FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DRAGON GATE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 14, 2013
Canvass
License #1595947
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. OBSERVED HEAVY COATING OF BORIC ACID APPLIED UNDER AND BEHIND PLASTIC CRATES,WHICH ON TOP THE CRATES DRY OPENED FOOD WAS STORED(RICE,FLOUR ETC).BORIC ACID WAS APPLIED ALONG THE SOUTH WALL OF THE PREP AREA,BEHIND COOLERS. A 16oz.PLASTIC OPEN BOTTLE(ALMOST FINISHED) WAS STORE ON FLOOR BY THE CRATES AND OPENED FOOD.OWNER STATED THAT HE APPLIED BORIC ACID.INSTRUCTED TO FOLLOW PEST CONTROL ADVICE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA,PROVIDE ENCLOSED CONTAINERS WITH LID FOR DRY FOOD. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS STORED ON TOP THE FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS,INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE AND PROPERLY STORE ITEMS,TO MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS SLOWLY DRAINING,INSTRUCTED TO FIX.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS SLOWLY DRAINING,INSTRUCTED TO FIX.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection