GYU-KAKU RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S BATHROOM AT 63.8F. ALSO OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK IN MEN'S BATHROOM AT 64.5F. WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS MUST BE AT 100.0F OR ABOVE THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED NEW YORK STRIP STEAK FOUND AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 48.5F. ALSO OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS FOUND AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE. SPRING SALAD MIX FOUND AT 44.8F, OPEN JAR OF MINCED GARLIC FOUND AT 48.2F, SPICY TUNA FOUND AT 49.8F, ROAST BEEF FOUND AT 48.9F AND CHEESE FOUND AT 47.3F. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 41.0F OR BELOW. FOOD HAS BEEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 30 LBS AT A COST OF $150.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF SLIDING DOOR COOLER AT 52.5F. ALSO OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF PREP COOLER AT 44.5F. PROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

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.

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARTONS OF FROZEN PUREES SITTING OUT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY THAW IN REFRIGERATION OF 41.0F OR BELOW OR SUBMERGE UNDER RUNNING WATER.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED MINOR GREASE BUILD UP ON FRONT END OF GREASE OIL TANK LOCATED OUTSIDE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNFINISHED BRICK WALL IN LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. MUST PROPERLY SEAL WALL.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNFINISHED BRICK WALL IN LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. MUST PROPERLY SEAL WALL.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.