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JOY YEE NOODLE SHOP Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JOY YEE NOODLE SHOP 2139 S CHINA PL, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
July 31, 2019 Canvass License #2008459
7
Total Violations
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: SOME REFRIGERATION UNITS WITHOUT THERMOMETERS; MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS WHERE NEEDED.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF LARGE COOKING BURNER, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER THE SHELVES, CLEAN FLOOR IN KITCHEN UNDER STORAGE SHELVES AND DISHMACHINE AND CLEAN FLOOR GRATES/DRAINS WHERE NEEDED.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND CLEAN INSIDE OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE AREA BETWEEN THE KITCHEN AND DINNING ROOM TO REMOVE PARTICLES OBSERVED. ALSO CLEAN PIPES ALONG THE WALL CONNNECTED TO COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING WOKS NEED CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE OF THE PRODUCE COOLER ON THE SECOND FLOOR CRACKED IN THREE PLACES; REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD IN THIS COOLER.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE OF THE PRODUCE COOLER ON THE SECOND FLOOR CRACKED IN THREE PLACES; REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD IN THIS COOLER.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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