Inspection Report

Business Name
Best Hong Kong Dining

Business Address
1116 S DOBSON RD MESA AZ 85202

Permit Number
FD-82787

Permit Type
Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking

Inspection Purpose
Food Routine Inspection

Inspection Date
11/29/2023

Grade
Not Participating

Priority Violation
1

Inspection Status
Completed

Violations

Violation #: 16

Description: Food-Contact Surfaces: Cleaned and Sanitized

Comments:

PRIORITY VIOLATION-4-501.114, P: Manual and Mechanical Warewashing Equipment, Chemical Sanitization- Temperature, pH, Concentration and Hardness. For a permanent fix to this violation, check out these simple tools in our Active Managerial Control Toolbox, made especially for you. https://www.maricopa.gov/4574/AMC-Toolbox---Food-Contact-Surfaces. ------ At the dishwasher, observed dishes being washed, rinsed and sanitized in a solution containing 0ppm chlorine sanitizer when measured with a chemical test strip. Observed the chemical supply bucket empty. Discussed that chlorine sanitizer concentration should be maintained between 50-100ppm and verified with a chemical test strip. The PIC changed the supply bucket and had the machine primed. After running a final rinse concentration of 50ppm was observed. Discussed running previously washed dishes through the machine again to ensure all dishes have been properly sanitized.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Violation #: 38

Description: Insects, Rodents and Animals not Present

Comments:

Priority Foundation-6-501.111 (C), Pf: Controlling Pests; Approved Trapping Methods/Existence ------ Observed approximately 5 live adult roaches under the dish machine pump housing. The PIC stated they had noticed the roaches and had pest control applied 2 days prior. Receipts for service were provided by the manager at the time of inspection. Discussed the health significance of maintaining kitchens free of pests. Discussed having a certified pest control company address the issue before re-inspection on 12/8/2023. Discussed eliminating food, water and other harborage conditions in the kitchen to assist in removal.

Core-6-202.15, C: Outer Openings, Protected ------ Observed the back door propped open and the screen door not shut. Discussed that openings like these may allow unwanted pests such as houseflies into the establishment. The manager closed the back door at the time of inspection.

Correct By: Correct Prior To Reinspection

Violation #: 41

Description: Wiping Cloths; Properly Used and Stored

Comments:

Core-3-304.14, C: Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation ------ Observed 4 damp wiping cloths stored on the prep surfaces. Discussed that unless dry, sani towels should be kept in an approved sanitizer at the appropriate concentration (50-100ppm for chlorine). The manager removed the wet towels to be cleaned and placed new towels on the counter stored in a chlorine solution measuring 50ppm.

Correct By: Corrected At Time Of Inspection

Comments/Details

This establishment is not participating in the award program at this time and had 1 Priority, 1 Priority Foundation violations on this inspection.

A re-inspection will take place on 12/8/2023 to ensure priority foundation violation #31.

Of note: Discussed logging all time as a control foods on paper and saving 3 days of logs. Discussed discontinuing whiteboard usage for time controlled foods.

This inspection was conducted with RS #1191.

A copy of the report was emailed to the manager.

No County legal action will result from this inspection.

On July 1st, 2023, the Environmental Services Department started emailing permit card(s) and permit invoice(s) to permittees. We need a current and accurate email address on file to ensure you receive a copy of your permit card and invoice(s) upon renewal.

If you are unsure whether your email address is accurate, you may:
• Contact your inspector using the phone number or email on your last inspection report to review, or
• Contact the Department using the email addresses below,
o Envquickservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities such as fast-food)
o Envfullservicerestaurants@maricopa.gov (facilities that are full-service restaurants)
o Envretailgrocery@maricopa.gov (facilities like grocery stores or retail food markets)
o Envspecialtyprograms@maricopa.gov (mobile food/special events/plan review)
If you need to update your email address and/or other contact information, please submit an administrative change request form at the below website
https://www.maricopa.gov/FormCenter/Environmental-Services-16/Administrative-Change-Request-Form-181

Award: Not Participating,Embargo Lbs: 0,Food Manager Licenses: 1,Signer: Michelle Tong

"A" for Food Safety

Through our grading system, Maricopa County Environmental Services Department provides at-a-glance indications of how food establishments perform during food safety inspections. This system is designed to grade food establishments in terms of food safety requirements and provide recognition to those who choose to participate.

How does it work?

The issuance of grade cards to food establishments is based on voluntary participation. The person in charge, who is present during the inspection, will be asked whether they would like to participate in the Grading System. This will be decided prior to each inspection. If an establishment does not participate in the Grading System, Not Participating or NP will appear on the inspection report, and the inspection will still occur. If an establishment does participate, a grade of A, B, C, or D will be determined at the conclusion of the inspection using the Grading System chart below. Participating establishments will then be provided with a grade card that can be posted in the establishment. The status of the establishment’s grade will also appear on the Restaurant Ratings page of the department’s website.

How can I determine the grade?

The Grading System chart can be used to determine grades earned for establishments that do not participate. Grades are determined by the number of Priority and Priority Foundation violations received at the time of inspection. Violation types are defined in general terms below.

Definitions

Priority Violation: Major violation that directly contributes to increasing the risk of foodborne illness or injury (e.g. Food employees do not properly wash hands when required).
Priority Foundation Violation: Minor violation that does not directly contribute to an increased risk of foodborne illness but failure to correct this violation may lead to the occurrence of a priority violation. For example, hand washing soap and paper towels not available at hand wash sink (may lead directly to food employees not properly washing hands when required).
Core Violation: Minor violation that relates to general maintenance and sanitation (e.g. No sign reminding employees to wash hands).
Cutting Edge Program: All county food-related establishments can partner with Maricopa County to implement a proactive approach to reducing foodborne illness risk factors by implementing food safety systems that include policies, training, and verification processes. Partners enrolled in the Cutting Edge Program receive an A+ when an A is earned.

Grading System The matrix below is used to grade food inspections under the voluntary grading system.
Violation Category	Grade A	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade B	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade C	Grade D	Grade D
Priority	0	0	0	0	0	1	1	1	0	1	1	2	2	2	more than 2	more than 3
Priority Foundation	0	1	2	3	4	0	1	2	5	3	4	0	1	2	more than 3	more than 0

Any legal action for a pattern of non-compliance or permit suspension results in a D.