FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
GYU-KAKU RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 29, 2018
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License #2031719
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2065012 DATED ON 06/26/17 NOT CORRECTED-#32 PREP COOLER DOOR WITH RIPPED GASKETS AT 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. THE ABOVE PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON REACH IN COOLERS CONDENSERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLERS CONDENSERS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING LIGHT COVERS NOT TIGHT FITTED AT 3RD FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED CEILING LIGHT COVERS MUST BE TIGHT FITTED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING LIGHT COVERS NOT TIGHT FITTED AT 3RD FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED CEILING LIGHT COVERS MUST BE TIGHT FITTED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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