LIUYISHOU HOT POT CHICAGO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMSIES. FOUND 80 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM BY REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE FLOOR IN THE STORAGE ROOM OF KITCHEN, ON THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER BY THE MEAT SLICER, BEHIND THE FLOOR MIXER AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND PREP TABLES, REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYER AND BOTTOM AREA NEEDS CLEANING, CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE WOK STATION, CLEAN INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN BLADE OF CAN OPENER ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND THE SPRAYER NECK AT THE THREE COMP SINK LEAKING; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS UNDER SHELVES. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN STORAGE ROOMS AND CORNER AREA BY KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.

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.