New Furama Seafood Restaurant

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

Inspector’s note: Observed alluminum foil lining the bottom shelf of prep table in rear food service area baking section. Instructed to remove, clean and maintain area.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of food stains and dirt on the reach in cooling units in the rear food service area. Instructed to clean and maintain all as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect feeding and harboring.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed badly stained and sinking in ceiling tiles in the rear dry storage area. Instructed to repair and maintain all.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the lower wall behind the standing mixer in the rear food service area next to the dry storage room badly damaged exposing the inside of the wall. Instructed to repair and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and or insects from entering, feeding and harboring.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of grease on the hood ventilation filters over the deep frter station. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed rear walk in freezer with broken external thermometer. Instructed person in charge to repair/or replace.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed all kitchen and tableware improperly stored. Instructed person in charge that all kitchen and tableware, pots and pans must be stored inverted.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed cardoard on shelving throughout 2nd and 3rd floor prep areas on shelving. Instructed person in charge to remove all cardboard/and or paper coverings from shelves to maintain shelving smooth and easily cleanable.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive accumulated grease debris in between and inside of the fryers. Observed dirt debris on the fans inside of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed accumulated food debris on the gaskets of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed food and grease debris around the wok stations. O observed the interior of the aquatic tanks with an accumulated black substance. Instructed to clean all. Observed excessive rust inside of the walk-in cooler on the walls and the shelves of the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove rust or replace shelves and wall panels in the walk-in cooler.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease, food spills, and grime on walls and floors throughout the prep areas. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Observed rear walk in freezer with broken external thermometer. Instructed person in charge to repair/or replace.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 20 live roaches inside prep table crevice in middle prep room near wok station, observed approximately 20 mouse droppings in dry storage room. Instructed person in charge to remove all roaches as well as mouse dropping and abate all live activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed dead roaches on tables, floors, and equipment throughout prep area. Instructed person in charge to remove all dead roaches, sanitize all areas and maintain.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed all kitchen and tableware improperly stored. Instructed person in charge that all kitchen and tableware, pots and pans must be stored inverted.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed cardoard on shelving throughout 2nd and 3rd floor prep areas on shelving. Instructed person in charge to remove all cardboard/and or paper coverings from shelves to maintain shelving smooth and easily cleanable.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive accumulated grease debris in between and inside of the fryers. Observed dirt debris on the fans inside of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed accumulated food debris on the gaskets of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed food and grease debris around the wok stations. O observed the interior of the aquatic tanks with an accumulated black substance. Instructed to clean all. Observed excessive rust inside of the walk-in cooler on the walls and the shelves of the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove rust or replace shelves and wall panels in the walk-in cooler.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease, food spills, and grime on walls and floors throughout the prep areas. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Found some bulk storage containers in kitchen not labeled as required; instructed to label containers with name of product inside.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed some grocery bags being used for storage in the walk-in freezer on the kitchen side; instructed to replace with food grade bags.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the interior bottom of the fryers in the kitchen to remove grease. Instructed to clean the shelves in the walk-in cooler in the dim sum prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: The employee washroom door in the kitchen is not self closing; instructed to repair or replace the self closing device attached to the door.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease on the floor under the fryers; instructed to clean. Clean floor under other equipment in kitchen where needed. Clean ceiling vents in kitchen where needed.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed some water stained ceiling tile in kitchen; replace tile where needed.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed light build up on vents in hooded system above cooking equipment; instructed to clean vents where needed.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed 5 carts with bus tubs of dirty dishes from days prior stacked left with food and uncovered. Possible insect harborage all multi use utensils (dishes) must be washed not left for days in bus tubs. Instructed to correct and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Large can opener in need of cleaning to remove all build up to the blade. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: All worn discolored with deep cuts in need of replacing. Instructed to correct and maintain.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: See violation #59

