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NICKY'S CHINESE FOOD Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NICKY'S CHINESE FOOD 5231 S WOODLAWN AVE, CHICAGO 60615 Restaurant
October 20, 2022 Complaint License #1299747
4
Total Violations
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SHELVES INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BUS TUBS STORING FOODS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (GRILL, BURNER, WOK STATION AND STEAMTABLE).
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN FLOOR INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER AND CLEAN WALLS OF 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 #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN AREA; REPLACE BULBS WHERE NEEDED.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN AREA; REPLACE BULBS WHERE NEEDED.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

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