CHINA TOWN RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: FOUND NO SHELLFISH TAG FOR THE CLAMS ON PREMISES IN THE REFRIGERATION UNIT; INSTRUCTED THAT THE SHELLFISH TAG MUST BE WITH THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT IS GONE (USED/COOKED) AND THEN KEPT IN A FILE FOR 90 DAYS. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF TWO POUNDS OF CLAMS OBSERVED ON PREMISES VALUE $15.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005 (B2)

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: RODENT INFESTATION AS DESCRIBED: FOUND MORE THAN 200 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE KITCHEN ON THE BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLE, ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE PREP TABLE, ON THE LEDGE UNDERNEATH THE PREP COOLER, ON THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER UNDER THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AND THREE COMP SINK AND IN THE BASEMENT ON THE WALL LEDGE. REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM; MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR. MUST CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.

Facility must be free of pest infestation.

No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED WHILE PREPARING AND HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. OWNER ON DUTY HAS A STATE OF ILLINOIS CERTIFICATE ISSUED AUGUST 21, 2015. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: THE INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT FROM THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION DATED JUNE 8, 2015 WAS NOT POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS AS REQUIRED. REPORT WAS FILED AWAY WITH THE INSPECTION REPORT. INSTRUCTED THAT THE SUMMARY MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B) 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM JUNE 8, 2015 AS DESCRIBED: #45 FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET #33 EXTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, MEAT SLICER IN BASEMENT NOT CLEAN, FOOD SHELVES THROUGHOUT NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #34 FLOORS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR CRACKS AND PEELING PAINT. INSTRUCTED TO CELAN AND MAINTAIN. #35 INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASEMENT REAR STORAGE ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #38 A GARDEN HOSE ATTACHED TO A WATER SUPPLY LINE IN BASEMENT WITHOUT A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. #43 ICE MACHINE AROUND DOOR NOT CLEAN IN BASEMENT AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOUND GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS; INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (WOKS, STOVE, FRYERS), CLEAN BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN BASEMENT AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING ATTACHED EQUIPMENT: WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENT FANS IN WASHROOMS TO REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP, THE FAN ABOVE THE REAR KITCHEN DOOR TO REMOVE GREASE AND BUILD UP.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE BASEMENT IS LEAKING AT THE ELBOW WHEN WATER IS RUNNING AT THE SINK; THE PIPE IS DETACHED FROM THE ELBOW; MUST REPAIR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE BASEMENT IS LEAKING AT THE ELBOW WHEN WATER IS RUNNING AT THE SINK; THE PIPE IS DETACHED FROM THE ELBOW; MUST REPAIR.

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.