SEE THRU CHINESE KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF. NO HAND SOAP OR HAND DRYING DEVICES,( PAPER TOWELS) INSIDE MEN'S OR WOMENS'S WASHROOMS. ALSO NO SOAP AT REAR PREP HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED THAT EMPLOYEES HAND SINKS MUST ALWAYS HAVE SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICES. MANAGER PROVIDED EACH HAND SINK WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS DURIN INSPECTION,CDI. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. 18 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN CORNER,11 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER CRATE HOLDING THE RICE COOKER IN REAR,17 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF UNCLEAN CARDBOARD UNDER SUGAR BIN IN REAR.5 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE OF THE DOOR OF THE BROWN WOOD CABINET OF STORED TOOLS AND CHEMICALS NEXT TO THE JUICE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS. STRONGLY RECOMMENED PEST CONTROL FOR TREATMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM LAST INSPECTION REPORT# DATED 6-28-2016,#1937708, STILL EXIST, #33-CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR FRYER CABINETS, COOLER DOORS AND GASKETS, PREP TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT. # 35- REPLACE ALL STAIN CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. # 38-REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT AND 1-COMPARTMENT SINKS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: HAND RAIL VERY LOOSE, IN POOR REPAIR LEADING TO BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NEED RE-GROUTING IN PREP COOKING LINE STATION.MUST REPAIR.ALSO DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER STAIRS IN BASEMENT.MUST CLEAN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND HOLE IN LOWER WALL BEHIND DOOR LEADING TO SIDE STORAGE ROOM.MUST SEAL. ALSO OPENINGS IN CEILINGS AREAS AND AROUND PIPES. MUST SEAL/ REPAIR ALL OPENINGS TO PREVENT ANY HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND HOLE IN LOWER WALL BEHIND DOOR LEADING TO SIDE STORAGE ROOM.MUST SEAL. ALSO OPENINGS IN CEILINGS AREAS AND AROUND PIPES. MUST SEAL/ REPAIR ALL OPENINGS TO PREVENT ANY HIDING AREAS FOR PEST.

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.