See Thru Chinese Kitchen
Last inspected: Aug 20, 2025
74
Score
The health department has logged 20 inspections at See Thru Chinese Kitchen, the earliest from 2010. On Aug 20, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near six violations per visit.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 17 times across the record.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.
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Inspection History
Aug 20, 2025
License
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE WITH ALL NECESSARY CLEAN UP ITEMS AS OUTLINED IN POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF REAR EXIT DOOR.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL WORKING STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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74
May 31, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED, CENTRALLY LOCATED HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHICKEN FROZEN IN GROCERY BAGS IN REAR CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE MATERIALS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON DOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME ON INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 FOOD HANDLER WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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78
Aug 30, 2023
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP COUNTER IN REAR OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED WIPING CLOTHS ARE STORED IN CHEMICAL SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON MILK CRATES AND SODA CRATES IN REAR OF PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE MILK AND SODA CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS WHERE NEEDED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP AREA OF TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP AREA OF TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED AND DUSTY CEILING TILES IN FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DUSTY CEILING TILES AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING TILE IN REAR IN FRONT OF EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE. OBSERVED HOLES AT BASE OF WALL IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SMOOTHLY FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11: OBSERVED STAINED AND DUSTY CEILING TILES IN FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DUSTY CEILING TILES AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING TILE IN REAR IN FRONT OF EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE. OBSERVED HOLES AT BASE OF WALL IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SMOOTHLY FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12: OBSERVED SEASONINGS IN CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IDENTIFYING COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITH COMMON NAME.
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Aug 22, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2561019 DATED 07/20/2022 NOT CORRECTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. VIOLATION #39 3-305.11 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR. VIOLATION #47 4-101.19 OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON ALL SHELVING UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. VIOLATION #55 6-501.12 OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. VIOLATION #58 2-102.13 OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CEETIFICATE FOR ANY INDIVIDUAL THAT HOLDS A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEASONINGS IN CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IDENTIFYING COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITH COMMON NAME.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP COUNTER IN REAR OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED WIPING CLOTHS ARE STORED IN CHEMICAL SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED METAL BOWL STORED ON SURFACE OF RICE IN LARGE CONTAINER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED HANDLE OF UTENSIL USED FOR DISPENSING RICE MUST BE STORED ABOVE TOP OF FOOD WITHIN CONTAINER. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER REMOVED METAL BOWL.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON MILK CRATES AND SODA CRATES IN REAR OF PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE MILK AND SODA CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS WHERE NEEDED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP AREA OF TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON SURFACE AND TIP OF CAN OPENER AND CAN OPENER HOLDER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED AND DUSTY CEILING TILES IN FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DUSTY CEILING TILES AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING TILE IN REAR IN FRONT OF EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE. OBSERVED HOLES AT BASE OF WALL IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SMOOTHLY FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK BUILDUP ON FLOOR ALONG BASE OF WALL AND CORNERS IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED INTERIOR AND WALL SURROUNDING MOP SINK WITH BLACK BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON INTERIOR SHIELD OF LIGHT FIXTURES THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS FROM ALL LIGHT SHIELD FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 20, 2022
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON ALL SHELVING UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ANY UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENT COVER IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CEETIFICATE FOR ANY INDIVIDUAL THAT HOLDS A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
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67
Mar 18, 2021
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN PREP AREA DEEPLY DISCOLORED AND COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY, CRACKED GASKETS ON INTERIOR OF PREP COOLER LOCATED ON MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND DIRT ON HOOD OVER MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN TO PREVENT FIRE HAZARD.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE MAIN COOK LINE AND NO LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHTBULB IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LIGHTS ABOVE LINE AND ADD SHIELD FOR LIGHT IN RESTROOM.
