Canton Chinese Restaurant

2614 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 331346003

Chinese

Last inspected: Nov 15, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Canton Chinese Restaurant five times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent report on file is from Nov 15, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about seven violations before that.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Coral Gables restaurant scores 68. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 15, 2024

Routine - Food

2 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Jun 4, 2024

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged by the tea station. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: **Time Extended**

36-32-5

Basic - - From initial inspection : Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable. - From follow-up inspection 2024-06-04: All cutting boards will be replaced for new ones. **Time Extended**

14-09-4

Jan 8, 2024

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 10 minor violations.

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Intermediate - Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Containers at walk in cooler soiled.

22-02-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.

31B-02-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Tea station.

36-32-5

Basic - Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.

14-09-4

Basic - Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.

36-63-4

Basic - Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Tea station.

36-22-4

Basic - Hole in or other damage to wall. Tea/ coffee station.

36-24-5

Basic - Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Some units at kitchen.

22-16-4

Basic - Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. Reach in cooler located at front.

38-08-4

Basic - Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Tea station.

36-02-5

Basic - Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Several containers with food cooked more than 24 hours not labeled.

02D-01-5

Jan 9, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 8 minor violations.

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Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Warewashing Facilities Maintained and Used

FL-24

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Jan 6, 2023

Routine - Food

4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Equipment, Food and Non-Food Contact Surfaces Approved

FL-35

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Canton Chinese Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Canton Chinese Restaurant on file is from Nov 15, 2024. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Canton Chinese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Coral Gables?

Canton Chinese Restaurant most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Coral Gables average of 68.

Has Canton Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Canton Chinese Restaurant have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Canton Chinese Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Canton Chinese Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Canton Chinese Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.

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