Peking Chinese Food
Last inspected: Mar 18, 2025
90
Score
The health department has logged 22 inspections at Peking Chinese Food, the earliest from 2011. On Mar 18, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around four violations lately and about six violations before that.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” comes up most often, recorded 11 times in the inspection record.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Peking Chinese Food is comfortably above that bar. The record reflects steady performance over time.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 18, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST BUILDING UP ON THE SHELVING AND FAN VENTS IN THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, PAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD STORED IN AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT BETWEEN THE DEEP FRYERS, THE STOVE UNIT AS WELL AS THE COLD PREP TABLE AND PREP TABLE WITH A BUILD UP OF SPILLAGE, GREASE AND DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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90
Jul 18, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DUST UNDER THE HOOD VENTILATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD AND OR FOOD CONTACT SURFACES BELOW.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD OF DUST AND SUBTANCE ON THE METAL SHELVING AND THE PLASTIC IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Apr 24, 2023
Complaint
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW EGGS STORED ABOVE READY TO EAT FOODS (COOKED FRIED CHICKEN) IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. DISCUSSED THAT READY TO EAT FOODS MUST BE PLACED ON TOP SHELF ABOVE RAW EGGS. EMPLOYEE REORGANIZED WALK-IN COOLER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TMPERATURE OF RAW GROUND PORK ON PREP COUNTER; TEMPERATURE MEASURED AT 59.9F. ALL COLD TCS FOODS MUST BE MEASURED AT 41F AND BELOW. APPROXIMATELY 1.5 POUNDS AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $35.00 DISCARDED ON SITE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: DRY STORAGE FOOD CONTAINERS SCATTERED IN THE KITCHEN DOES NOT HAVE A LABEL. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDLE OF MESH UTENSIL ON COOKLINE IS USED TO WHISK RAW EGGS BEFORE COOKED, UTENSIL (HANDLE) IS THEN DIPPED INTO STANDING CUP OF WATER NEAR WOK STATIONS TO CLEAN OFF FOOD DEBRIS. DISCUSSED WITH MANAGER TO PROVIDE SEPARATE UTENSIL TO WHISK RAW EGGS.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: SINGLE USE PLASTIC CUPS AND METAL BOWLS WITHOUT A HANDLE USED AS A SCOOP FOR DRY STORAGE SEASONINGS AND FOODS. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE SCOOP WITH A HANDLE.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: IN-USE WIPING CLOTHS ARE NOT STORED PROPERLY. FOUND ON PREP-SURFACES THROUGHOUT. CLOTHS USED TO WIPE SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE HELD IN A PROPER SANITIZER SOLUTION. CLOTHS IN-USE FOR WIPING SURFACES IN CONTACT WITH RAW ANIMAL FOODS SHALL BE KEPT SEPARATE FROM CLOTHS USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES. IN-USE CLOTHS MUST BE LAUNDERED DAILIY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: REUSED CARDBOARD USED AS LINING FOR SHELVES AND ALSO TO STORE FOOD IN CHEST FREEZER NEAR REGISTER. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, DURABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACES FOR FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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May 16, 2022
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING IN REAR PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR ONE-DOOR FREEZER IN THE BACK HALLWAY WITH BROKEN GASKETS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR THE BROKEN GASKET IN SAID FREEZER.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOW PRESSURE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD OF GREASE ON COOKING OIL CONTAINER IN ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST AT VENT IN TOILET ROOM AND BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS AND VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO MALE FOOD EMPLOYEES WITH OUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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74
May 20, 2021
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES, RICE, FLOUR, ETC., WHEN FOOD IS REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION, AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR TORN INTERIOR LID OF DEEP FREEZER IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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74
Mar 17, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT#2345256 ON 11/07/19. (58)OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON LIGHT SHIELD COVERS ABOVE PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 7, 2019
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN, NO CITATION.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT/ DIARRHEA CLEANUP KIT, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN NO CITATION.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: COOKED FOOD ITEMS IN WALK-IN COOLER NOT DATED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL PROPERLY, NO CITATION.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGER, INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Mar 26, 2018
License
No violations found.
