How many health inspections has RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT had?

RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT has had 24 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT ever been shut down?

Yes, RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT?

The most frequently cited violations at RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT are: Proper hand/arm washing, Food contact surfaces, Employee health reporting.

What does Florida violation V03 (Employee health reporting) mean?

OUTBREAK ENABLER: Food workers who fail to report illness symptoms are the #1 cause of multi-victim outbreaks. Norovirus is shed in billions of viral particles per gram of stool — as few as 18 particles cause infection. One symptomatic worker can infect hundreds of customers before detection. CDC links 70% of Norovirus outbreaks to infected food handlers. Employees must immediately report: vomiting, diarrhea, jaundice, sore throat with fever, infected wounds or boils. Must also report diagnosed illness with Salmonella Typhi, Shigella, E. coli O157:H7, Hepatitis A virus, or Norovirus. Person in charge must exclude or restrict employees per FDA Food Code guidelines.

What does Florida violation V06 (Handwashing facilities) mean?

HYGIENE INFRASTRUCTURE FAILURE: Without adequate handwashing facilities, proper hand hygiene is impossible. Studies show handwashing compliance drops to 5% when sinks are inaccessible or poorly equipped. No hot water means grease and biofilms remain on hands. No soap reduces bacterial removal from 99.9% to 25%. No towels means wet hands spread 1,000x more bacteria. Provide handwashing facilities with: hot and cold running water (minimum 100°F), soap in dispensers, single-use paper towels or air dryers, waste receptacle. Sinks must be accessible at all times — never blocked by equipment, supplies, or used for other purposes. Install handwashing signs in employee language(s).

What does Florida violation V08 (Proper hand/arm washing) mean?

TECHNIQUE FAILURE: Improper handwashing technique leaves pathogens on hands even when a handwashing attempt is made. Studies show 95% of people wash hands incorrectly — most don't scrub for 20 seconds or miss fingertips, thumbs, and between fingers. Incomplete washing creates a false sense of security while still transferring E. coli, Norovirus, and Salmonella to food. Correct technique requires: wet hands with clean warm water, apply soap, lather and scrub for 20+ seconds covering all surfaces including fingertips/nails/between fingers/back of hands, rinse thoroughly, dry with single-use towel. Use towel to turn off faucet. Do NOT use hand sanitizer as substitute for handwashing.

RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT

913 SR 84, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315

Broward County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: RUBY CHENS RESTAURANT INC · License: SEA1619870

RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT in Fort Lauderdale, FL has 24 inspections on record with 206 total violations (8.6 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Data current as of January 24, 2025

Emergency Closures (1)

Emergency closure history for RUBY CHINESE RESTAURANT
Date	Reason	Reopened
Nov 22, 2024	Rodent activity	16:38:00

Inspection History (24)

Jan 24, 2025 — Routine - Food· 5 violations (1 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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Emergency Closures (1)

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