Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet
Last inspected: May 15, 2025
95
Score
Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet appears in inspection records 30 times, starting in 2010. Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet was last inspected on May 15, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around four violations per visit versus roughly two violations earlier in the record.
Looking across the full record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 13 times.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet is comfortably above that bar. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 15, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION ON EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. DEGREASE AND MANTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Feb 27, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN THE PREP COOLERS AND WALK-IN COOLERS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-T0-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HOT WATER HANDLE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP AREA NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES INSIDE OF WOMENS TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN UTILITY AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE BURNT OUR LIGHT BULB IN THE MAIN PREP LIGHT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Jan 26, 2023
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE LABEL ON COOKED SWEET AND SOUR CHICKEN WHICH WAS STORED IN WALK IN COOLER FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. ALSO OBSERVED NO DATE LABEL ON COOKED EGGROLLS THAT WAS STORED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DATE LABEL ON COOKED FOOD ITEMS IF STORE IN REFRIGERATION FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. THE DAY OF PREPARATION COUNTS AS DAY 1 AND MUST NOT BE HELD FOR MORE THAN 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD WAS DISCARDED BY EMPLOYEE. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 50 LBS AT A COST OF $400.00.
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Oct 4, 2022
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jul 29, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 28, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: SHOWS IMPROVEMENT, BUT STILL OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 LIVE FLIES IN THE DISH AND BULK STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND ELIMINATE ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNPROTECTED WOOD BEING USED AS SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST SEAL WOOD OR REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN CONTACT WITH SEWAGE WATER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL SPLASH AREAS UNDER DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVING THROUGHOUT FACILITY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL SEWAGE WATER FROM FLOORS INSIDE FACILITY, AND TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS AND WALLS THAT HAVE HAD CONTACT WITH SEWAGE WATER. MUST CLEAN BEHIND AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT ON COOKS LINE AND WORK TABLES, AND UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE/MOP SINK DRAINS.
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Jul 26, 2022
Complaint
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WASTE WATER AT THE FLOOR DRAIN NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLERS AND THE FLOOR DRAIN INSIDE THE SODA MACHINE ROOM, AS WELL AS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CALL A LICENSED PLUMBER TO REPAIR DRAINS AND TO DISCONTINUE KITCHEN OPERATIONS UNTIL PLUMBING IS FIXED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT SANITIZING. CHLORINE READING 0 PPM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. MACHINE TAGGED AND MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH AND SANITIZING PER DISH PLATE.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE 3-DOOR PREP COOLER. RAW CHICKEN, RAW BEEF, RAW PORK, EGGS, RAW FISH, AND TOFU FOUND AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 44F TO 48F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FLIES ON THE DISH MACHINE AND IN THE MOP SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY FROM THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN CONTACT WITH SEWAGE WATER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL SPLASH AREAS UNDER DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVING THROUGHOUT FACILITY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL SEWAGE WATER FROM FLOORS INSIDE FACILITY, AND TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS AND WALLS THAT HAVE HAD CONTACT WITH SEWAGE WATER. MUST CLEAN BEHIND AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT ON COOKS LINE AND WORK TABLES, AND UNDERNEATH THE DISH MACHINE/MOP SINK DRAINS.
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Feb 18, 2022
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE MENS AND WOMENS RESTROOM HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND RAW FISH SUBMERGED IN WATER WITH NO RUNNING WATER, THAWING, IN THE 2-COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TCS FOODS MUST BE THAWED ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE, SUCH AS UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS 41F OR BELOW OR UNDER RUNNING WATER (70F OR BELOW).
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER TEMPERATURE AT ONE OUT OF THE THREE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM AT 61F. MUST REPAIR WATER TEMPERATURE TO 100F. MANAGEMENT REPAIRED SINK BEFORE END OF INSPECTION AND WATER IS NOW AT 100F.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: FOUND MULTIPLE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE VENTILATION HOOD. MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOUND ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. MUST PROVIDE VALID, NON-EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AND KEEP ON SITE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND ALL ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORDS FOR EMPLOYEE VACCINATION OR WEEKLY TESTING AS REQUIRED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WRITTEN RECORD.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SIGNAGE INSIDE THE FACILITY INFORMING PATRONS OF THE FULL VACCINATION REQUIREMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO POST SIGNAGE AT ALL PUBLIC ENTRANCES AND INSIDE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT REGARDING MASKS AND VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS.
