FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NEW BANPOJUNG, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 22, 2025
Canvass
License #1847417
9
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
9
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. SINK BEING USED TO WASH DISHES. PLASTIC CONTAINER WITH SOAPY WATER, DIRTY GLASSWARE AND SCRUBBING SPONGES INSIDE THE SINK. REVIEWED THE HAND WASHING SINKS ARE FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NOTED ALL INTERIOR AREAS OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE ICE FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, REMOVE ALL BLACK SLIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT,(TCS FOODS) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN KITCHEN COOLER (SOUPS AND BEEF) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOODS MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, (TCS FOODS) HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. ALL FOODS DISCARDED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE TINFOIL OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING.----NOTED ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----EXCESSIVE RUST ON METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE TALL REACH-IN TWO DOOR COOLER NEXT TO THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE ONE DOOR REACH-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE OR REMOVE RUST/RESURFACE.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS.-----EXCESSIVE GREASE AND RUST ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT GREASE TRAP. MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE RUST.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL 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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT: AROUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP, UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER ALL PREP TABLES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----WATER DAMAGED CIELING TILES IN THE KITCHEN MUST REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT: AROUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP, UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER ALL PREP TABLES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----WATER DAMAGED CIELING TILES IN THE KITCHEN MUST REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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