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HO HO CHOP SUEY-CHICAGO,INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 3, 2025
Complaint
License #2432635
6
Total Violations
2
Major
4
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #39
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED RAW FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING PREPARATION. OBSERVED THE COOK USE TONGS TO GRAB RAW CHICKEN FROM A BOWL TO COOK, HE DROPPED THE TONGS ON THE FLOOR AND PUT THEM BACK INTO THE BOWL WITH THE RAW CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE ANY UTENSIL THAT FALLS ONTO THE FLOOR AND TO DISCARD THE REST OF THE CHICKEN WINGS IN THE BOWL. 3 LBS DISCARDED VALUE $15.00. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED RAW SHIMP IN A PLASTIC CONTAINER THAT THE PIC STATED HAD JUST BEEN WASHED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE THREE COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CONTAINER FROM THE FLOOR AND STORE FOODS ON PREP TABLES OR IN REFRIGERATION UNITS ONLY. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF GREASE ON SIDES OF FRYER AND BEHIND FRYER; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: EMPLOYEE WASHROOM CLUTTERED; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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