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NEW GREAT WALL BBQ Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NEW GREAT WALL BBQ 2127 S CHINA PL, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
February 3, 2023 Canvass License #2867780
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 100 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER AREA OUTSIDE OF ONE WASHROOM, ON THE FLOOR IN THE WASHROOM, ON THE FLOOR OF THE CLOSET BY THE BEVERAGE STATION AND IN THE STORAGE AREA BETWEEN THE KITCHEN AND REAR EXIT DOOR. FOUND 6 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF DOOR AT BOTTOM AND MAINTAIN.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #48
CRITICAL
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS TO TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER WHEN WASH, RINSE AN SANITIZING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 ISSUED.
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A SECTION OF THE FLOOR IN FRONT OF THE THREE COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR WITH POOLING WATER FROM FLOOR TILE; INSTRUCTED TO GROUT TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE FLOOR NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF THE WALK -IN COOLER.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN CLOSET NEXT TO THE BEVERAGE STATION; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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