See Thru Chinese Restaurant
Last inspected: Jan 24, 2025
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Score
See Thru Chinese Restaurant appears in inspection records 42 times, starting in 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 24, 2025. A medium risk score generally means inspectors found things to fix, though most weren't urgent.
Recent inspections have turned up more issues than earlier ones, averaging around 10 violations lately compared to roughly five violations before.
Looking across the full record, “proper cooling methods used” is the recurring theme, flagged 23 times.
That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
2
Major latest
7
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER, CFM, ON SITE AT THE START TIME OF INSPECTION, AT 12:35PM, WHEN TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL, TCS, FOODS ARE BEING STORED/PREPARED/SERVED. CFM ARRIVED ON SITE AT APPROXIMATELY 1:05PM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND SURROUNDING SURFACE DIRTY WITH BLACK AND PINK SUBSTANCE IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LABELS ON CONTAINERS WITH SALT, FLOUR, SUGAR AND MSG IN THE DRY STORAGE AND FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL PROPERLY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF FOOD ITEMS, STEAK, BEAN SPROUTS AND FROZEN CHICKEN, STORED IN BOXES ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER ALONG WITH SODA POPS BEING STORED IMPROPERLY AT THE FRONT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS PROPERLY ON SHELVING AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WITH NO HAIR NET/RESTRAINT IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS AND DUST ON SHELVING UNIT ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS AT THE FRONT LINE, FOOD PREPARATION AREAS ALONG WITH FOOD SPLATTERS/DEBRIS ON THE WALL AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP BEING STORED/DRYING IMPROPERLY IN THE BACK AREA BY THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO STORE/DRY PROPERLY.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY OVERHEAD VENTS IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 7, 2024
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL
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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.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT FACILITY UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE COOKING LINE, REAR STORAGE AREA AND NON COOKING LINE WHERE SMOOTIES ARE MADE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION ONE THEY HAD ON SITE HAD EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER OF RICE NOT IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD IN CONTAINERS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CONTAMINATION.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING TOWELS ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP LAYING ON TOP OF ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP ABOVE ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION
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Feb 28, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. FOUND IMPROPER HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT WASHING SINK BY THE COOKING/PREP AREA AT TEMP OF 75.4F, HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOUND AT 77.3F AND HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK IN BATHROOM FOUND AT 75.3F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER PROPER HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT A MINIMUM OF 100.0F OR HIGHER THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE AT LEAST 110.0F TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT. MANAGER REPLACED THE PILOT AND HOT WATER WAS RESTORED. FOUND PROPER HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT WASHING SINK BY THE COOKING/PREP AREA AT TEMP OF 105.4F, HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOUND AT 117.3F AND HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINK IN BATHROOM FOUND AT 102.3F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS 4 DOZEN OF EGGS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 61.1F-67.1F SITTING OUTSIDE IN PREP AREA. MANAGER DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 20 POUNDS AT A COST OF $100. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-30 RODENT DROPPINGS BEHIND THE STOVES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER OF RICE NOT IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD IN CONTAINERS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CONTAMINATION.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING TOWELS ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION
41
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP LAYING ON TOP OF ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP ABOVE ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, DUST AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, DRY STORAGE SHELVING, EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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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.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT FACILITY UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE COOKING LINE, REAR STORAGE AREA AND NON COOKING LINE WHERE SMOOTIES ARE MADE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION ONE THEY HAD ON SITE HAD EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Jun 7, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 31, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 RODENT DROPPINGS BEHIND THE STOVES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Apr 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNED AND VERIFIABLE COPIES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
3
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BEEF AND CHICKEN SITTING ON COUNTER IN REAR PREP AREA TO THAW AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO THAW FOOD IN COOLER OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER OF RICE NOT IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD IN CONTAINERS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CONTAMINATION.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING TOWELS ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION
41
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP LAYING ON TOP OF ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP ABOVE ICE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN COOK LINE WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, DUST AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, DRY STORAGE SHELVING, EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE FLOORS OF THE WALK IN FREEZER, WALK IN COOLER AND THE BOTTOMS OF THE COLD HOLD UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT FACILITY UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE COOKING LINE, REAR STORAGE AREA AND NON COOKING LINE WHERE SMOOTIES ARE MADE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN UTILITY AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN FRONT STORAGE AREA AND WASHRROM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Jul 7, 2022
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN COOLERS ON THE HOT LINE COOKING SIDE WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK AT THE BOTTOM DRAIN PIPE OF THE MIDDLE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT FACILITY UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE COOKING LINE, REAR STORAGE AREA AND NON COOKING LINE WHERE SMOOTIES ARE MADE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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86
Jan 12, 2022
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER OF RICE NOT IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINER AND LABEL WITH COMMON NAME.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER WITH FOOD IN CONTAINERS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARD BOARD LINING THE SHELVES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL AS A MEANS ON PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT HARBORING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE FLOORS OF THE WALK IN FREEZER, WALK IN COOLER AND THE BOTTOMS OF THE COLD HOLD UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE BY CORRECT BY DATE.
