KHAN BBQ RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED FOODS NOT PROTECTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: RAW EGGS BEING STORED DIRECTLY OVER UNCOVERED PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE KITCHEN TALL REACH-IN COOLER AND IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN AND RAW BEEF BEING STORED OVER PREPARED FOODS AND FRESH VEGETABLES SUCH AS CUCUMBERS, LEMONS AND COOKED CHIC PEAS. ALSO OBSERVED INSECTICIDE SPRAY AND CHEMICAL SPRAY CLEANER BEING STORED ON PREP SHELVING DIRECTLY NEXT TO POTATOES IN THE KITCHEN. MANAGEMENT REMOVED. ALSO RE-ARRANGED REACH-IN AND WALK-IN COOLER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 10 LIVE ROACHES ALONG THE BASEBOARDS BEHIND THE REAR KITCHEN TALL REACH-IN COOLER AND METAL PREP TABLE CRAWLING IN AND OUT OF A NOTED HOLE IN BASEBOARD WALL. RECOMMEND HAVING THE PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE FOR ROACHES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE OR MINIMIZE ROACH ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM #2135506 FROM 1-16-18 NOT CORRECTED. #31- EXPOSED TABLE WARES MUST BE PROTECTED, COVERED OR WRAPPED.#32- SHELVING IN THE FOLLOWING FOUND WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT: METAL RACK SHELVING IN THE KITCHEN. #34- FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: BEHIND ALL BOX FREEZERS AND DINING ROOM COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT. #35- WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE HALLWAY TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE 1ST FLOOR WASHROOMS, THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE ROOMS. MUST REPLACE ALL. BLACKENED AND MOLDY CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.#40- MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BULK SPICES ON THE KITCHEN FOOD CART MUST BE LABELED.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MISSING SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE DISH EXPOSED HAND SINK AND ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. MISSING SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE BASEMENT EXPOSED HAND SINK AND MOP SINK.MUST REPLACE BOTH.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: METAL RACK DISH PAN CART IN THE DINING ROOM AND FOOD CART IN THE KITCHEN WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT. DIRT FOOD BLENDERS IN THE KITCHEN DIRTY WITH FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. BLACKENED, DIRTY DISH RACKS. MUST REPLACE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS BEHIND ALL COOLERS AND PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH DIRT, DEBRIS, DEAD ROACHES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CRACKED, DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. MUST REPLACE.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: HOLE IN THE BASEBOARD WALL WHERE ROACHES WERE NOTED CRAWLING IN AND OUT OF MUST BE SEALED.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE DINING AREA BOX FREEZER. MUST REPLACE.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK AT THE NOZZLE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INOPERABLE VENTILATION IN THE WASHROOMS. MUST REPAIR. MUST NOT USE UNUSED METAL SINK BASIN AS FLOOR DRAIN GUARD UNDER THE DISH MACHINE. DISH MACHINE WASTE WATER MUST PROPERLY DRAIN INTO FLOOR DRAIN WITHOUT OVERFLOW, SPILLAGE ONTO FLOOR WITH AN OPEN AIR GAP BETWEEN FLOOR DRAIN AND PIPING.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAT/HAIR RESTRAINT.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAT/HAIR RESTRAINT.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.