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9 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 9, 2026
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
THE FOLLOWING NEEDS CLEANING: PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN AREA (TOP AND BOTTOM), REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS IN KITCHEN, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. CLEAN ALL 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE TOILET AND SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM 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.
OBSERVED THE WALLS AND FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT, SPILLAGE, GREASE AND OTHER MATTER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AND FLOORS IN KITCHEN, WALK-IN COOLERS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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.
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 9, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 2, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 100 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT AREA ON THE FLOOR IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE BASEMENT USED BY THE RESTAURANT. FOUND 20 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE KITCHEN CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED FOR CONTROL OF VERMIN AND INSECTS.
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.
THE FOLLOWING NEEDS CLEANING: PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN AREA (TOP AND BOTTOM), REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS IN KITCHEN, WOK STATION, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND THE ROLLING CART. CLEAN ALL 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE TOILET AND SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM 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.
OBSERVED THE WALLS AND FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT, SPILLAGE, GREASE AND OTHER MATTER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AND FLOORS IN KITCHEN, WALK-IN COOLERS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA, KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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.
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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.
FOUND EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER TO OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 2, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jul 8, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jun 10, 2025
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 10, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 27, 2025
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 35Food temperature
Official wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s notes
3-501.13: OBSERVED WHOLE DUCK BEING THAWED IN A BOWL OF WATER IN THE SERVICE SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS 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.
6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEAR THE AQUARIUM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
4-301.12: OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED DIRT BUILD UP ON THE HAND SOAP DISPENSERS IN NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 27, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 18, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 8Handwashing
Official wording
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER RINSE HANDS IN THE SERVICE SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLER TO WASH HANDS AT NEAREST HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010, 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.
OBSERVED LOW-TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE (NOT IN USE) NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY SANITIZING. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR MAINTENANCE PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025, NO 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.
OBSERVED WHOLE DUCK BEING THAWED IN A BOWL OF WATER IN THE SERVICE SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS 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.
OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEAR THE AQUARIUM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
OBSERVED DIRT BUILD UP ON THE HAND SOAP DISPENSERS IN NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 06/11/2024, REPORT #2596608 #37: 3-302.12: OBSERVED THE FOOD STORAGE BINS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE BINS AND MAINTAIN. #49: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SURFACES IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING: THE LIDS OF THE DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, THE INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF ALL OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, RUBBER GASKETS ON THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLDING AND FREEZER UNITS, INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVES ON SITE, THE SIDES AND CREVICES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (ESPECIALLY THE DEEP FRYERS) UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, THE SHELVES UNDER ALL THE PREP TABLES, TABLE TOPS AND CART WHERE THE MICROWAVES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE, GRIME, FOOD DEBRIS, DEEP CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED SURFACES. #55: 6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FACILITY IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING ESPECIALLY IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, 1 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE REAR, MAIN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 18, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 20, 2024
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DIM SUM PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
3-302.12: OBSERVED THE FOOD STORAGE BINS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE BINS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-501.12: OBSERVED DISCOLORED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE MENTIONED CUTTING BOARD.
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.
4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SURFACES IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING: THE LIDS OF THE DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, THE INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF ALL OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, RUBBER GASKETS ON THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLDING AND FREEZER UNITS, INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVES ON SITE, THE SIDES AND CREVICES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (ESPECIALLY THE DEEP FRYERS) UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, THE SHELVES UNDER ALL THE PREP TABLES, TABLE TOPS AND CART WHERE THE MICROWAVES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE, GRIME, FOOD DEBRIS, DEEP CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED SURFACES.
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.
6-501.18: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. THE SINK AND THE TOILET. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FACILITY IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING ESPECIALLY IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, 1 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE REAR, MAIN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 20, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 18, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DIM SUM PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
3-302.12: OBSERVED THE FOOD STORAGE BINS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE BINS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-501.12: OBSERVED DISCOLORED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE MENTIONED CUTTING BOARD.
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.
4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SURFACES IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING: THE LIDS OF THE DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, THE INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF ALL OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, RUBBER GASKETS ON THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLDING AND FREEZER UNITS, INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVES ON SITE, THE SIDES AND CREVICES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (ESPECIALLY THE DEEP FRYERS) UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, THE SHELVES UNDER ALL THE PREP TABLES, TABLE TOPS AND CART WHERE THE MICROWAVES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE, GRIME, FOOD DEBRIS, DEEP CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED SURFACES.
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.
6-501.18: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. THE SINK AND THE TOILET. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
6-201.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE DIM SUM PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MENTINED FLOORS TO MAKE SURFACES 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.
OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #55: THE FLOORS STILL NEED DETAIL CLEANING UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. #56: THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; MUST CLEAN VENTS. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 18, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 11, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE, DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, NO 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DIM SUM PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED THE FOOD STORAGE BINS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE BINS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 45 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS AND ABOUT 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON SITE. THE FOLLOWING SURFACES AND FLOORS WITH THE RODENT DROPPINGS: THE FLOORS IN THE DIM SUM AREA UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE SHELVING UNITS, ON THE FOOD PREP TABLE, ON THE LIDS OF DRY INGREDIENTS, ON THE PLASTIC WRAP OF A FOOD ITEM ON THE LOWER SHELF OF THE SHELVING UNIT IN THE MENTIONED AREA, ON THE BOXES UNDER THE SHELVING UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA. THE RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED UNDER THE OPENINGS OF THE SERVICE COUNTERS AND THE FLOORS UNDER THE EQUIPMENT STORED NEAR THE SIDE ENTRANCE OF THE FOOD PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED DISCOLORED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE MENTIONED CUTTING BOARD.
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.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SURFACES IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING: THE LIDS OF THE DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, THE INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF ALL OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, RUBBER GASKETS ON THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLDING AND FREEZER UNITS, INTERIOR AND OUTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVES ON SITE, THE SIDES AND CREVICES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (ESPECIALLY THE DEEP FRYERS) UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, THE SHELVES UNDER ALL THE PREP TABLES, TABLE TOPS AND CART WHERE THE MICROWAVES ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE, GRIME, FOOD DEBRIS, DEEP CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN ALL MENTIONED SURFACES.
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.
OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. THE SINK AND THE TOILET. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE DIM SUM PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MENTINED FLOORS TO MAKE SURFACES 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.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 02/02/2023, REPORT #2570639 #55: THE FLOORS AND WALLS NEED DETAIL CLEANING UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. #56: THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; MUST CLEAN VENTS. OBSERVED MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE WALLS IN THE DIM SUM KITCHEN POSSIBLY DUE TO THE STEAMER; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE; CLEAN WALLS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.