Rincon, Effingham County

China Delight

410 S COLUMBIA AVE STE M RINCON, GA 31326

Food
Latest score
88
Dec 23, 2025
City
Rincon
County
Effingham
Inspections
6

Score history

Inspection scores over time for this facility.

Inspection history

Georgia inspection history is score-based, with violations grouped under each recorded inspection.

Dec 23, 2025

Routine

Score: 885 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(b) - food contact surfaces and utensils - cleaning frequency (p, c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed ice machine to have a buildup of mildew-like substance and other rust debris on the inner edge of unit.

RCA: Clean machine regularly to prevent buildup and contamination of ice.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed various food items throughout the facility sitting on the floor (oil, soy sauce, raw chicken close to foot level).

RCA: Move at least 6 in off the floor to prevent contamination.

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(1)(g),(h) - water supply, capacity; pressure (pf)

2 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hot water to be below 85F (at 80) in the men's and women's restroom.

RCA: Repair hot water heater to provide water at 85F or above.

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cups being used as scoops in dry storage as well as handle stored in food product. Observed ice cream scoop being used in water below 135F.

RCA: Handles will be stored above the food product and only scoops with handles will be used to eliminate contamination. CA: Employee removed scoop from water and replaced water. Cleaned the scoop and will clean each time it is used.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed a need for cleaning on walls, floors, ceilings, and equipment exteriors that have a dust buildup, staining, or food splatter/debris. Observed shelving in back of house with excessive dust and rusting.

RCA: Clean facility regularly to eliminate chance of contamination with food.

May 29, 2025

Routine

Score: 837 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple items throughout the facility stored uncovered. (chicken, salad, egg rolls, vegetables, sauces, etc.).

CA: PIC covered food items and has been advised that a repeat will result in a potential meeting with the county manager.

RCA: All food items in cold and hold holding units must be covered to prevent contamination of food product.

11C - approved thawing methods used

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(c) - thawing (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed shrimp being thawed in large bucket of sitting water.

CA: PIC was educated on correct thawing procedures and will use running water or walk in unit to thaw food.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed no internal thermometers in prep top or reach in units. Observed internal thermometer in walk in cooler that was not functioning properly.

RCA: PIC will obtain internal hanging thermometers for all units. In a mechanically refrigerated or hot food storage unit, the sensor of a temperature measuring device shall be located to measure the air temperature in the warmest part of a mechanically refrigerated unit and in the coolest part of a hot food storage unit

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed various food items throughout the facility sitting on the floor (raw meat in main kitchen area, potato and broccoli in walk in cooler, and shrimp/chicken in freezer).

CA: PIC moved all items so that they are at least 6 inches off of the floor.

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(2)(m) - outer openings protected (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed both back door areas open at time of inspection. One is a mesh door that is not tight-fitting on the sides or bottom. The other door was also open and has large gaps between the wall and door.

RCA: PIC will ensure that all outdoor openings are sealed to not allow pests to enter facility. Outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by:

(i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings;

(ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and

(iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(k) - in-use utensils, between-use storage (c)

1 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed cups being used as scoops in dry storage items (corn starch)

CA: PIC discarded cup and will use a utensil with a handle that stays above the food product to prevent contamination.

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.07(5)(a),(b) - good repair, physical facilities maintained; cleaning, frequency & restrictions, cleaned often enough to keep them clean (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed a need for cleaning on walls, floors, ceilings and equipment exteriors that have either a dust buildup, staining, or food splatter (especially shelving units)

RCA: Increase cleaning frequency

Dec 2, 2024

Followup

Score: 755 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed raw chicken above raw shrimp in walk in cooler. Observed raw chicken above raw beef on prep sink counter.

CA:PIC rearranged food items to the correct location based on internal cook temperatures.

2-2B - proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(k)1&2 - eating, drinking, or using tobacco (c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple employees eating in main kitchen area beside walk in cooler. Observed employee food product stored uncovered and above food products.

Rule: Employees shall consume food only in approved designated areas separate from food preparation and serving areas, equipment or utensil areas and food storage areas. However, drinking from a single service beverage cup with a secure lid and straw that is handled to prevent contamination of the employee’s hands, the container, exposed food, clean equipment, utensils and linens, unwrapped single-service and single-use articles will be allowed.

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Regulation: 511-6-1.06(2)(o) - using a handwashing sink- operation & maintenance (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed hand-sink being used to prep raw meat products (bee, pork, and chicken). No other hand sinks available.

Rule: A handwashing sink shall be maintained so that it is accessible at all times for employee use. Pf

  1. A handwashing facility may not be used for purposes other than handwashing. Pf

  2. An automatic handwashing facility shall be used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple items throughout the facility stored uncovered. (chicken, beef, egg rolls, vegetables, sauces, etc.).

CA: PIC covered food items.

RCA: All food items in cold and hold holding units must be covered to prevent contamination of food product.

