SIAM NOODLES AND RICE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED SCOOPS IN DRY STORAGE BINS AND SCOOPS IN BOWLS IN WALK IN COOLER 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 STORAGE BINS AND BOWLS.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE GASKETS OF BOTH REACH IN COOLER UNITS IN THE FRONT WOK/PREPARATION AREA TO BE HEAVILY TORN AND DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE OR REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SHELVES OF STANDING ONE DOOR WHITE FREEZER IN SIDE STORAGE AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN FREE OF BUILD UP.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED 3 OUT OF 4 LIGHT FIXTURES IN SOUTH END DRY STORAGE AREA TO NOT BE FUNCTIONAL AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE LIGHTS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT INTENSITY IN THE SIDE STORAGE AREA AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED 3 OUT OF 4 LIGHT FIXTURES IN SOUTH END DRY STORAGE AREA TO NOT BE FUNCTIONAL AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE LIGHTS TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT INTENSITY IN THE SIDE STORAGE AREA AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

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.