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South China Kitchen Inc.

11631 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628

Restaurant ZIP 60628 Risk 1 (High)

Pass with Conditions · as of Sep 18, 2026

South China Kitchen Inc. was last inspected on September 18, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 1 violation.

Latest inspection

September 18, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection

Conditional

Result: Pass w/ Conditions

1 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

    Inspector’s note: FOUND NO HOT WATER PER CITY CODE. TEMPERATURES RANGED FROM 74.2-75.4F AT THE HAND-WASHING AND 3-COMP. SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT WATER PER CITY CODE (100.0F-110F OR HIGHER). PRIORITY 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED

    Official wording (code 50)

    Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspection history

38 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Found tcs foods at improper temperatures. 2 large boxes (approximately 40lbs valued at approximately $60) of cooked chicken at 68.6f-78.8f stored inside of the walk in cooler. Pic denatured and discarded of product. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Found raw/cooked tcs foods stored in plastic bags sitting in old chicken boxes inside the walk in cooler/freezer instructed to not reuse boxes and bags and store in food gradeable containers that can be properly washed, rinsed and sanitized. Product were discarded, see violation #33.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Found food handler in food prep area and handling food with no hair restraint. Instructed to have all in the food prep area wear a hair restraint. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found soiled wiping cloths stored on top of the prep table. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (sanitizer must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found water-stained and missing ceiling tiles in the food prep area. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Found the lighting in the toilet room to be very dim. Instructed to provide adequate lighting per city code and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Found the following core violations from report #2633594, dated 4/7/2026 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain: -37. Spices out of the original packaging in containers located by the wok cooking station. Instructed to label all spices that are out of the original packaging. -47. Cutting board on top of the prep cooler has deep, dark grooves and stains. Instructed to either sand or replace cutting board to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface. -47. Storage racks inside the walk in cooler with rust. Instructed to remove rust or replace racks. Must maintain a smooth, easily cleanable and rust-free surface. -55. Floors under the fryers, sinks, storage racks and coolers with a build up of grease, food, dirt, droppings and debris. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors. -walls and ceiling with grease, food, dirt and stains in the prep area.…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Spices out of the original packaging in containers located by the wok cooking station. Instructed to label all spices that are out of the original packaging.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Cutting board on top of the prep cooler has deep, dark grooves and stains. Instructed to either sand or replace cutting board to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Storage racks inside the walk in cooler with rust. Instructed to remove rust or replace racks. Must maintain a smooth, easily cleanable and rust-free surface.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors under the fryers, sinks, storage racks and coolers with a build up of grease, food, dirt, droppings and debris. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors. -walls and ceiling with grease, food, dirt and stains in the prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain walls and ceilings throughout. -