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Feb 21, 2020
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED INADEQUATE FOOD STORAGE PRACTICES. OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN STORED DIRECTLY OVER AN OPEN BUCKET OF PEELED POTATOES, RAW CHICKEN STORED DIRECTLY ABOVE GREEN BEANS, AND RAW SQUID STORED DIRECTLY OVER ABOVE INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. FOOD SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM CROSS CONTAMINATION BY ARRANGING ALL FOODS TO BE STORED, HELD, AND DISPLAYED IN ORDER OF MINIMUM COOKING TEMPERATURES. VIOLATION CORRECTED ON SITE; FACILITY HAS REMOVED/DISCARDED THE POTATOES, EGGS, AND GREEN BEANS FROM UNDERNEATH THE RAW MEATS AND STORED ALL FOOD ITEMS CORRECTLY AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. -
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE BUFFET HOT HOLD UNITS: 1/8# OF PIZZA (115F), 1# OF BURGERS(113F), 4# OF CHICKEN(108F), 1# OF CRAB(94F), 2# OF VEGGIE EGG ROLLS(121F), 1/2# OF MUSSLES(86F), 1# OF OCTOPUS(83F). ALL TCS FOODS SHALL BE HELD BELOW 41F OR ABOVE 135F AT ALL TIMES. VIOLATION CORRECTED ON SITE; FACILITY DISCARDED THE OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOODS WITH A REPORTED TOTAL VALUE OF $50. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. -
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND PREP COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA: 1# OF MUSSELS(48F), 1# OF SHRIMP(51F). ALL TCS FOODS SHALL BE HELD BELOW 41F OR ABOVE 135F AT ALL TIMES. VIOLATION CORRECTED ON SITE; FACILITY DISCARDED THE OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOODS WITH A REPORTED TOTAL VALUE OF $50. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-38-005. SEE ABOVE VIOLATION FOR CITATION ISSUED. -
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED FOODS STORED THROUGHOUT FACILITY OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND WITHOUT IDENTIFYING LABELS. MUST PROVIDE IDENTIFYING LABELS ON ALL FOODS. ONLY THE REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT FOODS, THAT ARE PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS NEED THE ADDITIONAL LABELS; DATE MARKING THE PREPARATION AND CONSUME BY/DISCARD DATE (MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS TOTAL). -
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE PLATES AND SOUP CUPS IN THE BUFFET AREA STORED IMPROPERLY. MUST STORE ALL CLEAN UTENSILS INVERTED/FACE DOWN TO PREVENT EXPOSURE TO POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION. -
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Nov 6, 2019
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE WALL BEHIND THE DEEP FRYERS.
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Oct 12, 2019
Complaint
No violations found.
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May 31, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW SHRIMP STORED IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH CARDBOARD BOXES THAT PREVIOUSLY WERE USED TO STORE RAW CHICKEN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED NOT TO REUSE THE BOXES THAT WERE PREVIOUSLY USED TO STORE RAW CHICKEN. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROX. 40# OF FOOD WORTH $120. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN THE PREP COOLERS AND WALK-IN COOLERS NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-T0-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PACKAGES OF IMITATION CRAB MEAT THAWING IN STANDING WATER IN THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO THAW FOOD PROPERLY.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE COOLERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUMPLINGS STORED IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH A CARDBOARD BOX IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS WHICH CAN BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE WOK STATION AND INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS.
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Mar 1, 2018
Complaint
No violations found.
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Feb 15, 2018
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNLABELED COOKED/PREPARED FOODS IN COLD HOLDING UNITS AND WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD INCLUDING STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING GRILL, BHIND GRILL, HOOD AND SHELVES IN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE ON CONTACT SURFACE AND INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER OR SYRUP SPILLS ON FLOOR UNDER THE SODA SYRUP SHELF IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS (2) AND WALK-IN FREEZER IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATERMELON BOXES STORED ON FLOOR CARPET IN REAR PRIVATE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERTY IN FOOD PREP AREA AND ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS 6-INCH OFF THE FLOOR.
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Feb 8, 2018
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK AND PINK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES SEVERE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PART OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED AT FOOD PREP AREA LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN THE ADDRESSED ICE MACHINE AND DO NOT USE UNTIL THE VIOLATION CORRECTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-005 (A)
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL THREE WASHBOWLS(HAND SINK) IN CUSTOMERS/EMPLOYEES TOILETROOMS NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT WASHBOWLS(HAND SINK) IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNLABELED COOKED/PREPARED FOODS IN COLD HOLDING UNITS AND WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD INCLUDING STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT INCLUDING GRILL, BHIND GRILL, HOOD AND SHELVES IN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE ON CONTACT SURFACE AND INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER OR SYRUP SPILLS ON FLOOR UNDER THE SODA SYRUP SHELF IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS (2) AND WALK-IN FREEZER IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATERMELON BOXES STORED ON FLOOR CARPET IN REAR PRIVATE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERTY IN FOOD PREP AREA AND ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS 6-INCH OFF THE FLOOR.