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Feb 21, 2017
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Found the following potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the reach in cooler: 15lbs of raw chicken @ 53.1F; 1/2lb of raw eggs @ 68.9F; 1/2lb of shrimp @ 52.0F; 2lbs cooked chicken @ 50.0F; and 1lbs of raw beef @ 47.1F. Instructed must keep all potentially hazardous foods at 40F or less or 140F or higher at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods during inspection, totally in value at $51.50. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found several items (chicken, pot stickers, eggrolls, etc.) without proper labels. Must label all potentially hazardous foods with name and date. Must maintain same.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Found items stored directly on floor in kitchen under 3 compartment sink, in restroom and throughout kitchen. Must elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floor. Must maintain same.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Observed food handling employee in food prep area without proper hair restraints. All food handling employees must wear hat or hair net while in food prep area. Must maintain same.
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May 10, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS EMPLOYED FOR MORE THAN 30 DAYS,MUST HAVE DOCUMENTATION OF APPROVED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
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90
Apr 29, 2016
Routine
8 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 APPROXIMATELY 15 RAT DROPPINGS ON CORNER FLOOR NEAR THE HOT WATER TANK AND REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM OF DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND MAKE REAR EXIT DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS,PREP TABLES AND SHELVINGS BENEATH THE PREP TABLES,INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF THE DEEP FRYERS,FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR HALLWAY LEADING TO THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS EMPLOYED FOR MORE THAN 30 DAYS,MUST HAVE DOCUMENTATION OF APPROVED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
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67
Sep 9, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD ITEMS WRAPPED IN PLASTIC NON FOOD GRADE. INSTRUCTED TO STORED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRT,FOOD PARTICLES AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS IN BETWEEN PREP TABLES AT THE MAIN PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY BEHIND COOKING STOVE AND WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.
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Aug 27, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS AT THE PREP TABLE AND INSIDE PREP COOLER TO BE IMPROPER:-EGGS 63.6F, SHRIMP 49F, BEEF 45.2F, CHICKEN 45.9F, FRIED CHICKEN 116.3F, NOODLES 46.2F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 29 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $75.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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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: NOTED OVER 10 RAT DROPPING ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BY THE HEATING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (SOUPS,CHICKEN, BEEF ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THAT FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED. CITATION ISSUED FOR VIOLATION #7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD ITEMS WRAPPED IN PLASTIC NON FOOD GRADE. INSTRUCTED TO STORED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED DIRT,FOOD PARTICLES AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS IN BETWEEN PREP TABLES AT THE MAIN PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY BEHIND COOKING STOVE AND WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.
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Dec 11, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP TABLES, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR THE WALL IN THE CORNER OF THE DRY STORAGE CLOSET WITH LOOSE BASEBOARD.
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May 1, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD AND THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE CLEAN KNIVES IN A KNIFE RACK.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN MEATS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS. DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE 1 DOOR STAND UP FREEZER UNIT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: THE TOP OF THE WOK STATION, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, THE SHELVING ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, PREP TABLES AND SHELVES BELOW THE PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLER, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP COOLER AND STEAM TABLE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Sep 11, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED SOME PREPARED AND PRECOOKED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. MUST LABEL FOOD ITEMS WITH THE NAME AND DATE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING FOR ELEVATION, ONES THAT ARE EASY TO CLEAN AND MONITOR UNDERNEATH. POP CRATES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF SERVICE COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: POP STORAGE AREA UNDER CRATES, BEHIND AND AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND UNDER OTHER DRY STORAGE SHELVING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED THE WALL IN POOR REPAIR IN THE POP STORAGE ROOM (COVING LOOSE FROM THE WALL)MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS IN FOOD PREP AREAS AT ALL TIMES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Sep 12, 2012
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOODS STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE COVERED, DATED & LABELED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT FREEZER MUST BE DEFROSTED & WORN OUT DOOR GASKETS OF SMALL COOLER MUST BE FIXED/REPLACED. CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GASKETS OF SMALL COOLER DOORS, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, SINK DRAINS, CONDENSERS & FAN GUARDS OF COOLERS MUST BE FREE OF DUST, FOOD DEBRIS, MILDEW OR DIRT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER, BEHIND & AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OR STORAGE SHELVES MUST BE KEPT CLEAN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MOP SINK IS DRAINING VERY SLOW, MUST FIX.
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78
Nov 15, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 4, 2011
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #612534 ON 10/27/11 NOT CORRECTED. 18/01 - 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. OBSERVED LIVE COCKROACHES AND FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED 10 LIVE COCKROACHES INSIDE OF THE ELECTRICAL PANEL NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 35 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE RESTROOM AND FOOD PREP AREA. NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDED SINCE INITIAL INSPECTION. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. ESTABLISHMENT REMAINS CLOSED.
