China House
Last inspected: Aug 14, 2024
82
Score
Going back to 2023, China House has three inspections in the public record. The latest inspection on file is from Aug 14, 2024. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around eight violations to closer to four violations per visit over the last few inspections.
Across the inspection history, “non-food contact surfaces clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.
China House's latest score of 82 falls below the Woonsocket average of 89. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Aug 14, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of shelving in the prep area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-101.17
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the door tracks within sliding door units and cooking line backsplash have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Equipment and non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned at a frequency to prevent the accumulation of debris.
4-601.11(B)
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various food items were observed stored in the stand-up freezer without covers. Food items shall be stored covered to prevent potential for cross contamination.
3-307.11
82
Jul 3, 2023
Reinspection for Opening
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (exterior of 2 door refrigerator) have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Left side oil disposal unit was observed on dirt and grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recycables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walls in the walk-in freezer have an accumulation of soil residue and food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Jun 29, 2023
Opening
1 critical violation. 11 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 12 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Faucets at 3 bay sink and handsink in restroom were observed leaking. Plumbing systems to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Fried eggrolls and noodles were observed held at 45 and 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were voluntarily disposed by owner.
3-501.16(A)
Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable
Inspector notes: The cutting boards are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.
4-501.12
Equipment not durable or properly constructed
Inspector notes: Non-food grade containers were observed used to store food.
4-201.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: 1. shelves in walk-in cooler 2. shelves in storage room 3. interior of pork smoker/roaster 4. shelves in 1 door freezer (ice accumulation) 5. exterior of 2 door refrigerator
4-601.11(B)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The oil disposal units outside is located on dirt and grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Enclosure for refuse was observed with some rat droppings and overgrown leaf foliage. Areas for refuse, returnables, and recyclables must be maintained clean and free of litter and debris.
5-501.115
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Lighting in storage room was observed in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items were observed in the storage room (refrigerator and equipment). Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The following areas have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris: 1. walls and floors in walk-in cooler 2. kitchen hoods The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in the restroom and storage room were observed in poor repair (water damage or missing). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Caulking at bathroom handsink was observed in poor repair and with black residue. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China House last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China House on file is from Aug 14, 2024. The public record contains three inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China House?
Across the inspection record, “non-food contact surfaces clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at China House.
How does China House compare to other restaurants in Woonsocket?
China House most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Woonsocket average of 89.
Has China House's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at China House have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at China House means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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