PASS
Risk 1 (High)
GRAND CHINESE KITCHEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 15, 2023
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2850234
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: 3-501.13: OBSERVED A BOX OF CHICKEN WINGS STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ON THE FLOOR AND USE PROPER THAWING METHODS SUCH AS SITTING THE TCS FOODS IN A COLD HOLDING UNIT DEFROSTED OR READY TO PREP.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.12: OBSERVED A STRAINER OF FOOD WITH A SHEET TRAY STORED ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOODS ON THE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.12: OBSERVED A STRAINER OF FOOD WITH A SHEET TRAY STORED ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOODS ON THE FLOOR.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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