Ben Pao

52 W Illinois, Chicago, IL 60654

Chinese

Last inspected: Oct 3, 2011

100

Score

Low Risk

With just two inspections in the record, there isn't enough history to establish a clear pattern. On Oct 3, 2011, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Public records show no inspections at Ben Pao since Oct 3, 2011, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around zero violations across recent inspections versus roughly six violations before.

Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Ben Pao is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Oct 3, 2011

Complaint

No violations found.

100

May 17, 2010

Routine

6 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. High temperature dishmachine not sanitizing while used, Final Rinse temperature at 172 F. Instructed manager to repair and maintain dishmachine, Final Rinse temperature must reach a minimal of 180 F to sanitize. Citation issued. Ticket #H000058045 15.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. Observed prep coolers reach in and walk in cooler door rubber gaskets ripped. Must repair/replace all damaged coolers door gaskets.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. The following not clean- observed slight lime build up inside both ice machines, food build up on lower side of table tops/lower side of dishmachine drain boards. Must clean and maintain equipment.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Observed accumilated food/dirt build up inside floor drains. Must detail clean and maintain interior of all unclean floor drains.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. Must seal all small holes in walls at prep area and replace all stained ceiling tiles above 3-compartment sink.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. Bar 1-compartment sink pipe leaks and 3-compartment sink faucet leaking at base. Must repair and maintain sinks.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ben Pao last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ben Pao on file is from Oct 3, 2011. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Ben Pao's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Ben Pao have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ben Pao means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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