Kamehachi of Tokyo

240 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611

Japanese / Sushi

Last inspected: Jun 17, 2011

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2010, Kamehachi of Tokyo has three inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Jun 17, 2011. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Kamehachi of Tokyo's record stops at Jun 17, 2011, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

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

Across the inspection history, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded three times.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jun 17, 2011

Reinspection

3 minor violations.

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

Inspector notes: REMAINS

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

Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT ON SOME CEILING PANELS AT DISHROOM-MUST FIX/ADDRESS. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.

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

Inspector notes: REMAINS

Jun 10, 2011

Routine

5 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: (7-38-020) EVIDENCE OF SMALL/FRUIT ACTIVITY FOUND AT FRONT WAIT STAFF AREA (15-ON WALLS & ON BORDER OF PICTURE FRAMES); 12-ON WALL AROUND REAR DOOR; 8-ON WALLS AROUND THE SUMP PUMP OUTSIDE OF REAR DOOR TO STAIRS. ALL AFFECTED AREAS MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED & SOURCE MUST BE ELIMINATED. 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.

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

Inspector notes: RUSTY SHELVINGS IN WALK-IN COOLER MSUT BE RE-SEALED/REPLACED. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.

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

Inspector notes: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR FLOOR OF ALL BAR COOLERS,BOTTOM PART OF SUSHI PREP TABLE AT FRONT PREP AREA-DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS/SPILLS.

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

Inspector notes: FLOOR AROUND SUMP PUMP, ALONG WALLBASES AT BAR & FRONT SUSHI STATION NEED CLEANING DUE TO FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.

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

Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAK UNDER THE BAR SINK FROM A SODA LINE; HOT WATER KNOB OF 3-COMP SINK IN REAR SUSHI PREP STATION IS LOOSE. THESE PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE FIXED.

Sep 29, 2010

Routine

5 minor violations.

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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. PREP COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED (ALONG COOKLINE). MUST REPAIR OR 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. OBSERVED ICE BLOCK BUILD UP ON REAR OF REACH IN COOLER AT SUSHI PREP KITCHEN, SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE AND UNCLEAN BAR GUN HOLDER/PLASTIC TUBE AT BAR GUN HOLDER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT.

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. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT/PAPER ON CEILING TILES ABOVE SUSHI KITCHEN AND DISHMACHINE ALSO OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AT SAME LOCATIONS. MUST CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN WALLS AND REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES.

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. SUSHI KITCHEN HANDWASH BOWL FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

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. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSIDE SUSHI PREP REACH IN COOLER (LOWER COOLER).

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kamehachi of Tokyo last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kamehachi of Tokyo on file is from Jun 17, 2011. The public record contains three inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kamehachi of Tokyo?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kamehachi of Tokyo.

Has Kamehachi of Tokyo's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Kamehachi of Tokyo 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 Kamehachi of Tokyo 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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