Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222

18801 Biscayne Blvd Ste B, Aventura, FL 33180

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Jul 11, 2024

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 six times, with records going back to 2022. Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 was last inspected on Jul 11, 2024. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

Looking across the full record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” is the recurring theme, flagged three times.

Restaurants in Aventura average 76, so Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 is doing better than most peers. The record is unremarkable in either direction.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jul 11, 2024

Routine - Food

3 minor violations.

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Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Dec 27, 2023

Complaint Full

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

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Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Oct 25, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken being stored on top of ready to eat spring rolls. Manager rearranged. **Corrected On-Site**

08A-05-6

Intermediate - Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed establishment uses Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association for food handlers for employees but certifications provided were blank.

53B-10-4

Intermediate - No proof provided that food employees are informed of their responsibility to report to the person in charge information about their health and activities related to foodborne illnesses. Discussed and emailed form to operator. **Corrective Action Taken**

11-26-1

Intermediate - No soap provided at handwash sink. Located in ware wash area. Manager added. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-03-4

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Equipment in poor repair. Observed reach in cooler gaskets torn.

14-11-5

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in warewash/ dry storage area.

38-07-4

Basic - Opened employee beverage container in a cold holding unit with food to be served to customers. Located in reach in cooler behind front counter. Manager discarded. **Corrected On-Site**

12B-13-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler. Located in kitchen area. **Repeat Violation**

29-49-6

Jun 3, 2023

Complaint Full

2 minor violations.

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Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Mar 1, 2023

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 5 minor violations.

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High Priority - Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw shrimp on top of water chestnuts mix. Located in walk in cooler.

08A-05-6

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen area.

36-17-5

Basic - Lights in food preparation, food storage or warewashing area missing the proper shield, sleeve coatings or covers. Located in dry storage area.

38-07-4

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

29-49-6

Jul 22, 2022

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.

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High Priority - Non-food grade paper/paper towel used as liner for food container. Observed paper towels lining a pan of basil and mint. Manager removed. **Corrected On-Site**

14-86-1

Basic - Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.

16-21-4

Basic - Ceiling/ceiling tiles/vents soiled with accumulated food debris, grease, dust, or mold-like substance. Observed Ceiling and AC vents soiled with accumulated dust.

36-34-5

Basic - Floor tiles missing and/or in disrepair. Located throughout kitchen.

36-17-5

Basic - Standing water in bottom of reach-in-cooler.

29-49-6

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 on file is from Jul 11, 2024. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222?

Across the inspection record, “accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222.

How does Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 compare to other restaurants in Aventura?

Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Aventura average of 76.

Has Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 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 Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Pei Wei Fresh Kitchen #0222 is inspected around three times per year on average.

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