Joye Chop Suey
Last inspected: Dec 16, 2014
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Score
Going back to 2010, Joye Chop Suey has 11 inspections in the public record. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 16, 2014. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues. Public records show no inspections at Joye Chop Suey since Dec 16, 2014, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around three violations lately and about five violations before that.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited eight times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Dec 16, 2014
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLE AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE SPICE CONTAINER ON THE PREP TABLE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS STILL NEED A GENARAL CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE WALL AND FLOORS. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT FUTHER ENTRY POINT FOR RODENTS.
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Dec 9, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND 3 DOOR COOLER. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLE AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE SPICE CONTAINER ON THE PREP TABLE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE AND LITTER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE WALL AND FLOORS. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT FUTHER ENTRY POINT FOR RODENTS.
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Feb 18, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOOD IN REACH IN COOLER NOT LABELED NOR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO DATE AND LABEL FOOD.
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Feb 7, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVE EMPLOYEE NOT SANITIZING UTENSILS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1202782 (CONDUCTED ON 5-9-2013 AND REINSPECTION # 1202762 CONDUCTED ON 05-23-2013. VIOLATION # 33. MUST CLEAN THE HOOD... REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLERS. 35. MUST SEAL ALL OPENING AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOOD IN REACH IN COOLER NOT LABELED NOR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO DATE AND LABEL FOOD.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET DOOR.
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May 23, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD, AND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE,PREP TABLE,CHEST FREEZER. MUST DEFROST FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOORING AND GROUT FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FLOOR THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REMOVE THE GREASE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL AND WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM, UNDER 3- COMP SINK, REAR STORAGE AREA , NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK AND WHERE NEEDED. CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA IN POOR REPAIR AND WATER STAINED IN SOME PLACES. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS, WINDOW IN LOBBY. MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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May 9, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND 10-15 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR AREAS UNDER STORAGE SHELF,REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER SHELVING UNITS.ALSO FRONT AND REAR SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF. HAVE YOUR PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN COME HERE AND SERVICE THE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/9/2013.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD, AND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE,PREP TABLE,CHEST FREEZER. MUST DEFROST FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOORING & GROUT FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FLOOR THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP. MUST REMOVE THE GREASE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL .
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL AND WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM, UNDER 3- COMP SINK, REAR STORAGE AREA , NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK AND WHERE NEEDED. CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA IN POOR REPAIR AND WATER STAINED IN SOME PLACES. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS, WINDOW IN LOBBY. MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3 COMP SINK AND MISSING FAUCET HANDLE AT WOK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR AREA AND IN FRONT AREA BY THE SERVICE COUNTER, CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Feb 15, 2012
Complaint
12 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF RAW EGGS 53.2F,SHRIMP 45.4F,COOKED RICE 54.0F,COOKED CHICKEN 45.1F,ON PREP TABLE.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED & DENATURED.APPX.28 LBS. $61.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)CITATION ISSUED.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: 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.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS UNDER STORAGE SHELF,REAR STORAGE AREA UNDER SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLE.ALSO FRONT & REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.ALSO NO PEST CONTROL LICENSE & NO MAP,MSDS .MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS,PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/15/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: 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.MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.MUST STORE KNIFES FROM IN BETWEEN WALLS & EQUIPMENT.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS,PREP TABLES NOT SMOOTH & EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE,PREP TABLE,CHEST FREEZER.MUST DEFROST FREEZERS.
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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.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS.DEEP FRYERS,STOVE,WOK,FILTERS,HOOD,SINKS,SHELVING UNITS,EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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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.MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOORING.
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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 CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANEL OVER 3- COMP SINK,HOLE IN WALL & WALL BASES IN TOILET ROOM,UNDER 3- COMP SINK,REAR STORAGE AREA ,NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK & WHERE NEEDED,CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA IN POOR REPAIR.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS,WINDOW IN LOBBY.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST REMOVE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES(SHOES,PILLOWS,BEDDING,CLOTHING,ETC.)
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Jun 16, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN OUTSIDE ALL COOLING/COOKING EQUIPRMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL SHELVES AND HEAVY EQUIPTENT.
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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. SEAL ALL HOLES ON WALLS PREVENTING INSECT HARBORAGE. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS THROUGHT/PAINT WHERE NEEDED. DETAIL CLEAN ALL ATTACHEMENTS. REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN SCREEN DOOR IN REAR.
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Feb 16, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 26, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINORS NOT CORRECTED SEE REPORT #176800-DATED 3/23/2010. V32-MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE V33-MUST CLEAN VENTS AND HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND INTERIOR AND TOP SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT 34-MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES. MUST CORRECT VIOLATION BY ABOVE DATE 2/2/2011
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: see violation 29 for deails.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: see violation 29 for details
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: see violation 29 for details.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.
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Mar 23, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. MUST REMOVE ALL TOWELS, PAPER AND CARDBOARD FROM COUNTER SURFACES, SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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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. MUST CLEAN VENTS AND HOODED AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND INTERIOR AND TOP SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE WANTED ITEMS, DISCARD UNUSED ITEMS
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Joye Chop Suey last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Joye Chop Suey on file is from Dec 16, 2014. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Joye Chop Suey?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Joye Chop Suey.
Has Joye Chop Suey's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Joye Chop Suey have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Joye Chop Suey 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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