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NEW CHINA TEA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NEW CHINA TEA 4022-4024 W 55TH ST, CHICAGO 60632 Restaurant
February 22, 2013 Canvass License #1679502
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE LABELS ON BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE RUST FROM BOTTOM SHELVING OF PREP TABLES NEAR EXIT DOOR AND NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST USE A NON-TOXIC PAINT
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD COVERS AT REAR PREP OF DUST BUILD-UP,CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL WAIK-IN COOLERS AND REACH-IN COOLERS IN REAR PREP AREA HAS DIRT ON SURFACE OF DOORS
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD COVERS AT REAR PREP OF DUST BUILD-UP,CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL WAIK-IN COOLERS AND REACH-IN COOLERS IN REAR PREP AREA HAS DIRT ON SURFACE OF DOORS
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections