SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

NEW CHINA STATION.

BEAT. 28/100

2411 W NORTH AVE · LOGAN SQUARE, CHICAGO

Last inspected April 28, 2022 · passed

Failed 6 of 13 inspections. 13 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
13
6 passed · 1 w/ conditions · 6 failed
VIOLATIONS
71
includes 13 critical
RECORDS COVER
5 YEARS
since Jan 2017

INSPECTION HISTORY

APR 28
2022
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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 18
2022
FAILED
12 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

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.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

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.

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED

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.

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

OBSERVED COOKED EGGROLLS STORED INSIDE OF A CARDBOARD BOX. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD IN PROPER FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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

OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE DOORS TO THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE WAS OBSERVED IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH AN EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF VALID CERTIFICATE.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

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.

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

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 22
2021
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

PREP HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES.

OCT 26
2020
PASSED
0 violations
OCT 19
2020
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED LARGE TRASH CAN-STYLE CONTAINER HOLDING RICE UNLABELED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BROKEN AND STAINED CEILING PANELS ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

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 29
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

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

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

MINOROther
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CARRYUT CONTAINERS AND LIDS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

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.

SERIOUSSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.

OCT 22
2019
FAILED
13 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

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

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

MINOROther
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL CARRYUT CONTAINERS AND LIDS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

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.

SERIOUSSanitation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

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

SERIOUSSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

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.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.

MAR 8
2018
PASSED
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

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.

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

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 26
2018
FAILED
4 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

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.

MINORFacility Condition
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Observed a missing light shield in the kitchen above the prep tables. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.

CRITICALPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

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.

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

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 24
2018
PASSED
0 violations
JAN 18
2018
FAILED
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPlumbing & Waste
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW

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.

CRITICALPest Activity
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Observed multiple water stained ceiling tiles throughout prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed the left faucet at the three compartment sink to be leaking at the base and handles. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

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

Observed food handlers working without proper hair restraints. Instructed to correct and maintain.

JAN 9
2018
FAILED
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Observed multiple water stained ceiling tiles throughout prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed the left faucet at the three compartment sink to be leaking at the base and handles. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

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

Observed food handlers working without proper hair restraints. Instructed to correct and maintain.

JAN 4
2017
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

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.

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

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.

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

OBSERVED GRASE BUILD UP ON WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS NEEDED INSIDE FOOD PREP COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR OUTSIDE PATIO. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.

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