Prestige Chinese Food

2055 W 79Th St, Chicago, IL 60620
Chinese
Last inspected: Jun 19, 2019
70
Score
Medium Risk

Inspectors have visited Prestige Chinese Food 17 times, with records going back to 2010. Prestige Chinese Food was last inspected on Jun 19, 2019. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme. Public records show no inspections at Prestige Chinese Food since Jun 19, 2019, so this file may not reflect current conditions.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near seven violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up 10 times.

By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Prestige Chinese Food on the weaker side. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 19, 2019
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGN OR POSTER INSTRUCTING EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER WITH FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE STORAGE RACKS AND THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE PREP TABLES RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF SOME GOOD DETAIL CLEANING: -EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF FRYERS. -STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. -PREP TABLES. -FAUCET KNOBS ON THE TOILET WASH BOWL AND THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND THE SINKS, COOKING/COOLING AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT WITH THICK DIRT, FOOD, GREASE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER WITH AN EXPIRED CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW. MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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70
Jun 10, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND 80 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE REAR UTILITY CLOSET WHERE THE HOT WATER TANK IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN/SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND THE SINKS, COOKING/COOLING AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT WITH THICK DIRT, FOOD, GREASE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER WITH AN EXPIRED CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW. MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGN OR POSTER INSTRUCTING EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE STORAGE RACKS AND THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE PREP TABLES RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER WITH FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF SOME GOOD DETAIL CLEANING: -EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF FRYERS. -STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. -PREP TABLES. -FAUCET KNOBS ON THE TOILET WASH BOWL AND THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 20, 2018
Reinspection
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS IN ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE SPREAD OF CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS FOODS LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER AND 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON TCS FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-302.12 OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPERLY WORKING THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN
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61
Dec 13, 2018
Routine
6 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS IN ORDER TO MINIMIZE THE SPREAD OF CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOR AT THE WASH BOWL IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS FOODS LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER AND 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON TCS FOODS OUT OF ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPERLY WORKING THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ABOUT 80 RODENT DROPPINGS THRUOUT FACILITY; 30 RODENT DROPPINGS AROUND HOT WATER HEATER, 30 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, 10 RODENT DROPPINGS INSIDE TOILET ROOM, AND 10 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROFESSIONAL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TRASH CAN BEING USED TO STORE DRY STORAGE (UNCOOKED RICE). INSTRUCTED TO ONLY USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BINS TO STORE DRY STORAGE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS ON ALL FOOD EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF 2 DOOR FREEZER, SIDES AND INTERIOR OF FRYERS, AND UNDERNEATH ALL PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREP AREA AND REAR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENT LOCATED ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN
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Sep 19, 2017
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, UNDER SHELVING IN FOOD STORAGE AREA, INSIDE OF UTILITY CLOSET IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LABEL ON COOKED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DATE AND LABEL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES WITH FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS FOOD PROTECTION COVERS FOR BULK CONTAINERS AND SHELF LINERS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATED INSIDE 2-DOOR COOLER, ON DOOR TRACKS AND FOOD SPLASH ON EXTERIOR OF SAID COOLER IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATED ON THE FLOOR UNDER SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, UNDER FRONT FOOD PREP TABLE, AND UNDER SHELVING IN FRONT FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLASH ON WALL BEHIND GRILL, FRYER, AND UNDER PREP TABLE NEXT TO FRYER IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES ABOVE SHELVING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER INSIDE 2-DOOR COOLER IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE THERMOMETER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ARTICLES OR CLUTTERS UNDER THE SHELF IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA, ON SHELVES IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO BETTER ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES.
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Apr 1, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 25, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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 80 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA, ON SHELVING UNDER PREP TABLES, INSIDE OF CARD BOARD BOXES, ON TOP OF THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND ON TOP OF THE HOT WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE COOLER AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR OF THE FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER THE FRYERS AND WOK STATION WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LARGE HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE CORNER NEXT TO THE GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE AND NECK EXTENSION LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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70
Oct 23, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS STILL NEED CLEANING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Oct 15, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 THE FRONT STORAGE SHELVING WHERE PAPER GOODS ARE STORED AND 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE SAME AREA. NOTED 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE SHELVING IN THE REAR WHERE BULK STORAGE CONTAINER ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO ADVISE TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SHELVING,COOKING EQUIPENT,PREP TABLE AND INSIDE COOLER VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ESPECIALLY WHERE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES VERY DIRTY AND GREASEY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO FLOORS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NEEDS CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED DEBRIS HANGING FROM WEBBS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING IN CORNER. MUST CLEAN TO PREVENT THING FROM FALLING INTO FOODS. ALSO NOTED MISSING END CAP ON THE LIGHT SHEILDS IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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82
