Food Safety Report: Lex Chinese, 6207 S Kedzie Ave , Chicago, Il, USA.

6207 South Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, 60629 Illinois, United States

Report date: Oct 18, 2023
22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed food held at improper internal temperature in the walk in cooler, such as 10lbs of chicken at 50. 1f. Manager discarded and denatured a total 10lbs at $100. All cold food must maintain 41f or below. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 60 mouse droppings on the floor of the rear storage area near back door and in rear restroom. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is recommended to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed 3-compartment sink stoppers missing/not working at left side and middle compartments. Instructed manager must provide working stoppers at 3-compartment sink.

48. Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
- comments: observed water backing up at the 3 compartment sink area. When water is released from 2nd sink basin, water backs up into 1st and 3rd sink basins. Instructed manager to repair before re-inspection date. Priority foundation violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed no covered receptacle for proper disposal of sanitary napkins in all-gender washroom. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed peeling paint on the ceiling in the kitchen on both sides of the ventilation hood. Instructed to resurface and repaint areas to ensure walls are sealed, smooth and easily cleanable.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing, and storage area. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed the ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment and all hvac vents on premises are in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed no certified food manager with allergen training. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation.

Source: chicago.gov