FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SUN WAH BAR-B-Q INC CO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 12, 2022
Complaint
License #2263820
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE FRONT PREP AREA STEAMTABLE- BBQ PORK AT 91.2 F, SQUID AT 50.0 F, COOKED CHICKEN AT 50.0 F, AND ORGAN MEATS AT 70.0 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD HOT AT A MINIMAL 135.0 F. FOUND SAID STEAMTABLE TURNED OFF AND WHEN ASKED TO TURN ON STEAM TABLE TEMPERATURE OVER 135.0 F. ALL OUT OF TEMPERATURE TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 3-DOOR STAND-UP SAUCE COOLER AND FRONT PREP AREA 1-DOOR REACH IN COOLER MISSING THERMOMETERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE SAID COOLERS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH FRONT DOORS AND REAR EXIT DOORS WITH 1/4 INCH GAP AT DOOR SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH FRONT DOORS AND REAR EXIT DOORS WITH 1/4 INCH GAP AT DOOR SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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