Mandarin Chinese Restaurant

Year by year

Inspections

1. Oct 28, 2025 Routine · 2 priority, 2 priority foundation, 1 core, 2 repeat
   • Serious Priority Repeat

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS

     Raw intact beef observed stored above potato tots and liquid egg observed stored above sauce in cooler.

     Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)

   • Serious Priority

     FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - WAREWASHING EQUIPMENT, CHEMICAL, TEMPERATURE, pH, CONCENTRATION AND HARDNESS

     Chlorine sanitizer concentration in two sanitizer buckets measured above the upper safe limit for food-contact surfaces.

     Correction: Provide training to employees on proper use and concentration of sanitizer or repair or adjust warewashing equipment to provide proper sanitizer concentration.

     Code 4-501.114 (A) - (E)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     PROPER COOLING METHODS - CRITERIA

     Cabbage egg roll mix observed cooling ambiently in a container that does not effectively transfer heat and without a rapid method of cooling. Food discarded due to inability to meet first time/temperature requirement of 70 F within 2 hours.

     Correction: Adjust methods or procedures to facilitate cooling as described in 3-501.15.

     Code 3-501.15 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Repeat

     RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING

     Numerous food containers in prep table cooler found without datemarking.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (A)

   • Not serious Core

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - COVERED CONTAINERS OR WRAPPING

     Numerous food containers in coolers found not covered.

     Correction: All foods that are not part of a cooling process shall be covered at all times to prevent cross-contamination. Food shall be discarded if suspected of cross-contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (4)

2. Aug 7, 2024 Routine · 1 priority, 3 priority foundation, 2 core
   • Serious Priority

     PACKAGED AND UNPACKAGED FOOD - RAW OVER RTE-FOODS

     Trays of raw, non-frozen chicken breast were found stored on top of imitation crab in the large chest freezer.

     Correction: Reorganize food storage so that ready-to-eat foods are stored above raw animal food and raw vegetables. Discard ready-to-eat foods that show evidence of contamination.

     Code 3-302.11 (A) (1)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     RTE/TCS FOOD - PROPER DATE MARKING

     Numerous nonshelf-stable food items were found lacking datemarking including containers of diced pineapple, green and red pepper, onion, lettuce, battered chicken, cabbage, a bowl of batter, a pot of sweet and sour sauce, salsa verde, cooked pasta, chopped celery, raw beef tenderloin, and stir fry ingredients. Additionally a number of items had past-due dates including shrimp sauce, popo sauce, cream for rangoon, diced carrot, and minced garlic, all of which was discarded during the inspection.

     Correction: Adjust method or procedures so that all ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, if required, are provided with date marking or an effective method of identifying when a food item has exceeded 7 days. Discard improperly date marked food or food that has past the 7 day shelf life.

     Code 3-501.17 (A)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     THERMOMETERS - FOOD - ACCURACY

     Thermometer for kitchen counter cooler found to be non-functional.

     Correction: Calibrate or replace thermometer.

     Code 4-203.11

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     USING A HANDWASHING SINK - ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED

     Handwashing sink in kitchen inaccessible due to being blocked by laundry bin.

     Correction: Keep handwashing sink accessible at all times to allow for frequent handwashing.

     Code 5-205.11 (A) and (C)

   • Not serious Core

     NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES - CLEAN

     Numerous nonfood-contact surfaces were found in an insanitary state. Ice machine internal surface contains mildew formations and discoloration. A stainless steel shelf for storing clean wares harbors dust and food debris. Air duct above clean wares and the warewashing area had deteriorating foam tape at risk of becoming a physical hazard. Bins for storage of clean kitchen equipment and utensils contain dried food debris.

     Correction: Clean and remove dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris from all non-food contact surfaces of equipment.

     Code 4-601.11 (C)

   • Not serious Core

     INSECTS AND RODENTS - OUTER OPENINGS - SOLID, SELF-CLOSING AND TIGHT FITTING DOORS

     Rear screen door has gaps on the bottom and hinge side of approximately 1/8 inch width. Lower section of door broken, creating a gap of approxiately 1 inch in width.

     Correction: Provide a self-closing and tight fitting door to prevent the entrance of insects or rodents.

     Code 6-202.15 (A) (3)

3. Oct 30, 2023 Pre-inspection · 2 priority foundation, 2 core
   • Not serious Priority Foundation Corrected on site

     THAWING

     Do not thaw meat and poultry at room temperature. Thaw in cooler. Corrected during inspection.

     Correction: Adjust procedures or methods to properly thaw foods.

     Code 3-501.13 (A) - (D)

   • Not serious Priority Foundation

     HANDWASHING CLEANSER AVAILABILITY

     Soap not available at food employee handwashing sink for the bar.

     Correction: Provide hand soap at handwashing sink to facilitate proper handwashing.

     Code 6-301.11

   • Not serious Core

     LABELING - FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS LABELED WITH COMMON NAME

     Label all storage containers at the cookline as to contents. (sugar, etc.)

     Correction: Store all foods that are removed from their original packages in containers labeled with the common name of the food or ingredient.

     Code 3-302.12

   • Not serious Core

     MECHANICAL - VENTILATION

     Provide working exhaust fan in mens restroom.

     Correction: Provide adequate mechanical ventilation of sufficient capacity that would remove excessive heat, steam, condensation, vapors, obnoxious odors, smoke and fumes.

     Code 6-304.11