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Quick Answers
When was Viet Nam Restaurant last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on Nov 6, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Fail”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 2 violations recorded. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
7 inspections on record, from Mar 28, 2024 to Nov 6, 2026.
Has Viet Nam Restaurant ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 7 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Mar 28, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
7 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Nov 6, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector’s Notes
4-601.11(C) ACCUMULATED GREASE ON SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT: STOVE & FRYER. DRIPPING GREASE ON UNDERSIDE OF KITCHEN TABLE. ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DEBRIS IN GASKETS AND HINGES OF ALL COOLERS & FREEZERS. 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.
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 FROM REPORT #2623701 ON 10/5/26 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED 2 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE FLOOR AT THE REAR OF THE STORAGE CLOSET. ALSO OBSERVED 10 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE SHELVING ABOVE THE PREP COOLER, INSIDE OF THE MICROWAVE AND BETWEEN THE PIPES AND WALL UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 6, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 14, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 28Chemicals
Official Wording
Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED OPEN BAIT (OVER 2 BLOCKS OF GREEN PESTICIDES/RODENTICIDE) ON FLOOR BY REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE DISH WASHING AREA AND IN HVAC CLOSET OFF OF DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL PESTICIDES/RODENTICIED MUST BE STORED IN AN ENCLOSED BOX/CONTAINER. PRORITY VIOLATION #7-38-015. CITATION ISSUED.
In Plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
3-302.12: **C** Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND ON DRY STORAGE SHELVES NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.
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.
4-201.11: **C** Equipment and Utensils- Durability and Strength NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE AT THE 4 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE DISH WASHING/FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
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.
ACCUMULATED GREASE ON SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT: STOVE & FRYER. DRIPPING GREASE ON UNDERSIDE OF KITCHEN TABLE. ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DEBRIS IN GASKETS AND HINGES OF ALL COOLERS & FREEZERS. 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.
NOTED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 (RULE #6-501.111) NOT CORRECTED. STILL NOTED OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISE AT THE FOLLOWING AREA:- --OVER 5 ON FLOOR BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNIT OF THE FRONT DINNING AREA AND UNDERNEATH MOTOR HOUSING OF 2 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AT SAME. -- ONE LIVE ROACH OF TABLE WITH MEAT SLICER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. --5 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR OF CRACKED TILE AT THE DISH WASHING AREA. --OVER 15 RAT DROPPING AND ONE LIVE ROACH ALONG WALL BASE UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, GREASE TRAP AND SILVER REFRIGERATOR. -- OVER 30 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND MUCISAL INSTRUMENTS AND FRONT COUNTER. OVER 10 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL WITH FANS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT BY THE FRONT WAITERS STATION. --NOTED OVER 10 RAT DROPPINGS INSIDE THE HVAC CLOSET OFF OF DINING ROOM. -- NOTED OVER 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR INSIDE THE HVAC CLOSET OFF OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090.
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, Oct 14, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 5, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLERS TO BE IMPROPER:-SHRIMP 47.6F, EGGS 45.5F, SOUP 45.3F,PORK 69.1F/45.5F MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $250.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005
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.
NOTED TCS PREPARED READY TO EAT TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITHOUT A DISCARD DATE INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND PREP COOLERS. SUCH FOOD COOKED NOODLES, SHRIMPS, VEGETABLES, SOUPS ETC SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE OR DAY BY WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE CONSUMMED ON PREMISES, OR DISCARDED WHEN HELD FOR A MAXIMUM OF SEVEN DAYS. 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.
NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.
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.
NOTED THE FOLLOWING:- -- RAT DROPPINGS AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- --OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS ALONG WALL UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE SECOND PREP AREA, AROUND THE GREASE TRAP, BEHIND AND AROUND THE REFRIGERATION UNIT, --OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS AT THE FRONT DINING AREA ALONG WALL AND UNDERNEATH COUNTER OF THE WAITERS STATION. --OVER 5 RAT DROPPING ON FLOOR ALONG WALL UNDERNEATH SHELVING OF THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. --OVER 30 RAT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE ELECTRICAL UNIT CLOSET AT THE DINNING AREA. --OVER 15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNITS. NOTED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE CHEST FREEZERS AT THE SECOND PREP/DISH WASHING AREA AND 2 INSIDE THE BRACKETS OF SHELVING AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. NOTED OVER 20 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS AND INSIDE CONTAINER WITH ONIONS AT THE REAR DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. 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.
NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE AT THE 4 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE DISH WASHING/FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
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 DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELVES INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH DIRT, OLD FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS.ALSO NOTED DIRTY AND STICKY SHELVES USED FOR DRYING OF DISHES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE. ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON COOKING EQUIPMENT: BETWEEN FRYER AND STOVE, INSIDE FRYER CABINET. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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.
