PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WING WAH LAU Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 5, 2022
License
License #2850883
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: ALUMINUM FOIL ON STOVE AND EQUIPMENT. PLASTIC LINING ON SIDES AND FRONT OF WOK STATION. INSTD TO REMOVE FOIL AND PLASTIC LINING AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE. DUCT TAPE BEING USED TO SECURE GASKETS ON COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTD TO REMOVE DUCT TAPE AND REPAIR/REPLACE WITH PROPER MATERIAL. DUCT TAPE IS PROHIBITED
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF STOVE, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, INBETWEEN FRYERS, ENTIRE WOK LINE, INCLUDING ALL ATTACHED PIPING, UNDERNEATH BURNERS, DRIP TRAYS, AND EXTERIOR SIDES ENCRUSTED WITH HEAVY GREASE/DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME. EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP AT INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZERS. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR THROUGH OUT PREMISES, ESPECIALLY UNDER AND BEHIND ENTIRE COOKING LINE HEAVILY ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD/DEBRIS/GREASE ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR THROUGH OUT PREMISES, ESPECIALLY UNDER AND BEHIND ENTIRE COOKING LINE HEAVILY ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD/DEBRIS/GREASE ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection