MK NOODLE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HANDWASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SPLASH GUARDS ON BOTH SIDES IN THE DISH MACHINE/WASHING ROOM.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK LOCATED IN THE DISH ROOM.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BROKEN URINAL IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM. LEAK FROM THE COLD WATER VALVE UNDER THE MEN'S WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MUST REPAIR ALL.

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: NOTED EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM USED AS A SEALANT FOR WALLS IN THE DINING ROOM AND THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. MUST CUT/SMOOTH FOR WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.----MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE.----MISSING GROUT IN THE TILE FLOORING AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE.-----MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPLACE.-----FLOOR OF THE HVAC CLOSET WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT STORED ON THE REAR PATIO AND THE UNUSED BEER TAP IN THE DINING ROOM MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES.

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: MISSING BASEBOARD COVING AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE DINING ROOM LANDLORD CLOSET. MUST REPLACE.

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: MISSING BASEBOARD COVING AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE DINING ROOM LANDLORD CLOSET. MUST REPLACE.

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.