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Apr 21, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,2 & 3 DOOR REAR REACH IN COOLERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WOK STATION & FAUCETS,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,ALL PREP AND REACH IN COOLERS,EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND GARBAGE CANS,ROLLING CARTS,DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,WALK IN COOLERS SHELVING UNITS AND FAN GUARD COVERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA,MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA,DAMAGED WALL BASE NEAR REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,FITERS AND HOOD.MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS
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Apr 6, 2017
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ON STEAM TABLE .5LBS DIM SUM 128.1F,ON COLD HOLDING UNIT BAR 7LBS. OF PLATED VARIETY OF SUSHI 49.8F,46.3F,51.3F,52.6F,52.1F,48.5F,47.4F,50.0F,49.7F,48.6F,49.6F.,INSIDE OF REACH IN COOLER 25 LBS. CUT COOKED ,CRAB 43.6F-44.8F,IN A PLASTIC BUSS PAN ON SHELVING UNIT IN REAR PREP AREA 15LBS. COOKED RICE 63.8F,10LBS. COOKED NOODLES 60.7F,12LBS. COOKED YELLOW RICE 60.9F.,.5LB COOKED SWEET POTATOES 56.5F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW,HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.80 LBS. $155.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF .OBSERVED REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK WITH ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE AND DISH WASHING AREA HAND SINK WITH A PLASTIC BUCKET INSIDE OF BASIN,ROLLING CART AND BROOM & DUST PAN STORED IN FRONT OF SINK .ARTICLES HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM INSIDE AND IN FRONT OF HAND SINKS AT THIS TIME.MUST KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD BOXES ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER AND GREASE ON LID OF GREASE CONTAINER AND LID WIDE OPEN.MANAGER HAD EMPLOYEES TO CLEAN AREA DURING INSPECTION.GROUND AND GREASE CONTAINER IS NOW CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,2 & 3 DOOR REAR REACH IN COOLERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WOK STATION & FAUCETS,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,ALL PREP AND REACH IN COOLERS,EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND GARBAGE CANS,ROLLING CARTS,DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,CUTTING BOARDS,WALK IN COOLERS SHELVING UNITS AND FAN GUARD COVERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA,MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA,DAMAGED WALL BASE NEAR REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,FITERS AND HOOD.MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS
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Dec 8, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE #10 CAN OPENER IN THE REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A NEW WALL IN FRONT OF THE DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED/SEALED(BOTTOM OPEN, INSTRUCTED TO CONNECT TO WALL AND SEAL BOTTOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GRAFFITI IN BOTH RESTROOMS, NEED TO REMOVE/REPAINT. (FROM REPORT 1975635 DATE 11/17/2016).
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Nov 17, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR PREP TABLES NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOTH RESTROOMS CEILING VENTS DUSTY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ALSO CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN SAME AREA. OBSERVED GRAFFITI IN BOTH RESTROOMS, NEED TO REMOVE/REPAINT.
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Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED IMPROPERLY ON PREP TABLES, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER
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Apr 18, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR SLICER, #10 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLERS, AND FRYER DOOR. NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN WOK STATION/DRIP TRAYS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER UNDER THE REAR STORAGE SHELVES, AND UNDER DISH MACHINE, INSTRUCTED TO DRY MOP, KEEP FLOORS DRY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO CLEAN CEILING VENTS(DUSTY), INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN REMOVE DUST. ALSO CLEAN WALLS BEHIND THE DISH MACHINE.
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Sep 21, 2015
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 4-7-15 INSPECTION # 1464831. VIOLATION #45. FOUND FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND HOOD EXHAUST NOT CLEAN. HOOD EXHAUST MUST BE CLEANED.
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Apr 7, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT SETUP PROPERLY. FOUND 0PPM CHLORINE AT SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.TESTED FOR CHLORINE LEVELS USING CHLORINE TEST STRIPS. ALSO, OBSERVED DISHES NOT BEING SANITIZED AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. . CRITICAL VIOLATION. 7-38-030. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ADD CHLORINE TO SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.(100ppm)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. (FLOUR, SUGAR, STARCH, ETC.) MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD ITEMS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Mar 25, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, and reach in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler , and reach in cooler.
