Yuen's Chinese Kitchen

7357 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60626
Chinese
Last inspected: Jan 2, 2018
95
Score
Low Risk

Yuen's Chinese Kitchen has been inspected 22 times since 2010. On Jan 2, 2018, the health department conducted the most recent visit. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately. The file hasn't been updated since Jan 2, 2018, so take the current picture with that in mind.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around three violations compared to roughly five violations earlier on.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean”, showing up 16 times.

Yuen's Chinese Kitchen's latest score of 95 sits above the Chicago average of 81. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 2, 2018
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED TOP OF WOK RANGE DIRTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMANT TO CLEAN TOP OF WOK RANGE.
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95
Dec 26, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SLOW DRAINING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR EXPOSED HANDSINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED UNUSED STEAM TABLE AT HOT LINE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE OR FIX STEAM TABLE
41
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NOTED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHINESE CUISINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
21
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: NOTED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED NOTED ON 6/26/2017 REPORT#1955744 VIOLATION #35 NOTED CEILING PANELS MISSING OVER WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING PANELS SERRIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD LINERS ON OPEN RANGE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE CARDBOARD LINERS FROM RANGE.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED TOP OF WOK RANGE DIRTTY .INSTRUCTED MANAGEMANT TO CLEAN TOP OF WOK RANGE.
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74
Jun 26, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED CEILING PANELS MISSING OVER WALK-IN COOLER INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING PANELS
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95
Jun 19, 2017
License
7 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAK AT BASE OF TOILET.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR LEAK. CRITICAL 7-38-030
11
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NOTED NO PROOF OF GARBAGE HAULING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET A GARBAGE HAULER. SERIOUS 7-38-020.
19
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATED IN WALK -IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROPERLY DATE FOODS FOR LIFO/FIFO.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED WOK AREA ENCRUSTED WITH BURNT GREASE,SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLER ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD PARTICULATES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN BOTH WOK AREA AND SHELVING IN WALK-COOLER. INTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE NEENS CLEANING.ISTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN STEAM TABLE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS NEED CLEANING.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED CEILING PANELS MISSING OVER WALK-IN COOLER INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING PANELS.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED HOT LINE HOOD AND FILTERS GREASY AT KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS. NOTED SLOW DRAIN AT FLOOR INSIDE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ROD OUT DRAINS.
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Jun 8, 2017
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON PREMISIS FROM 2:20PM TO 3:00PM WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHOP SUEY, EGGROLLS, POTSTICKERS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
21
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD STORED IN NUMBER 10 CANS IN WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO TRANSFER CONTENTS FROM NUMBER 10 CANS TO A FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: NOTED COOKING KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN SEAMS OF TABLES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO STORE KNIVES IN AN APPROVED KNIFE RACK
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED BACKING OF WOK RANGE GREASY AND BURNT.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED CEILING PANELS MISSING OVER WALK-IN FREEZER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE CEILING PANELS.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: HOT LINE HOOD AND FILTERS GREASY IN KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD AND FILTERS.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOODHANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.
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70
Feb 7, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER NEEDS CLEANING. COVEING MISSING AT BASE OF AT WALK-IN COOLER AND IN RESTROOM.
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Feb 2, 2017
License
7 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: THIS ESTABLISHMENT PRESENTED AN INCOMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020(C) INSSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: MANAGEMENT UNABLE TO SHOW PROOF OF ENROLLMENT FOR FOODSEVICE SANITATION CLASS FROM CLASS PROVIDER SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
21
Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: THIS ESTABLISHMENT COULD NOT PRODUCE A CHEMICAL TEST KIT. A CHEMICAL TEST KIT IS ESSENTIAL FOR TESTING THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
22
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED RUSTING AT BASE OF CHEST FREEZER AT REAR. INSTUCTED TO REFINISH.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED SLICER AND GRINDER ON SHELVING ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD PARTICULATES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER NEEDS CLEANING. COVEING MISSING AT BASE OF AT WALK-IN COOLER AND IN RESTROOM.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROPER FOOTCANDLES OF LIGHTING NEEDED IN THE RESTROOM.
