CHANG'S CHINESE RESTAURANT
1311 SW 107 AVE, Miami FL 33174 · 305.221.8104
Last inspected Mar 9, 2026 · 7 visits since February 2024
APR 24
AUG 24
MAR 25
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MAR 26
— STEADY
5 inspections within 19 points of each other. Whatever this kitchen does, it does consistently.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee moved to walk in cooler during inspection.
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Disciplinary actions
1 case · $200
| Case | Violation date | Final order | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1--2026028752 | Mar 9, 2026 | May 19, 2026 | $200 |
Inspection history
7 visits, newest first
Mar 9, 2026Call Back - Admin. complaint recommendedRoutine Inspection
Referred for a formal case, which can lead to a fine. 1 violations recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority0 Intermediate0 Basic
What the inspector wrote — 1 finding
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (52F - Cold Holding); diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); egg mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at across cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Mar 6, 2026Warning IssuedRoutine Inspection
Violations found and a warning issued, with a return visit required. 5 recorded, 1 high priority.
1 High priority2 Intermediate2 Basic
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Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed bean sprouts (52F - Cold Holding); diced ham (53F - Cold Holding); cooked chicken (50F - Cold Holding); raw beef (54F - Cold Holding); shrimp (51F - Cold Holding); egg mix (50F - Cold Holding) inside reach in cooler at across cook line. As per operator for less than 4 hrs.
Handwash sink used for purposes other than handwashing. Observed cup and bowls inside hand sink at washing area. Operator removed the items.
No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. Observed at kitchen. Operator provided.
Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Observed employee phone and headphones stored on shelves next to dry goods at dry storage. Operator removed the items.
Single-service articles not stored inverted or protected from contamination. Observed to-go boxes not inverted at take out station. Operator started to invert the boxes.
Aug 11, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 3 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate1 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200+ppm) at washing area. Operator discarded solution and refilled, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm).
Spray bottle containing toxic substance not labeled. Observed spray bottle with soap not labeled at washing area. Operator labeled during inspection.
In-use utensil in non-time/temperature control for safety food not stored with handle above top of food within a closed container. Observed scoop inside flour bag with handle in contact with product at prep area. Operator removed the scoop.
Mar 19, 2025Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 4 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
1 High priority1 Intermediate2 Basic
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Wiping cloth sanitizer solution exceeds the maximum concentration allowed. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 200ppm) next to hand sink. Operator diluted with water, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 50ppm)
Warewashing machine not automatically dispensing the detergent and/or the sanitizer. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm). Operator fixed tube. Retest Dishwasher (Chlorine 100ppm).
Cardboard used to line food-contact shelves. Observed inside reach in cooler at prep area. Operator removed the cardboard.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed chicken wings (frozen) thawing at room temperature at prep area. Operator placed product inside cooler for proper thawing.
Aug 12, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
3 High priority1 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed cooked pork ribs stored in Nonfood-grade bags in walk in freezer at washing area. Employee started to change the bags.
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed fresh garlic with oil (101F - Cold Holding) at cook line. As per employee for approximately 2 hrs. Employee placed inside reach in cooler for rapid cooling.
Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb.
Food-contact surface soiled with food debris, mold-like substance or slime. Observed can opener blade soiled. Employee started to clean during inspection.
Employee personal food not properly identified and segregated from food to be served to the public. Observed employee food not properly segregated inside reach in cooler at storage area. Employee properly segregated personal food.
Food stored on floor. Observed breading mix on kitchen floor. Employee placed product six inches from floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed tongs hanging from oven door handle. Employee removed the tongs.
Wiping cloth chlorine sanitizing solution not at proper minimum strength. Observed Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 25ppm) at triple sink. Employee added chlorine, retest Sanitizer Bucket (Chlorine 100ppm)
Apr 25, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 8 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority2 Intermediate4 Basic
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Nonfood-grade bags used in direct contact with food. Observed non food grade bags used to store crab rangoon and noddles inside reach in cooler at kitchen. Employee removed the bag.
Raw animal food stored over/not properly separated from ready-to-eat food. Observed raw chicken stored over tofu inside reach in cooler across cook line.
No soap provided at handwash sink. Observed at hand sink next to dish machine. Employee provided the soap.
Records/documents for required employee training do not contain all of the required information. Observed some employee training certificates missing the Date of Birth. Employee completed certificates during inspection.
Covered waste receptacle not provided in women's bathroom. Observed in employee restroom.
Food stored on floor. Observed bucket of soy sauce stored on walk in cooler floor. Employee placed product at 6 inches from the floor.
In-use tongs stored on equipment door handle between uses. Observed 4 tongs hanging from stove oven door at cook line. Employee removed the tongs.
Open dumpster lid.
Feb 15, 2024Inspection Completed - No Further ActionRoutine Inspection
Met inspection standards. 7 violations recorded, none serious enough to require a return visit.
2 High priority0 Intermediate5 Basic
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Dishmachine not sanitizing properly. Discontinue use of dishmachine for sanitizing and set up manual sanitization until dishmachine is repaired and sanitizing properly. Observed Dishwasher (Chlorine 0ppm); Triple Sink (Chlorine 100ppm)
Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Observed raw shrimp (49F - Cold Holding) in reach in cooler at cook line, as per employee less than 1 hour, employee moved to walk in cooler during inspection.
Accumulation of black/green mold-like substance in the interior of the ice machine/bin.
Bowl or other container with no handle used to dispense food. Observed in flour container, employee removed.
Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. Observed personal drink on preparation table, employee removed.
Food stored on floor. Observed raw carrots bag on walk in cooler floor, employee stored properly.
Time/temperature control for safety food thawed in an improper manner. Observed dumplings bag (frozen) on preparation table, employee moved to walk in cooler during inspection.
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