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CHINA CITY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHINA CITY 6940 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60636 Restaurant
June 30, 2015 Complaint License #1769428
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE FLYING INSECTS (OVER 20) IN FRONT OF PREP AREA , ON WALLS AND IN TOILET ROOM. ALOS 2 LIVE COCKROACHES CRAWLING ON STORAGE SHELF. INSTD TO ELIMINATE ALL INSECTS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CARDBOARD LINING ON WALLS BEHIND BLENDERS AND ON BOTTOM SHELVING OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD SO AS SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FOOD. INSTDT TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN. WALLS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, SPLASHED WITH DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN. WALLS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, SPLASHED WITH DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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