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Restaurant · Chicago, IL

Red Panda

3034 S Halsted St

Last inspected Jul 14, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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5 inspections

Canvass

Jul 14, 2026

Pass w/ Conditions

7 recorded violations

notedCode 15Other

Official wording

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CONTAINERS OF RAW BEEF AND PORK STORED ABOVE UNCOVERED BOWLS OF FRIED TOFU AND SHREDDED CABBAGE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE FOOD ITEMS BY SEPARATING RAW FOOD ITEMS DURING STORAGE, DISPLAY, PREPARATION, AND HOLDING FROM RAW READY-TO-EAT FOODS, COOKED READY-TO-EAT FOODS, FRUITS AND VEGETABLES BEFORE THEY ARE WASHED. FOOD ITEMS WERE REARRANGED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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notedCode 23Food source and labeling

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PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED IMPROPER DATE MARKING FOR FOOD ITEMS DURING STORAGE. FOUND COOKED CRAB RANGOONS, EGG ROLLS, AND FRIED TOFU IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLER IN THE PREP AREA WITH NO DATE MARKING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. 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 problems
notedCode 37Food source and labeling

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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DRY AND LIQUID STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABEL IN THE REAR AND FRONT PREP REAR. INSTRUCTED TO MENTIONED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS 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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 38Pests

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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED A STICKY INSECT CONTROL DEVICE, FILLED WITH DEAD INSECTS, HANGING FROM THE CEILING ABOVE THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REFRAIN FROM STORING INSECT CONTROL DEVICES ABOVE FOOD PREP AREAS 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 insects
notedCode 39Contamination

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND BAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CONTAINER OR SCOOP HOLDING UNIT.

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.

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notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FAUCET HEAD ON ABOVE THE RINSE AND SANITIZER COMPARTMENT OF THE FOUR-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT DISPENSING HOT WATER. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE HOT WATER AT MENTIONED SINK AND MAINTAIN. HOT WATER WAS RESTORED BEFORE THE END OF THE INSPECTION.

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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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVES, COLD HOLDING/ FREEZER CHEST, AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH DEBRIS AND SLIGHT GREASE BUILD UP. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 14, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

Jun 9, 2025

Out of Business

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 9, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

May 21, 2025

Pass

8 recorded violations

notedCode 35Food temperature

Official wording

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

Inspector’s notes

IMPROPER THAWING OF TCS FOODS. BAGS OF FROZEN CHICKEN SITTING IN WATER IN TWO OF THE COMPARTMENTS OF THE 4 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW UNDER COOL RUNNING WATER, MICROWAVE OR IN THE COOLER. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

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notedCode 38Pests

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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

FLY STRIPS HANGING ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PLACE IN NON FOOD AREAS. MAINTAIN SAME.

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 insects
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

CONTAINER OF LIME STORED IN THE ICE USED FOR CONSUMPTION INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE ANYTHING IN THE ICE MACHINE. MAINTAIN SAME.

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 contamination
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Inspector’s notes

WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

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notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FRYERS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FRYERS.

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.

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notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

FIRST STALL IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM TRASH RECEPTACLE HAS NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A RECEPTACLE WITH A LID 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.

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notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE 4-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE 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 problems
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

FOOD HANDLERS ON SITE WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A VALID FOOD HANDLERS 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 21, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Nov 15, 2024

Out of Business

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 15, 2024 · Original Source

License

Oct 2, 2023

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

FOUND 1/8 INCH GAP AT BOTH REAR EXIT DOORS. MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING DOORS AT ALL TIMES.

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 insects
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

FOUND FAR RIGHT BUILT IN STOPPER AT 4 COMP SINK BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2023 · Original Source

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