New China Chop Suey
Last inspected: Aug 25, 2015
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Inspectors have visited New China Chop Suey seven times, with records going back to 2010. On Aug 25, 2015, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. Note that New China Chop Suey's inspection history hasn't been updated since Aug 25, 2015; current conditions may have shifted from what the file shows.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near five violations per visit.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “premises maintained free of litter”, showing up six times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting New China Chop Suey on the weaker side. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspection History
Aug 25, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN CAN OPENER AT REAR PREP TABLE, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF LARGE WHITE RICE COOKER, CLEAN BOTTOM OF FRYER AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN HOOD VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FROM THE FAUCET OF THE THREE COMP SINK; REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT THE ADDITIONAL FOOD HANDLER MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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May 13, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: COVING PEELING AND MISSING IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA. MUST RESEAL AND REPLACE COVING.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE REFRIGERATION AND STEM THERMOMTERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST LIFT BOXES AND OTHER ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND WALLS.
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Mar 27, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER ELEVATION OF FOOD PRODUCTS ON MILK CRATES INSTUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROPERLY ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS ON SHELVING , RACKS OR PLATFORM.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION #33 CORRECTED
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR TILES MISSING NEXT TO RANGE AND AT COUNTER AREA. FLOOR TILES NEED TO BE REPLACED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING PANELS SMOKED AND WATER STAINED IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CEILING PANELS ALSO WALLS GREASY NEXT TO VENTILATION HOOD.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN WALL AND VENTILATION HOOD
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD CAPS NEEDED ON LIGHTS AT FOOD PREP AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER NEEDS TO BE REMOVED FROM REAR STORAGE AREA
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Mar 13, 2013
Routine
7 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: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AROUND COMPRESSOR UNIT ADJACENT TO THE WALK IN COOLER ALSO NOTED QUARTER INCH GAPS AT BOTTOM AND SIDES OF REAR DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED A CITATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER ELEVATION OF FOOD PRODUCTS ON MILK CRATES INSTUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROPERLY ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS ON SHELVING , RACKS OR PLATFORM.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER AND COOLER SHELVING NEEDS CLEANING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR TILES MISSING NEXT TO RANGE AND AT COUNTER AREA. FLOOR TILES NEED TO BE REPLACED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING PANELS SMOKED AND WATER STAINED IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR OR REPLACE CEILING PANELS ALSO WALLS GREASY NEXT TO VENTILATION HOOD.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN WALL AND VENTILATION HOOD.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD CAPS NEEDED ON LIGHTS AT FOOD PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER NEEDS TO BE REMOVED FROM REAR STORAGE AREA.
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May 10, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 3, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 176749. V32-MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDS OF COOKING EQUIPTMENT. V35-MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, CLEAN OR REPAINT. V38-MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. V41- MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND USED ARTICLES FROM PREMISES, BETTER ORGANIZE WANTED ITEMS. CITATIONS 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. DATE ALL FOOD PRODUCTS NOT IN THE ORIGIONAL CONTAINER.
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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. REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARD, DISCOLORED,DEEP GROVES. REMOVE ALL ALUMINUM FOIL FROM SHELVES, SIDES OF PREP TABLE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 29
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 29
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 29
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 29.
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Mar 19, 2010
Routine
4 minor violations.
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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 TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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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 WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES, CLEAN OR REPAINT
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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 LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR 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. MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND UNUSED ARTICLES FROM PREMISES, BETTER ORGANIZE WANTED ITEMS
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was New China Chop Suey last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at New China Chop Suey on file is from Aug 25, 2015. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at New China Chop Suey?
Across the inspection record, “premises maintained free of litter” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at New China Chop Suey.
Has New China Chop Suey's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at New China Chop Suey have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at New China 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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