Jan 6, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE PREP AREA
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DEEP FRYERS OF HEAVY ACCUMLATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AT BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF FRYERS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS OF GREASE AND DIRT BUILD-UP IN THE PREP AREA UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,INSTRUCTED CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA,ALSO REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA NEAR STOVE
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR OF PREP AREA
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82
Feb 20, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO BARRIER AT PREP HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE.MUST INSTALL.ALSO OBSERVED RAW WOOD SHELVING IN DRY STORAGE AREA,LOWER PREP TABLE SHELF AND AT COOKING STATION NOT CLEAN AND SOME AREAS PEELING.MUST CLEAN,REPAIR/SEAL ALL WOOD.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN:WALK IN COOLER SHELVES,ALL FOOD AND NON FOOD STORAGE SHELVING,INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS,STEAMTABLE AND SHEVES UNDERNEATH.MUST DETAIL CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Mar 27, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD, 3 DOZEN EGGS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 51.4-53.8 DEGREES IN WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISPOSED OF PRODUCT. APPROX. COST $3.00, WT. 6 1/2LBS. CRITICAL VIOLATION, 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN EXTERIOR OF 2-DOOR COOLER IN PREP AREA AND HAND WASH SINK AT REAR. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER AT CORNERS UNDER SHELVES OF HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS. REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR AT EXTERIOR OF SAME. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER FROM SHELVES WHERE NECESSARY AND AT REAR TO PREVENT HARBORAGE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. MUST ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jan 5, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: USE FOOD STORAGE BAGS NOT PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS TO STORE UNCOVERED FOODS WHEN STORING IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. PAINT EXTERIOR OF DEEP FREEZER. CLEAN AND/OR REMOVE VINYL SHELF FROM STORAGE RACKS WHERE CARRY-OUT CONTAINERS ARE STORED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR CABINET AND EXTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, SIDES AND INTERIORS OF WOK COOKING STATION, INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF ALL COOLERS(INCLUDING SHELVES & RACKS) & FREEZERS, ALL STORAGE SHELVES & RACKS THROUGHOUT,MICROWAVE, AND ALL SINKS. CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND PROVIDE TIGHT-FITTING LIDS FOR SAME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE PREMISES ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND/OR PAINT DOOR TO WASHROOM, REAR EXIT DOOR, AND WALLS WHERE NEEDED(BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT). REPAIR FLOOR UNDERNEATH BOTH FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE(S).
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May 12, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: USE FOIL OR PLASTIC WRAP TO COVER FOODS IN WALK-IN COOLER, NO BOXES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE WALL COVE IN WASHROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE PREP TABLE AND CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.
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May 3, 2011
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOTED 10-18-11 NOT CORRECTED: -33-All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS, SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, WOKS, FRYERS (FOOD DEBRIS, RICE, GREASE BUILDUP, ETC), COOLERS, FREEZERS. -34- The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REMOVE CARDBOARD OFF FLOOR IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, IN FRONT COUNTER, PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. -35- The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AROUND DOOR FRAME, IN CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND WALLS IN WASHROOM. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS. -41- 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 UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. - CITATION ISSUED -SERIOUS FOR NON COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING VIOLATIONS -7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: USE FOIL OR PLASTIC WRAP TO COVER FOODS IN WALK-IN COOLER, NO BOXES.
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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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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
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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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE WALL COVE IN WASHROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE PREP TABLE AND CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29.
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Oct 25, 2010
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS, SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, WOKS, FRYERS (FOOD DEBRIS, RICE, GREASE BUILDUP, ETC), COOLERS, FREEZERS
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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. REMOVE CARDBOARD OFF FLOOR IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, IN FRONT COUNTER, PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS.
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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. REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AROUND DOOR FRAME, IN CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND WALLS IN WASHROOM. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS.
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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 UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Oct 18, 2010
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: 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 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG NORTH WALL UNDER TABLE. 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG SOUTH WALL IN GAS METER CLOSET. 5 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE CHEST FREEZER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H63275 COURT DATE 12-2-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107
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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. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS, SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, WOKS, FRYERS (FOOD DEBRIS, RICE, GREASE BUILDUP, ETC), COOLERS, FREEZERS
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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. REMOVE CARDBOARD OFF FLOOR IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, IN FRONT COUNTER, PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS.
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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. REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AROUND DOOR FRAME, IN CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS AND WALLS IN WASHROOM. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS.
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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 UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTAINTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Prestige Chinese Food last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Prestige Chinese Food on file is from Jun 19, 2019. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Prestige Chinese Food?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Prestige Chinese Food.

Has Prestige Chinese Food's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Prestige Chinese Food have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Prestige Chinese Food means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.