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70
Nov 8, 2016
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RACKS SO THE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE STOVE, FRYER AND WOKS. ALSO, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVEN IS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION, GREASE, AND FOOD DEBRIS ON HOOD AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 31, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN AND BEEF BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3-COMP SINK, WHEN CONTAMINATION IS POSSIBLE. CHICKEN AND BEEF TEMPERATURES RANGED BETWEEN 39.4F - 40F. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD IN COOLERS, NOT ON THE FLOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD, SHRIMP, BEING THAWED IMPROPERLY IN A BUCKET OF WATER NEXT TO THE 3-COMP SINK. SHRIMP WAS AT A PROPER TEMPURTURE OF 39.3F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON HOW TO PROPERLY THAW; EITHER IN THE COOLER, OR UNDER POTABLE RUNNING COLD WATER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATINS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1631664, DATED 2/18/2016. VIOLATIONS INCLUED; #30; OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN. #32; OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN KITCHEN, RUST ON DRAIN BOARD ABOVE 3-COMP SINK, RUST ON LOWER SHELVES OF 2 PREP TABLES, REPLACE CUTTING BOARD, DEEP BLACK GOOVES; ICE BUILD-UP IN DEEP FREEZER, AND USE OF CARDBOARD IN COOLERS AND FOIL ON EQUIPMENT IS PROHIBITED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #34; OBSERVED GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD-UP ON FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT, DIRTY CORNERS IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA. #35; OBSERVED DIRTY WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; AROUND THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR, IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. ALSO, STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM, CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT HAVE DUST BUILD-UP. INSTUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. #36; OBSERVED DEBRIS IN LIGHT SHEILDS THROUGHOUT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #38; OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #41; OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THROUGHOUT; REAR STORAGE AREA AND UNDER FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN. #45; FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INFORMATION PROVIDED. VIOLATIONS STILL NOT CORRECTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST ON RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RACKS SO THE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE, AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE STOVE, FRYER AND WOKS. ALSO, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVEN IS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION, GREASE, AND FOOD DEBRIS ON HOOD AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAFF NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE COOKING AND PREPARING FOOD IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES WHEN COOKING OR PREPARING FOOD IN KITCHEN.
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Feb 18, 2016
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN KITCHEN, RUST ON DRAIN BOARD ABOVE 3-COMP SINK, RUST ON LOWER SHELVES OF 2 PREP TABLES, REPLACE CUTTING BOARD, DEEP BLACK GOOVES; ICE BUILD-UP IN DEEP FREEZER, AND USE OF CARDBOARD IN COOLERS AND FOIL ON EQUIPMENT IS PROHIBITED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD-UP ON FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT, DIRTY CORNERS IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA, AND DIRTY FLOOR IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; AROUND THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR, IN STAFF TOILET ROOM, AND IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. ALSO, STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM, CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT HAVE DUST BUILD-UP. INSTUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS IN LIGHT SHEILDS THROUGHOUT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM, AND LEAKY PIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
38
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED LINEN BEING STORED IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER WATER WHILE NOT IN USE, AND MAINTAIN.
39
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THROUGHOUT; REAR STORAGE AREA AND UNDER FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
41
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INFORMATION PROVIDED
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Feb 11, 2016
Routine
12 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 EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. 2 INCH HOLE ON THE BOTTOM LEFT-HAND SIDE OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOOR, INSTALL PROPER THESHOLD TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
18
Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: CHEMICAL TEST KIT NOT ON-SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TEST KIT ON LAST INSPECTION REPORT, DATED 2/13/2015. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
22
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSP REPORT #1482582, DATED 2/13/2015. VIOLATION #32; COOKED AND RAW FOOD STORED INSIDE THE GROCERY PLASTIC BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. VIOLATION #33;DEEP FRIER'S WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE,BURNED FOOD AND GRIME INSIDE THE OVENS,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FOOD EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD /GRIME BUILD-UP. HOOD,FILTERS AND FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH BUILD UP OF GREASE.EXCESS DEBRIS BUILD UP ON SHELF UNDER THE STEAM TABLES,DIRTY UNUSED DISHES AND POTS WITH EXCESS GREASE AND DUST . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER BLADE WITH METAL SHAVING /DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VIOLATION #35;WALLS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH DEBRIS AND DANGLING GREASE FROM CEILING.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN KITCHEN, RUST ON DRAIN BOARD ABOVE 3-COMP SINK, RUST ON LOWER SHELVES OF 2 PREP TABLES, REPLACE CUTTING BOARD, DEEP BLACK GOOVES; ICE BUILD-UP IN DEEP FREEZER, AND USE OF CARDBOARD IN COOLERS AND FOIL ON EQUIPMENT IS PROHIBITED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD-UP ON FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT, DIRTY CORNERS IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA, AND DIRTY FLOOR IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; AROUND THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR, IN STAFF TOILET ROOM, AND IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. ALSO, STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM, CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT HAVE DUST BUILD-UP. INSTUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS IN LIGHT SHEILDS THROUGHOUT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM, AND LEAKY PIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
38
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED LINEN BEING STORED IMPROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER WATER WHILE NOT IN USE, AND MAINTAIN.
