PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NEW HONG KONG BUFFET, INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 12, 2018
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2510903
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: BROKEN PLASTIC DOOR ON THE SUSHI PREP COOLER REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE AND MISSING PLASTIC. MUST REPLACE BROKEN DOORS.---HOLE IN THE WOODEN DOOR FROM THE DISH AREA TO THE WASHROOM HALLWAY. MUST SEAL/REPAIR.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INTERIOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. DAMAGED/BUCKLED METAL FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER WITH OPEN SEAM COLLECTING FOOD DEBRIS. MUST SEAL/REPAIR. MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AT THE KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MISSING TILES AND PEELING PLASTER ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM TOILET. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.---WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN BOTH WOMANS AND MENS WASHROOMS. MUST REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: INSUFFICIENT LIGHTING INSIDE THE COOLER. MUST PROVIDE GREATER LIGHTING IN THE COOLER.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FAR LEFT TOILET LEAKING IN THE WOMANS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FAR LEFT TOILET LEAKING IN THE WOMANS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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