Chinese #1 Kitchen

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

Inspector’s note: Observed trays of eggrolls uncovered in walk in cooler. Instructed person in charge to cover and maintain. All food must have cover of lid/plastic to protect from potential contamination.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed leak under three compartment sink piping. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed walls in washroom with peeling paint and damage. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from report #2627066 dated: 11/13/25 not corrected; #49-observed grease buildup on cooking equipment and shelving units in the kitchen/prep areas. Instructed to clean and sanitize. #56-observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the overhead ventilation throughout the facility. Instructed to clean and maintain. #57-observed no proof of training for all food handlers. Instructed to provide and post. #58-observed no city of chicago certified food service sanitation manager on duty with allergen training. Instructed to provide documentation/certificate and post. Priority foundation #7-42-090. Citation issued. Instructed person to bring all violations into compliance.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a 1/4" gap at the bottom of the entrance door to the facility. Instructed to provide a tight-fitting seal at all outer openings to prevent the entry of pests.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in prep table cooler and display cooler in food containers uncovered. Instructed to provide food-graded lids and/or covers. Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to store properly by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observe food handlers without hair restraints. Instructed to provide.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scooper stored improperly inside of the ice bin directly on the ice. Observed scoops/utensils for dry storage containers stored improperly directly inside of the food containers. Instructed to store properly between usage.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored improperly in plastic grocery bags in the cooler(s) and/or freezer(s). Instructed to store proper in food grade storage bags and containers only.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink stoppers missing for compartments for rinse and sanitize. Instructed to provide.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup on cooking equipment and shelving units in the kitchen/prep areas. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed employee washroom door is not self closing. Instructed to install a self closing device.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed exposed ceiling above the hot water tank near the dish wash area. Instructed to cover and provide smooth and easily cleanable surfaces.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the overhead ventilation throughout the facility. Instructed to clean and maintain.