FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
YUMMY YUMMY ASIAN CUISINE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 18, 2021
Complaint
License #3669
10
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
7
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
10
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: REAR EXIT SCREENED DOOR NOTED WITH OPEN 1" GAPS ON THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD AND SIDES. ALSO TORN MESH SCREEN OF THE DOOR WITH AN OPEN HOLE. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SCREENED DOOR ON ALL SIDES AND NO OPEN HOLES IN MESH SCREENING.
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 #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST NOT STORE IN USE UTENSILS ON THE FAUCET OF THE HAND WASHING SINK.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MUST NOT STORE CLEAN UTENSILS AND FOOD CONTAINERS ON REAR PATIO. MUST STORE INDOORS ON CLEAN SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS FOOD CONTAINERS THROUGHOUT ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE WASHABLE FOOD CONTAINERS.----NOTED CRACKED/DAMAGED PLASTIC FOOD CONTAINER REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST REPLACE.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES IN THE KITCHEN AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION.
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: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD OR PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING IN THE REAR KITCHEN. SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.----MUST NOT USE RAW WOOD AS A SPLASH GUARD ON ANY SHELVING OR EQUIPMENT.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING THE MICROWAVE OVEN WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.----DIRTY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND DIRTY EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS NOTED.----DIRTY SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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: FLOORS NOTED THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN UNDER AND BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS, SINKS, WOK COOKS LINE, UNDER ALL SHELVING WITH FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE, DEAD ROACHES AND DIRT.----WALLS NOTED THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD SPLATTER AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN ALL 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: FLOORS NOTED THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN UNDER AND BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS, SINKS, WOK COOKS LINE, UNDER ALL SHELVING WITH FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE, DEAD ROACHES AND DIRT.----WALLS NOTED THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD SPLATTER AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN ALL 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
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CDPH Food Protection