Chicago
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Kim Long Restaurant

5114 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60639 · Belmont Cragin · Restaurant · High risk
BEAT
18/100

Mixed record — 7 of 21 inspections passed

Inspections
21
7 passed
Last Inspected
2025-10-23
Pass Rate
33%
5 failures
Score
18/100
BEAT
Failed 5 inspections (2024, 2023, 2019...)
Sanitation issues found across 58 inspections
Employee Hygiene issues found across 11 inspections
Issues were corrected on re-inspection
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Sanitation critical 58×
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Other serious 15×
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Employee Hygiene critical 11×
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Pest Activity critical
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Documentation & Training critical
Chemical Safety minor
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Food Storage & Handling serious
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Food Temperature serious
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Plumbing & Waste minor
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Facility Condition minor
2025-10-23 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 7
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS AT THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK AND SMALL DRY FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON FOOD NAME AND MAINTAIN.

minor Employee Hygiene

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED SERVING/COOKING SPOONS, BOWLS, PLATES, AN TO GO CONTAINTERS NOT INVERTED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED ONE SINK STOPPER MISSING FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE VENTILATION COVER ABOVE THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE REAR WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE FROM 05/21/2024, REPORT #2595003. NEW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B), CITATION ISSUED

2024-05-21 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection
5
serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS (COOKED RICE, PASTA) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS IN WALK-IN COOLER WITHOUT DISCARD DATES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DIRT, DUST, GREASE, FOOD SPLATTER AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS AND FLOORS ESPECIALLY ALONG THE HOT FOOD SERVICE LINE UNDER AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN A...

minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN PATIO IN REAR EXIT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

2024-05-14 Fail Canvass
6
serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS (COOKED RICE, PASTA, CHICKEN) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL

minor Plumbing & Waste

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

FOUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED; SINK IS LEAKING WHEN DRAINING THE 3 COMPARTMENT AND WASTE WATER IS COLLECTED WITH BUCKET. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET DRAINAGE SYSTEM SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DIRT, DUST, GREASE, FOOD SPLATTER AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE WALLS AND FLOORS ESPECIALLY ALONG THE HOT FOOD SERVICE LINE UNDER AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN A...

minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN PATIO IN REAR EXIT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

2023-04-04 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 1
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.14-- OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. MUST PROVIDE.

2023-03-28 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 2
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. MUST PROVIDE.

minor Food Storage & Handling

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 10/6/2022, REPORT #2564939. #37-FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SUGAR, SALT, FLOUR, ETC). #47- OBSERVED ME...

2022-10-06 Pass w/ Conditions Complaint
CRITICAL 7
critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO VOMIT/DIARRHEA CLEANUP KIT OR WRITTEN PROCEDURES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SUGAR, SALT, FLOUR, ETC).

minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOUND PERSONAL EMPLOYEE FOOD STORED THROUGHOUT THE SLIDING 2-DOOR COOLER IN THE FRONT DRINK PREP AREA AND INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO STORE PERSONAL FOOD IN A DESIGNATED AREA WITHIN THE COOLER THAT IS COMPLETELY SEPARATE FROM ...

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MEAT STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE GROCERY BAGS IN THE 2-DOOR FREEZER. OBSERVED LARGE METAL GARBAGE CANS BEING USED FOR THE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NEXT TO THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISCONTINUE USE OF GROCERY BAGS AND GABAGE CANS...

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DIRT ACCUMULATION ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AND ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA, ESPECIALLY NEAR THE WALL BASES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

minor Documentation & Training

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE IS EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP NON-EXPIRED CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

2022-03-01 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
3
minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE SIDES OF THE WOK COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AND PROVIDE A SURFACE THAT IS NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING OR FOR STORAGE THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST REMOVE CRATES FROM PREMISES AND PROVIDE SHELVING/STORAGE THAT IS FREE OF UNNECESSARY CREVICES AND DESIGNED/CONSTRUCTED TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES (WASTE CAN WITH LID) INSIDE UNISEX RESTROOMS. MUST PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN EACH UNISEX RESTROOM FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.

2022-02-16 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 10
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT THE FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH SOAP AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030-(C). CITATION ISSUED.