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Oct 28, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNED AND VERIFIABLE COPIES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPELTE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE.
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86
Oct 18, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP COOLER MAINTAINING IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 48.3F. INSTRUCTED TO CALL FOR SERVICE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. ALL COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT MUST MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. COOLER HAS BEEN TAGGED FOR RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS CHICKEN AND BEEF AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 47.1F INSIDE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 20 POUNDS AT A COST OF $100. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNED AND VERIFIABLE COPIES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHICKEN WINGS SITTING ON COUNTER IN PREP AREA TO THAW AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO THAW FOOD IN COOLER OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER AND/OR BAGS FOR PROPER STORAGE IN THE FREEZERS AND COOLER TO PROTECT FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION AND TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER/COOLER AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS (RICE, VEGETABLES) AND DIRT ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPELTE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE.
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Mar 13, 2020
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN COOK LINE WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 6, 2019
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER AND/OR BAGS FOR PROPER STORAGE IN THE FREEZERS AND COOLER TO PROTECT FOOD FROM CONTAMINATION. MUST PROPERLY COVER, DATE AND LABEL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH PREMISES PREP AREA ESP. INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQIPTMENT TO REMOVE GREASE,DUST AND DEBRIS.
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86
May 21, 2019
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, DRY STORAGE SHELVING, EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH PREMISES PREP AREA ESP. INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQIPTMENT TO REMOVE DUST.
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86
Jan 14, 2019
Complaint
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: **PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: **PREMISES HAS NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIOR FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT.
37
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING TOWELS ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, DUST AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, DRY STORAGE SHELVING, EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE GREASE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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64
Jun 9, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER,REAR STORAGE SHELVING,INSIDE TOP PREP COOLER AND EXTERIOR SIDES AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Apr 4, 2017
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER,REAR STORAGE SHELVING,INSIDE TOP PREP COOLER AND EXTERIOR SIDES AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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90
Oct 14, 2016
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS AND CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS ,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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90
Sep 9, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS AND CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS ,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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90
Sep 6, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN POOR REPAIR,WHEN HOT WATER IS TURNED ON AT SINK YOU ARE UNABLE TO TURN WATER OFF AT HOT WATER HADLE THE WATER STAYS ON ,THE ONLY WAY TO TURN WATER OFF IS AT BOTTOM OF SINK,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SINK CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL AND DATE COOKED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS AND CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS ,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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86
Mar 31, 2016
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS,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: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS IN REAR NEAR THE SHELVES UNDER AND AROUND SHELVING UNIT,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENTS IN THE PREP AREA OF DUST BUIL-UP AND CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN PREP AREA OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: : MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE PREP COOLER AND REFRIGERATOR UNIT IN PREP AREA
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIO WHEN NOT IN USE AT PREP AREA
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78
Mar 21, 2016
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EGGS SITTING OUT ON A TABLE IN THE PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 69.9F,TOTAL WEIGHT 5LBS TOTAL COST $15.00,ALSO OBSERVED ORANGE CHICKEN SITTING IN PANS IN THE REAR HALLWAY AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 80.0F, TOTAL WEIGHT 30IBS TOTAL COST $30.00,TOTAL WEIGHT FOR BOTH FOOD ITEMS 35LBS,TOTAL COST $45.00 FOR BOTH FOOD ITEMS NO TEMPERATURE LOGS PRESENT DURING INSPECTION, FOOD ITEMS WERE DENATURED AND DESTROYED DURING INSPECTION ,CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, TO TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS,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: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS IN REAR NEAR THE SHELVES UNDER AND AROUND SHELVING UNIT,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENTS IN THE PREP AREA OF DUST BUIL-UP AND CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN PREP AREA OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE PREP COOLER AND REFRIGERATOR UNIT IN PREP AREA
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTIO WHEN NOT IN USE AT PREP AREA
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70
Sep 24, 2015
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR OF KITCHEN, SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND ALL OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (SHELVES, ICE MACHINE, WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, PREP TABLES ETC).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ON THE CEILING VENTS IN THE DINING AREA AND KITCHEN; CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. SOME DUST OBSERVED ON THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT; CLEAN TO REMOVE DUST. SOME LIGHT DUST ON VENT FAN COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER; CLEAN TO REMOVE DUST.
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86
Jan 22, 2015
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER STORED ON TOP OF WALK IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE ITEMS ON TOP OF WALK IN COOLER.(GARDEN HOSES,ETC.)