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: See violation #59

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

Inspector’s note: See violation #60

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 4-5 live roaches at dish machine and above the ice machine. Observed many dead roaches as well. Instructed manager to contact pest control for service. Clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed 5 carts with bus tubs of dirty dishes from days prior stacked left with food and uncovered. Possible insect harborage all multi use utensils (dishes) must be washed not left for days in bus tubs. Instructed to correct and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: All worn discolored with deep cuts in need of replacing. Instructed to correct and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Large can opener in need of cleaning to remove all build up to the blade. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: See violation #60

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: See violation #60

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

Inspector’s note: See violation #60

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Outside grease container with grease enrusted to the top and around container. Instructed manager to clean and maintain clean. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) citation issued

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed the stairway filled with garbage from the weekend piling up waiting until monday to be removed and discarded. The amount of boxes and garbage making the stairway impossible to maneuver and a rodent harborage. Instructed to discontinue this habit and take garbage out regularly.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: See violation #60

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from 12-8-21 report #2545268 the following noted: #10 6-301.14 observed hand washing signs are needed at all of the hand washing sinks located in the food prep area, bar, and in all toilet rooms. Instructed to provide. #37 3-302.12 observed no common name labels on the dry storage containers located by the dish machine. Instructed to provide. #45 4-502.13 observed foods being stored inside of grocery bags inside of the reach-in freezers. Instructed to only store all foods inside food-grade bags or food-grade containers #49 4-601.11(c) observed excessive accumulated grease debris in between and inside of the fryers. Observed dirt debris on the fans inside of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed accumulated food debris on the gaskets of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed food and grease debris around the wok stations. O observed the interior of the…

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

Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed no common name labels on the dry storage containers located by the dish machine. Instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed foods being stored inside of grocery bags inside of the reach-in freezers. Instructed to only store all foods inside food-grade bags or food-grade containers.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed excessive accumulated grease debris in between and inside of the fryers. Observed dirt debris on the fans inside of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed accumulated food debris on the gaskets of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed food and grease debris around the wok stations. O observed the interior of the aquatic tanks with an accumulated black substance. Instructed to clean all. Observed excessive rust inside of the walk-in cooler on the walls and the shelves of the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove rust or replace shelves and wall panels in the walk-in cooler.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the backflow prevention device on the ice machine in the food prep area next to the aquatic tanks. Instructed to locate or provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed uneven floor surfaces in the electrical room, in the walk-in cooler, and by the dishwashing area. Observed the wall is detached by the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable. 6-501.114 observed items (frozen food boxes, dirt dishes) being stored on the floor in the walk in freezer and by the dish washing area. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches. 6-501.12 observed excessive accumulated grease and dirt debris under the fryers and under the wok station/cooking equipment areas. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: 4-302.12 observed no metal stem thermometer on-site to take temperatures of cold and hot foods. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

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

Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed no common name labels on the dry storage containers located by the dish machine. Instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 5 live roached around the high temperature dish machine and two live roaches around the refrigeration units. Instructed to eliminate live insect activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.13 observed the facility setting their insect fly, roach, and rodent traps throughout various areas of the food prep area, bar, and customer dining area. Instructed manager to remove and only allow pest control to set all pests traps.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed foods being stored inside of grocery bags inside of the reach-in freezers. Instructed to only store all foods inside food-grade bags or food-grade containers.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed excessive accumulated grease debris in between and inside of the fryers. Observed dirt debris on the fans inside of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed accumulated food debris on the gaskets of the 2 door refrigerators. Observed food and grease debris around the wok stations. O observed the interior of the aquatic tanks with an accumulated black substance. Instructed to clean all. Observed excessive rust inside of the walk-in cooler on the walls and the shelves of the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove rust or replace shelves and wall panels in the walk-in cooler.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the backflow prevention device on the ice machine in the food prep area next to the aquatic tanks. Instructed to locate or provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: 5-501.15 observed outside grease dumpster lid not tight fitting. Instructed to always maintain all outside dumpster lids, lids must be tight fitting at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(b).

