Snellville · Health score & inspection history
CHIN CHIN HIBACHI EXPRESS
3425 Centerville Hwy SUITE 3C Snellville, GA 30039
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Gwinnett CountyWhat the inspector found
All 6 findings ↗6 findings recorded on Sep 28, 2026.
Inspector observationItem 2-2D ↗
Handwashing
Observed waterbottle stored in hand sink A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and not used for purposes other than handwashing. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (Pf) Corrective Actions: items removed from the sink
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Inspection item: Inspection item 2-2D
Code .06(2)(o)
Observed waterbottle stored in hand sink A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use and not used for purposes other than handwashing. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. (Pf) Corrective Actions: items removed from the sink
Official report · Item 2-2D ↗Correction status not recorded
Inspector observationItem 6-1A ↗
Cold holding
Observed multiple foods in prep cooler across from grill holding at temperatures greater than 41 Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P) Corrective Actions: items discarded
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Inspection item: Inspection item 6-1A
Code .04(6)(f)
Observed multiple foods in prep cooler across from grill holding at temperatures greater than 41 Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below. (P) Corrective Actions: items discarded
Official report · Item 6-1A ↗Correction status not recorded
Inspector observationItem 6-1C ↗
Cooling time and temperature
Observed wings from previous day that did not properly cool TCS foods being cooled from 135°F to 70°F in 2 hours MUST cool 0.54°F per minute (roughly 32.5°F per hour). TCS foods being cooled from 70°F to 41°F MUST cool 7.25°F per hour (0.121°F per min or 29°F in 4 hours). Corrective Actions: wings discarded
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Inspection item: Inspection item 6-1C
Code .04(6)(d)
Observed wings from previous day that did not properly cool TCS foods being cooled from 135°F to 70°F in 2 hours MUST cool 0.54°F per minute (roughly 32.5°F per hour). TCS foods being cooled from 70°F to 41°F MUST cool 7.25°F per hour (0.121°F per min or 29°F in 4 hours). Corrective Actions: wings discarded
Official report · Item 6-1C ↗Correction status not recorded
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Inspector observationItem 11A ↗
Cooling methods and equipment
Observed wings in deep covered container that did not properly cool. Foods shall be cooled using one or more methods approved by the health authority (e.g., smaller batches, thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring food in containers placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer and ice as an ingredient; placing items in the walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer partially or completely uncovered as long as the food is protected from overhead contamination). (Pf, C) Corrective Actions: wings discarded. reviewed cooling methods with person in charge
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Inspection item: Inspection item 11A
Code .04(6)(e)
Observed wings in deep covered container that did not properly cool. Foods shall be cooled using one or more methods approved by the health authority (e.g., smaller batches, thinner portions, using rapid cooling equipment, stirring food in containers placed in an ice water bath, using containers that facilitate heat transfer and ice as an ingredient; placing items in the walk-in cooler or walk-in freezer partially or completely uncovered as long as the food is protected from overhead contamination). (Pf, C) Corrective Actions: wings discarded. reviewed cooling methods with person in charge
Official report · Item 11A ↗Correction status not recorded
Inspector observationItem 14A ↗
Utensil storage
Observed in use utensils stored in stagnant water below 135. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1. in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2. In food that is not time / temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed; 3. On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency; 4. in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to…
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Inspection item: Inspection item 14A
Code .04(4)(k)
Observed in use utensils stored in stagnant water below 135. During pauses in food preparation or dispensing, food preparation and dispensing utensils shall be stored: 1. in the food with their handles above the top of the food and the container; 2. In food that is not time / temperature control for safety food with their handles above the top of the food within containers or equipment that can be closed; 3. On a clean portion of the food preparation table or cooking equipment only if the in-use utensil and the food-contact surface of the food preparation table or cooking equipment are cleaned and sanitized at a frequency; 4. in running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain, if used with moist food such as ice cream or mashed potatoes; 5. in a clean, dry container; or 6. in a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135°F (57°C) and the container is cleaned at the required frequency. (C) Corrective Actions: water discarded, new utensils obtained.
Official report · Item 14A ↗Correction status not recorded
Inspector observationItem 15A ↗
Equipment design and condition
Observed cold hold unit with an ambient air temperature greater than 41 Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: (P) safe (P), durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition. (C)
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Inspection item: Inspection item 15A
Code .05(1)(a)
Observed cold hold unit with an ambient air temperature greater than 41 Utensils and food-contact surfaces of equipment shall be made of materials that do not allow the migration of deleterious substances or impart colors, odors, or tastes to food and under normal use conditions, and shall be: (P) safe (P), durable, corrosion-resistant, and nonabsorbent. In addition, materials shall be sufficient in weight and thickness to withstand repeated warewashing and shall be finished to have a smooth, easily cleanable surface. Materials shall be resistant to pitting, chipping, crazing, scratching, scoring, distortion and decomposition. (C)
Official report · Item 15A ↗Correction status not recorded
Correction status comes from the dated report. Later changes may not be recorded here.
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This page follows facility C4783F41-C60F-41D8-B457-B6D7CED8EA24 within Gwinnett County. Names and addresses remain as recorded at each inspection. Different official facility IDs remain separate. Intervening inspections may be missing.
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