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Spices out of the original packaging in containers located by the wok cooking station. Instructed to label all spices that are out of the original packaging.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Rodent activity on the premises. Found 20 rodent droppings by the grease trap/under the 3-compartment sink; 20 under the rear storage rack; 10 on the meat grinder and 20 in the front under the storage rack. Pest control last service the premises on january 2, 2026. Instructed to remove all droppings, clean/sanitize all affected areas and contact pest control for assistance. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Fly strip attached to the conduits over the prep table in the prep area. Instructed to remove fly strips, clean/sanitize the affected areas and refrain from attaching/hanging fly strips in the food prep area. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Cutting board on top of the prep cooler has deep, dark grooves and stains. Instructed to either sand or replace cutting board to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Storage racks inside the walk in cooler with rust. Instructed to remove rust or replace racks. Must maintain a smooth, easily cleanable and rust-free surface.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: The interior of the fryers and oven with droppings, charred black substance, grease and food. Instructed to detail clean and maintain fryers and oven.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Storage racks above the 3-compartment sink, exterior of the cooking equipment and lower surface of the cabinets in the front with dirt, grease and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain all.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors under the fryers, sinks, storage racks and coolers with a build up of grease, food, dirt, droppings and debris. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors. -walls and ceiling with grease, food, dirt and stains in the prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain walls and ceilings throughout.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed spices out of the original packaging in containers located by the wok cooking station. Instructed to label all spices that are out of the original packaging.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed accumulated food and grease debris in between the prep cooler and the prep table. Observed accumulated food debris in the top loader of the prep cooler that is located across from the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed accumulated dirt food and grease debris under the wok cooking station and 3 compartment sink. Observed accumulated dirt debris under dry storage shelves. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food item six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed foil and cardboard used as liners on shelving units. Instructed manager to remove all foil and cardboard from shelving units to make surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ventilation fan in wasroom, food debris and grease buildup on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, walk-in cooler/freezer areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment, propane tanks, etc inside washroom. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for certified manager. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  7. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    10 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on sheving units under prep table, large pan under upright refrigerator, on floor around water heater and along walls in rear storage and washroom areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and santize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food item six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed single service utensils not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all utensils to protect lip contact surfaces from contamination.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed foil and cardboard used as liners on shelving units. Instructed manager to remove all foil and cardboard from shelving units to make surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease builudp and food debris on interior and exterior sufaces of coolers, freezers, prep tables, shelving units, cooking equipment, microwave , oven, toaster, bulk containers, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle inside washroom. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no self-closing device on washroom door. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ventilation fan in wasroom, food debris and grease buildup on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, walk-in cooler/freezer areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment, propane tanks, etc inside washroom. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for certified manager. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  8. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    10 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Front vestibul area in poor repair due to car accident. Correct walls, ceiling and windows. Area currently boarded up.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloth on counter when not in use. Instructed manager to have all wiping cloths in a clean sanitizing solution when not in use. Correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: New cutting boards needed at front prep area. Instructed manager to replace worn dark cutting boards.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn door gasket inside of the 2 door prep cooler. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up on storage racks in walk in cooler, surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed to detail clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior and exterior of the microwave not clean. Instructed to clean and maintain at all times

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup on cooking equipment, walls, surrounding floors and shelving units in the prep area. Instructed to degrease, clean and sanitize. Maintain clean at all times.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted the interior of the reach in coolers in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed some items for decoration on top of a reach in cooler that are in need of cleaning to remove large amounts of dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Hood vents in need of detail cleaning to remove all grease and dust build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  9. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  10. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Found employees in the food prep areas not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed manager to wear as well as the other employees, a hair restraint when in the food prep area. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Found the previous core violations from report #2549625 (reinspection of report #2549302 on 02/02/2022) dated 02/09/2022 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed manager to correct and maintain: #37-observed bulk containers not properly labeled. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food. #39-observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor. #41-observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses. #47-observed cardboard used as liners on shelving units. Instructed manager to remove. All food and non-food contact surfaces shall be smooth and easily cleanable. #47-observed open food stored in grocery bags inside prep cooler, walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to properly store…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  11. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    10 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not properly labeled. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed open food stored in grocery bags inside prep cooler, walk-in cooler and walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to properly store in food grade bags or containers.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard used as liners on shelving units. Instructed manager to remove. All food and non-food contact surfaces shall be smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, coolers, freezers, prep tables, holding units, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking cold water faucet on hand washing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, utility and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate lighting and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager on duty. All certified managers must provide valid allergen training..

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  12. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical13 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed four dozen raw eggs stored at improper temperature 54.5f on prep table. Instructed manager to discard. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during storage, preparation, display, and service. Priority 7-38-005 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers not properly labeled. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 150 mice droppings scattered on floor in washroom, on electrical outlets, on grease trap, on bottom of prep tables, on shelving units in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard used as liners on shelving units. Instructed manager to remove. All food and non-food contact surfaces shall be smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed open cooked food stored in grocery bags inside prep cooler. Instructed manager to properly store in food grade bags or containers.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, coolers, freezers, prep tables, holding units, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking cold water faucet on hand washing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, utility and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop heads not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate lighting and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFood handling

      Miscellaneous public health order.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no mask required signage inside establishment. Instructed manager to post at least one location inside the business and visible informing customers that masks are required to be worn indoors regardless of vaccination status. Public health order 2-112-340

      Official wording (code 64)

      Miscellaneous / public health orders

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager on duty. All certified managers must provide valid allergen training..