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed uneven floor surfaces in the electrical room, in the walk-in cooler, and by the dishwashing area. Observed the wall is detached by the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed items (frozen food boxes, dirt dishes) being stored on the floor in the walk in freezer and by the dish washing area. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed excessive accumulated grease and dirt debris under the fryers and under the wok station/cooking equipment areas. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Instructed the pic to provide thermometers for measuring hot and cold food temps. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Found one urinal in the mens washroom on the third floor in poor repair; repair urinal.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed floors need detail cleaning under cooking equipment, storage area and under sinks and dishmachines; clean and maintain. 6-501.11 observed some water stained and water damaged ceiling tiles on the third floor in the dishwashing area; replace where needed. 6-501.12 observed some ceiling vents in the kitchen area not clean; clean vents to remove dust observed. Observed the walls underneath the dishmachine on the third floor in need of detail cleaning to remove a mold like substance; clean sanitize and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Instructed the pic to provide thermometers for measuring hot and cold food temps. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

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

Inspector’s note: Found food storage containers not labeled as required; instructed to label all bulk food storage containers with the name of the product on the inside of the container.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rodent activity on premises. Found 90 rodent droppings on premises in the following areas: kitchen storage room, on floor behind cooking equipment, in electrical room on the floor, on the floor by the bar and on the third floor underneath the dishmachine and storage shelves. Instructed to clean all affected areas and have pest control company service prior to reinspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) issued.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the following equipment in need of cleaning: exterior surfaces of bulk storage containers, interior of freezers in dim sum prep area, fan covers inside of walk-in cooler in dim sum prep area, bottom of fryers to remove heavy grease build up. Clean and maintain all.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Found one urinal in the mens washroom on the third floor in poor repair; repair urinal.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed floors need detail cleaning under cooking equipment, storage area and under sinks and dishmachines; clean and maintain. 6-501.11 observed some water stained and water damaged ceiling tiles on the third floor in the dishwashing area; replace where needed. 6-501.12 observed some ceiling vents in the kitchen area not clean; clean vents to remove dust observed. Observed the walls underneath the dishmachine on the third floor in need of detail cleaning to remove a mold like substance; clean sanitize and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide food grade containers and wrap to store food products-remove plastic bags and cloth covering.

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

Inspector’s note: Shelves inside walk-in coolers not clean, rust and encrusted food build-up, instructred to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean floor in walk-in cooler(s)/freezer and under shelves in dry food storage area.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace water damaged/missing ceiling tiles in dry food storage area and where necessary in prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Light shield missing at ceiling at deep fryer station. Must provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Remove clutter in electrical room, organize and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: The door on the right side of the two door cooler in the dim sum area has a loose rubber gasket; replace gasket on door. (unit at proper temperature at this time). Clean interior of same cooler.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: blade of can opener at prep table in the kitchen, exterior surfaces of cooking equipment in kitchen to remove grease and food partickes, clean interior bottom of fryers to remove grease, clean or replace shelves inside of walk-in cooler that are rusted.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean floors under around and behind cooking equipment in kitchen to remove food particles and grease, elevate some foods from floor in walk in cooler and freezer, clean all floor drains where needed throughout kitchen, some standing water on floor underneath the dishmachine; clean floor to remove standing water observed.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean the walls around and behind cooking equipment in kitchen, some ceiling tile in rear of kitchen peeling; replace tile where needed.

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

Inspector’s note: The faucet knob for the cold water at the one comp sink is missing; replace knob for sink. The interior of the utility sink is dirty; clean interior of sink to remove heavy build up of dirt.

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

Inspector’s note: Grocery bags used for food storage in coolers and freezers, instructed to discontinue.

