FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NEW CHINA TEA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 23, 2012
Canvass
License #1679502
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: THE BACK SCREEN DOOR IN POOR REPAIR HAS A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND A ONE FOURTH GAP AT THE TOP LEFT SIDE. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020 INSTRUCTED TO MAKE THE DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND INSECT AND RODENT PROOF.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE THE GASKETS AT THE WALKIN COOLER AND THE UPRIGHT REACHIN FREEZER THEY ARE RIPPED AND TORN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN THE TOP, SIDES, FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE HAS GREASE BUILDUP. CLEAN THE CABINETS, AND EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE UPRIGHT FREEZER AND THE TWO REACHIN CHEST FREEZERS HAS ICE BUILDUP INSIDE THEM.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN THE TOP, SIDES, FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE HAS GREASE BUILDUP. CLEAN THE CABINETS, AND EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE UPRIGHT FREEZER AND THE TWO REACHIN CHEST FREEZERS HAS ICE BUILDUP INSIDE THEM.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection