Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese
Last inspected: Feb 5, 2026
86
Score
Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese has been inspected 17 times since 2017. On Feb 5, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly 12 violations before.
Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 17 times.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 5, 2026
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 2-DOOR PREP COOLER RIGHT SIDE DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE/FOOD BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD/FILTERS. MUST CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD/FILTERS.
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Jan 28, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMLATED BLACK DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE, ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 2-DOOR PREP COOLER RIGHT SIDE DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES ALONG COOKLINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN PREP AREA SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 1ST FLOOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING STOPPERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR 1ST FLOOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON PREP AREA FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN PREP AREA FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE/FOOD BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD/FILTERS. MUST CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD/FILTERS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: SOME FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES HAVE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST UPDATE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES.
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Jan 14, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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Jan 7, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: NOTED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN USE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR TO MEET SANITIZING REQUIREMENTS OF 50-100PPM. DISH MACHINE WAS SERVICED DURING INSPECTION NOW READING 50 PPM CHOLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2599979 CONDUCTED ON 8/9/24. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#10) 6-301.14: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS: CENTRAL KITCHEN AREA, 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA, FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINK SIGNAGE FOR ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. (#38) 6-202.13 OBSERVED INSECT CONTROL DEVICE OVER FOOD PREPARATION AREA AT THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE INSECT CONTROL DEVICE SUCH THAT THE RISK OF INSECT PARTS FALOBSERVED (43) 3-304.12 IN-USE ICE SCOOP STORED WITH HANDLE IN THE ICE AT FRONT BAR AREA ICE BIN AND SEVERAL KNIVES STORED BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND FACILITY WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS ON DRY, CLEAN, SANTIIZED SURFACE IN BETWEEN USES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.LING ONTO FOOD, PREP SURFACES, OR EQUIPMENT IS ELIMINATED AND MAINTAIN. (49) 4-601.11(B) OBSERVED FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (WOK LINE AND STOVETOP) IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA TO BE SOILED WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSTIS AND MAINTAIN. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TRICKLE OF WATER AT HANDSINK IN THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. WATER IS NOT SUFFICIENT CAPACITY TO MEET WATER DEMANDS.INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. FOOD HANDLER INDICATED THAT HE TURNED OFF WATER, FOOD HANDLER WAS ABLE TO TURN ON WATER AT HANDSINK INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED DUE TO TRASH OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY NOT MEETING THAWING REQUIREMENTS, FOOD HANDLER THAWING ENTIRE CASE OF FROZEN PORK UNDER WOK STATION. ALSO NOTED FROZEN SQUID IN 2ND FLOOR PREP KITCHEN IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SITTING IN STAGNANT WATER. INFORMED MANAGER OF PROPER THAWING METHODS (MUST UTILIZE RUNNING WATER WITH ENOUGH VOLATILITY WHEN THAWING). MUST MEET PROPER THAWING REQUIREMENTS AND MAINTAIN
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES ON STAIR LEADING TO 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOOD PIECES BROKEN IN REAR PREP OF MAIN KITCHEN COVERED WITH CARDBOARD, INSTRUCTED T REMOVED CARDBOARD AND REPAIR HOOD SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE.
