TOKYO 21 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ON SITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREMISES IN 1ST FLOOR SUSHI BAR ON SHELVES,IN 1ST FLOOR MAIN PREP AREA ALONG SIDE SMALL CONDIMENT COOLER,BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN DISHWASHING AREA,IN BASEMENT UNDER ALL STORAGE SHELVES,UNDER SYRUP DISPENCER AND AROUND HOT WATER HEATER. ALSO FOUND DROPPINGS UNDER SYRUP DISPENCER IN 2ND FLOOR STORGAE CLOSET. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANIES SERVICE THE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT ALL MULTI USE ITEMS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

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.

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. MUST SEAL SMALL OPENING ALONG THE BOTTOM OF REAR SIDE DOOR LEADING TO OUTSIDE VALET AREA. REPALCE BROKEN SLIDING GLASS DOOR AT 1ST FLOOR SUSHI BAR DISPLAY COOLER.

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. CLEAN VENT COVER IN 2ND FLOOR WOMENS WASHROOM.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND CRACKS IN FLOORS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS,BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN DISHWASHING AREAS, AND IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND HARBORAGE.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN DISHWASHING AREA ARE IN POOR REPAIR. MUST CLOSE ALL OPENINGS AND HOLES TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND HARBORAGE. ALSO REPALCE ALL CRACKED WALL TILES ALONG NORTH WALL IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. REPAIR CEILING OVER ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN DISHWASHING AREA ARE IN POOR REPAIR. MUST CLOSE ALL OPENINGS AND HOLES TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND HARBORAGE. ALSO REPALCE ALL CRACKED WALL TILES ALONG NORTH WALL IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. REPAIR CEILING OVER ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.

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.