Canvass
Jan 23, 2026
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 23, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
2 Asian Brothers
3222 W Foster Ave
Last inspected Jan 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗
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The full inspection history
3 inspectionsCanvass
Jun 26, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOKED RICE AND CHICKEN IN THE WALK-IN COOLER STORED COVERED WHILE COOLING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS LOOSELY-COVERED OR UNCOVERED (IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION) WHILE COOLING AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 45Equipment and utensils
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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-SERVICE PLASTIC CUPS STORED IN BOX DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT SMOOTHIE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE PLASTIC CUPS AND STORE SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINGLE-USE ALUMINUM SHEET PANS USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SINGLE-USE ALUMINUM SHEET PANS AND MAINTAIN ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND OIL ALOND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF SHELVES AND OTHER EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SLUSHIE MACHINE AT THE FRONT SMOOTHIE AREA NOT IN-USE OR NECESSARY TO OPERATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SLUSHIE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE FROM EQUIPMENT OR OTHER ITEMS UNNECESSARY TO FOOD OPERATIONS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 26, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 11, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
Observed the sides of the wok cooking station as well as sides of the equipment to be covered in grease and food residue. Instructed manager to clean and maintain cooking station to be free of grease and food residue build up.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
Damaged preparation sink faucet of 2 compartment prep sink in rear prep area. Instructed manager to remove duct tape and repair and maintain faucet.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
Observed unnecessary items and clutter in the basement storage area as well as items stored on drink storage crates in rear. Instructed manager to clean and maintain area free of heavy clutter to prevent potential pest harborage.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
Observed TCS Foods held at improper temperatures. Observed beef broth held at 51.8F and sliced beef at 48.7F in 3 door reach in cooler across from wok station. Manager voluntarily discarded 5 lbs of broth and 1 lb of sliced beef with a value of $85. Instructed manager that all TCS foods must be held at or below 41F at all times. Priority violation, 7-38-005. Citation issued.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 39Contamination
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
Observed tissue and napkin boxes stored below waste water lines in the basement storage area. Instructed manager to move items to not be stored below any waste lines.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
Observed torn gaskets on the door of 3 door reach in cooler at front of the rear grilling area. Instructed manager to replace damaged gasket.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 11, 2024 · Original Source