CANTON CHINESE RESTAURANT
2614 PONCE DE LEON BLVD, Coral Gables FL 33134
Last inspected Nov 15, 2024 · 4 visits since January 2024
□ Not on the state's active licence list
This licence isn't in DBPR's current active file, which usually means the business has closed, been sold, or let the licence lapse. Everything below belongs to this licence, not to whoever may be trading here now. The history stays public because it is a public record.
JAN 24
JUN 24
NOV 24
≈ ERRATIC
3 inspections, swinging between A and F. Consistency is the problem here, not any single visit.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 live roaches by reach in cooler at front counter by sushi station. Observed also at second floor approximately three live roaches by two compartment sink. Observed one live roach on floor by the dessert unit at main seating area.
★ Spotless◆ Clean streak● Perfect year✓ Never fined
Awarded on the inspection record alone. What they mean →
Disciplinary actions
2 cases · $800
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2024032119 | Jun 6, 2024 | Jul 25, 2024 | $400 |
| 1--2016049184 | Sep 15, 2016 | Nov 16, 2016 | $400 |
Inspection history
4 visits, newest first
Nov 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority0 Intermediate3 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 3 findings
Ice buildup in walk-in freezer.
Stored food not covered. Some containers with meat at walk in freezer not covered.
Wood food-contact surface not properly sealed. Walk in cooler.
Jun 4, 2024□ Emergency Order Callback CompliedComplaint Investigation
A return visit. The problems from the previous inspection had been dealt with.
0 High priority0 Intermediate2 Basic
Show 2 findings ▾
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged by the tea station.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Jun 3, 2024■ Emergency order recommendedComplaint Investigation
Ordered shut on the spot. 26 violations recorded, 8 of them the tier the state says can make you ill. A reinspection is required before this kitchen may reopen.
8 High priority3 Intermediate15 Basic
Show 26 findings ▾
Employee failed to wash hands before putting on gloves to initiate a task working with food. Employee manipulates coleslaw without gloves, later put gloves but no hand wash.
Food preparation has soil/old food residue. Observed inside walk in cooler food trays soiled.
Live, small fly insects at food storage area. Observed approximately 30 plus flies coming out and around the drain in that room.
Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed approximately 3 live roaches by reach in cooler at front counter by sushi station. Observed also at second floor approximately three live roaches by two compartment sink. Observed one live roach on floor by the dessert unit at main seating area.
Roach excrement and/or droppings present. At kitchen above hand sink located in the corner by the fryers.
Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 10 rodent droppings by prep sink located at second floor.
Stop Sale issued on time/temperature control for safety food due to temperature abuse. Chicken at 63°F, cut lettuce 54°F.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed at reach in cooler at cook line cooked chicken at 63°F, cut lettuce 54°F.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Sauce containers soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By walk in cooler entrance.
No soap provided at handwash sink by Cookline.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Buildup of food debris/soil residue on equipment door handles. Handles soiled at unit located at kitchen.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Observed ceiling damaged by the tea station.
Cold holding equipment not maintained in good repair. Do not store time/temperature control for safety food in this unit until the unit is repaired. Observed reach in cooler at cook line.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Dead roaches on premises. Observed approximately 5 dead roaches inside reach in cooler at sushi station.
Duct tape used to repair nonfood-contact surface. Observed duct tape wrapping utensils. Second floor at prep sink.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed a cup with a beverage on prep table at cook line. The employee removed the cup from prep area.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Cook line.
In-use wet wiping cloth/towel used under cutting board. Cook line.
Interior of oven/microwave has accumulation of black substance/grease/food debris. Observed microwave at kitchen soiled.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Observed reach in cooler at sushi station with the interior soiled.
Storage area not maintained clean and organized. Kitchen by the food elevator.
Wall soiled with accumulated grease, food debris, and/or dust. Some walls by the kitchen, storage, dishwashing and prep area soiled.
Jan 8, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 12 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
0 High priority2 Intermediate10 Basic
Show 12 findings ▾
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Containers at walk in cooler soiled.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Kitchen.
Accumulation of debris on exterior of warewashing machine.
Ceiling/ceiling tile shows damage or is in disrepair. Tea station.
Cutting board has cut marks and is no longer cleanable.
Exhaust/ventilation hood system not designed to prevent grease or condensation from dripping onto food, clean equipment and utensils, and single-service items.
Floor area(s) covered with standing water. Tea station.
Hole in or other damage to wall. Tea/ coffee station.
Reach-in cooler interior/shelves have accumulation of soil residues. Some units at kitchen.
Twenty (20) foot-candles of light not provided inside equipment where food is stored. Reach in cooler located at front.
Unsealed concrete floor in food preparation, food storage, warewashing area or bathroom. Tea station.
Working containers of food removed from original container not identified by common name. Several containers with food cooked more than 24 hours not labeled.
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