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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: SEE VIOLATION #14. FRONT EXIT/ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. OPEN GAPS ON BOTTOM ATTACHED STRIP. MUST MAKE RUBBER STRIP TIGHT FITTING.
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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. The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.MAY NOT STORE FOOD ITEMS IN GROCERY BAGS. PROPERLY STORE IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS AND PROPERLY LABEL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED TO STORE FROZEN MEATS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS
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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.DETAIL CLEAN THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE SMOKER UNIT, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PREP LINE COOLER, EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES, WOK STATION AND GAS LINES BELOW AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLE AND GAS LINES, ELECTRICAL LINES WITH BUILDUP FOOD DEBRIS NEAR THE COOLER AND PREP TABLE, EXTERIOR OF THE COOLERS AND FREEZERS, LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT. CLEAN DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS TO ELIMINATE FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL AROUND THE BACK DOOR AND THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN THE PREP AREA AND RESTROOM. REPAINT THE PREP AREA WALLS AND BATHROOM DOOR
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Nov 3, 2011
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #612534 ON 10/27/11 NOT CORRECTED. 18/01 - 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. OBSERVED LIVE COCKROACHES AND FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED 10 LIVE COCKROACHES INSIDE OF THE ELECTRICAL PANEL NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 35 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE RESTROOM AND FOOD PREP AREA. NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDED SINCE INITIAL INSPECTION. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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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: SEE VIOLATION #14.
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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. MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.
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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. OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED TO STORE FROZEN MEATS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE SMOKER UNIT, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PREP LINE COOLER, EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES, WOK STATION AND GAS LINES BELOW AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, STEAM TABLE AND GAS LINES, ELECTRICAL LINES WITH BUILDUP FOOD DEBRIS NEAR THE COOLER AND PREP TABLE, EXTERIOR OF THE COOLERS AND FREEZERS, LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT. CLEAN DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS TO ELIMINATE FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL AROUND THE BACK DOOR AND THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN THE PREP AREA AND RESTROOM. REPAINT THE PREP AREA WALLS AND BATHROOM DOOR.
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Oct 27, 2011
Complaint
8 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: 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. OBSERVED LIVE COCKROACHES AND FRUIT FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED 6 LIVE COCKROACHES INSIDE OF THE ELECTRICAL PANEL NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND 1 LIVE COCKROACH INSIDE OF AN EMPTY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 35 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND EQUIPMENT IN THE RESTROOM AND FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GARBAGE STORED INSIDE OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS SO THAT THE LIDS OF THE DUMPSTERS COULD NOT BE CLOSED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ADEQUATE GARBAGE PICKUP TO PREVENT THE DUMPSTERS FROM OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE. ALSO OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE BUILDUP ON THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE GREASE DUMPSTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS NOT VISIBLE. IT WAS COVERED UP BY A POSTER. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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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. MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.
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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. OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED TO STORE FROZEN MEATS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE TOP OF THE SMOKER UNIT, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PREP LINE COOLER, EXTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,, STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL AROUND THE BACK DOOR. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN THE PREP AREA AND RESTROOM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE 2 SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Jan 7, 2011
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOODS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED UNCOVERED FOODS (CHICKEN, ONIONS, SAUCES) STORED BENEATH RUSTED AND FOOD COVERED WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO COVER ALL FOODS STORED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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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. OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AND CARDBOARD BOXES USED AS FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS FOR FROZEN FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS. CONTAINERS MUST HAVE A LID OR A COVER. OBSERVED RUTED WIRE STORAGE FOOD RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS (WIRE RACKS, DOORS AND DOOR TRACKS), VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, PREP TABLES, DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE WOK STATION.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE WOK STATION.
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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. DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE AND DUST ON THE EAST WALL NEAR THE BACK DOOR AND AROUND THE ANSUL TANK.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3 DRAIN STOPPERS ARE NEEDED AT 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. REMOVE THE EXCESSIVE NUMBER OF CARDBOARD BOXES STORED BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Peking Chinese Food last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Peking Chinese Food on file is from Mar 18, 2025. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Peking Chinese Food?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 11 times, more than any other issue at Peking Chinese Food.
Has Peking Chinese Food's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Peking Chinese Food 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 Peking Chinese Food 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 Peking Chinese Food inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Peking Chinese Food is inspected around two times per year on average.
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