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOODHANDLER AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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86
Dec 23, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN,DEFROST AND ORGANIZE THE WALK IN FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS, ICE BUILD UP. ALSO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: FLOORS IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: NOTED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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86
Dec 12, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN,DEFROST AND ORGANIZE THE WALK IN FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS, ICE BUILD UP. ALSO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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86
May 13, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST USE FOOD GRADE FREEZER BAG.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: COLD HOLD UNITS, WALK IN COOLER HAS BUILD UP OF DEBRIS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR INCLUDING RACKS, SHEVLES , DOOR GASKET AND BODY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR HAS BUILD OF DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN ENTIRE FLOOR ON PREMISES INCLUDING CORNER , UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND COOD HOLD UNITS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOOD OVER COOKING EQUIPMENTHAS BUILD UP OF GREASE. MUST DEGREASE AND DETAIL CLEAN.
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82
Sep 24, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT KITCHEN AND BACK HALLWAY AREA, IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALL AREA
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN WALLS AND BASE BOARDS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT. MUST REPLACE STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE KITCHEN ABOVE THE WALKIN COOLER. MUST REPLACE IT.
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82
Mar 19, 2013
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL STORE FIXTURES AND HOT LINE EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICULATES AND GREASE,CLEAN IN CORNER AREAS UNDER EQUIPMENT(SHELVES) AND BATHROOM BEHIND WATER TANK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING INTO CEILING AND HOLES WHEREVER NEEDED.
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86
Mar 5, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLIMEY BLACK SUBSTANCE IN THE COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. TAGGED THE MACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(a)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL STORE FIXTURES AND HOT LINE EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICULATES AND GREASE,CLEAN IN CORNER AREAS UNDER EQUIPMENT(SHELVES) AND BATHROOM BEHIND WATER TANK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING INTO CEILING AND HOLES WHEREVER NEEDED.
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82
Sep 27, 2012
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 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 ONE DEAD AND THREE LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES. DEAD ROACH WAS ON THE FLOOR BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TWO LIVE ONES WERE ON THE FLOOR IN THE WASHROOM AND ONE LIVE ONE CRAWLING ON PREP TABLE IN REAR WHERE I WAS TYPING REPORT. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE. REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO OUTSIDE AND IS SHARED WITH SUBWAY RESTAURANT IS NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM; MUST RODENT PROOF DOOR. THIS DOOR LEADS TO OUTSIDE (SIDE) OF BUILDING THAT GOES TO THE DISPOSAL AREA.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER BLADE AT REAR PREP TABLE AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE IN PREP AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND PARTICLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN IN CORNER AREAS UNDER EQUIPMENT (SHELVES) AND IN BATHROOM BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS BEHIND AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO CEILING AND CRACKS IN CEILING BY CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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78
Feb 8, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Feb 7, 2012
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles.OBSERVED OPEN SUGAR & OTHER CONDIMENTS AT WOK STATION WITH DEAD ROACHES INSIDE .MUST DISCARD & COVER AT ALL TIMES.
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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.STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 15 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON LEGS OF PREP COOLER,IN STOVE,UNDER WOK STATION.HAVE PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/7/12.& DETAIL PEST CONTROL RECEIPT OF PESTICIDES USED & LOCATION USED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLER & BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES & SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER & WHERE NEEDED,FOOD FROM PLASTIC BAGS,CARD BOARD FROM ALL SURFACES.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WOK STATION,REACH IN COOLERS,PREP COOLERS,DEEP FRYERS,PREP TABLES,EXTERIOR OF ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, ALL SHELVING UNITS,STOVE,FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLERS,HOOD & FILTERS,VENTILATION VENTS,ENTIRE TOILET ROOM,WINDOWS & SILLS,GARBAGE CANS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REMOVE GREASE & FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN WALLS& BASE BOARDS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT.MUST REPLACE STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature.MUST PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Feb 2, 2012
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #547961 1/25/12 #18 STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 50 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON LEGS OF PREP COOLER & ON FLOOR UNDER COOLERS,WOK,COOKING EQUIPMENT,TOILET ROOM. LIVE ANTS CRAWLING IN CRACKS IN CREVICES IN WALL IN DINING AREA.ALSO A INCOMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE LOG BOOK.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/2/12(CRITICAL 7-42-090)CITATION ISSUED.