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Aug 9, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 7 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS IN THE REAR 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER TO BE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES FOR COLD-HOLDING: RAW CHICKEN AT 49.8F, COOKED CHICKEN AT 46.7F, EGGROLLS AT 47.8F. INSTRUCTED TO DENATURE AND DISCARD OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOOD ITEMS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PERSON-IN-CHARGE DENATURED AND DISCARDED OUT OF TEMPERATURE FOOD ITEMS ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. APPROXIMATELY 50 LBS VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $250.00 OF FOOD DISCARDED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR AREA 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER AT IMPROPER INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE FOR COLD-HOLDING TCS FOOD ITEMS (AMBIENT AIR AT 53.4F). INSTRUCTED TO CEASE USE OF COOLER FOR STORAGE OF TCS FOOD ITEMS. TAGGED EQUIPMENT ON-SITE WITH INFORMATION TO CONTACT CDPH ONCE REPAIRED/REPLACED AND PRIOR TO USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS: CENTRAL KITCHEN AREA, 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA, FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINK SIGNAGE FOR ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INSECT CONTROL DEVICE OVER FOOD PREPARATION AREA AT THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE INSECT CONTROL DEVICE SUCH THAT THE RISK OF INSECT PARTS FALLING ONTO FOOD, PREP SURFACES, OR EQUIPMENT IS ELIMINATED AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL BULK CONTAINERS OF NON-TCS FOOD ITEMS STORED IN OPEN, UNCOVERED CONTAINERS WITHOUT ADQEUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION AT THE MAIN FOOD PREP LINE (ABOVE 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION SUCH AS LIDS FOR CONTAINERS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN-USE ICE SCOOP STORED WITH HANDLE IN THE ICE AT FRONT BAR AREA ICE BIN AND SEVERAL KNIVES STORED BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND FACILITY WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN-USE UTENSILS ON DRY, CLEAN, SANTIIZED SURFACE IN BETWEEN USES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (WOK LINE AND STOVETOP) IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AREA TO BE SOILED WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSTIS AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN-USE EXPANDING HOSE USED FOR CLEANING FLOORS AT WAREWASHING AREA LINED WITH FABRIC AND NOT EASILY-CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE EXPANDING HOSE WITH APPROVED HOSE THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS BENEATH SHELVES AND DUNNAGE RACKS IN THE 2ND FLOR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA TO BE SOILED WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS BENEATH SHELVING AND OTHER PHYSICAL FACILITIES AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 5, 2023
Reinspection
11 minor violations.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LABELS ON LARGE BULK CONTAINERS STORED IN ALL 3 PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: VIOLATION CORRECTED. PEST CONTROL ON SITE FOR SERVICE 11/29/23. SMALL BLACK LIVE FLY ACTIVITY HAS BEEN MINIMIZED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS OF PREMISE NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROTECTIVE BARRIER.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT SINK STOPPERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED TO PROPERLY SET UP MAUAL WAREWASHING AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL COOLING UNITS, SHELVING UNITS, UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, RICE COOKING UNITS AND LIQUOR WELL IN NEED OF INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NOODLE DOUGH MAKERS IN PLACE IN 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR TOILET ROOM WITH EXCESSIVE TRASH AND MISCELLANEUS ITEMS STORED INSIDE SHOWER AND ON FLOOR THROUGHOIT SAID SPACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS, ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOLED GREASE FOOD DEBRIS UNDER DEEP FRYERS IN PREP AREA, ALL FLOOR DRAINS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, AND TRASH ON 2ND FL STORAGE ROOM FLOOR UNDER RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP ON VENTS IN PLACE IN CEILING ABOVE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Nov 28, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN USE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA (1ST FLOOR) NOT POPERLY SANITIZING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED SANITIZER STRENTH @ 0PPM. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REPAIR MACHINE TO PROPER SANITIZING STRENGTH OF AT LEAST 50PPM. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK LOCATED IN IN USE 1ST PREP AREA WITHOUT HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS DURING OPERATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AVAILABLE AT IN USE BAR HANDSINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN ORDER TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. PIC PROVIDED PAPERTOWELS. #7-38-030 (C).
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBERVED MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN .
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LABELS ON LARGE BULK CONTAINERS STORED IN ALL 3 PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS OF PREMISE NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROTECTIVE BARRIER.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 50 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES ON THE WALL IN DINING ROOM, PREP AREA WALLS AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, FLYING AROUND IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE AND ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT SINK STOPPERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED TO PROPERLY SET UP MAUAL WAREWASHING AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL COOLING UNITS, SHELVING UNITS, UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, RICE COOKING UNITS AND LIQUOR WELL IN NEED OF INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NOODLE DOUGH MAKERS IN PLACE IN 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DRIED FOOD.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR TOILET ROOM WITH EXCESSIVE TRASH AND MISCELLANEUS ITEMS STORED INSIDE SHOWER AND ON FLOOR THROUGHOIT SAID SPACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS, ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOLED GREASE FOOD DEBRIS UNDER DEEP FRYERS IN PREP AREA, ALL FLOOR DRAINS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, AND TRASH ON 2ND FL STORAGE ROOM FLOOR UNDER RACKS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP ON VENTS IN PLACE IN CEILING ABOVE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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Mar 9, 2022
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN INDER COOK LINE, EXESSIVE DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Walls behind prep tables and large mixers at 2nd floor kitchen and first floor dough rolling table with chipped and stained surfaces. instructed to install a durable smooth surface that's easily cleanable.