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple food items stored on countertop, in walk in cooler (shrimp, vegetables) prepped over 24 hours ago not date marked. Observed tartar sauce in refrigerator date marked with date "3/3"

CA: Ensure that all TSC foods that will be stored over 24 hours are date marked appropriately.

Jul 19, 2024

Routine

Score: 765 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(i)(ii)(iii)(v)(vi)(vii)(viii) - packaged & unpackaged food separation, packaging, and segregation (p, c)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed raw beef above raw shrimp and nesting next to raw chicken in the walk in cooler. Raw chicken was also above eggs and next to raw beef.

CA: PIC rearranged food items to the correct location based on internal cook temperatures.

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; cold holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple food items throughout the facility cold holding above 41F (raw chicken, raw beef, shrimp, cooked chicken, eggs, etc.) The prep top/reach in ambient temperature was around 60F.

CA: The PIC discarded any food item prepped more than 4 hours ago, and rapidly cooled items prepped less than 4 hours, as they where still in the SAFEZONE. The PIC contacted someone to come look at the cooler as the ambient was around 60F.

The PIC has also been instructed to store the raw chicken in smaller pans, as the chicken is unbale to get to a cold holding temperature of 41F, due to being stored in a large container.

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(f) - time/temperature control for safety; hot holding (p)

9 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food items on the buffet line hot holding below 135F.

CA: The food items were still in the safe zone as the PIC reheated those items to 165F, and turned the temperature up on the unit.

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple items throughout the facility stored uncovered. (chicken, beef, egg rolls, vegetables, sauces, etc.).

CA: PIC covered food items.

RCA: All food items in cold and hold holding units must be covered to prevent contamination of food product.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(6)(n) - manual and mechanical warewashing equipment, chemical sanitization-temperature, ph, concentration, hardness (p,pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed the dish washing machine not dispensing sanitizer.

RCA: The PIC contacted the dish washing company to have it serviced. Until the dishwasher is fixed the facility, must utilize the three compartment sink, and notify Effingham County Health Department once it is fixed at 912-754-6850.

Nov 28, 2023

Routine

Score: 865 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple items stored uncovered in cold holding units throughout the facility (reach-in coolers, walk-in cooler, and walk-in freezer). -egg rolls, beef, raw chicken, and vegetables. -soups and sauces hot holding on the steam well. CA: PIC placed food covers on items subject to contamination. Education: All food items in cold and hold holding units must be covered to prevent contamination of food product.

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - equipment, food-contact surfaces,& utensils (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: YesRepeat: No

Observed food build-up on several knives on magnet above prep-station area. CA: Employee removed knives and placed in ware-washing machine to remove food debris. Education: 511-6-1.05(7)(a)1 - Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils.

(a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils.

  1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: Yes

Observed multiple food items stored in containers without the common food items label or name on it. RCA: PIC is to put common food item labels on food items that are taken out of its original packaging and placed in a different bin. Education: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - Food Labels (Pf, C) (c) Food Labels.

  1. Food packaged in a food service establishment, shall be labeled as specified in law, including 21 CFR 101- Food labeling, and 9 CFR 317 Labeling, marking devices, and containers.

  2. Label information shall include:

(i) The common name of the food, or if there is no common name, an adequately descriptive identity statement;

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cooking oils stored on floor, and 5-gallon buckets with food items stored on the floor in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. CA: PIC removed items to store at least 6 inches off of the floor.

15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(7)(d) - nonfood-contact surfaces (c)

1 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed food residue and accumulations on metal containers in walk-in cooler, and on bulk bins containers of flour and rice.

May 23, 2023

Routine

Score: 837 violations

4-2A - food stored covered

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(c)1(iv) - packaged & unpackaged food, food stored covered(c)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple food items store uncovered in the facility:

  1. Egg rolls, cooked chicken in a Reach In Cooler
  2. Cooked chicken in a freezer
  3. Cooked pasta and pineapples at the bottom of the Roll Top Prep Cooler

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(6)(g) - ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety food, date marking (pf)

4 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple food items stored in coolers (specifically at the top of the Roll Top Pep Cooler), prepped in the facility over 24 hours ago, not dated. Observed date marking in multiple food items for 8 days, not 7.

10D - food properly labeled; original container

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(7)(c) - food labels (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed multiple food items stored in plastic and metal containers and bins, not displaying the name if the contents on them.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed almost all cold holding units, missing internal hanging thermometers in them.

11D - thermometers provided and accurate

Regulation: 511-6-1.05(2)(x) - tmd, located in refrigerators/ hot holding (pf, c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed almost all cold holding units, missing internal hanging thermometers in them.

12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display

Regulation: 511-6-1.04(4)(q) - food storage (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed cooking oils stored on the floor near the cooking area. Observed pans of raw protein stored on the floor, under the shelving, in the Walk In Freezer. Observed the bottom of pans/bags, stored atop food product (bag on green beans, pan of cooked chicken atop cooked chicken.

12B - personal cleanliness

Regulation: 511-6-1.03(5)(g) - jewelry (c)

3 ptsCorrected: NoRepeat: No

Observed employees actively prepping food with watches on their wrists.