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SSYAL GINSENG HOUSE, INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SSYAL GINSENG HOUSE, INC (AKA: KOREAN CHICKEN SOUP HOUSE) 4201 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60630 Restaurant
September 20, 2010 Canvass License #1645714
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 162872 DATED 10/15/09. #32- CAULKING ON THE 2 COMPT SINK SPLASH GUARD WORN OUT. INSTRUCTED TO RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN. #34- MISSING FLOOR TILES AROUND AND BESIDE THE FLOOR DRAIN INSIDE THE LADIES WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR /REPLACE FLOOR TILES.CITATION NISSUED SERIOUS.
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.
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: ALL CLEAN UTENSILS, POTS AND PANS MUST BE STORED UPSIDE DOWN/INVERTED TO PREVENT POSSIBLE DUST ACCUMULATION.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE HOOD AND FILTER. WITH MINIMAL DUST AND GREASE BUILT UP. SCREEN OF THE EXIT DOOR NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.MUST REMOVE ALL THE ALUMINUM FOIL ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE STOVE AND AROUND THE PIPE. MUST REPLACE CRACKED AND STAINED CEILING TILES BESIDE CEILING VENT INSIDE THE LADIES WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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 #43
MINOR
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ALL WASHCLOTH USED FOR CLEANING THE PREP TABLES ,DINING TABLES AND TOP COUNTER MUST BE STORED IN A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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.
Violation #43
MINOR
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ALL WASHCLOTH USED FOR CLEANING THE PREP TABLES ,DINING TABLES AND TOP COUNTER MUST BE STORED IN A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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.

Health Department Information

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