing hands between tasks and between raw and ready to eat foods.
  • Critical - Observed employee wash hands with no soap.
  • Observed employees at cookline with no hair restraints.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink--observed employees washing hands at three compartment sink.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor--bags of flour and potato starch stored on floor in dry storage area. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing--handwash sink in dishwash area used to store crate of raw shell eggs and metal pot. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid.
  • Critical - Observed shell eggs in use or stored with cracks or broken shells. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet mop not hung to dry.
3/12/2012Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions--front service handwash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container--observed plastic cup with no handle used to scoop rice.
  • Observed employee with soiled clothing--observed employee prepping raw chicken with soiled outer apron. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor--observed bags of flour and bag of onions stored on floor in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods--observed raw shrimp stored in back oof precooked shrimp in reach in cooler at cookline. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses--food prep table.
10/18/2011Complaint FullInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
7/14/2011Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust. Handwash sink in dishwash are missing splashguard. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions--restroom.
  • Critical - Observed 1 dead roach on floor under dining table in dining area.
  • Critical - Observed bathroom facility not clean.
  • Observed build-up of food debris, dust or dirt on shelving underneath rice cooker at cookline.
  • Observed build-up of grease on nonfood-contact surface--hood filters.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted material on can opener.
  • Critical - Observed encrusted, soiled material behind slicer blade.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage--grocery bags and metal cans used to store foods.
  • Observed walls in dishwash and food prep areas soiled with accumulated food like debris. Repeat Violation.
  • Critical - Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked--precooked eggrolls and meats in walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Wet wiping cloths at cookline and dishwash area not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
7/8/2011Routine - FoodWarning Issued
  • Critical - Food not stored in a clean/dry location that is not exposed to splash/dust--raw chicken not protected from splash of handwash sink. Handwash sink in dishwash area missing cruise.
  • Observed cutting board grooved/pitted and no longer cleanable--cookline.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans--One 3lb 15.5oz can of Kings Bamboo Shoots and one 4lb can of Rinsing Bamboo Shoots. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor--bag of onions stored on floor in kitchen.
  • Observed foodlike debris on floor along walls underneath equipment throughout kitchen.
  • Observed grease accumulated under cooking equipment.
  • Critical - Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing--handwash sink in dishwash area used to store metal pot.
  • Critical - Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods--raw shell eggs stored behind vegetables. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed walls soiled with accumulated foodlike debris.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to dented cans.
5/16/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical - Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with no handle above top of food within a closed container.
  • Observed buildup of foodlike debris on floor along walls underneath equipment throughout kitchen.
  • Critical - Observed dented/rusted cans--one 6lb 8oz can of King's Bamboo Shoots.
  • Critical - Observed employee bathroom facility not clean.
  • Critical - Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed food stored on floor--bag of rice stored on floor near back kitchen exit.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage--observed establishment using grocery plastic bags and metal 10 cans to store foods.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed raw animal food stored over cooked food--walk in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical - Observed toxic item improperly stored-unlabeled spray bottle stored in restroom.
  • Critical - Observed unlabeled spray bottle--customer restroom.
  • Observed walls in food prep/dishwash area soiled with accumulated food debris.
  • Critical - Stop Sale issued due to dented can.
  • Critical - Water pressure lacking at fixtures that require the use of water--employee restroom.
2/7/2011Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Observed improper horizontal separation of raw animal foods and ready-to-eat foods--raw shrimp in back of bean sprouts. Corrected On Site.
  • In-use utensil not stored with no handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container--precooked rice
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Repeat Violation.
10/22/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked--precooked meats, shrimp, and eggrolls in walk-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed packaged food not labeled as specified by law--flour, sugar, cornstarch, and msg bins. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food stored on floor--bag of onions stored on floor in kitchen. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink--observed employees washing hands in three compartment and food prep sinks.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage--using metal 10 cans and grocery bags to store foods in walk-in cooler. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed grease and foodlike accumulated on floor along walls under cooking equipment.
5/27/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • Critical. Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on site and held more than 24 hours with not properly date marked--precooked foods in walk-in cooler.
  • Critical. Cooked potentially hazardous food not cooled from 135 degrees Fahrenheit to 70 degrees Fahrenheit within 2 hours. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage--metal cans and grocery bags.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Critical. Observed handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing--handwash sink in employee restroom used to store toilet paper. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Hand wash sink lacking proper hand drying provisions--employee restroom Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory--front handwash sink Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory--employee restroom
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed foodlike debris accumulated on floor in walk-in freezer.
  • Observed wall soiled with accumulated foodlike debris--wall near utility room.
2/11/2010Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
  • No Violations Were Observed
12/7/2009Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
  • Critical. Raw animal food not properly separated from ready-to-eat food--raw chicken stored over raw beef in walk-in freezer. Corrected On Site.
  • Critical. Observed improper use of bowl/plastic food container or other container with no handle used to dispense food that is not ready-to-eat--rice bin
  • In-use utensil in nonpotentially hazardous food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container--onions in walk-in cooler and flour bin in dry storage.
  • In-use utensil not stored with handle above the top of potentially hazardous food and the container--precooked pork in walk-in cooler.
  • Critical. Observed food employee (cook, dishwasher, wait staff, etc.) washing hands in a sink other than an approved hand wash sink--observed employee washing hands in three compartment sink.
  • Critical. Observed employee improperly washing hands.
  • Observed employee with soiled clothing--employee in food prep/dishwash area.
  • Observed gaskets/seals on cold holding unit in poor repair--reach-in cooler across from cookline.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage--grocery bags.
  • Observed nonfood-grade containers used for food storage--metal cans.
  • Wet wiping cloth not stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
  • Observed utensils stored in crevices between equipment--knife behind rice cooker.
  • Critical. Handwashing cleanser lacking at handwashing lavatory--handwash sink in dishwash. Corrected On Site.
  • Observed open dumpster lid. Repeat Violation.
  • Observed garbage on the ground and/or pad around dumpster.
  • Observed buildup of foodlike debris on floor along wall underneath three compartment sink.
10/5/2009Routine - FoodWarning Issued
No report available. 5/6/2009Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 12/22/2008Routine - FoodInspection Completed - No Further Action
No report available. 10/13/2008Routine - FoodCall Back - Complied
No report available. 8/11/2008Routine - FoodWarning Issued

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