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Kyu Sushi Chicago

939 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60622
Japanese / Sushi
Last inspected: Apr 4, 2013
86
Score
Low Risk

Public records show four inspections at Kyu Sushi Chicago stretching back to 2010. On Apr 4, 2013, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. Public records show no inspections at Kyu Sushi Chicago since Apr 4, 2013, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

Compared to the broader Chicago restaurant scene, where the average is 81, this is a stronger showing. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 4, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cooking equipment, exhaust and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls not maintained in prep area. Instructed to detail clean and repaint walls.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not shielded in prep area. Instructed to shield all bulbs and provided end caps.
36
86
Mar 26, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Evidence of rodent activity found on premises. Observed rat dropping behind reach-in cooler over 30 plus droppings and in corner southwest of three compartment sink-approximately 15 rat droppings. Also, licensed pest control services not provided on premises and logbook not being maintained. Instructed to have licensed pest control service premises and provide logbook with all required documents. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
18
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. Low temperature dishmachine sanitizer at 0 ppm. Instructed that low temperature dishmachine must properly sanitize at 100 ppm Chlorine. Serious citation issued 7-38-030. "Held for Inspection" tag placed on dishmachine.
24
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cooking equipment, exhaust and filters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor not cleaned along wallbase and behind equipment. Instructed to detail clean daily.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Walls not maintained in prep area. Instructed to detail clean and repaint walls.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulbs not shielded in prep area. Instructed to shield all bulbs and provided end caps.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Sink stoppers not provided at three compartment sink. Intructed to provide stoppers for each compartment.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
41
67
Dec 3, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 24, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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.FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENTS THROUGH RAT DROPPINGS APPROXIMATELY 20 RAT DROPPINGS IN CLUTTERED BASEMENT AREA,REAR SIDE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/2 INCH MODE OF ENTRY,SEAL ALL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS IN BASEMENT,ALONG REAR STAIRCASE,MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
18
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS,DISHWARE IN KITCHEN MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS,COOLERS,SHELVINGS,COUNTERS BEHIND SUSHI BAR,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN and maintain the floors and baseboards so they are smooth and sanitary from corner to corner.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING DEBRI ON WALL IN BASEMENT ALONG CHEST FREEZERS-MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT AREAS,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Kyu Sushi Chicago last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Kyu Sushi Chicago on file is from Apr 4, 2013. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Kyu Sushi Chicago?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Kyu Sushi Chicago.

Has Kyu Sushi Chicago's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Kyu Sushi Chicago have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Kyu Sushi Chicago 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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