How many health inspections has CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD had?

CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD has had 23 inspections according to Florida DBPR records.

Has CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD ever been shut down?

Yes, CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD has been shut down 1 time by state inspectors.

What are the most common violations at CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD?

The most frequently cited violations at CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD are: Chemical properly stored, Consumer advisory, Proper ventilation.

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.

What does Florida violation V14 (Food contact surfaces) mean?

CROSS-CONTAMINATION: Improperly cleaned food contact surfaces are a primary vehicle for bacterial transfer. Cutting boards can harbor 200x more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat. Biofilms form on surfaces within 24 hours, protecting Listeria, Salmonella, and E. coli from routine cleaning. One contaminated surface can transfer pathogens to dozens of food items throughout the day. Clean and sanitize ALL food contact surfaces: after each use, between different food types (especially raw meat to ready-to-eat), every 4 hours during continuous use, and when contaminated. Use proper sanitizer concentration: chlorine 50-100 ppm, quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm. Air dry — do not towel dry. Test sanitizer concentration every 2 hours.

What does Florida violation V22 (Consumer advisory) mean?

INFORMED CHOICE: Without consumer advisory, customers with compromised immune systems, elderly, pregnant women, and young children cannot make informed decisions about consuming raw or undercooked foods. Raw oysters carry Vibrio vulnificus (50% fatality in at-risk groups). Undercooked eggs carry Salmonella Enteritidis. Raw fish may contain Anisakis parasites. Provide written consumer advisory with: disclosure identifying menu items containing raw or undercooked animal foods (eggs, meat, fish, shellfish), and a reminder statement about increased risk of foodborne illness. Must be on menu, placard, or other conspicuous written format. Covers items like rare burgers, sushi, sunny-side-up eggs, raw oysters.

CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD

190 NE 119 ST, Miami, FL 33161

Miami-Dade County · Permanent Food Service · Owner: GOLDEN STAR INC · License: SEA2331289

CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD in Miami, FL has 23 inspections on record with 178 total violations (7.7 per inspection) and 1 emergency closure.

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Emergency closure history for CHUNG WAH CHINESE FOOD
Date	Reason	Reopened
Feb 21, 2018	Rodent activity	08:20:00

Inspection History (23)

Jan 23, 2025 — Routine - Food· 8 violations · Inspection Completed - No Further Action

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