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Mar 2, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT MAIN KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK.WATER TEMP 72F, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FACILITY ADDED A KITCHEN AT 2ND FLOOR WITH NO HAND WASH SINK PROVIDED,OBSERVED PREP TABLES, LARGE MIXERS AND 2 STOVES. EVIDENCE OF RECENT USAGE NOTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSTRUCTED HAND WASH SINKS IN BOTH PREP AREAS, FOOD CONTAINER AND STRAINERS PLACED IN HAND WASH SINK BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: FOUND SEVERAL COOKED TCS FOOD(CHICKEN, PORK..) IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH NO DATES. INSTRUCTED TO LABLE ALL COOKDED TCS FOODS AND DISCARD AFTER 7 DAYS FOR CHILLED FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-37-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE NO RECENT LOG BOOK WITH RECORDS OF SERVICE LAST MARCH 2021. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C)
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTH NOT STORED PROEPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THE ONE IN USE IN A SANITIZER BUCKET.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND SOAP NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT EMPLOYEES RESTROOM AT 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIOTIY FOUNDATION VIOALTION 7-38-030(c)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: SEVERAL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED, SUGAR, SALT.... INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: REUSING TIN CANS AS AMULTI-USE CONTAINER FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROEPR FOOD CONTAINERS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: SHELVES THROUGH OUT KITCHENS NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN INDER COOK LINE, EXESSIVE DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 16, 2020
Complaint
No violations found.
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Oct 7, 2020
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: NO HOT WATER THROUGH OUT FACILITY 52.1F, HOT WATER TANK NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER TO FACILITY AT ALL TIMES DURING OPERATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING AND SELLING TCS FOODS ( BEEF, PORK ) INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT PREP AREA HAND SINK. COOK WASHING HANDS IN 3 COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT ALL HAND WASH WASH SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: DRY SPICE AND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT CLEAN, GREASE AND DIRT BUILD-UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: USING GREASY AND DIRTY CARDBOARD TO LINE SHELVES IN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO USE CLEAN SURFACES FOR SHELVES, NO CARDBOARD ALLOWED.
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May 20, 2019
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12. Inspector Comments: - MUST PROVIDE IDENTIFICATION LABELS OF THE BULK FOOD ITEMS IN THE FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-304.12. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED KITCHEN KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST STORE ALL UTENSILS IN A CLEAN, DRY PLACE, THAT IS AWAY FROM SOURCES OF POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION IN BETWEEN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-904.13. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED PRESET TABLEWARE IN THE DINING ROOM, UNCOVERED & EXPOSED TO POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION. MUST REMOVE/COVER/INVERT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF PRESET TABLEWARE TO PREVENT POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO CONTAMINATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.113. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED THE MOPS, BROOMS, AND MOP BUCKETS STORED IN THE OUTSIDE ALLEY BY THE DUMPSTER. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS INSIDE, OFF THE FLOOR, AND AWAY FROM SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.12. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED AN EXTREME ACCUMULATION OF GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ONTO THE FLOOR UNDER THE WOK/GRILL. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN CLEANLINESS AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILDUP ON THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM'S EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE DISHMACHINE'S EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13. Inspector Comments: - MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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May 13, 2019
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED FOODS HELD ON THE COUNTERS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED 3# OF COOKED RICE NOODLES (63.7F), 1# OF FISH SAUCE(72.4F), #5 EGGS (52.6F). MUST KEEP ALL COLD HOLD FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW. FACILITY CORRECTED VIOLATION ON SITE BY DISCARDING THE FOOD ITEMS WITH A REPORTED VALUE OF $150. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK IDENTIFICATION TAGS AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR 2# OF CLAMS KEPT IN THE COOLER. MUST PROVIDE TAGS TO BE KEPT IN ALL CONTAINERS WITH THE SHELLSTOCK AND MAINTAINED ON SITE FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS. FACILITY CORRECTED VIOLATION ON SITE BY DISCARDING THE CLAMS WITHOUT ANY SHELLSTOCK TAGS WITH A REPORTED VALUE OF $50. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN EXTREME ACCUMULATION OF TRASH AND DEBRIS SPILLING FROM THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AND ACCUMULATED ON THE GROUND AROUND THE DUMPSTER AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED. -
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: - MUST PROVIDE IDENTIFICATION LABELS OF THE BULK FOOD ITEMS (RICE) IN THE FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. -
