CHINA DOLL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: OBSERVED 2 CONTAINERS OF RODENT POISON PELLETS IN BASMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF POISONOUS AND TOXIC MATERIALS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL GAP AROUND SIDES OF EXTERIOR STORM DOOR LEADING TO GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TIGHT FITTING EXTERIOR 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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED KNIVES STORED IN GAP BETWEEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A CLEAN, DRY PLACE.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED 2 CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR OF PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BEHIND EQUIPMENT ON COOK LINE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKS IN BASEBOARDS AND WALL TILES THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

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 BUILD UP OF DUST ON CEILING PANELS AROUND VENT OVER PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.

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 BUILD UP OF DUST ON CEILING PANELS AROUND VENT OVER PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.

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.