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CHINA GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHINA GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT 10912 S HALSTED ST, CHICAGO 60628 Restaurant
September 14, 2015 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2137407
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED VARIOUS FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE THE FREEZER. MUST PROPERLY STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER OR STORAGE BAGS.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE AND DEBRIS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS DIRTY THROUGH OUT, ESPECIALLY AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE,SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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: NOTED A FEW WATER STAIN CEILING TILES AND DIRTY LIGHT SHEILDS. MUST REPLACE AND/OR CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS. NOTED DIRTY FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND VENT COVERS DUSTY IN THE KITCHEN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST.
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: NOTED A FEW WATER STAIN CEILING TILES AND DIRTY LIGHT SHEILDS. MUST REPLACE AND/OR CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS. NOTED DIRTY FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND VENT COVERS DUSTY IN THE KITCHEN. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST.
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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