CHAROEN KRUNG BY SATHORN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP - Comments: OBSERVED ONE (1) VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE ON SITE IN MAIN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA ON PREP TABLE NEAR REAR EXIT. NO HACCP PLAN OR VARIANCE APPROVAL IS AVAILABLE OR PROVIDED AT TIME OF INPSECTION. TAGGED MACHINE "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT TIME OF INSPECTION. EQUIPMENT NOT TO BE USED. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT CDPH (FOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG) TO START THE APPROVAL PROCESS FOR ANY SPECIAL PROCESSES SUCH AS VACUUM PACKAGING, SOUS VIDE, SMOKING/CURING, SPROUTING, FERMENTING ETC. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-005.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DOUBLE WOODEN DOORS IN BASEMENT AT STAIRS LEADING TO EXTERIOR SIDEWALK/LOADING ENTRANCE FROM DICKENS, AS WELL AS THE METAL DOOR LEADING DIRECTLY TO THE SURFACE LEVEL ENTRANCE FROM THE SIDEWALK TO BOTH HAVE EXTREMELY LARGE GAPS GREATER THAN AN INCH AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOORS. THE EXTERIOR METAL DOOR IS BENTS AND NOT FULLY CLOSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROTECT AND PEST PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 30 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE HVAC/UTILITY ROOM CLOSET AT THE SOUTHWEST MOST END OF THE BASEMENT, AS WELL AS OVER 10 RAT DROPPINGS BEHIND WOOD AND LOOSE EQUIPEMNT ON THE FLOOR IN THE SOUTHEAST MOST CORNER OF BASEMENT WHEN YOU ENTER DOWN MAIN FRONT STAIRS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREA FREE OF RAT AND RODENT DROPPINGS, AND RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY PRIOR TO REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020(a).

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED BAGS OF RICE STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT OFFICE STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE DRINK COOLER AT THE FRONT BAR TO HAVE A TORN GASKET HANGING OFF ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE TORN GASKET AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE SMALL CHEST FREEZER AT ENTRANCE TO BASEMENT AND NOTED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR/WALLS/CEILING OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING HANDLES ON THE HOT AND COLD WATER AT THE SCRAPE SINK LOCATED NEXT TO DISH MACHINE. SCRAPE SINK IS STILL FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE MISSING HANDLES AND PROVIDE FUNCTIONAL FAUCET HANDLES.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER LID FULLY DISLODGED AND INTERIOR OF GREASE CONTAINER VISIBLE. LID IS DAMAGED AND NOT ABLE TO BE FULLY MAINTAINED CLOSED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR LOOSE GREASE CONTAINER LID AND MAINTAIN ALL TRASH CONTAINERS WITH A TIGHT-FITTING LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B).

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED CEILING THROUGHOUT BASEMENT COVERED WITH A PLASTIC TARP, WHITE INSULATION, AND PACKING FOAM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AT THE CEILING FOR ALL CEILING ATTACHMENTS.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING PROTECTIVE SHIELDING OVER LIGHTS IN STORAGE AREA IN REAR CORNER OF BASEMENT NEAR SHELVES WITH POTS AND PANS, AND OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT COVER ON LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROTECTIVE SHIELDING FOR ALL LIGHTS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING PROTECTIVE SHIELDING OVER LIGHTS IN STORAGE AREA IN REAR CORNER OF BASEMENT NEAR SHELVES WITH POTS AND PANS, AND OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT COVER ON LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROTECTIVE SHIELDING FOR ALL LIGHTS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.