PASS
Risk 1 (High)
PANDA EXPRESS #1422 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 25, 2025
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License #1938611
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF LOW REACH IN COOLING UNITS WITH FOOD SPLATTER AND SMALL FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AND LEAK AT BASE OF THE FAUCET OF THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR. ALSO OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE UNDER THE SANITIZING SINK OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALL UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND WALL SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALL UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND WALL SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection