China Station
Last inspected: Apr 14, 2016
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Score
Inspectors have visited China Station six times, with records going back to 2013. The most recent report on file is from Apr 14, 2016. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The most recent inspection at China Station is from Apr 14, 2016, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near three violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up four times.
China Station scores about where you'd expect for a Chicago restaurant. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 14, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND WALK IN COOLER TO BE IMPROPER:-EGGS 66.7F, SHRIMPS 45.1F/50.3F, CHICKEN 49.8F, NOODLES 44.9F/45.3F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 60 LBS OF FOOD WORTH $120.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED WITH GREASE ON TOP, LID, LIPS AND DRIPPING DOWN THE SIDES TO THE GROUND. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES START CLEANING THE CONTAINER. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKETS INSIDE THE SERVICE PREP-COOLER AND INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE....NOTED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN TIN CANS AND GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILT UP INSIDE UPRIGHT FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 17, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GRESE BUILD-UP AT THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Apr 10, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 05/21/14 REPORT#1471289 (30)Found food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, and reach in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, and reach in freezer. 32 Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced, reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced. Rear storage shelving, panels that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed. 33 Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in freezer lower shelving not clean, needs detailed cleaning. 08/21/2014 34 Floors in kitchen prep area under heavy equipment, rear storage areas under storage shelving, not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GRESE BUILD-UP AT THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA 6INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL.FOR EASY OF CLEANING AND PEST MONITORING.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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May 21, 2014
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, and reach in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, and reach in freezer.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced, reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be repaired/replaced. Rear storage shelving, panels that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), reach in freezer lower shelving not clean, needs detailed cleaning.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in kitchen prep area under heavy equipment, rear storage areas under storage shelving, not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning, damaged/stained ceiling tiles shall be replaced.
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May 30, 2013
License
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE MOP SINK.
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May 23, 2013
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was China Station last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at China Station on file is from Apr 14, 2016. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at China Station?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at China Station.
Has China Station's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at China Station have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at China Station 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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