39
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THROUGHOUT; REAR STORAGE AREA AND UNDER FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
41
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INFORMATION PROVIDED.
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Feb 20, 2015
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: COOKED AND RAW FOOD STORED INSIDE THE GROCERY PLASTIC BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DEEP FRIER'S WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE,BURNED FOOD AND GRIME INSIDE THE OVENS,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FOOD EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD /GRIME BUILD-UP. HOOD,FILTERS AND FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH BUILD UP OF GREASE.EXCESS DEBRIS BUILD UP ON SHELF UNDER THE STEAM TABLES,DIRTY UNUSED DISHES AND POTS WITH EXCESS GREASE AND DUST . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER BLADE WITH METAL SHAVING /DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GREASE BUILD-UP BEHIND THE GREASE BOX AND BY THE FOOT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,EAST SIDE OF THE KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH DEBRIS AND DANGLING GREASE FROM CEILING.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
35
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: APRONS THAT COOK WAS WEARING IN POOR CONDITIONS:EXTREMELY STAINED, DISCOLORED AND WRINKLED. ALL EMPLOYEE SHALL HAVE CLEAN CLOTHING
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Feb 13, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER USED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS.OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING AND RINSING MULTI USED UTENSILS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,ALSO STORED SAID UTENSILS.NO SANITIZE SOLUTION USED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO SET UP THREE COMPARTMENT SINK: WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE(100ppm). CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED COOKED NOODLE IN WATER IN A BUCKET UNCOVERED STORED INSIDE A MOP SINK WITH DIRTY MOPS AND METAL SCRUBBIES.PRODUCE BOXES WERE STORED ON TOP THE OPENED FOOD PRODUCT AND AROUND/INSIDE MOP SINK.ALSO OBSERVED A BUCKET WITH DIRTY APRONS SOAKING WITH SOAP AND BLEACH BY THE OPENED FOOD. FOOD REMOVED AND DISCARDED. POUNDS#2 , VALUE 10.INSTRUCTED TO COVER FOOD AT ALL TIMES AND NOT TO STORE INSIDE THE MOP SINK. FOUND COOKED FOOD UNCOVERED STACKED ON TOP EACH OTHER INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO COVER FOOD. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
16
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 MICE DROPPINGS APPROX 60 OR MORE IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS OF PREMISES: BEHIND HOT WATER TANK,UNDER THE SHELVES,REAR AREA.INSIDE THE WASHROOM BEHIND CHEMICAL SHELF.ALONG BASEBOARD WALL UNDER THE PREP TABLE AT NORTH SIDE OF PREMISES.BEHIND THE REACH-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA MENTIONED. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-020
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: COOKED AND RAW FOOD STORED INSIDE THE GROCERY PLASTIC BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DEEP FRIER'S WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE,BURNED FOOD AND GRIME INSIDE THE OVENS,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FOOD EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD /GRIME BUILD-UP. HOOD,FILTERS AND FIRE EXTINGUISHER WITH BUILD UP OF GREASE.EXCESS DEBRIS BUILD UP ON SHELF UNDER THE STEAM TABLES,DIRTY UNUSED DISHES AND POTS WITH EXCESS GREASE AND DUST . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER BLADE WITH METAL SHAVING /DEBRIS INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GREASE BUILD-UP BEHIND THE GREASE BOX AND BY THE FOOT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,EAST SIDE OF THE KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN WITH DEBRIS AND DANGLING GREASE FROM CEILING.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: APRONS THAT COOK WAS WEARING IN POOR CONDITIONS:EXTREMELY STAINED, DISCOLORED AND WRINKLED. ALL EMPLOYEE SHALL HAVE CLEAN CLOTHING
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Mar 17, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED.(FLOUR, SUGAR,ETC.)
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT CLEAN.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER WOK AREAS AND ALONG WALLS.
