Noodle Creations

2312-2314 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Asian / Fusion

Last inspected: Nov 6, 2023

100

Score

Low Risk

Across the available record, Noodle Creations has four inspections on file, the first dated 2021. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 6, 2023. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer. The file hasn't been updated since Nov 6, 2023, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around zero violations lately and about four violations before that.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “adequate ventilation & lighting”, showing up two times.

Noodle Creations' latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Nov 6, 2023

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Oct 26, 2023

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE(QUAT) FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SANITIZER SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE TEST KIT AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT BULBS IN HOOD SYSTEM TO BE BLOWN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Oct 5, 2022

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: LEAK AT 3 COMP SINK FAUCET IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: FLOORS IN PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS. WALLS IN FOOD PREP IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: HOOD VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Jan 7, 2021

License

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES AND SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SHELVING UNITS FOR STORAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Noodle Creations last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Noodle Creations on file is from Nov 6, 2023. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Noodle Creations?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation & lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Noodle Creations.

Has Noodle Creations' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Noodle Creations have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Noodle Creations 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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