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED THE REAR PREP AREA/DISH HANDWASHING SINK BLOCKED WITH PLASTIC IN THE SINK BASIN AND A CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF THE PLASTIC (ALSO IN THE BASIN). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HANDWASHING SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES TO ALLOW FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIO...

serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

FOUND TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED HAM AND SHRIMP AT 47 F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED ALL SAI...

minor Food Temperature

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 47.0 F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MEAT AND EGGS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE CHICAGO DEP...

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING OR FOR STORAGE THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST REMOVE CRATES FROM PREMISES AND PROVIDE SHELVING/STORAGE THAT IS FREE OF UNNECESSARY CREVICES AND DESIGNED/CONSTRUCTED TO BE EASILY CLEANABLE.

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

FOUND CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE SIDES OF THE WOK COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AND PROVIDE A SURFACE THAT IS NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES (WASTE CAN WITH LID) INSIDE UNISEX RESTROOMS. MUST PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN EACH UNISEX RESTROOM FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.

serious Employee Hygiene

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 9/11/2019 REPORT #2312135 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #51 (5-205.15) THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA IS SLOW DRAINING. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT THE SINK DRAINS PROPERLY. VIOLATION #57 (2-1...

minor Other

MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD DESCRIBING THE PROTOCOL FOR CHECKING PROOF OF VACCINATION IN PUBLIC PLACES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORDS FOR EMPLOYEE VACCINATION OR WEEKLY TESTING AS REQUIRED PER OSHA STANDARDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WRITTEN RECORD.

2019-09-26 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 7
critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CLEAN UP SUPPLY KIT TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL SUPPLIES LISTED ON YOUR CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP IN THE BASEMENT NEXT TO THE LAUNDRY AREA.

serious Employee Hygiene

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-205.15 THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA IS SLOW DRAINING. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT THE SINK DRAINS PROPERLY.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE WALL OF THE BASEMENT NEAR THE LAUNDRY AREA AND GREASE TRAP.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14 CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.

minor Documentation & Training

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

critical Pest Activity

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2312135 ON 9/11/19 NOT CORRECTED: 60 - 8-404.13(B:4): **PF** Enforcement by the Regulatory Authority (Non-Compliance) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2222916 ON 9/25/18 NOT C...

2019-09-24 Fail Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 4
critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CLEAN UP SUPPLY KIT TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL SUPPLIES LISTED ON YOUR CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14 CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.

minor Documentation & Training

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

critical Pest Activity

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2312135 ON 9/11/19 NOT CORRECTED: 36 - 4-302.12: **PF** Food Temperature Measuring Devices OBSERVED NO METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES TO TAKE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPER...

2019-09-11 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 14
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CLEAN UP SUPPLY KIT TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL SUPPLIES LISTED ON YOUR CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA INACCESSIBLE FOR USE. OBSERVED THE WATER BACKING UP IN THE SINK WHEN THE WATER IS RUNNING TO WASH HANDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE SINK SO THAT IT CAN BE USED PROPERLY. PR...

serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED HAM AT 51.8F, BEEF AT 50.9F, CHICKEN AT 44.6F, PORK AT 52.3F, AND EGGS AT 55F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 10# OF OF FOOD OWRTH $...

minor Food Temperature

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 49.3F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MEAT AND EGGS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

minor Food Temperature

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES TO TAKE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

minor Facility Condition

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER.

minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A CONTAINER OF SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.

serious Sanitation

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.

minor Documentation & Training

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

critical Pest Activity

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2222916 ON 9/25/18 NOT CORRECTED: 16 - 4-602.11(E)(4): OBSERVED SLIGHT DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. 38 - 6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD OR...

minor Other

SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED IN THE PUBLIC VIEW. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

2018-09-25 Pass w/ Conditions Complaint
CRITICAL 13
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-102.14(N): NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11: NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(E)(4): OBSERVED SLIGHT DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

serious Food Storage & Handling

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

3-501.17: MUST PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION OF REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-302.12: OBSERVED FOOD INSIDE THE COOLERS WITHOUT ANY LABELS. MUST PROVIDE.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-202.15: OBSERVED DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA WITH 1/2" GAP AT THE BOTTOM. MUST PROVIDE ALL ENTRYWAYS TO BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ORIENTAL COCKROACHES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREA.

minor Sanitation

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-102.11(A)(2): OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FOOD IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO STORE ALL FOOD.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ONTO THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYER, THE SHELVING IN THE REACH IN COOLERS, AND ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE GRILL. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN AREAS.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12(A): OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT/FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ONTO THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT AND ALONG ALL WALL BASES THROUGHOUT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.15: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS FLOOR MATS IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE FLOOR MATS TO BE A NON-POROUS, CORROSION-RESISTANT, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOMS EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367: MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

