NEW CHINA STATION.
2411 W NORTH AVE · LOGAN SQUARE, CHICAGO
Failed 6 of 13 inspections. 13 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTION HISTORY
APR 282022PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
4-501.11 OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE DOORS TO THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS.
4-602.13 CLEAN THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA: PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES, EXCESSIVE GREASE AROUND AND ON TOP OF THE WOK STATION, SMOKER UNIT, BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, AND DEEP FRYERS EXTERIOR.
APR 182022FAILED12 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL EVENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED CROSS CONTAMINATION OF COOKED FOODS AND RAW VEGETABLES DURING STORAGE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN, CRAB RANGOON AND RAW CUT VEGETABLES (CARROT, GREEN ONIONS AND PEPPERS) STORED IN BOXES THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY USED TO STORE RAW CHICKEN FROM THE SUPPLIER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE ANY FOOD IN BOXES THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY USED TO STORE RAW CHICKEN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED COOKED EGGROLLS STORED INSIDE OF A CARDBOARD BOX. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD IN PROPER FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE DOORS TO THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS.
CLEAN THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA: PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES, EXCESSIVE GREASE AROUND AND ON TOP OF THE WOK STATION, SMOKER UNIT, BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, AND DEEP FRYERS EXTERIOR.
NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE WAS OBSERVED IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH AN EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF VALID CERTIFICATE.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2500578 ON 4/22/21 NOT CORRECTED: 51 - PREP HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK. 55 - OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
APR 222021PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
PREP HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
OCT 192020FAILED7 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED LARGE TRASH CAN-STYLE CONTAINER HOLDING RICE UNLABELED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
OBSERVED BROKEN AND STAINED CEILING PANELS ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORD THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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OCT 292019PASS W/ CONDITIONS8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
OBSERVED A VARIETY OF FOOD NOT LABELED AND DATED IN WALK-IN COOLER. ALL REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH DATE BY WHICH FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, CONSUMED, OR DISCARDED WITH A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CARRYUT CONTAINERS AND LIDS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS IN STORAGE AREA AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, FAN GUARDS IN WALK-IN COOLERS, BULK CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
OCT 222019FAILED13 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
OBSERVED A VARIETY OF FOOD NOT LABELED AND DATED IN WALK-IN COOLER. ALL REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH DATE BY WHICH FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, CONSUMED, OR DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CARRYUT CONTAINERS AND LIDS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS IN STORAGE AREA AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL SANITIZING TEST KIT AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, FAN GUARDS IN WALK-IN COOLERS, BULK CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
MAR 82018PASSED2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
Observed the three compartment sink to be slow draining. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed a sewage-like smell in the kitchen. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.
Observed the outside rear of facility to be cluttered- observed debris from apartment construction/move in and unused items (refrigerators, tool boxes, etc). Instructed facility to remove all items from rear to help prevent possible pest harborage and to maintain.
FEB 262018FAILED4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Observed 5 rat droppings under the rear storage shelves, 5 rat droppings on the shelf under the prep table with large bins of sealed ingredients in the kitchen, and 15 droppings at the front counter area. Instructed facility to remove any pests and evidence and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
Observed a missing light shield in the kitchen above the prep tables. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
Observed the three compartment sink to be slow draining. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed a sewage-like smell in the kitchen. Instructed facility to correct and maintain.
Observed the outside rear of facility to be cluttered- observed debris from apartment construction/move in and unused items (refrigerators, tool boxes, etc). Instructed facility to remove all items from rear to help prevent possible pest harborage and to maintain.
JAN 182018FAILED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Observed the three compartment sink waste water pipes not maintained- found the waste water pipe leading to the grease trap cut open at the south end causing waste water to flow onto floor. Instructed facility that sewage and/or waste water must be properly disposed of at all times. Plumber on site repaired and capped end and water now releases properly. Critical violation 7-38-030.
Previous serious violations not corrected from report # 2130116, dated 1-9-18: Violation 18- "Found rat droppings on site: 25 in the rear furnace closet, 15 in the rear storage area, and 20 in the food prep area. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service." Violation 29- "Violation 41- " OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR OUTSIDE PATIO. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE." Instructed facility to correct all and maintain." CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090
Observed torn refrigeration gaskets on the tall 2 door refrigerator in the prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed food items stored in plastic grocery bags. Instructed facility to only store food items in food grade materials and to maintain.
Observed the top of the cook line grease trap to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris and grease on cooking equipment and shelving throughout. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
Observed gaps in the floor along the wall bases throughout entire facility. Instructed facility to seal all gaps and maintain. Observed items stored on floors in the rear storage area. Instructed facility to elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor and maintain to facilitate proper cleaning methods.
Observed multiple water stained ceiling tiles throughout prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
Observed the left faucet at the three compartment sink to be leaking at the base and handles. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
Observed food handlers working without proper hair restraints. Instructed to correct and maintain.
JAN 92018FAILED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Found rat droppings on site: 25 in the rear furnace closet, 15 in the rear storage area, and 20 in the food prep area. Instructed facility to remove all pests, clean affected areas, and maintain. Recommended to contact a licensed pest control provider for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
Previous minor violations not corrected from report# 1978860, dated 1-4-17: Violation 34- "OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLBASE THROUGHOUT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN." Violation 35- "OBSERVED GRASE BUILD UP ON WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN." and Violation 41- " OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR OUTSIDE PATIO. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE." Instructed facility to correct all and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.
Observed torn refrigeration gaskets on the tall 2 door refrigerator in the prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed food items stored in plastic grocery bags. Instructed facility to only store food items in food grade materials and to maintain.
Observed the top of the cook line grease trap to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and debris and grease on cooking equipment and shelving throughout. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
Observed gaps in the floor along the wall bases throughout entire facility. Instructed facility to seal all gaps and maintain. Observed items stored on floors in the rear storage area. Instructed facility to elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor and maintain to facilitate proper cleaning methods.
Observed multiple water stained ceiling tiles throughout prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
Observed the left faucet at the three compartment sink to be leaking at the base and handles. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
Observed food handlers working without proper hair restraints. Instructed to correct and maintain.
JAN 42017PASSED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS INSIDE PREP COOLERS AND WALK-IN COOLER. MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLBASE THROUGHOUT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A FEW BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT DINING AREA AND REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA BY REAR RECEIVING DOOR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED GRASE BUILD UP ON WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS NEEDED INSIDE FOOD PREP COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR OUTSIDE PATIO. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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