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Jul 17, 2013
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NO FOOD LABELS PROVIDED AT BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: RAW AND COOKED FOOD STORED INSIDE THE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: STAINLESS SMALL CONTAINERS INSIDE COOKED FOOD CONTAINERS,WHICH ARE USED TO PICK-UP FOOD,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SERVING UTENSILS WITH LONG HANDLES TO MINIMIZE POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET AROUND WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR/BROKEN, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. NOT ENOUGH SHELVES PROVIDE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVES AND STORE FOOD 6" OFF THE FLOOR
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE TRAP UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT IS DIRTY WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALL WITH FOOD STAINS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OPENED CEILING AROUND PIPE AND BROKEN WALL UNDER THE PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL./ REPAIR SAID WALLS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: DEAD INSECTS AND DUST INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AND DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: STAFF WASHROOM DOOR NOT COMPLETELY SELF CLOSING,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE TO DOOR
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD-UP ON VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER PROVIDE ON PREMISES TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IT.
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Jul 10, 2013
Complaint
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: AIR TEMP OF 49.7F TO 50F, THEIR OWN THERMOMETERS SHOWED TEMP OF 54F. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD WERE STORED INSIDE THE UNIT: COOKED CHICKEN, BEEF, SHRIMP, ETC. TAGGED UNIT "HELD FOR INSPECTION" INSTRUCTED NOT USE UNIT, ALSO MINIMIZE FOOD PREPARATION DUE TO LIMITED COOLERS. CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-005(A). UNIT MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 40F AND BELOW.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: EGG ROLLS AT TEMP OF 48F TO 49.6F; RANGOON FILLED WITH CREAM CHEESE AT TEMP OF 49.5F; COOKED CHICKEN AT TEMP OF 62,7F,COOKED BEEF AT TEMP OF 67.9F. COOKED SHRIMP AT TEMP 46.7F AND RAW CHICKEN AT TEMP OF 56.9F.NO PROOF OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE, NOR COOLING PROCESS LOG PROVIDED AT PRESENT TIME.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 50, VALUE 200. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NO FOOD LABELS PROVIDED AT BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: RAW AND COOKED FOOD STORED INSIDE THE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: STAINLESS SMALL CONTAINERS INSIDE COOKED FOOD CONTAINERS,WHICH ARE USED TO PICK-UP FOOD,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SERVING UTENSILS WITH LONG HANDLES TO MINIMIZE POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET AROUND WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR/BROKEN, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. NOT ENOUGH SHELVES PROVIDE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVES AND STORE FOOD 6" OFF THE FLOOR
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE TRAP UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT IS DIRTY WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALL WITH FOOD STAINS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OPENED CEILING AROUND PIPE AND BROKEN WALL UNDER THE PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL./ REPAIR SAID WALLS
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: DEAD INSECTS AND DUST INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AND DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: STAFF WASHROOM DOOR NOT COMPLETELY SELF CLOSING,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE TO DOOR
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD-UP ON VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER PROVIDE ON PREMISES TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IT.
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May 29, 2013
License
10 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NO FOOD LABELS PROVIDED AT BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: RAW AND COOKED FOOD STORED INSIDE THE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: STAINLESS SMALL CONTAINERS INSIDE COOKED FOOD CONTAINERS,WHICH ARE USED TO PICK-UP FOOD,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SERVING UTENSILS WITH LONG HANDLES TO MINIMIZE POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKET AROUND WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR/BROKEN, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. NOT ENOUGH SHELVES PROVIDE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHELVES AND STORE FOOD 6" OFF THE FLOOR
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE TRAP UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT IS DIRTY WITH DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALL WITH FOOD STAINS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OPENED CEILING AROUND PIPE AND BROKEN WALL UNDER THE PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL./ REPAIR SAID WALLS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: DEAD INSECTS AND DUST INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AND DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: STAFF WASHROOM DOOR NOT COMPLETELY SELF CLOSING,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE TO DOOR
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: ACCUMULATION OF DUST BUILD-UP ON VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER PROVIDE ON PREMISES TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IT.
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Jan 11, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 5, 2011
License
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH /REPAIR/REPLACE BADLY WORNED OUT WOODEN CUTTING BOARD IN KITCHEN WITH OPENINGS AND DARK STAINS.MUST REPLACE TWO(2)CHINA WOK ON STOVE WITH RUST INTERIOR.MUST ALSO REMOVE FOIL COVERINGS INSIDE DEEP FRYERS.INSTRUCTED ALSO TO REPAIR BROKEN DUMPSTER CONTAINER LID COVER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GREASE BUILD UPS ON HOOD EDGELINES AND ON THE FIXTURES,AND VENT IN TOILET WITH DUST.ALSO INSIDE COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS UNDER HOOD WITH DUST/GREASE,AND 3COMP.SINKS,INCUDING DRAIN BOARDS NEEDS CLEANING.