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

Inspector’s note: Shelves inside walk-in coolers not clean, rust and dirt build-up, instructred to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Several ceiling light fixures missing shields, instructed to install.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain can opener and meat slicer on prep tables.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: exterior surfaces of some cooking equipment, interior bottoms of fryers to remove grease, bottoms of prep tables where rusty, rusty shelves inside of walk-in coolers, exterior of bulk storage containers with salt and msg. Repair loose rubber gasket at two door cooler in dim sum area. Clean underneath all prep tables and table at dishmachine to remove sticky residue and lime build up.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning under cooking equipment and on third floor under dishmachine and two comp sink. Rusty floor observed in walk in cooler where lobster tank located; paint or repair floor.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean walls around dishmachines. Clean vents above dim sum steamers in hooded area. Clean fan covers to remove dust observed in dim sum walk-in unit. Provide a cover for the ventilation fan in the employee washroom in the kitchen. Replace all water stained ceiling tile where needed on 2nd and 3rd floor. Some light dust on ceiling tiles in the dining area by ceiling vents; remove dust.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed some lights in the kitchen without shields; provide shields where needed.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed wet mops inside of mop sink; recommended installing a mop rack to hang mops.

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

Inspector’s note: New shelves needed in both walk in coolers. Must replace and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Interior of reach in freezer, interior of walk in cooler, all cooking equipment, and prep tables. In need of cleaning to remove all build up. Must clean and maintain at all times

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

Inspector’s note: Floors under cooking equipment in 2nd floor prep area, floors in 3rd floor prep area in need of cleaning to remove all build up, must clean to remove all builkd up and water. Must clean and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Coving missing or in poor repair in various areas. Holes in baseboards in need of repair. Must correct and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Light sheild in rear storage area needed. Must replace and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: New shelves needed in both walk in coolers. Must replace and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Interior of reach in freezer, interior of walk in cooler, all cooking equipment, and prep tables. In need of cleaning to remove all build up. Must clean and maintain at all times

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

Inspector’s note: Floors under cooking equipment in 2nd floor prep area, floors in 3rd floor prep area in need of cleaning to remove all build up, must clean to remove all builkd up and water. Must clean and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Coving missing or in poor repair in various areas. Holes in baseboards in need of repair. Must correct and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Light sheild in rear storage area needed. Must replace and maintain at all times.

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago sanitation manager on premises while handling potentially hazardous food.(handles raw beef, chicken,etc.)also, found no city of chicago sanitation manger certificate posted. Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Found interior of walk in coolers not clean.

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

Inspector’s note: Found floors not clean behind reach in coolers across wok areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Found hood filter not clean.

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

Inspector’s note: Found containers/pots not stored properly.(on floors/not inverted). Must store containers/pots on shelving units inverted.

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

Inspector’s note: Found exterior of dishmachine, tables, and shelving units not clean. Must wipe down/sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: Found floors not clean at kitchen areas. (under equipment)

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

Inspector’s note: Found missing light shields at fixtures main kitchen.

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

Inspector’s note: Found clutter stored at storage areas that must be removed.(tools, clothes, old boxes,etc.)(main kitchen needs organization)

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

Inspector’s note: Provide food grade containers and wrap to store food products-remove plastic bags and cloth covering.

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. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILE AROUND FLOOR DRAIN BY UTILITY SINK ON 2ND. FLOOR BY STAFF TOILET ROOM. REGROUT FLOOR TILES AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

Inspector’s note: Seal all openings around piping and conduits as needed throughout premises.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide backflow prevention devices at faucet at utility sink on 3rd. Floor closet and two compartment sink on 3rd. Floor dish machine area and or remove threads.

