Zen Noodles
Last inspected: Feb 29, 2012
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Score
Zen Noodles appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2010. Zen Noodles was last inspected on Feb 29, 2012. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well. Public records show no inspections at Zen Noodles since Feb 29, 2012, so this file may not reflect current conditions.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around four violations to closer to two violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing two times across the record.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Zen Noodles is comfortably above that bar. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
Feb 29, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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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. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE REACHIN FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT HAS ICE BUILDUP OM THEM.
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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 THEMOMETERS IN THE WALKIN AND REACHIN COOLERS.
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Aug 29, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST STORE SINGLE SERVE ARTICLES PROPERLY, WITH HANDLE FACING UP OR IN ONE DIRECTION
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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
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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 SHIELD IN BASEMENT AREA, AND REPLACE LIGHT BULB, THATS OUT ABOVE DISH AREA IN BASEMENT
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Aug 19, 2010
Tag Removal
5 minor violations.
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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.ALL FOOD STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE DATED & LABELED.
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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.SPLASHGUARD AT EXPOSED HANDSINK AT SUSHI AREA NOT INSTALLED.
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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.LIGHT BULBS OVER CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT NOT SHIELDED.
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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.ALL CLEANING EQUIPMEDNT SHOULD BE STORED CLEAN,HUNG TO DRY.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair..FOUND SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Aug 13, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
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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.LARGE AMOUNTS OF MOLD INSIDE ICE MACHINE-TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE,FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.
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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.ALL FOOD STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE DATED & LABELED.
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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.SPLASHGUARD AT EXPOSED HANDSINK AT SUSHI AREA NOT INSTALLED.
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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.LIGHT BULBS OVER CHEST FREEZERS IN BASEMENT NOT SHIELDED.
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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.ALL CLEANING EQUIPMEDNT SHOULD BE STORED CLEAN,HUNG TO DRY.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.FOUND SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Zen Noodles last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Zen Noodles on file is from Feb 29, 2012. The public record contains four inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Zen Noodles?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Zen Noodles.
Has Zen Noodles' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Zen Noodles have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Zen Noodles means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
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