CHINA WOK RESTUARANT.
3106 N CENTRAL AVE · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO
Failed 8 of 24 inspections. 16 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
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INSPECTION HISTORY
JAN 62026PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED MISSING COVER FOR FLOOR DRAIN LOCATED BY REAR HAND SINK. MUST PROVIDE COVER.
OBSERVED DIRTY CUTTING BOARD AT MAIN PREP LINE WITH DARK STAINS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED WATER DRAINING VERY SLOWLY AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT MAIN PREP LINE. MUST REPAIR.
OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN REAR BY PREP TABLE, IN FRONT OF WALK IN FREEZER AND BY MOP SINK AREA. MUST REPAIR.
OBSERVED CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN TOILET ROOM. MUST REPAIR.
JAN 72025FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE OF COOKING FRYER. MUST ELIMINATE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL EFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED ONE DEAD COCKROACH UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR. MUST REMOVE. EMPLOYEE CORRECTED ON SITE AND THREW AWAY DEAD COCKROACH.
OBSERVED FOIL AND FLAT CARD BOARD BEING USED AS LINERS ON ROLLING CART NEXT TO COOKING FRYER. MUST REMOVE.
OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE OF MICROWAVE IN REAR. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED MINOR DUST BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
FEB 212024PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO INSTALL A WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED BOXED FOOD ITEMS BEING STROED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
OBSERVED MULTIPLE DAMGED CEILING PANELS IN THE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR DAMGED CEILING PANELS AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON FLOORS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND IN ALL CORNERS AND MAINTAIN
FEB 72023PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010,CITATION ISSUED.
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC). AND MANTAIN.
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL LINERS FROM UTILITY CONDIMENT CARTS IN FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF THE KITCHEN WALK-IN-COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE AND INTERIORS OF COOLERS,COOKING STOVE/SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS WITH FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS,KITCHEN STORAGE SHELVES,UTILITY/CONDIMENT ROLLING CARTS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS WITH SPILLAGE.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
OBSERVED NO LIGHTING AT REAR DRY STORAGE AREA AND INSIDE WATER HEATER CLOSET.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN MENTIONED AREAS AT ALL TIMES.
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SEP 292021FAILED10 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC.)
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH BROKEN WEATHER-STRIP AND GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" INCH AT BOTTOM OF DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN REAR CLUTTERED FURNACE ROOM AND UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES AND INTERIOR COMPARTMENT UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN DEEP FRYERS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED FROZEN MEATS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL LINERS FROM UTILITY CONDIMENT CARTS IN FOOD PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF THE KITCHEN WALK-IN-COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE AND INTERIORS OF COOLERS,COOKING STOVE/SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS WITH FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS,KITCHEN STORAGE SHELVES,UTILITY/CONDIMENT ROLLING CARTS,EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS WITH SPILLAGE.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE REAR FURNACE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED BROKEN REFRIGERATOR DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS OF PREP AREA/DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND IN REAR FURNACE ROOM WITH DRIED GREASE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
JAN 172020FAILED18 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOT LINE/FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXTRA HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOT LINE/FOOD PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS (FLOUR, SALT, SUGAR ETC) IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME.
FOUND OVER 100 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA, REAR STORAGE AREA AND OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS INSIDE REAR BOILER ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTH IN A CLEAN CONTAINER/BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION AROUND DRAINS.
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOR STORAGE. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS/CONTAINERS.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP/STORAGE AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES PREP COOLER WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE, PIPES AND CONDUITS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION, PREP SHELVES, STORAGE SHELVES, REACH IN COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER RACKS WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE AREA. NOTED SOME LITTER ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND DUMPSTER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES (PREP/COOKING AREA/ WALK-IN COOLER/STORAGE AREA/BOILER ROOM AND WASHROOM.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER IN PREP AND IN REAR STORAGE AREA. USABLE ITEMS (FOOD AND NONFOOD MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION.
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR STORAGE AREA.
WALLS AROUND PREP/COOKING AREA AND WALL INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING.
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE INOPERABLE LIGHT BULBS IN PREP/STORAGE TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2252943 ISSUED ON 01-22-19. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #55 - OBSERVED OPENING AROUND DRAIN PIPE IN WALL UNDER WASH BOWEL IN REST ROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO SEAL VOID. #56 - OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD AND SCREENS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN HOOD AND SCREENS.
FEB 12019PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY / KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOT LINE/FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXTRA HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOT LINE/FOOD PREP AREA. CORE VIOLATION
OBSERVED OPENING AROUND DRAIN PIPE IN WALL UNDER WASH BOWEL IN REST ROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO SEAL VOID. CORE VIOLATION
: OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD AND SCREENS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN HOOD AND SCREENS. CORE VIOLATION
JAN 222019FAILED7 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP POLICY / KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEAN UP POLICY/KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOT LINE/FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL AN EXTRA HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE HOT LINE/FOOD PREP AREA. CORE VIOLATION
OBSERVED 40 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALL ON FLOOR WHERE PAPER GOODS ARE AND DRY STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THESE AREAS AND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL OPERATOR PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED
OBSERVED SHELVING AT FRONT COUNTER AREA DUSTY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN FRONT COUNTER AREA. CORE VIOLATION
OBSERVED OPENING AROUND DRAIN PIPE IN WALL UNDER WASH BOWEL IN REST ROOM.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO SEAL VOID. CORE VIOLATION
OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD AND SCREENS GREASY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN HOOD AND SCREENS. CORE VIOLATION
SEP 152017PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
FAN GUARD OF ONE DOOR AND TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. BIG HOLE ON THE WALL UNDERNEATH THE WASHBOWL SINK INSIDE THE WASHROOM . MUST REPAIR/SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN. SEAL GAP AROUND THE PIPES ABOVE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PREP/DISH AREA AND MAINTAIN.
SEP 82017FAILED8 violationsDETAILS
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 1965815 DATED 10/4/16. #33- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP SINK, PREP COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, DRY STORAGE BINS, STORAGE RACK INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXPOSED HAND SINK, ALL SURFACES MUST BE BETTER MAINTAIN. #35 MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
LABEL AND DATE ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. ALL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS MUST HAVE A LABEL ALSO.
REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED AS A SHELVE LINER IN THE SEASONING CART AND ON THE TOP OF THE STOVE.
FAN GUARD OF ONE DOOR AND TWO DOOR REACH IN COOLER WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNER THRU-OUT RESTAURANT UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,ALONG THE HALL WAY, GOING TO THE EXIT DOOR,PREP AREA, UNDER BEHIND AND AROUND ALL COOLERS,AND MAINTAIN.
CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. BIG HOLE ON THE WALL UNDERNEATH THE WASHBOWL SINK INSIDE THE WASHROOM . MUST REPAIR/SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN. SEAL GAP AROUND THE PIPES ABOVE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PREP/DISH AREA AND MAINTAIN.
ALL EMPLOYEES PREPARING AND COOKING IN THE PREP AREA. MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
ALL WIPING CLOTH MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
OCT 42016PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP SINK, PREP COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, DRY STORAGE BINS, STORAGE RACK INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXPOSED HAND SINK, ALL SURFACES MUST BE BETTER MAINTAIN,
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH COOKING LINE AND FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA,
EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS NOT PROPERLY BEING STORED, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT STORING ON TOP OF FOOD PRODUCT,
LOW WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN BATHROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
CLUTTER REAR UTILITY CLOSET INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
JAN 132016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
LIGHT TOO DIM IN KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MORE LIGHT, REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
JAN 62016FAILED3 violationsDETAILS
CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, DATED: 04/02/2015, REPORT # 1532563, FOR VIOLATIONS LISTED BELOW, 32 INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER.---------MUST TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN CAN INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER STORAGE. 33 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP SINK, PREP COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, DRY STORAGE BINS, STORAGE RACK INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. 34 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH COOKING LINE AND FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. 35 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST HANGING.---------MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR AND REPLACE. 38 INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AND HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. 45 FOUND NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
ATTACHED CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
LIGHT TOO DIM IN KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MORE LIGHT, REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
APR 22015PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER.---------MUST TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN CAN INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER STORAGE.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP SINK, PREP COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, DRY STORAGE BINS, STORAGE RACK INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH COOKING LINE AND FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST HANGING.---------MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR AND REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE INSIDE REAR WASHROOM.
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AND HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
NOV 62014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
Found food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, and in walk in freezer not dated, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer.
Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed), front kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
Floors under cooking equipment, storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in rear storage areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
Broken/damaged light shields in kitchen prep area, shall be replaced.
JUN 272014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
Floors under cooking equipment, heavy equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage area, walk in cooler not clean, need cleaning(detailed).Floors in hot water storage room not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, rear kitchen area, shall be replaced/repaired, wall that had peeling paint in rear kitchen area, shall be repaired/sealed.
Exhaust canopy not clean, needs detailed cleaning.
Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
JAN 182013PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, walk in freezer.
Non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, cooler shelving, and rear storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
Floors under storage shelving, 3 compartment sink, not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
Damaged/broken light shields in kitchen prep area, shall be replaced, light shields need cleaning.
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers, and kitchen areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.
FEB 172012PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. COOKING HOOD/FILTERS GREASY ,MUST CALL SERVICE FOR DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. ALL CABINETS,SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER AND IN PREP TABLE,STORAGE DIRTY,MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, WALK IN COOLER,TOILET UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER 3COMPARTMENT SINK UNCLEAN MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, CEILING TILES AT THE REAR WITH HOLES AND GAPS,MUST BE PROPERLY SEALED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. UNNECESSARY MATERIALS NOT NEEDED IN THE RESTAURANT MUST BE REMOVED
SEP 262011FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
Pest control logbook not provided or mantained. Instructed to have a licensed pest control company to service premises and provided logbook with all required documents.
Cooking equipment, steam tables, fan covers, utility sink, deep fryers, exhaust hood and filter and unused equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize and/or remove non-working equipment off premises.
Floor in storage room, around utility sink and behind freezer chest not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
Ceiling tile missing in utility room. Instructed to replace missing ceiling tile.
Adequate light not provided in kitchen. Instructed to replace non-working bulbs.
Condensation line from walk-in cooler draining to exposed handsink. Instructed to remove drainline from exposed handsink. Faucet at utility sink leaking. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
Thermometer not working in prep cooler. Instructed to replace non-working thermometer.
Unnecessary articles stored in furnace room and on premises. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall. Also, remove unused equipment or repair.
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