FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
KYLIN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 8, 2024
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License #2053884
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. ONE ON TOP OF THE COOLER USED AS A FOOD PREP TABLE AND THE ELECTRIC STOVE BURNER STORED ON TOP OF THE SAME SAID PREP COOLER. ALSO, OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 SMALL FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND APPROXIMATELY 10-20 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE DINING AREA AROUND THE COLUMNS WHERE THE DISH CARTS ARE STORED AND, IN THE HALLWAY, LEADING TO THEIR FOOD PREP KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED FACIITY MISSING ONE SINK STOPPER FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE AREA SUCH AS THE SNEEZE GUARD NEAR THE FLAT TOP GRILL, THE OUTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THE MICROWVAE, THE BURNER COVERS ON THE STOVE, AND THE SHELVING UNITS WITH FOOD SPLATTERS, NOT CLEAN, DUST, AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER AT THE ONLY HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, WHEN HOT AND COLD-WATER KNOB IS TURNED ON. MUST PROVIDE WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES TO REQUIRED SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER AT THE ONLY HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, WHEN HOT AND COLD-WATER KNOB IS TURNED ON. MUST PROVIDE WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES TO REQUIRED SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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