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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 racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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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 shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning (crevices), reach in cooler shelving, racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, lower shelving of prep table not clean, need cleaning. Rear kitchen storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, 3 compartment sink not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage rooms not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in kitchen prep area that had missing grout by dish machine area shall be repaired.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, not clean, need cleaning, walls in rear storage areas not clean, need cleaning(detailed). Damaged stained ceiling tiles in dining area shall be repaired/replaced.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in reach in cooler, kitchen prep area not clean need cleaning(detailed). Exhaust vents(ventilation) in rear storage room, and bathrooms not clean need detailed cleaning.
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Oct 9, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL EXPOSED HAND SINK, SPLASH GUARD OF THE DISH MACHINE AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK CAULKING, WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO RE CAULK AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CARPET IN ONE OF THE PRIVATE DINING ROOM NOT CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO VACUUM /CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER WITH FOOD DEBRIS. FLOOR AROUND THE WATER HEATER IN THE FURNACE ROOM WITH DEBRIS AND DUST ACCUMULATED. FLOOR UNDER THE DEEP FRYER WITH GREASE ACCUMULATED.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALL STOCKS INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER MUST BE ELEVATED 6" OFF THE FLOOR. OR PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE STOCKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GAP AROUND THE PIPE IN THE FURNACE ROOM. MUST SEAL ALL THE GAP. HOOD/FILTER WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN ALL 5 BUFFET ISLAND. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULBS. LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING ON THE PIPE UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.
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Oct 10, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found Sushi on display at improper temperature. Found 5lbs of various Sushi at 49.1 F to 52.3 F and hamburgers in warmer approximately 5 lbs at 110.0 F. Instructed manager that Sushi and all potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40 F or below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). Value $50, 10 lbs. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Bulk storage containers not properly labled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Sinks, utensils, storage shelves, prep tables, cooking equipment, interior panel of ice machine not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor in dining area, prep and storage area not cleaned. Instructed to detail daily.
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Feb 3, 2012
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SNEEZE GUARD OR BARRIER AT SOFT SERVE (ICE CREAM) MACHINE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT RUSTY METAL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER OR REPLACE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND FRYER WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE PIZZA/PASTRY DISPLAY UNIT OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY (COLD) FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK (REAR DINING AREA).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (EMPTY BOXES, FOIL ETC.) STORED ON TOP OF (2) WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE (REAR FOOD PREP AREA).
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Jan 9, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SNEEZE GUARD OR BARRIER AT SOFT SERVE (ICE CREAM) MACHINE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT RUSTY METAL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER OR REPLACE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND FRYER WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE PIZZA/PASTRY DISPLAY UNIT OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY (COLD) FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK (REAR DINING AREA).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (EMPTY BOXES, FOIL ETC.) STORED ON TOP OF (2) WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE (REAR FOOD PREP AREA).
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Aug 25, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVINGS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER RAISED SHELVES FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Oct 20, 2010
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT 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. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND BOXES STORED ON TOP OF REACH-IN COOLERS TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
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May 13, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. FOUND COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EG POTATO SALAD, SEAFOOD SALAD, CARROT SALAD ETC) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, DISPLAY AND SERVICE AT COLD HOLDING BUFFET TABLE. NOTED POTATO SALAD AT 48.2F, SEAFOOD SALAD AT 47.4F, CARROT SALAD AT 46.5F, CUT MELON AT 46.2F, VANILLA AND CHOCOLATE PUDDING AT 46.8F, SLICED FRUIT SALAD AT 45.9F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW, AND HOT FOODS MUST MAINTAIN HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE. COLD HOLDING BUFFET TABLE INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 40.2F. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL AMOUNT OF $50.00, TOTAL WEIGHT OF 20 LBS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 (A)
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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. INSTRUCTED RE CAULK OLD, WORN OUT CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILDUP BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, BEHIND DISH MACHINE, AROUND 2 EXPOSED HAND SINK AT FRONT SERVICE AREA.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH WASHING MACHINE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. INSTRUCTED TO STORE CLEANING SUPPLIES (DISHWASHING SOAP, SANITIZER) 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING IN STORAGE ROOM (WHERE HOT WATER TANK LOCATED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet on file is from May 15, 2025. The public record contains 30 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 13 times, more than any other issue at Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet.
Has Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet have averaged around four violations per visit, up from roughly two earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ming Brickyard Super China Buffet Inc. — Super China Buffet is inspected around two times per year on average.
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