ACCUMULATED ITEMS AT OUTSIDE REAR OF PREMISES: MOPS, BUCKETS, BOXES, POTS, CARDBOARD ETC. MUST REMOVE ITEMS TO KEEP AREA CLEAN AND TO PREVENT 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS, FROM 3/12/26 INSPECTION REPORT #2632489, NOT CORRECTED: #43-NOTED SERVING PLATES AND BOWLS ON SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AND BOWLS TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION. #55-NOTED THE FOLLOWING:- A) CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE FLOORS AT THE PREP AREA. B) GREASE AND DIRT ACCUMULATION UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. #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 FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 5, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 12, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
NOTED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE KITCHEN HANDWASH SINK AND MENS BATHROOM HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL AHND WASHING SINKS. 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.
NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLERS TO BE IMPROPER:-TOFU 50.5F, MIXED VEGETABLES EGG ROLL 60.1F/64F,SHRIMP 48.7F, CHICKEN 59.8F, TOFU 44.2F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 8 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $60.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005
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.
NOTED TCS PREPARED READY TO EAT TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITHOUT A DISCARD DATE INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND PREP COOLERS. SUCH FOOD COOKED NOODLES, SHRIMPS, VEGETABLES, SOUPS ETC SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE OR DAY BY WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE CONSUMMED ON PREMISES, OR DISCARDED WHEN HELD FOR A MAXIMUM OF SEVEN DAYS. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES DISCARD THE FOODS 10 LBS WORTH $120. 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.
NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLE AT THE REAR PREP AREAS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE
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.
NOTED SERVING PLATES AND BOWLS ON SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AND BOWLS TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
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.
NOTED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
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.
NOTED THE FOLLOWING:- A) CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE FLOORS AT THE PREP AREA. B) GREASE AND DIRT ACCUMULATION UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
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.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 7, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE IN THE KITCHEN. HANDSINK HAS BAG OF BREAD AND A BUCKET LID, UNABLE FOR THE EMPLOYEE TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. HANDSINK MUST BE AVAILABLE/ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS AT ALL TIMES. (CORRECTED ON SITE - MANAGER REMOVED THE BAG OF BREAD AND BUCKET LID). 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.
OBSERVED NO DATE LABEL ON READY TO EAT FOOD (COOKED NOODLES, COOKED SHRIMP, MEATBALLS, SOUPS, BEEF ETC.) STORED INSIDE THE REACH-IN COOLER FOR OVER 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A DATE LABEL ON ALL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS IF STORED OVER 24 HOURS. MUST IDENTIFY FOOD PRODUCTS SHELF LIFE OR CONSUME BY DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 15 LBS. TOTAL VALUE $ 100.00 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.
INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR, MSG ETC)
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.
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN.
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.
FOOD HANDLERS WITH EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT DO NOT HAVE CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE SHALL COMPLETE A CURRENT APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROGRAM.
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.
CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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, Feb 7, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Apr 4, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 4, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 28, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS IN PREP AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS)
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.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP 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.
OBSERVED DRAINLINE FROM ICE MACHINE DRAINING INTO ONE COMPARTMENT SINK INFRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY DRAIN ONTO FLOOR DRAIN.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2571086 ISSUED ON 02-10-2023 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #36 - OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS CONSPICUOUSLY PLACED IN REFRIGERATOR AND 2-DOOR COOLER, LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLING UNITS. #44 - OBSERVED TABLEWARE SUCH AS KNIVES, SPOONS, AND FORKS SITTING OUT UNCOVERED ON TABLES THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO KEEP TABLEWARE COVERED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. #47 - OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINS ON PREP TABLES LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESURFACE/REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN THEM. May 10, 2023 #49 - OBSERVED SOME GREASE BUILD AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTENANCE. #49 - OBSERVED SOILED INTERIOR IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS ,LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. #53 - OBSERVED BOTH TOILET ROOM DOORS NOT SELF-CLOSING. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING MECHANISM FOR BOTH TOILET ROOMS DOORS. #55 - OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT(GRILL, DEEP FRYER, ETC.)---ALSO OBSERVED DIRT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDERNEATH ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE. #57 - OBSERVED ONE EMPLOYEE WITH AN EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW THE EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS. #58 - OBSERVED TWO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO RENEW EXPIRED ALLERGEN AWARENESS TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND MAINTAIN THEM.
In Plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s Notes
FOUND NO CURRENT INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT (02-10-2023) POSTED ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A CURRENT SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. 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.
INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN (CONDENSED MILK) CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE.
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 DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED INSIDE FURNACE ROOM IN REAR 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.