Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant

9 Greenville Ave, Johnston, RI 02919

Chinese

License: Seats - 50 or More

Last inspected: Jun 5, 2025

Score

Medium Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant. The most recent report on file is from Jun 5, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.

Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around nine violations lately compared to roughly six violations before.

Looking across the full record, “food separated and protected” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

Restaurants in Johnston average 77, so Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant trails the local norm. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 5, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 8 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods were not stored properly to prevent cross-contamination (raw chicken stored above raw beef). Except when combined as ingredients, different types of raw animal foods must be separated from each other during storage by using separate equipment or arranging each type of food in equipment so that cross contamination of one type with another is prevented. PIC rearranged.

3-302.11

Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed knifes stored between prep sink and 2 door cooler. PIC removed.

4-903.11(A)

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -walk-in cooler (fan blades, ceiling, walls) -kitchen fans (in wall), -storage shelves (old droppings), -shelf under dishwasher (old droppings).

4-602.13

Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. 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

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors and walls throughout the facility have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. 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: The following is in poor repair: -leak under 3 bay prep sink, -ceiling near hood (pealing paint). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Food storage containers not labeled with contents

Inspector notes: Working containers of dry ingredients were not labeled with the common name of the food. Working containers holding food or food ingredients that are removed from their original packages, such as flour, herbs, salt, sugar, and spices must be labeled with the common name of the food.

3-302.12

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Inspector observed small dead flies on tape in kitchen area. PIC informed to remove.

6-501.112

Wiping cloths used or stored improperly

Inspector notes: Wet wiping cloths are not stored in a chemical sanitizer between uses. Wet wiping cloths must be stored in a chemical sanitizer at the appropriate concentration.

3-304.14

May 16, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

View 6 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (shelled eggs) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (bagged celery) in the walk-in refrigerator. Raw animal foods must be separated from raw ready-to-eat food such as vegetables during storage.

3-302.11

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Various food product was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.

3-501.17

Improper cooling methods used

Inspector notes: Proper cooling methods were not used for time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods. Large food bins containing chicken wings was observed cooling on the counter.PIC informed of proper cooling methods.

3-501.15

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Take out boxes were observed being stored on the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

6-301.13

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Boxes and containers of food product were observed stored on the floor in the walk in cooler. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Prep unit located in the cooks line area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature 60DF. PIC removed food product that was placed there an hour prior to inspection was moved to another unit. Establishment not allowed to store TCS foods in unit until replaced/repaired.

4-501.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant on file is from Jun 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “food separated and protected” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant.

How does Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant most recently scored 58 out of 100, which is lower than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Fu Ming Chinese Restaurant 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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