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KENKEE RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

KENKEE RESTAURANT 2129 S CHINA PL, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
June 12, 2023 Canvass License #2663449
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: A SPLASH GUARD IS NEEDED AT THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA HANDSINK TO AVOID THE POSSIBILITY OF SOAP AND WATER CONTAMINATION TO THE NOODLE STATION; MUST INSTALL.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF SOME COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING AS WELL AS REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN INSIDE OF DISHMACHINE TO REMOVE LIME. CLEAN CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE ON SECOND FLOOR.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FAUCET NECK OF THE TWO COMP SINK IN THE SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR; MUST REPLACE. OBSERVED THE FAUCET NECK OF THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE BEVERAGE AREA DOES NOT EXTEND TO ALL COMPARTMENTS AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A LONGER FAUCET NECK AT THIS SINK.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILING, LIGHT SHIELD AND VENT OF THE SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA ABOVE THE PREP COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN BOTH PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILING, LIGHT SHIELD AND VENT OF THE SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA ABOVE THE PREP COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN BOTH PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections