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SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN 10939 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60643 Restaurant
February 7, 2012 Canvass License #36468
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN TWO LOCATIONS IN REAR STORAGE AND ELECTRICAL ROOM NORTH EAST. NEED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS HAVE PEAT CONTROL RETURN FOR SERVICE.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. HANDSINK IN POOR REPAIR P TRAP LEAKING MUST REPAIR.
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.NEED TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM COOLERS. ALSO REMOVE RUST FROM FRONT UNDER COUNTER COOLER.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.NEED TO CLEAN WOK STATION/DRIP TRAY'S. CLEAN ALL COOLER FANGUARD COVERS STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER COUNTER CABINETS, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE POOR REPAIR NEED TO REPLACE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARDS, PREP TABLES IN REAR, AND #10 CAN OPENER.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOOR THRU OUT NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING IN CORNERS UNDER STORAGE AND REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM STORAGE AREA FLOOR.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Use dustless cleaning methods.NEED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS FRONT DINNING AND REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA. REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.NEED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER METAL STEM TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURE.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.NEED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER METAL STEM TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURE.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

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