Chow Time Grill & Buffet, a popular local buffet, Chinese, and seafood restaurant located at 6997 West Commercial Blvd in Tamarac, in Broward County, has been cited for several health violations by the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation to start 2024.
Violations Summary From Complaint Inspections:
- High Priority Violations:
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- Improper cooling of cooked/heated food.
- Raw animal food improperly stored above ready-to-eat food.
- Stop Sale issued on food due to temperature abuse.
- Intermediate Violations:
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- Nonapproved cooling methods.
- Food-contact surfaces soiled.
- Handwash sink misuse.
- Unlabeled spray bottle containing toxic substance.
- Basic Violations:
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- Use of container without handle for food dispensing.
- License not displayed.
- Ice buildup in freezer.
- In-use utensil not stored properly.
- Nonfood-contact surfaces soiled.
- Wall soiled with grease and debris.
Despite not being ordered to close, the establishment underwent a rigorous inspection process on February 7, 2024, following a previous complaint inspection on January 18.