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED KITCHEN KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST STORE ALL UTENSILS IN A CLEAN, DRY PLACE, THAT IS AWAY FROM SOURCES OF POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION IN BETWEEN USE. -
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED PRESET TABLEWARE IN THE DINING ROOM, UNCOVERED & EXPOSED TO POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION. MUST REMOVE/COVER/INVERT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF PRESET TABLEWARE TO PREVENT POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO CONTAMINATION. -
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED THE MOPS, BROOMS, AND MOP BUCKETS STORED IN THE OUTSIDE ALLEY BY THE DUMPSTER. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS INSIDE, OFF THE FLOOR, AND AWAY FROM SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION. -
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN EXTREME ACCUMULATION OF GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ONTO THE FLOOR UNDER THE WOK/GRILL. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN CLEANLINESS AT ALL TIMES. -
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILDUP ON THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM'S EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE DISHMACHINE'S EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: - MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. -
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Oct 9, 2018
Reinspection
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17(D) INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE SELL BY DATE/SHELF LIFE OF FOODS LABELED INSIDE COOLERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(A) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST HAVE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012(A).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE WITH BIOHAZARD CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE PREP AREA COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS, FOOD BUILD UP ON PREP AREA SHELVES ALONG COOKLINE ALSO OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS/GRIME BUILD UP ON PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWLS AROUND HANDLES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA CEILING TILES AND MISSING CEILING LIGHT COVER ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES AND PROVIDE LIGHT COVER.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES.
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Sep 5, 2018
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: 4-301.11 2-DOOR PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINED, AMBIENT AIR TEMPERAUTURE AT 50 F, FOUND SHRIMP, PORK, ETC. INSIDE SAID COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR 2-DOOR COOLER, AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE MUST BE 41.0 F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: 3-501.16(A) FOUND THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE-PAN FRIED CORN,PORK AND SHIRIMP CAKE AT 57.7 F, PAN FRIED POT STICKER AT 57.7 F, FRIED POT STICKER AT 53.3 F, PORK CHIVES DUMPLING AT 53.3 F, SHREDDED TARO CAKE AT 57.0 F, EGG ROLLS AT 57.7 F, SHRIMP ROLLS AT 53.3 F AND FRIED TARO ROLLS AT 57.7 F, PORK AT 57.7 F, SHRIMP AT 57.7 F AND BBQ PORK AT 57.7 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41.0 F OR BELOW IF HELD COLD. ALL SAID OUT OF TEMPERATURE TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILLY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY 7-38-005.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-102.12 NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SHRIMP, ETC.) ARE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(A) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST HAVE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012(A).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEANING PROCEDURE WITH BIOHAZARD CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17(D) INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE SELL BY DATE/SHELF LIFE OF FOODS LABELED INSIDE COOLERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE PREP AREA COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS, FOOD BUILD UP ON PREP AREA SHELVES ALONG COOKLINE ALSO OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS/GRIME BUILD UP ON PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWLS AROUND HANDLES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA CEILING TILES AND MISSING CEILING LIGHT COVER ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES AND PROVIDE LIGHT COVER.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES.
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Jun 20, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 7, 2017
License
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR DOOR LEADING TO ALLEY WITH DUMPSTERS NOT RODENTPROOF WITH 1/4 INCH GAP AT BASE. MUST MAKE DOOR COMPLETELY RODENTPROOF SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DUMPSTERS IN PLACE AND NO CONTRACT PROVIDED. PROVIDE DUMPSTERS OR CONTRACT WITH GARBAGE COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 MISSING LIGHTS AND MISSING LIGHT SHEILDS ABOVE WOK AREA. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL REFRIGERATORS. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN ALL THERMOMETERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese on file is from Feb 5, 2026. The public record contains 17 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 17 times, more than any other issue at Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese.
Has Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 12 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Shang Noodle Streeterville — Chang Noodle and Chinese is inspected around two times per year on average.
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