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food contact shelves in coolers not clean of debris. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  14. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to maintain properly working thermometers inside all coolers.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to clean all storage shelving,and interior of coolers and freezers to remove spills and debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning through out to remove spills, debris and grease.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  15. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE PREP COOLER SUCH AS 3lbs OF COOKED DICE CHICKEN AT 50.4F, 3lbs OF SLICE CHICKEN AT 59.2F, 10lbs OF SHRIMPS AT 50.0F AND 4lbs OF BEEF AT 59.0F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURE FOOD ITEM: COST- $250 AT 20lbs. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the prep cooler in poor repair which holds tcs foods such as chicken,beef and shrimps. Observed the interior air temp at 55.6f. Instructed manager to remove all food and discontinue use until it can maintain and hold the proper temp at 41f or below. Prep cooler was tagged/held for inspection. Priority citation issued #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to maintain properly working thermometers.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to clean all storage shelving,and interior of coolers and freezers to remove spills and debris.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning through out to remove spills, debris and grease.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a few precooked and prepared food items not properly labeled. Must provide prepared date and use by date.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the cutting board with dark groves. Must replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the walk in cooler (shelves, floors, wall and rolling racks).

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the hand sink and fixtures to remove debris.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the floors through out premises especially along the wall base and in corners to remove spills, debris and/or grease.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters above the cooking equipment to remove grease and dust.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  17. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Procedure provide. However all necessary supplies not provided. Must provide disposable mop, apron,face mask and appropicate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of prep cooler handles of coolers doors, gaskets on coolers and handles of handwashing sinks not clean of debris. Instructed to detail clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food storage containers,( peanuts, etc) not in original containers not label with common name. Must install label on any dry foods not in original containers.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed rear back door not rodent proofed at bottom of door. Instructed to reapir.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Any washroom used by females must have a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Must install.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  18. Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical6 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean up policy for vomiting or diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and procedures. Priority foundation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to post hand washing sign.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk container of sugar not labeled under rear prep table. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris, grease buildup and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of ice machine, fryer cabinets, shelving units, prep tables, cooking equipment, sinks, steam tables, etc

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed faucet leaking at 3-compartment and 1-compartment sinks. Instructed manager to repair leaking faucets on sinks

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: : observed stained ceiling tiles in prep area, and peeling paint on walls in prep, storage, and washroom areas. Instructed manager to replace stained ceiling tiles and repair walls.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt, food debris and grease buildup on floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all floors

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: : observed no food handler training available for employees. All employees must provide food handler training

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training available. All certified managers must provide allergen training

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  19. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no clean up policy for vomiting or diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and procedures. Priority foundation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in prep area. Instructed manager to post hand washing sign.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed certified manager washing multi-use bowl, strainer, and ladle in 3-compartment sink with no sanitizer and 3-compartment sink not set up. Instructed manager to properly set up 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize food equipment and utensils. Priority citation issued 7-38-025

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk container of sugar not labeled under rear prep table. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit available. Instructed manager to provide chemical test kit for proper sanitizer concentration in 3-compartment sink. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris, grease buildup and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of ice machine, fryer cabinets, shelving units, prep tables, cooking equipment, sinks, steam tables, etc

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed faucet leaking at 3-compartment and 1-compartment sinks. Instructed manager to repair leaking faucets on sinks.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles in prep area, and peeling paint on walls in prep, storage, and washroom areas. Instructed manager to replace stained ceiling tiles and repair walls.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt, food debris and grease buildup on floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all floors.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training available for employees. All employees must provide food handler training.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training available. All certified managers must provide allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Dry food storage bins not labeled. Must install.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling vent in washroom not clean of debris. Also lower walls around mop sink. Must clean/maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: No adequate lighting in walk in freezer or in prep area. Must provide adequate lighting.

  21. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Storage shelves inside of the walk in cooler not clean of debris. Must clean all shelves and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior walls inside of the walk in cooler not clean,and the door to employees washroom not clean of debris,and the wall area around the door behind prep table accross from the mop sink.must clean both areas and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Missing light shield in prep area.must install.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the faucet at 3- compartment sink leaky.must repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste can in the washroom and in prep area not clean/maintain.must clean or replace.