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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.VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED.SEE VIOLATION #14.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLER & BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES & SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER & WHERE NEEDED,FOOD FROM PLASTIC BAGS,CARD BOARD FROM ALL SURFACES.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WOK STATION,REACH IN COOLERS,PREP COOLERS,DEEP FRYERS,PREP TABLES,EXTERIOR OF ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, ALL SHELVING UNITS,STOVE,FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLERS,HOOD & FILTERS,VENTILATION VENTS,ENTIRE TOILET ROOM,WINDOWS & SILLS,GARBAGE CANS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REMOVE GREASE & FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN WALLS& BASE BOARDS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT.MUST REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature.MUST PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Jan 25, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
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.OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE.OBSERVED DEAD ROACH ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE & BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR PARTS ALSO.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ICE & DEAD ROACH,CLEAN & SANITIZE MACHINE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE CORRECTED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.(SERIOUS 7-38-005A)CITATION ISSUED.
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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 EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 15 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON FLOOR UNDER REACH IN COOLER,PREP COOLER,IN OVEN ,ON FLOOR UNDER DEEP FRYERS & SEVERAL DEAD ROACHES IN SAME AREAS & AT SERVICE COUNTER AT THIS TIME.NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW.REAR DOOR TO COMMON AREA NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DEAD ROACHES,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOOR.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/25/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLER & BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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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.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WOK STATION,REACH IN COOLERS,PREP COOLERS,DEEP FRYERS,PREP TABLES,EXTERIOR OF ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,SHELVING UNITS,STOVE,FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK IN COOLERS,HOOD & FILTERS.
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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.MUST REMOVE GREASE & FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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70
Oct 6, 2011
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Prep tables, sinks, can opener, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor under equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris.
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90
Sep 29, 2011
Complaint
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: Source of cross contamination inside ice machine. Interior of ice machine has a black slimmy build-up on interior panel and parts of where ice is being maded and stored. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize machine and all parts. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A). "Held for Inspection" tag posted on ice machine.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Foods not protected during storage, preparation, display and servce. Observed 3 containers in rear common unfinished hallway of adjacent businesses being cooled down-cooked chicken-chicken not covered or protected or monitored for possible contamination. Instructed manager that all foods must be stored properly to prevent any possible contamination. Serious citation issued 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: Evidence of live insects on remises. Observed live roaches under cooking equipment-approximately 10 roaches. Instructed to remove all live evidence and detail clean and sanitize premises. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside walk-in cooler not labeled or dated. Instructed to label, date and cover all foods not in original containers.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Single use articles not properly stored. Instructed to invert to prevent contamination before use.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Prep tables, sinks, can opener, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Interior walk-in freezer not maintained. Instructed to defrost ice build-up.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor under equipment and along wallbase not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Coving not maintained along wallbase thru-out. Instructed reseal coving along wallbase.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary articles stored in rear hallway. Instructed to remove all clutter and trash.
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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58
May 2, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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82
Apr 21, 2011
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. NOTED EVIDENCE OF LIVE ROACHES(5) IN PAPER BAG AREA CITATION ISSUED
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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78
Apr 4, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED CONDENSOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER LEAKING, REPAIR SAME. VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS, AND SLIDING GLASS TRACKS ON REACH IN COOLERS. DETAIL CLEAN PREP TABLE SHELVES AND LEGS, FILTERS IN EXHAUST HOOD. VIOLATION STILL PENDING.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT STORE IN WALK IN COOLERS, BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPTMENT IN CORNERS THROUGHOUT. VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDER 3 COMP. SINK IN REAR AND FAUCET ON SAME. VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Mar 14, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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. NOTED CONDENSOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER LEAKING, REPAIR SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS, AND SLIDING GLASS TRACKS ON REACH IN COOLERS. DETAIL CLEAN PREP TABLE SHELVES AND LEGS, FILTERS IN EXHAUST HOOD.
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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 FLOORS THROUGHOUT STORE IN WALK IN COOLERS, BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPTMENT IN CORNERS THROUGHOUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. REPAIR LEAKY PIPE UNDER 3 COMP. SINK IN REAR AND FAUCET ON SAME.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS.
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Nov 1, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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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. MUST REPLACE STAINED AND PITTED CUTTING
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE
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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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT KITCHEN AND BACK HALLWAY AREA, IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALL AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE HALLWAY AREA
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST RESTRICT STORING ICE SCOOP WITH HANDLES FACING DOWN INSIDE ICE MACHINE, HANDLES MUST BE FACING UP, OR OUTSIDE MACHINE IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZING SOLUTION
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Jan 12, 2010
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND INTERIOR WHITE PANEL INSIDE ICE MACHINE
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE HALLWAY AREA
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was See Thru Chinese Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at See Thru Chinese Restaurant on file is from Jan 24, 2025. The public record contains 42 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at See Thru Chinese Restaurant?
Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited 23 times, more than any other issue at See Thru Chinese Restaurant.
Has See Thru Chinese Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at See Thru Chinese Restaurant have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at See Thru Chinese Restaurant 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 Restaurant inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, See Thru Chinese Restaurant is inspected around three times per year on average.
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