PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
NICKY'S CHINESE FOOD Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 23, 2015
Complaint
License #1299747
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INACCESSIBLE HAND WASH SINK, FOUND MAIN KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK COMPLETELY WRAPPED WITH A GARBAGE BAG. INSTRUCTED MGR TO KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LARGE BULK FOOD BINS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND WOK COOKING AREA, GREASE SPILLS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FRONT STORAGE ABOVE SMALL 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN FRONT STORAGE ABOVE SMALL 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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