CONDITIONAL
Mulan Malatang: Rodent Activity & Temp Issues - Conditional
December 3, 2025
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Routine Inspection
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Major
3
Corrected On Site
Inspector's Report
Multiple violations found including rodent droppings in storage area, temperature control issues with sauce refrigerator at 48°F, improper thawing methods at room temperature, and vermin-proofing gaps. Most violations corrected on site except rodent activity and structural issues requiring follow-up by December 17th.
Violations Cited
6
#23
CRITICAL
NO INSECTS, RODENTS, BIRDS OR NONSERVICE ANIMALS
Why This Matters
Mice produce 50 droppings daily containing Salmonella and hantavirus. Cockroaches carry 33 bacteria types and 6 parasitic worms. Rats spread plague and leptospirosis.
What Was Observed
Observed dried rodent droppings in the back equipment storage area on the concrete floor skirting.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114259, 114259.1, 114259.3
#14
CORRECTED
MAJOR
FOOD CONTACT SURFACES: CLEAN AND SANITIZED
Why This Matters
Dirty cutting boards and utensils cause 76% of cross-contamination. Biofilms protect bacteria from cleaning. One contaminated surface spreads pathogens to dozens of foods.
What Was Observed
Observed no sanitizer bucket in the cook-line during the time of inspection. There is sanitizer bucket available at the front counter with adequate sanitizer solution. COS- Cook provided adequate sanitizer.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114099, 114099.6, 114117
#26
CORRECTED
MAJOR
APPROVED THAWING METHODS IN USE
Why This Matters
Improper vacuum packaging creates anaerobic conditions allowing Clostridium botulinum growth. Botulism is fatal in 5-10% of cases. Causes paralysis and respiratory failure.
What Was Observed
Observed various frozen foods (fish fillets, packaged meats) thawing at room temperature. COS- Operator relocated the items to the refrigerator.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114419
#35
MAJOR
EQUIPMENT APPROVED: CLEAN; INSTALLED; GOOD REPAIR; CAPACITY
Why This Matters
Household equipment cannot withstand commercial use and harbors bacteria in cracks. Latex gloves cause severe allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
What Was Observed
Observed water dripping into the condensate pans of two upright refrigerators in the back. Observed debris on top of the dishwasher.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114130, 114160
#43
MAJOR
PREMISES; PERSONAL/CLEANING ITEMS; VERMIN PROOFING
Why This Matters
Clutter provides harborage for rodents and cockroaches. Cardboard harbors cockroach eggs. Each egg case contains 30-40 nymphs.
What Was Observed
Observed a gap underneath the mesh door in the back of the kitchen. Observed a gap underneath the main door in the back of the kitchen. Observed equipment in the dry storage that are not in use or in disrepair.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114067, 114123
#43
MAJOR
PREMISES; PERSONAL/CLEANING ITEMS; VERMIN PROOFING
Why This Matters
Clutter provides harborage for rodents and cockroaches. Cardboard harbors cockroach eggs. Each egg case contains 30-40 nymphs.
What Was Observed
Observed a gap underneath the mesh door in the back of the kitchen. Observed a gap underneath the main door in the back of the kitchen. Observed equipment in the dry storage that are not in use or in disrepair.
CA Retail Food Code: Section 114067, 114123