LEE WING WAH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR FROM KITCHEN; MUST SEAL GAP SO THAT DOOR IS COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED. OBSERVED A DEAD MOUSE ON A SNAP TRAP ON THE FLOOR OF THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM; MOUSE AND TRAP REMOVED (CDI). OBSERVED SIXTY MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS: EMPLOYEE WASHROOM, REAR KITCHEN PANTRY UNDER SHELVES BEHIND BULK CONTAINERS, STORAGE ROOM BY REAR EXIT DOOR AND STORAGE ROOM WHERE UTILITY SINK LOCATED. ALL AREAS MUST BE CLEANED. PEST CONTROL SERVICED RECENTLY; RECOMMENDED A FOLLOW UP SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED SOME GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR STORING FOODS IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS; INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE APPROVED STORAGE BAGS AT ALL TIMES.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BLADE OF CAN OPENER AT PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN. SOME BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS HAVE BROKEN LIDS; MUST REPLACE ALL BROKEN LIDS.

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: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, WOK STATION SURFACES, PREP TABLE TOPS AND BOTTOMS, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND SHELVES INSIDE OF UNITS, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN STORAGE CONTAINERS AT COOKING STATION STORING SAUCES, GARLIC, AND SEASONINGS AND MAINTAIN.

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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AROUND AND UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE MASSIVE AMOUNTS OF GREASE, DIRT, FOOD PARTICLES AND OTHER ITEMS. CLEAN UNDER SINKS TO REMOVE MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE AND BUILD UP FROM WATER AND DIRT. REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN PANTRY IN REAR KITCHEN UNDER BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS THAT IS HOLDING STANDING WATER AND GIVING OFF AN ODOR. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT ON SECOND FLOOR IN PREP AREA. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL SHELVES IN CLOSETS WHERE MOUSE DROPPINGS OBSERVED.

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: WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DIRT, GREASE AND STICKY RESIDUE. DIRT, GREASE AND STICKY RESIDUE ALSO OBSERVED ON ATTACHED EQUIPMENT TO WALL SUCH AS LIGHT SWITCHES AND VENTS AND OBSERVED IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: TOILET SEAT IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR; REPLACE TOILET SEAT.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: SOME THERMOMETERS MISSING IN REFRIGERATION UNITS; PROVIDE WHERE NEEDED.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: SOME THERMOMETERS MISSING IN REFRIGERATION UNITS; PROVIDE WHERE NEEDED.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.