Peng's Pavilion
Last inspected: Apr 6, 2026
64
Score
Public records show four inspections at Peng's Pavilion stretching back to 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Apr 6, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
“Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing three times across the record.
Compared to other Calhoun restaurants (averaging 82), there's room to close the gap. Taken together, the history looks like that of a busy facility working through the usual inspection cycle.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 6, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed personal medicine container stored in refrigerator over food. CA: Medicines belonging to employees or that require refrigeration and are stored in a food refrigerator shall be stored in a package or container and kept inside a covered, leakproof container that is identified as a container for the storage of medicines. COS: No contamination was observed, medicine container moved to bottom shelf away from food.
511-6-1.07(6)(p)
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed cooked breaded pork and cooked breaded chicken stored in reach-in cooler without date marking. CA: Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food prepared and held in a food establishment for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the date or day by which the food shall be consumed on the premises, sold, or discarded, when held at a temperature of 41°F or below for a maximum of 7 days. COS: Food items were discarded.
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed handwashing sink without hot water. CA: A handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF. No COS can be observed, inspector must return to verify hot water availability.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Observed multiple food storage containers not labeled with food common name. CA: Food Storage Containers must be identified with common name of food. No COS can be noted. Inspector will return to verify food containers have been labeled.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed rodent droppings at dry storage shelving. CA: The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests shall be controlled to minimize their presence on the premises by Routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies; Routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests; and Eliminating harborage conditions. No COS can be observed. Pest control frequency must be increased. Items not needed will be discarded. Will perform follow-up inspection on April 13.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
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Oct 15, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 5 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed trash can directly in front of handwash sink in main kitchen. CA: Handwash sink should be accessible at all times for handwashing. COS: PIC relocated trash can as to not prevent employees from accessing handwash sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed metal scrub stored in handwash sink in main kitchen. CA: Handwash sinks may be used for no other purpose than handwashing. COS: PIC removed scrub and educated employees about using handwash sinks for handwashing only.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed containers of food throughout facility without labeling of common name. CA:PIC will have all containers labeled to identify foods.
511-6-1.04(4)(d)
14A - in-use utensils: properly stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed spoon used to scoop dry good product with handle submerged into product. CA: PIC educated staff on keeping utensil handles above and out of food product.
511-6-1.04(4)(k)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed several containers throughout facility that were broken or cracked. CA: PIC discarded damaged equipment and will replace containers.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean
Inspector notes: Observed damaged ceiling tiles in areas in main kitchen. CA: PIC will have damaged ceiling tiles replaced.
511-6-1.07(5)(a)
67
Jun 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed TCS food items reading above 41F in prep-top cooler infront of the cookline (bean sprouts=53F, cut green onions=48). CA: TCS foods that are cold held shall be maintained at 41F or below. COS: Per discussion with CFSM food items are within time parameters, they were prepped ~1 hr ago. Bean sprouts, cut green onions were placed in ice bath to rapidly cool to 41F.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
Inspector notes: Observed no hot water available at handwashing sink in kitchen. CA: All handwashing sinks must be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 85ºF. No COS can be noted. Must return by 6/13 to ensure hot water of at least 85F is available at kitchen handwashing sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(c)
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple single-use personal water bottles throughout kitchen not in single service cup with lid and straw. CA: All personal drinks must be stored in a single use container with lid and straw and stored in an area away from food and equipment. COS: Drinks were discarded.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in freezer and cooler pull handle and ice machine lid soiled. CA: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. No COS can be noted. Must return to ensure cold holding equipment pull handles and ice machine lid are cleaned.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
70
Dec 16, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed hot water turned off at handwashing sink. Observed no paper towels at back handwashing sink near dish area. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, hot water was turned on. Informed PIC that a handwashing sink shall be equipped to provide tempered water at a temperature of at least 100ºF. PIC retrieved paper towels and restocked at handwashing sink.
511-6-1.06(2)(o)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed interior of main ice machine and front ice bin soiled. Corrective Action: PIC was notified, employee assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 12/19.Observed knife holder and knives soiled. Corrective action: PIC notified, employee assigned to clean. Corrected on-site. Observed heavily soiled can opener and blade. Corrective action: PIC notified, employee assigned to clean. Recommended increasing cleaning frequency.
2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed multiple single-use personal water bottles and cups throughout kitchen. Corrective action: PIC notified. Single-service bottles were discarded and educated on approved drink containers and storage location. Corrected on-site.
511-6-1.03(5)(k)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed reach-in freezer pull handle and microwave handle soiled. Corrective action: PIC notified, employees assigned to clean. Will perform informal follow-up on 12/19.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed dead insects and rodent droppings behind stand mixer and in back storage hallway. Corrective action: PIC notified, employee assigned to clean. Discussed increasing pest control frequency. Will follow-up 01/06 to ensure issue has been corrected.
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Peng's Pavilion last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Peng's Pavilion on file is from Apr 6, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Peng's Pavilion?
Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Peng's Pavilion.
How does Peng's Pavilion compare to other restaurants in Calhoun?
Peng's Pavilion most recently scored 64 out of 100, which is lower than the Calhoun average of 82.
Has Peng's Pavilion's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Peng's Pavilion have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Peng's Pavilion means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
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