Complaint Re-Inspection
Dec 4, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 4, 2025 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Chengdu Impression Sichuan Restaurant
5900 N Broadway
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8 inspectionsComplaint
Nov 25, 2025
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEAD PEST ACITIVTY ON PREMISES IN PREP AREA NEAR DISHMACHINE, IN MEN'S RESTROOM, AND IN BAR AREA UNDER LIQUOR SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 60Other
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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2619319 CONDUCTED ON 06/17/25. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: #37. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING. #51. OBSERVED WATER IN THE MAIN PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK NOT DRAINING. PERSON IN CHARGE WAS ADVISED TO UNCLOG SINK AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ISSUE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #55. OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 17, 2025
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WATER IN THE MAIN PREP AREA HANDWASHING SINK SLOWLY DRAINING. PERSON IN CHARGE WAS ADVISED TO UNCLOG SINK AS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ISSUE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 54Facility maintenance
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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED USED APRONS, RUGS, MOP AND A CONTAINER OF USED COOKING OIL STORED OUTSIDE NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND TO ONLY LEAVE ITEMS WITHOUT FOOD RESIDUE AWAITING REGULARLY SCHEDULED PICKUP ITEMS OUTSIDE PRIOR TO PICKUP.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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 56Facility maintenance
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 17, 2025 · Original Source
Non-Inspection
Jun 4, 2025
No Entry
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 4, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 5, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13----PEELING PLASTIC ON METAL PREP COOLERS. MUST REMOVE ALL PEELING PLASTIC.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD INSIDE COOLERS OR FREEZERS.
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, Nov 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 3, 2024
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13----PEELING PLASTIC ON METAL PREP COOLERS. MUST REMOVE ALL PEELING PLASTIC.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD INSIDE COOLERS OR FREEZERS.
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, Oct 3, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Sep 25, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
: 6-201.11--- NOTED BLACKENED MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.----DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 6-501.114--- ALL STORED ITEMS ON THE REAR OUTDOOR WALKWAY IE: WOOD, PLASTIC CRATES, UNUSED EQUIPMENT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.
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 59Other
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PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #60 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2602981 ON 9-17-24--THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2578512 ON 7-11-23..#39- FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE AND WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR..#47- NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.#49- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SERVICE PREP COOLER WITH FOOD SPILLS, COUNTER TOPS OF THE HOT HOLDING CONTAINERS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND AROUND THE SERVICE COOLERS WITH DIRT, FOOD PARTICLE, GREASE.#55-INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH THICK, GREASE, DIRT AND SPILLS.#56- NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
4-602.11(B-E)--- SOME INTERIOR AREAS OF THE ICE MACHINE INCLUDING THE INTERIOR DOOR OF MACHINE DIRTY, IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST CLEAN 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 43Equipment and utensils
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IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
: 3-304.12--- KNIVES ON THE COOKS LINE IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN DIRTY EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS. MUST PROPERLY STORE.
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
: 4-101.19---- MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF SHELVING FOR ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. ALL FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING AT ALL TIMES.
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
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
: 4-602.13--- ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FACILITY WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----PEELING PLASTIC ON METAL PREP AND STORAGE TABLES. MUST REMOVE ALL PEELING PLASTIC.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE COOLERS OR FREEZERS.
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, Sep 25, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 17, 2024
Fail
17 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES OR SUCH A PERSON ON SITE DURING THE ENTIRE INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
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MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 10Handwashing
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
NOTED THE KITCHEN HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. SINK WAS COVERED/WRAPPED IN A LARGE PLASTIC GARBAGE BAG. MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE REMOVED THE BAG. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED THE LOW TEMPERATURE CHLORINE CHEMICAL DISH WASHING MACHINE WITHOUT ANY ATTACHED SANITIZER, NOT SANITING WHILE POT,PANS AND DISHES WHERE BEING WASHED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITIZER FOR THE MACHINE. USE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL SANITIZER PROVIDE FOR THE MACHINE AND PROPERLY SANITIZING TO 100 PPM CHLORINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
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 39Contamination
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
ALL PRE-SET TABLEWARES ON DINING ROOM TABLES MUST BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION.
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
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF SHELVING FOR ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. ALL FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING AT ALL TIMES.
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
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FACILITY WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----PEELING PLASTIC ON METAL PREP AND STORAGE TABLES. MUST REMOVE ALL PEELING PLASTIC.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE COOLERS OR FREEZERS.----EXTREMELY DIRTY MOP SINK. MUST CLEAN 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 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2578512 ON 7-11-23. #37- NOTED BULK FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE CONTAINERS AT THE FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENT'S NAME INCLUDING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.#39- FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE AND WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.#47- NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.#47- NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES THROUGHOUT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.#49- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE SERVICE PREP COOLER WITH FOOD SPILLS, COUNTER TOPS OF THE HOT HOLDING CONTAINERS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND AROUND THE SERVICE COOLERS WITH DIRT, FOOD PARTICLE, GREASE.#53- NOTED WASH ROOMS ON PREMISE WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASH ROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.#55-INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH THICK, GREASE, DIRT AND SPILLS.#56- NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS.#56-: NOTED COOKING STOVES AT THE KITCHEN NOT UNDER THE EXHAUST VENTILATION HOOD SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL COOKING STOVES AND GRILLS UNDER THE EXHAUST HOOD.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 61Other
Official wording
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON 7-11-23 FROM REPORT #2578512 NOT POSTED AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. SUMMARY NOTED IN A FOLDER WITH OTHER ASSORTED PAPERWORK. REVIEWED THE SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE POSTED AT ALL TIMES IN PUBLIC VIEW TO THE ESTABLISHMENTS CUSTOMERS. TODAYS SUMMARY POSTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
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PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PERSON IN CHARGE DURING THE INSPECTION DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 23Food source and labeling
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PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector’s notes
NOTED VARIOUS PREPARED TCS FOODS SUCH AS COOKED SHRIMP AND COOKED RICE THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS. NO LABELS OR DATES ON ANY FOODS. ALL DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP SURFACES LEFT FROM THE PREVIOUS DAYS SERVICE. ALL SOILED WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED PROPERLY WITH DIRTY LINENS AND ACTIVE WIPING CLOTHS STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
KNIVES ON THE COOKS LINE IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN DIRTY EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS. MUST PROPERLY STORE.
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 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
TO GO FOOD CONTAINERS AT THE SERVER STATION MUST BE STORED INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
NOTED BLACKENED MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.----DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. MUST CLEAN 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 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGING BEING STORED IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE STORAGE AWAY FROM FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT ITEMS FOR EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 17, 2024 · Original Source