THREE HAPPINESS RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS INSIDE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN GASKETS AT UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR AND CHEST FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD, CLOTH, AND ALUMINUM LINING FROM PREP SHELVES AND RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STAINS AND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD AT PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD SURFACES IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST FROM MIXER

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING AND SANITIZING: EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR COOKING EQUIPMENT, GREASE TRAPS, VENT COVERS IN KITCHEN AND TOILET ROOMS, SEWAGE CLOSET, COMPRESSOR UNIT IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, RACKS/SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS

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.

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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALL BASE UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT AND DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ATTACHED WIRES AND CEILING IN 1ST.FLOOR KITCHEN.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND REPLACE LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN ON 1ST. FLOOR.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND REPLACE LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN ON 1ST. FLOOR.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.