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NameSHUN LEE PALACE
Address4340 COLWICK RD
 
City/State/ZIP
CHARLOTTE NC 28211
Premise Type1 - Restaurant
CountyMecklenburg
Inspection Date 1/13/2016
Final Score @ Grade
95 A
General Comments

Violations

 
CDI=Corrected During Inspection  R=Repeat Violation  VR=Verification Required 
Violation Item Demerits Violation Description CDIRVRComments
7 1.50 No bare hand contact with RTE foods or a pre-approved alternate properly followed Yes No No 3-301.11(B) Do not contact exposed ready-to-eat food with bare hands. Use suitable utensils, single-use gloves or dispensing equipment.-P Observed food employee pushing down water chestnuts in pan with bare hand. CDI - Item was voluntarily discarded. -1.5-
8 1 Handwashing sinks, supplied and accessible No No No 5-205.11 Maintain access to handsinks. Handsinks may only be used for handwashing.-Pf Observed food debris in handsink basin at beginning of inspection. CDI - PIC had employee clean handsink basin and reminded employees that handsinks are only for handwashing. -1-
13 0 Food separated and protected Yes No No 3-302.11(A) Separate raw animal foods from ready-to-eat foods. -P Observed one pan of raw beef stored over cooked ribs. CDI - Storage order reversed. -0-
20 1.50 Proper cold holding temperatures No Yes No 3-501.16(A)(2) Maintain TCS foods in cold holding at 45F or less. -P Observed cooked chicken at 54F and cut overstacked cabbage in prep at 50F. CDI - Items move to walk in cooler to cool and portion separated into two parts for the cabbage. Avoid overstacking above fill line on pans. -1.5-
31 0 Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control Yes Yes No 3-501.15 Quickly cool foods. Use methods such as open/vented shallow pans, large ice baths and active stirring. Cold air must flow around product to remove the heat. -Pf Observed cooked chicken wings and cut cabbage cooling in prep units. Use larger pieces of equipment to cool, such as walk in. CDI - Items moved to walk in. -.5- REPEAT
41 0 In-use utensils: properly stored Yes No No 3-304.12 Store in-use utensils in a clean, dry place, in food with handles out, in 135F or greater water or in running water which quickly moves food particles to the drain. Observed tongs stored on soiled oven handle. CDI - Tongs moved to clean surface. Also observed ice scoop with handle down in ice in wait station. CDI - Handle moved out of ice using a sanitary method. -0-
45 0 Equipment, food and non-food-contact surfaces approved; cleanable, properly designed, constructed and used No No No 4-501.12 Resurface or replace cutting surfaces that can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized. Observed cutting board with dark gouges. PIC instructed to replace board. -0- 4-205.10 Ensure equipment other than toasters, mixers, microwaves, water heaters and hoods is ANSI certified or equivalent. Observed domestic rice cooker in bar area. PIC stated this equipment is used for employee meals. Move to employee area and do not use for making boba tea or other facility items. REPEAT
47 1 Non-food-contact surfaces clean No Yes No 4-601.11(C )/4-602.13 Keep the equipment clean to avoid build up of dust, food residue or debris. Observed back of toaster oven beside wok stove with heavy grease buildup. Observed shelving in dry storage with corn starch buildup. Clean. -1- REPEAT
49 0 Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices No No No 5-304.12 Using a Pump and Hoses, Backflow Prevention - C Observed spring-loaded hose connected and water flow on while not in use. Turn off this hose or disconnect between uses to avoid a backflow situation. -0-
53 0 Physical facilities installed, maintained and clean No No No 6-201.11 Floors, walls and ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are smooth and easily cleanable. Observed grout missing between wall and floor. Reseal. -0-
54 0 Meets ventilation and lighting requirements; designated areas used No No No 6-303.11 Intensity-Lighting - C Observed three light bulbs out in light over walk in cooler area of the kitchen. Replace these bulbs. -0- 4-301.14 Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy - C Observed hood system not turned on while cooking. Use hood to avoid grease buildup on toaster oven and other equipment.