Chopstix Asian Diner (February)

3820 S. Palo Verde Road

  • History: Received a “provisional” rating during a 2009 inspection, and two “needs improvement” ratings in 2014.
  • What the inspector saw: Five critical violations in a Feb. 10 inspection, earning the restaurant a “provisional” rating. Raw beef was stored directly on top of raw chicken in a walk-in cooler, and the shelving in the walk-in was “rust covered and dirty.” Cooked chicken and egg rolls stored at room temperature tested above safe holding temperature, and date markings were missing from containers of cooked meats.
  • Follow-up: Passed Feb. 22.
  • Response: Owner or manager could not be reached for comment.

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