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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. INSTREUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS ON FLOORS AT REAR BEHIND AND AROUND FLOOR REACH IN FREEZER AND IN TOILET ALONG WALLS.MUST MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY IN TOILET,AND REPAIR DAMAGED TILES ON FLOOR AROUND TOILET BOWL.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN AT CORNER OF HOOD BY 3COMP.SINK,SEAL UP OPENINGS ON CEILING TILES IN TOILET AND AT REAR BY FLOOR REACH IN FREEZER,AND HOLE ON WALL AROUND PIPE BEHIND TOILET BOWL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WATER LEAKING FROM TOILET BOWL BASE,AND CONSTANT DRIPPINGS ON FAUCET UNDER HOOD AT CHINA BURNER.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER INSIDE ALL COOLERS/FREZEERS.
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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. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE OR REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN TOILET AND AT 3COMP.SINK DRAIN BOARD AREAS,AND ALSO AT FLOOR FREEZER CORNER REAR AREA.MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AT DUMPSTER CONTAINER AREA.
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Oct 22, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION # 419298 DATED 10.7.10.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION REPORT #419298 DATED 10.7.10.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION REPORT #419298 DATED 10.7.10.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS NOTED ON INSPECTION REPORT #419298 DATED 10.7.10.
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Oct 7, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND 10 POUNDS OF RICE IN PICNIC COOLER ACROSS FROM WOK STOVE AND 2 POUNDS OF RICE IN RICE WARMER NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 110.6 - 126.4 DEGREES F. NOTED RICE IN PICNIC COOLER HAD SCATTERED BROWNISH COLORED RICE. MANAGER STATED COLOR WAS FROM ADDING SESAME OIL AND PEPPER. ALSO FOUND 13 RAW EGGS (LESS THAN A 1 POUND) IN WALK-IN COOLER AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 56.4 - 57.2 DEGREES F. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO DISPOSE AND DENATURE. OWNER COMPLIED. TOTAL WEIGHT 13 LBS, VALUE $25. ALL WEIGHTS AND VALUES ARE APPROXIMATIONS. CITATION #63819-11 COURT DATE 11.18.10 AT 400 W SUPERIOR, ROOM 112 AT 10 AM.
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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. FOUND OVER 1/2" GAP UNDER REAR OUTER DOOR. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO SEAL DOOR. CITATION #63819-11 COURT DATE 11.18.10 AT 400 W SUPERIOR, ROOM 112 AT 10AM.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. WHILE DRAINING LEFT COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA GREASY WATER WITH FOOD DEBRIS CAME UP IN THE NEXT 2 COMPARTMENTS THEN SLOWLY DRAINED DOWN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE SINK MAINTAINED. CITATION #63820-12 COURT DATE 11.18.10, 400 W SUPERIOR, ROOM 112 AT 10 AM.
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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 PROPERLY LABEL ALL UNLABLELD PREPARED FOODS TO ENSURE FRESHNESS AND FIRST IN - FIRST OUT PRINCIPLES.
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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 DETAIL CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT INCLUDING STOVES AND ATTACHED PIPES, REFRGERATION UNITS AND PREP COUNTERS. CLEAN INSIDE, OUTSIDE THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.
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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. REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD USED AS SHELVING AND REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH, NON-POPROUS SURFACE FOR EASY CLEANING. CLEAN CEILING FANS IN DINING 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. CLEAN AND ORGANIZE WASHROOM IN REAR. REMOVE UNEEDED ITEMS. STORE REMAINING ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
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Feb 22, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.found some food items not properly dated/labeled in coolers. must date and label all foods .in coolers.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, storage shelving, not clean need detailed cleaning.
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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.floor under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, storage shelving not clean need cleaning.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods.walls, ceilings in prep are need cleaning(detailed).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.light shields in prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Yuen's Chinese Kitchen last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Yuen's Chinese Kitchen on file is from Jan 2, 2018. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Yuen's Chinese Kitchen?

Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 16 times, more than any other issue at Yuen's Chinese Kitchen.

Has Yuen's Chinese Kitchen's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Yuen's Chinese Kitchen have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Yuen's Chinese Kitchen means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.