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82
Mar 10, 2021
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING REPEAT CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2268975 DATED 3/1/2019 : "INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS." "INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE BINS IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA." "INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE." "INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORE. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS." "INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE WITH COVER INSIDE WASHROOM." INSTRUCTED TO COME INTO COMPLIANCE ON ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FROM PREVIOUS CDPH INSPECTION. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. LEFT TEMPLATE AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE AROUND LOCK AND DOORKNOB ON REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY OF PESTS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN PREP AREA DEEPLY DISCOLORED AND COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY, CRACKED GASKETS ON INTERIOR OF PREP COOLER LOCATED ON MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, GRIME, AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF MICROWAVES, ON SIDES OF EQUIPMENT, AND UNDERNEATH MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND DIRT ON HOOD OVER MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN TO PREVENT FIRE HAZARD.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNT OUT LIGHTBULBS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE MAIN COOK LINE AND NO LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHTBULB IN RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN LIGHTS ABOVE LINE AND ADD SHIELD FOR LIGHT IN RESTROOM.
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Mar 1, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 17 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE BINS IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE OVENS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORE. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES/RACKS AND PREP SHELVES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE WITH COVER INSIDE WASHROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN A CORNER OF DINING AREA. MUST REORGANIZE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOP, BROOM ETC) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: ALL ITEMS (FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS) MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING INCLUDING CLEANING SUPPLIES (BLEACH, DETERGENT ETC) INSIDE WASHROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: SOME FOOD HANDLER WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CURRENT CERTIFICATE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH PA 100-0367 ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jun 23, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS DURING STORAGE ON TOP OF PREP TABLE AND SHELF. NOTED THE FOLLOWING INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS: RAW CHICKEN AT 52.2F/53.2F, SHRIMP AT 75.0F, EGGS AT 59.5F, CRAB RANGOON AT 52.5F, POT STICKER AT 131.9F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $200.00, TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE.----------INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.-------- MUST CLEAN AND DEFROST AND MAINTAIN REACH-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP.--------MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD LINER ON PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, MICROWAVE OVENS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATION.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AROUND REAR FOOD PREP AREA.-------- MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION AND CEILING VENT COVER ABOVE PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN CEILING VENT INSIDE WASHROOM.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
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70
Sep 20, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. (FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC.) MUST LABEL BULK FOOD.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND SANITZE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR KITCHEN AREAS. MUST CLEAN.
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86
Jun 4, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 26, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE: FOUND SEVERAL CLEAN TRAYS DRAINING UP WARDED INSIDE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK.FAUCET TILTED TO THE LEFT.UNABLE TO WASH HANDS.UPON MY REQUEST TRAYS REMOVED AND FAUCET REPOSITION FOR PROPER HAND WASHING.THREE COMPARTMENT SINK USED FOR HAND WASHING CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED.FOUND GREASE CONTAINER WITH HARDENED AND EXCESSIVE GREASE ON CONTAINER.GREASE AROUND THE EDGE AND GROUND INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED AROUND THE AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE DUST,ENCRUSTED FOOD AND OIL STAINS ON CARDBOARD USED FOR SHELF LINERS,ALSO FILTHY BOX CONTAINERS,WITH FOOD INSIDE,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.NO LIDS PROVIDED FOR DRY FOOD CONTAINERS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.SCREEN DOOR IN POOR REPAIR,MESH AND FRAME BROKEN,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. BROKEN,UNEVEN,AND DIRTY CAULKING AROUND THE EAST COOKING EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIALS
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE BUILD UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.EAST SIDE OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF GRIMES INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT,ALONG BASEBOARD AND CORNERS.DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DEBRIS ON WALL UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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74
Nov 5, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREMISES USING PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS TO HOLD MEAT INSIDE REACH IN FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE PLASTIC BAGS FOR MEATS, CANNOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS IN STAND UP REACH IN COOLER DOOR RAILS AND INSIDE PREP AREA REACH IN COOLERS ALSO OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS/LITTER ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOOR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN WALLS.