2018-03-23 Pass w/ Conditions Suspected Food Poisoning
5
serious Other

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

Upon inspection no one on site with the food sanitation when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served(cooked white rice, cooked beef)ect.violation serious 7-38-012

serious Other

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

Inspection report summary not displayed and visible to all customers serious violation 7-42-010B

serious Other

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED VIOLATION#45 FOODHANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

needs to label food in reach in cooler and walk in cooler. needs to use containers not paper bag.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

observed the cooking equipment covered in foil small range in kitchen area, and noticed towels cover food items, also noticed using plastic bags for food storage.

2017-06-27 Pass Canvass
8
minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

minor Sanitation

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

MUST INVERT MULTIUSER UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS IN DISH AREA,PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON REACH IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FRYER,RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET,FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLER,WOK STATION,ALL STORAGE RACKS IN PREP AREA.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN PREP AREA ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BASEMENT,

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.

minor Employee Hygiene

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH OPEN TOE SHOES.MUST PROVIDE ENCLOSED TOE SHOES.

minor Other

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

2016-10-28 Pass Canvass
4
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE REAR COOKING EQUIPMENT COVERED IN FOIL, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYER DOOR NOT CLEAN, ALSO REAR OVEN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER FRYER NOT CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER REAR STORAGE.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED WALL BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/REMOVE CAULK/RECAULK.

2016-05-10 Pass Canvass
5
minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED CARDBOARD ON REAR STORAGE SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. OBSERVED THE BASEMENT BOX FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR(LID HAS EXPOSED INSTULATION, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE...

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE REAR HANDSINK DRAINING SLOW, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CLUTTER IN REAR ELECTRICAL ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.

minor Documentation & Training

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. GIVEN COPY OF IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER INFO. AT THIS TIME.

2015-09-25 Pass Canvass
2
minor Chemical Safety

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. (FLOUR,SUGAR,ETC.)

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT BASEMENT BY GREASE TRAP. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

2014-04-16 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 10
critical Employee Hygiene

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF WITHOUT SOAP & TOWELS AT REAR PREP AREA HANDSINK & NO SOAP AT FRONT PREP AREA HANDSINK.SOAP & TOWELS ARE NOW PROVIDED.MUST PROVIDE & MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

serious Other

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED DISPLAYED & VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE & POST SUMMARY AT ALL TIMES TO BE VIEWED.A SUMMARY REPORT WILL BE GIVEN & POSTED TODAY. (SERIOUS 7-42-010B)

minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

minor Sanitation

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN 2- DOOR COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LID ON CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR.

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN GREASE FROM HOOD OF VENTILATION ,FOOD FROM INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT.

minor Sanitation

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT & IN BASEMENT.

minor Sanitation

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST SEAL OPENING IN BRICK WALL AT REAR DOOR.MUST REPAIR THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.

minor Sanitation

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT.

minor Facility Condition

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST REPLACE BROKE THERMOMETER IN 2- DOOR COOLER.

2013-05-16 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 5
critical Pest Activity

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED FOR NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK, DATED, 05/09/2013, PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PRESENTED TO ME AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, ONLY HAD 2 SHEETS OF PAPER WHICH INCLUDED INSIDE LOG BOOK AT THIS TIME, A PEST CONTR...

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST PROVIDE DATES AND LABELS ON ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST RESTRICT USING CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, MUST PROVIDE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MUST BETTER ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER

2013-05-09 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 5
critical Pest Activity

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL REPORTS, AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS THATS NEEDED INSIDE LOG BOOK, BUSINESS LICENSE, CHEMICALS USED, MAP, ETC., BASEMENT BACK DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF APPROX., 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF ...

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST PROVIDE DATES AND LABELS ON ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZER

minor Sanitation

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST RESTRICT USING CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, MUST PROVIDE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS

minor Sanitation

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MUST BETTER ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER

2012-10-18 Pass License
1
minor Plumbing & Waste

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Air gap not maintained at grease trap in basement. Instructed to elevate drainline at air gap.

100
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100
Yummy'S Grill
62
Taqueria LA Paz
76
Taqueria El Burrito Mexican Grill
46
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