  22. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler washing soiled cutting board used for cutting raw chicken in third compartment of 3-compartment sink with running water, a soiled scrubber and no sanitizer. Another employee washing soiled cutting board used for slicing fruit for smoothies in exposed sink with no soap or sanitizer. Informed manager exposed sink is for hand washing only. Instructed manager to properly set up 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize food equipment and utensils. Critical violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of ice machine, fryers, cooking equipment, prep tables, shelves under steam tables, coolers, and freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and washroom areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Clean light shields in prep and storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shield above exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide adequate, accurate, and calibrated metal stem thermometers for taking proper internal temperatures.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding. Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler, freezer, and storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use.

  23. Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violations from report #1561894, dated 08/05/2015 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct/maintain the following: 29: 33-instructed to clean and maintain the following: the racks inside the walk in cooler. The bulk ingredient containers. The rubber gaskets on the reach in coolers. The interior of the cooking equipment. The prep tables, and the faucets on the exposed hand washing sink. 34-instructed to clean and maintain the floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment. 35-instructed to replace all water stained ceiling tiles in the prep area. 41-instructed to hang all mops up to dry when not in use critical violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Corrected. Garbage area maintained.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: See violation #14.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the racks in the prep area above the 3-compartment sink and in the rear storage area behind the walk in cooler and by the rear door. Clean the exterior of the grease trap, the faucet on the washbowl in the toilet room and top surface of the hot water tank. Maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the walls, vents, pipes/conduits, ventilation hood and ceiling around all sinks, behind the cooking equipment and coolers. Remove all thick dirt/dust, food and grease build up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Found openings/cracks in the walls behind the sinks, cooking equipment, hot water tank and shelves. Instructed to seal all openings/cracks in the walls throughout the prep and rear area. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix the leak at the pipe under the washbowl in the toilet room and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to store all wash cloths in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm)when not in use. Must store ice scoop in a sanitize bin or handle up in the ice.

  24. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Found 6 live roaches (big and small) along the walls of the exposed hand washing and 3-compartment sink. Instructed to eliminate roaches, clean the affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for assistance. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Found the outside garbage area not maintained, debris on the ground around the container and a foul odor detected. Instructed to clean and maintain the area. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Found minor violations from report #1532217 dated march 24, 2015 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed to correct and maintain: 32-instructed to sand or replace the cutting boards with the deep, dark grooves. Must be smooth and easily cleanable. 33-instructed to clean and maintain the following: the racks inside the walk in cooler. The bulk ingredient containers. The rubber gaskets on the reach in coolers. The interior of the cooking equipment. The prep tables, and the faucets on the exposed hand washing sink. 34-instructed to clean and maintain the floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment. 35-instructed to replace all water stained ceiling tiles in the prep area. 41-instructed to hang all mops up to dry when not in use. Serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the racks in the prep area above the 3-compartment sink and in the rear storage area behind the walk in cooler and by the rear door. Clean the exterior of the grease trap, the faucet on the washbowl in the toilet room and top surface of the hot water tank. Maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the walls, vents, pipes/conduits, ventilation hood and ceiling around all sinks, behind the cooking equipment and coolers. Remove all thick dirt/dust, food and grease build up.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Found openings/cracks in the walls behind the sinks, cooking equipment, hot water tank and shelves. Instructed to seal all openings/cracks in the walls throughout the prep and rear area. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix the leak at the pipe under the washbowl in the toilet room and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to store all wash cloths in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm)when not in use. Must store ice scoop in a sanitize bin or handle up in the ice.

  25. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to sand or replace the cutting boards with the deep, dark grooves. Must be smooth and easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: the racks inside the walk in cooler. The bulk ingredient containers. The rubber gaskets on the reach in coolers. The interior of the cooking equipment. The prep tables, and the faucets on the exposed hand washing sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace all water stained ceiling tiles in the prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to hang all mops up to dry when not in use.