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 CLEAN AROUND OUTSIDE GREASE TRAP, SEAL RODENT BURROWS, AND REMOVE STANDING WATER SECTIONS AROUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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

Inspector’s note: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOUND UNCOVERED ICE BIN AND UNCOVERED PITCHERS OF ICE WATER AT BAR AREA WITH FRUIT FLIES ON RIMS OF SAID ICE WATER PITCHERS WHICH ARE SERVED FOR CUSTOMER CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE CUBES,ICE WATER, CLEAN AND SANITIZE PITCHERS, AND PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN. ALSO, NOTED IMPROPER FOOD STORAGE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS-RAW CHICKEN BEING STORED IN PLASTIC BAGS IN METAL CONTAINER ABOVE OPEN UNCUT PRODUCE (GREEN PEPPERS). FOUND PLASTIC BAG OF RAW PORK BEING STORED ABOVE UNCOVERED READY-TO-EAT CUT VEGETABLES. FOUND WET NEWSPAPER WITH INK IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH CILANTRO. MANAGER REMOVED AND DISCARDED SAID ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE READY-TO-EAT FOODS SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM RAW FOOD PRODUCTS, USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH COVERS, AND

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 20 fruit flies throughout bar area around floor drain, garbage recepticle, three compartment sink, walls, and exterior of upright refrigeration units, rims of ice water pitchers, ice bin, and staircase leading to garbage area. Also,found rear exit door on 1st. Floor leading to garbage area not rodent proofed, 1/4th inch gap noted under said door. Instructed to detail clean, sanitize affected areas(entire bar area and stairwell), recommend pest control to service premises, and rodent proof rear exit door to prevent pest entry/harborage. Serious 7-38-020 issued.

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. FOUND VARIOUS COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN AND REACH-IN COOLERS NOT DATED AND LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO DATE AND LABEL ALL COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS. LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.

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

Inspector’s note: Invert multi-use plates at dining area.

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

Inspector’s note: Paint all rusty racks/shelves at dining, walk-in coolers, refrigeration units, and prep table bottoms. Remove rusty interior panel in ice machine. Remove cardboard boxes, plastic, cloth, paper lining from prep and storage racks/shelves.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean under, around cooking equipment, ventilation hood/filters, interior of utility sinks, storage cabinets, gaskets around reach-in coolers, fan guards inside refrigeration units, ice bins on 3rd. Floor, and rolling food carts.

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. CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT STAIRCASE AND STAIRS LEADING TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA, REGROUT FLOOR TILES IN DISHMACHINE AREA, DETAIL CLEAN CARPETING, REPAIR FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR-REMOVE RUST, REPAIR LOOSE CARPET SECTIONS BY CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS, CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND FOOD STORAGE,EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREAS,AND FLOOR DRAINS AT DISH MACHINE ON 3RD. FLOOR.

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. CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, WALK-IN COOLERS, DISH MACHINE AREA, BAR AREA, DINING AREA TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS, SPLATTERS, DUST BUILD UP, AND DARK BLACK STAINS. REPLACE ALL BLACK/DARK BROWN CEILING PANELS, WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS IN BULK FOOD STORAGE ROOM, CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS, AND DINING AREA. REPAIR WALL SECTIONS AS NEEDED IN PREP AREA, DISH MACHINE AREA, AND DINING AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS AS NEEDED THROUGHOUT PREMISES. SEAL CRACKS/CREVICES AT STAIRCASE STORAGE AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide adequate lighting at storage area at staircase. Replace cracked light shield in dry food storage room and prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide self closing device at staff toilet room.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaks at handle at one compartment sink, properly connect sprayer at dish machine area at rinse sink-remove hose, provide hot and cold running water at white utility sink at tea station. Provide sink stoppers at three compartment sink. Found hose attached to ceiling above dish washing area on 3rd floor-instructed to remove and or properly connect to plumbing. Leaks at handle and piping under two compartment sink on 3rd. Floor prep area. Repair one of four wash bowls in womens toilet room on 3rd floor banquet hall.

Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

Inspector’s note: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS, APRONS, ETC. IN DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

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. CLEAN REAR STAIRS AT OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AND AROUND OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE RECEPTICLE TO REMOVE SPILLS AND REMOVE LITTER, DEBRIS, GREASE SPILLS ETC. FROM STAIRCASE. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE MOPS AND BROOMS INVERTED IN DESIGNATED AREA-REMOVE FROM BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER AND NEXT TO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

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