PASS
Risk 1 (High)
PEKING CHINESE FOOD Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 5, 2025
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License #2534914
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED VARIOUS SCOOPS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN IN DRY STORAGE BINS TO BE STORED WITH HANDLES IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL SCOOPS WITH HANDLES NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BETWEEN USE.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE HINGES OF THE TWO DOOR PREP COOLER AND ALL THE CREVICES ON THE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF THE SAME TWO DOOR PREP COOLER TO BE FULL OF FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE OFFICE/DRY STORAGE CLOSET AT THE FRONT OF THE KITCHEN IMMEDIATELY TO THE SOUTH OF THE CASHIER TO BE UN ORGANIZED WITH VARIOUS ITEMS STACKED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA ORGANIZED AND FREE OF ITEMS NOT NECESSARY TO OPERATION OF FACILITIES.
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 OFFICE/DRY STORAGE CLOSET AT THE FRONT OF THE KITCHEN IMMEDIATELY TO THE SOUTH OF THE CASHIER TO BE UN ORGANIZED WITH VARIOUS ITEMS STACKED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA ORGANIZED AND FREE OF ITEMS NOT NECESSARY TO OPERATION OF FACILITIES.
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