Joye Chop Suey
Troubled record — failed 5 of 12 inspections for pest activity, food temperature
2014-12-16 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLE AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE SPICE CONTAINER ON THE PREP TABLE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS STILL NEED A GENARAL CLEANING.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE WALL AND FLOORS. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT FUTHER ENTRY POINT FOR RODENTS.
2014-12-09 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 4 ▾
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
NOTED 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND 3 DOOR COOLER. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLE AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE SPICE CONTAINER ON THE PREP TABLE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE AND LITTER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE WALL AND FLOORS. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT FUTHER ENTRY POINT FOR RODENTS.
2014-02-18 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 1 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOOD IN REACH IN COOLER NOT LABELED NOR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO DATE AND LABEL FOOD.
2014-02-07 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 4 ▾
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
OBSERVE EMPLOYEE NOT SANITIZING UTENSILS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030. CITATION ISSUED.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1202782 (CONDUCTED ON 5-9-2013 AND REINSPECTION # 1202762 CONDUCTED ON 05-23-2013. VIOLATION # 33. MUST CLEAN THE HOOD... REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLERS. 35. MUST SEAL ALL...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOOD IN REACH IN COOLER NOT LABELED NOR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO DATE AND LABEL FOOD.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET DOOR.
2013-05-23 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN THE HOOD, AND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE,PREP TA...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOORING AND GROUT FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FLOOR THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REMOVE THE GREASE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL AND WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM, UNDER 3- COMP SINK, REAR STORAGE AREA , NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK AND WHERE NEEDED. CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA IN P...
2013-05-09 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 7 ▾
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND 10-15 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR AREAS UNDER STORAGE SHELF,REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER SHELVING UNITS.ALSO FRONT AND REAR SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF. HAVE YOUR PEST CONTROL TECHNICI...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN THE HOOD, AND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE,PREP ...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOORING & GROUT FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FLOOR THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REMOVE THE GREASE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL .
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL AND WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM, UNDER 3- COMP SINK, REAR STORAGE AREA , NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK AND WHERE NEEDED. CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA IN...
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3 COMP SINK AND MISSING FAUCET HANDLE AT WOK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR AREA AND IN FRONT AREA BY THE SERVICE COUNTER, CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
2012-02-27 Pass w/ Conditions Complaint Re-Inspection CRITICAL 12 ▾
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #670505 2/15/12 #18.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE TH...
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.VIOLAT...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Inspector Comments: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON ...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH & EA...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS.DEEP FRYERS,STOVE,WOK,FILTERS,HOOD,...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOORING & GROUT FLOOR UNDER COOKIN...
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL & WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM,UNDER 3- COMP SINK,REAR STORAGE ...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
Inspector Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of C...
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: 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.MUST REMOVE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES F...
2012-02-15 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 12 ▾
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF RAW EGGS 53.2F,SHRIMP 45.4F,COOKED RICE 54.0F,COOKED CHICKEN 45.1F,ON PREP TABLE.NO TIME ...
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERV...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.MUST...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH & EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST ...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS.DEEP FRYERS,STOVE,WOK,FILTERS,HOOD,SINKS,SHELVING UNITS...
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOORING.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL & WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM,UNDER 3- COMP SINK,REAR STORAGE AREA ,NEXT TO HOT W...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
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.MUST REMOVE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM SHELVING UNITS,P...
2011-06-16 Pass Complaint 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN OUTSIDE ALL COOLING/COOKING EQUIPRMENT.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL SHELVES AND HEAVY EQUIPTENT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL HOLES ON WALLS PREVENTING INSECT HARBORAGE. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS THROUGHT/PAINT WHERE NEEDED. DETAIL CLEAN ALL ATTACHEMENTS. REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN SCREEN DOOR IN REAR.
2011-02-16 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2011-01-26 Fail Canvass 5 ▾
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINORS NOT CORRECTED SEE REPORT #176800-DATED 3/23/2010. V32-MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE V33-MUST CLEAN VENTS AND HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
see violation 29 for deails.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
see violation 29 for details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
see violation 29 for details.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.
2010-03-23 Pass Canvass 4 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN VENTS AND HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND INTERIOR AND TOP SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
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. MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZ...
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