New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant
Last inspected: Oct 11, 2016
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Across the available record, New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant has six inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Oct 11, 2016. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant's record stops at Oct 11, 2016, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about six violations before that.
Across the inspection history, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant on the better side of that line. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Oct 11, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON PREP AREA FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRYER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR IN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAING ON PREP AREA CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL PEELING PAINT AT PREP AREA CEILING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN CONTAINER FOR ICE SCOOP.
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Jul 1, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ICE BUILT-UP IN WALK-IN FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND BETTER MAINTAIN, USING CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO INVEST IN FOOD GRADE BAGS, AND NO LID FOR ICE BIN BEHIND BAR, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT MAINTAINED IN STORAGE AREAS LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE, SIDE AND REAR DOOR AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN BOTH AREAS,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN STORAGE AREAS LEADING TO THE REAR AND SIDE OUTSIDE AREAS; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOOR, AWAY FROM WALLS, SMELLY ODORS COMING FROM BASEMENT AREA, INSTRUCT TO CLEAN AREA, UNABLE TO GAIN ENTRY TO BASEMENT AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KEY UPON NEXT VISIT,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Sep 12, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXHAUST HOOD FILTERS AND LIGHT COVER NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR NOT MAINTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT NOT INSTALLED INSIDE STORAGE CLOSET IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LIGHT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HANDSINK IN BAR LEAKING AT DRAINLINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT LEAK.
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Aug 16, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SANITIZE; CABINETS, MICROWAVE OVENS, STORAGE SHELVES AND MOP SINK IN THE PREP AREA, AND UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AT THE BAR AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST ON FLOORS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS IN THE KITCHEN, ALL 10 KARAOKE ROOMS, BASEMENT AND BAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING PANELS IN THE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE PANELS. FOOD DEBRIS/DIRT ON EAST WALL BEHIND MOP SINK; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE. ALSO OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ON VENT COVERS IN WASHROOMS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO VISIBLE BACK FLOW PREVENTER FOR ICE MACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE BACK FLOW PREVENTER. RUST ON GREASE TRAP UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT TRAP; AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN THE KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER INSIDE DRIED FOOD STORAGE CLOSET; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOOR, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Dec 21, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE OF SANITATION. CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE WALL IS EXPIRED DATED 6/7/12. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO TAKE SANITATION CLASS AGAIN AND BE CERTIFIED UNDER CITY OF CHICAGO. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-012.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR TRU-OUT BASEMENT AND INSIDE THE X7 STORAGE ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: STAINED CEILING TILES TRU-OUT PREP/KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE TILES AND MAINTAIN. BIG HOLE ON THE WALLS IN #3 ROOM. MUST SEAL THE HOLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE LIGHT BULBS IN THE PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER INSIDE X5 STORAGE ROOM(WITH PERSONAL ITEMS,OLD FURNITURES,ETC) AND ALSO IN THE BASEMENT(WOODS, OLD CHAIRS, OLD SOFA,ETC). INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD UNUSED ITEMS/ARTICLES NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE. ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF THE FLOOR.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: FOUND ASHTRAY WITH CIGARETTE BUTTS AND BOX OF CIGARETTE INSIDE ONE OF THE STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL ASHTRAYS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM ANY AREA WHERE SMOKING IS PROHIBITED. MANAGER DISCARDED THE ASHTRAY INTO THE GARBAGE CAN IN FRONT OF ME. CITATION ISSUED 7-32-020C
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Aug 2, 2010
Routine
6 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. cooler shelving that had peeling paint, rust shall be repair/replaced.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, ice machine need cleaning.
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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. floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and storge area need cleaning.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. ceiling tiles in prep area not clean need cleaning.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. light shields in prep area need cleaning.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. exhaust(ventilation) in kitchen area, bathrooms need detailed cleaning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant on file is from Oct 11, 2016. The public record contains six inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant.
Has New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at New Chicago Restaurant — Waba Korean Restaurant 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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