McKinney, TX

Wing Chow

Name: Wing Chow
Address: 1500 W University Dr A, McKinney, TX

1500 W University Dr A

Last inspected Oct 28, 2024 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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19 demerits

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ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.

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4 inspections

1 - Routine

Oct 28, 2024

19 demerits

Official score: 19 · Understand this area’s scale

9 recorded violations

notedCode time_as_health_controlOther

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Time As Health Control (3 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode food_separated_protectedOther

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Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

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notedCode food_surfaces_returnablesOther

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Food Surfaces Returnables (3 demerits)

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notedCode toxic_substancesChemicals

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Toxic Substances (3 demerits)

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Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

notedCode certified_food_managerOther

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Certified Food Manager (2 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode food_establishment_permitPermits, training, and postings

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Food Establishment Permit (2 demerits)

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A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

notedCode wiping_clothsCleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping Cloths (1 demerit)

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Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode nonfood_surfaces_cleanCleaning and sanitizing

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Nonfood Surfaces Clean (1 demerit)

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Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

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Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

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Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Oct 28, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Jun 5, 2024

25 demerits

Official score: 25 · Understand this area’s scale

12 recorded violations

notedCode temp_cooling_timeFood temperature

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Temp Cooling Time (3 demerits)

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode temp_cold_holdingFood temperature

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Temp Cold Holding (3 demerits)

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More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode time_as_health_controlOther

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Time As Health Control (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode food_separated_protectedOther

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Food Separated Protected (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode toxic_substancesChemicals

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Toxic Substances (3 demerits)

In plain English

Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.

More about chemicals stored or used unsafely

notedCode certified_food_managerOther

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Certified Food Manager (2 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode proper_cooling_methodFood temperature

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Proper Cooling Method (2 demerits)

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More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

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Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode single_service_useOther

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Single Service Use (1 demerit)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode nonfood_surfaces_cleanCleaning and sanitizing

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Nonfood Surfaces Clean (1 demerit)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode physical_facilities_maintainedFacility maintenance

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Physical Facilities Maintained (1 demerit)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

notedCode other_violationsOther

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Other Violations (1 demerit)

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Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jun 5, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Jan 25, 2024

14 demerits

Official score: 14 · Understand this area’s scale

8 recorded violations

notedCode temp_cooling_timeFood temperature

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Temp Cooling Time (3 demerits)

In plain English

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode time_as_health_controlOther

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Time As Health Control (3 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode food_handler_cardsOther

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Food Handler Cards (2 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode handwashing_facilitiesHandwashing

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Handwashing Facilities (2 demerits)

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Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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Personal Cleanliness (1 demerit)

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This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues

notedCode wiping_clothsCleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping Cloths (1 demerit)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode approved_thawingFood temperature

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Approved Thawing (1 demerit)

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More about food kept at an unsafe temperature

notedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

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Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

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Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Jan 25, 2024 · Original Source

1 - Routine

Oct 24, 2023

21 demerits

Official score: 21 · Understand this area’s scale

11 recorded violations

notedCode time_as_health_controlOther

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Time As Health Control (3 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode food_surfaces_returnablesOther

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Food Surfaces Returnables (3 demerits)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode hands_clean_washedHandwashing

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Hands Clean Washed (3 demerits)

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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No Bare Hands (3 demerits)

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

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Certified Food Manager (2 demerits)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode cleanable_surfacesCleaning and sanitizing

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Cleanable Surfaces (2 demerits)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode wiping_clothsCleaning and sanitizing

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Wiping Cloths (1 demerit)

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

notedCode environmental_contaminationContamination

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Environmental Contamination (1 demerit)

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Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination

notedCode utensils_and_linensEquipment and utensils

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Utensils And Linens (1 demerit)

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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues

notedCode single_service_useOther

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Single Service Use (1 demerit)

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode original_container_labelingFood source and labeling

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Original Container Labeling (1 demerit)

In plain English

Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems

Official record from City of McKinney Health Services, Oct 24, 2023 · Original Source