FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NEW GRAND CHINESE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 26, 2023
Complaint
License #2803058
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING TEMPS OF HOT AND COLD FOODS ON PREMISES; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED GLUE BOARDS FULL OF DEAD ROACHES UNDERNEATH KITCHEN EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPLACE WITH NEW BOARDS. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLY STRIPS HANGING ABOVE SINKS IN KITCHEN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 80 OR MORE MOUSE DR0PPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR OF KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA AND HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE.
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: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection