Golden City

39 Putnam Pike No 10, Johnston, RI 02919

Chinese

License: Seats - Less than 50

Last inspected: Feb 26, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Golden City has a thin inspection record, with only two visits on file so far. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 26, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Compared to the prior visit, the count dropped from nine violations to three.

When inspectors have written things up, contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

The city-wide average for Johnston sits at 77, putting Golden City on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 26, 2025

Re-Inspection

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: (Beverages) were observed stored on the floor in the (retail area ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the (prep units interior and interior hood) have an accumulation of food residue, and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors in the water heater area has a small accumulation of soil residue and/or rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Feb 3, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.

View 9 violations

Raw and ready-to-eat foods not properly separated

Inspector notes: Raw animal foods (chicken) were observed stored above ready-to-eat foods (produce) 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

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Gravy and soup ) was observed held at (90-129) degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling.PIC reheated.

3-501.16(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was blocked by (equipment and buckets). A hand-washing sink shall be accessible at all times for employee use.

5-205.11

No hand drying provision at handwashing sink (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The hand-washing sink in the kitchen was lacking paper towels.

6-301.12

Food contaminated by miscellaneous source (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Inspector observed food being stored in cardboard boxes and plastic bags.PIC informed to cease practice.

3-307.11

In-use utensils stored improperly between uses

Inspector notes: Bowls are being used as scoops in containers of (dry ingredients ). Utensils used to dispense non-time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods such as sugar and flour must be stored in the food item with their handles above the top of the food within the container.

3-304.12

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The following non-food contact surfaces observed with debris: 1.prep units exterior and interior observed with soil residue and food debris 2.food storage shelves in kitchen have food residue and other debris 3.food storage bins have an accumulation of debris. 4.food storage shelves in walk in cooler have debris

4-602.13

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floors throughout the kitchen 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

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: (Various food product and beverages ) were observed stored on the floor in the (walk in cooler and retail area ). Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golden City last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Golden City on file is from Feb 26, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Golden City?

Across the inspection record, contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, & display has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Golden City.

How does Golden City compare to other restaurants in Johnston?

Golden City most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Johnston average of 77.

Has Golden City's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Golden City have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around three violations compared to about nine previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Golden City 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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