  26. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food containers in rear prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Replace some missing ceiling tiles in the prep area near stove

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside all prep coolers and refrigerator unit in prep area

  27. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from report#138754 date 07-02-2014(32) must provide a splash guard at the exposed handsink next to the 3 compatment sink in the prep area,instructed to correct violation,serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food containers in rear prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Replace some missing ceiling tiles in the prep area near stove

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside all prep coolers and refrigerator unit in prep area

  28. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at the exposed handsink next to the 3 compartment sink in the prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove of grease build-up and tne bottom compartment of deep fryers,instructed to clean and maintain area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the floors behind all heavy equipment in the prep area,especially behind the stove,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove clutter from underneath the prep tables,to prevent rodent harborage

  29. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at the exposed handsink next to the 3 compartment sink in the prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove of grease build-up and tne bottom compartment of deep fryers,instructed to clean and maintain area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the floors behind all heavy equipment in the prep area,especially behind the stove,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove clutter from underneath the prep tables,to prevent rodent harborage

  30. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ice machine,to have black slimy substance inside the machine where the ice is being made,serious violation 7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard at the exposed handsink next to the 3 compartment sink in the prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove of grease build-up and tne bottom compartment of deep fryers,instructed to clean and maintain area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the floors behind all heavy equipment in the prep area,especially behind the stove,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove clutter from underneath the prep tables,to prevent rodent harborage

  31. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Seal openings around pipe fittings under sink in washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store ice scoop in separate container to prevent bare hand contact.

  32. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    9 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Label all bulk containers in storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of ice machine, prep tables, coolers, freezers, sinks, cooking equipment, shelving units.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under cooking equipment, coolers, freezers, prep tables, shelving units, 3-comp sink, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage and washroom areas. Elevate all stock off floor under 3-comp sink and storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing ceiling tiles in washroom. Replace missing outlet cover on west wall near kitchen entrance. Install splash guard between exposed sink and prep table.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Install self-closing device on washroom door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-comp sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove all unused equipment and organize washroom and rear storage areas. Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store all wash cloths in sanitizing solution.

  33. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING-ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,STORAGE SHELVES,HOOD ABOVE COOKING LINE,INTERIOR OF SINKS,COOLERS,UNDER PREP TABLES AND REMOVE ALL GREASE DUST SPIDER WEBB AND FOOD DEBRIS.MUST ALSO CLEAN ALL ATTACHED LEGS,WHEELS,HANDLES,PIPES,CORDS.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVING RACKS,UNDER SINKS AND UNDER COOKLINE.MUST REMOVE ALL FOOD DEBRIS AND STANDING WATER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: 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.OBSERVED SEVERAL EMPTY/GREASE CONTAINERS STORED ON GROUND IN REAR OF BUILDING.MUST REMOVE CONTAINERS AND OTHER DEBRIS FROM AREA.

  34. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: Toilet facilities in poor repair. Oberved toilet in employee washroom flushing very slowly preventing the proper disposal of waste. Must repair so that toilet flushes properly. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the following: all cooking equipment,storage shelves,hood above cookline,interior of sinks,coolers,under prep tables and remove all grease,dust,spider webbs and food debris. Must also clean all attached legs,wheels,handles,pipes and cords. Must clean interior of the ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors under shelving racks,under sinks and under cookline. Must remove all food debris,grease and standing water.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean walls throughout prep area. Must replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout premsies.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a self closing device at the washroom door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed several empty grease containers stored on ground in rear of building. Must remove containers and all other debris from area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a sanitary container to store ice dispensing utensils.

  35. Pass

    Tag Removal · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Correct By: Friday, July 08, 2011 Violation Codes: Inspector Comments: FOUND SHELVING UNITS NOT CLEAN ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

  36. Conditional

    Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Found walk in cooler at improper cold holding temperatures. 57.3f critical violation. Citation issued.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES: 10 POUNDS RAW SHRIMP AT 51.2F, 20POUNDS EGGROLLS AT 49.3F, 15POUNDS RAW CHICKEN AT 51.2F, 20POUNDS CRAB RANGOON AT 51.1F, AND 10 POUNDS BEEF AT 51.8F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DISPOSE OF 75 POUNDS FOOD. MONETARY VALUE 300.OO DOLLARS. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found shelving units not clean above 3 compartment sink.

  37. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS (EGG ROLL, COOKED CHICKEN). IN COOLERS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: 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. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.