35
82
Jan 28, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP ON CAN OPENER AND PREP TABLE TOP AT SAME. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD STAINS ON WALL THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK HOT WATER HANDLE LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS. MUST PROVIDE AND CALIBRATE METAL STEM THEROMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
40
82
May 2, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 25, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1271385 ISSUED ON 10-04-12. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - Non food contact surfaces of prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed), cooler door track, shelving need cleaning, display cooler shelving need cleaning. #34 - Floors in rear storage not clean, need cleaning(corners), floors under cooking equipment, 3 compartment sink need cleaning(detailed). #35 - Wall by 3 compartment sink, and by front prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning. #36 - Light shields in kitchen area, dining area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL STORAGE BINS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED STORAGE BINS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND CRACKED ICE STORAGE BIN INSIDE CHEST FREEZER.------------NOTED CARDBOARD LINER AT ALL STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH-IN COOLER, PREP COOLER, CHEST FREEZER, STOVE, FRYER, OVEN, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, CAN OPENER, FRUIT BLENDER, RICE COOKER, WALK-IN COOLER,WALK-IN COOLER DOOR AND HANDLE, STORAGE RACKS IN REAR STORAGE, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, STORAGE PLASTIC (FLOUR, CORNSTARCH, SALT ETC.) BINS, DINING TABLE, CHAIRS AND LEGS,
33
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (EMPTY BOTTLE, CONTAINER, CARDBOARD, PAPER ETC.) AND REORGANIZE THROUGHOUT PREMISES (FRONT, PREP AREA, REAR STORAGE AREA).---------USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.--------DIRTY WASHCLOTHS ON TOP OF PREP TABLE. MUST BE STORED PROPERLY IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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70
Oct 4, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed), cooler door track, shelving need cleaning, display cooler shelving need cleaning.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors in rear storage room not clean, need cleaning(corners), floors under cooking equipment, 3 compartment sink need cleaning(detailed).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Wall by 3compartment sink, and by front prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen area, dining area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
36
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Jun 3, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in reach in freezer, must date and label foods in reach in freezer.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving raks had peeling paint, rust, shall be replaced/repair. Rear storage shelving that had exposed raw wood shall be repair/sealed.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, walk in cooler shelving, cooler shelving, storage racks/shelving not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, walk in cooler, storage shelving, under front storage areas not clean need detailed cleaning(corners).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tiles, walls in rear kitchen prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning. Walls by walk in cooler, and rear storage shelving area not clean need detailed cleaning.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light shields in kitchen prep areas, rear storage areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust canopy had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning. Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers, kitchen prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
38
70
Oct 8, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: REMAINS TO BE CORRECTED.
42
70
Jul 22, 2010
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found Won Tons inside cooler at 46.4 F. manager states that Won Tons are prepared on premises, kept frozen, prior to serving Won Tons are submerged in boiling water for 15 minutes and cooled down and kepted refrigerated and when ordered Won Tons are submerged in boiling water again for 10 mins. Instructed manager that potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40 F or below at all times. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded, approximatelt 5 lbs, value $10. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). Cooler used for storage of Won Tons at proper temperature.
3
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cutting boards, can openers, exterior and interior of heavy cooking equipment, coolers and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors along wallbase, in corners and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris daily.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers and ceiling tile not maintained. Instructed to detail clean all covers and replace any damaged ceiling tile.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside coolers. Instructed to provided proper thermometer visible inside all coolers
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in rear and establishment not maintained through-out. Instructed to remove all unsed articles, organize stock and supplies, elevate 6 inches off floor and away from wall and detail clean entire premises.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Food handlers aprons not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean or replace worn, heavily soiled aprons.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was See Thru Chinese Kitchen last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at See Thru Chinese Kitchen on file is from Aug 20, 2025. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at See Thru Chinese Kitchen?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited 17 times, more than any other issue at See Thru Chinese Kitchen.
Has See Thru Chinese Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at See Thru Chinese Kitchen have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at See Thru Chinese Kitchen means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is See Thru Chinese Kitchen inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, See Thru Chinese Kitchen is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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