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RED PAGODA

1918 E 71ST ST, CHICAGO, IL 60649 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

RED PAGODA has been inspected 5 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since March 10, 2010. The most recent inspection, on August 14, 2013, found no infractions.

1 of 5 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 17, 2012. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded once on March 10, 2010. For example: REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be built from cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked shelf, a worn gasket or utensils stored the wrong way. They are generally lower risk but show how well the kitchen is maintained.

    Recorded 12 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on September 17, 2012. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 4 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on September 17, 2012. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 17, 2012. For example: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

5 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE AND DEAD ROACHES ON PREMISES, 1-LARGE ROACH UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT,6-LIVE (LARGE,MED,BABY) SIZE ROACHES CRAWLING UNDER COOLER,4 ON WALL AROUND PIPE BEHIND 3-COMP SINK IN PREP AREA,1-NEAR MOP SINK.MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL CO. CRITICAL CITATION, ISSUED.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • SEE VIOLATION-#14-NOT CORRECTED
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF FOOD EQUIPMENT,NOT CLEAN,DEEP FRYERS,COOLERS,SINKS,ETC.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AT AL TIMES.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • WALLS IN POOR REPAIR IN REAR PREP.MUST REPAIR
  3. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES.16 LIVE ROACHES UNDER 3-COMP SINK,MOP SINK AND UNDER HAND SINK.MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS/CRACK AND CREIVIES. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • OBSERVED EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF FOOD EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN,DEEP FRYERS,STOVE,COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES.SINKS ETC.MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • WALLS IN POOR REPAIR IN REAR PREP.MUST REPAIR. SOME AREAS NOT CLEANABLE.MUST RE-PAINT/MAINTAIN.ALSO DOOR TO PREP AREA.MUST RE-PAINT.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER OF ARTICLES THRU-OUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE.
  4. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED RUSTY FRONT STORAGE SHELVES INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, FREEZER, WOK,STOVE/OVEN, AND FRYERS. DEFROST UPRIGHT FREEZER.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.NEED TO CLEAN AND RESEAL KITCHEN FLOOR.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.CLEAN AND RESEAL CEILING AND REPAIR RESTROOM WALL. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED TILES IN FRONT WAITING ROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.CLUTTER IN FRONT AND REAR STORAGE AREAS INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
  5. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST CLEAN INTERIORS OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS. CLEAN PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN CHOPPING BLOCKS AND PLASTIC CONTAINERS USED FOR BULK STORAGE.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN EXTERIOR OF OTHER COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN ALL PACKAGED ITEM STORAGE SHELVES IN FRONT AND REAR KITCHEN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN DETAIL UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. ADVISED TO SCRUB WITH A LONG HANDLED BRUSH TO REMOVE SETTLED DIRT AND GREASE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN/SCRUB WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO USE A BRUSH TO SCRUB WALLS. ALSO REMOVE ALL DUST ON PIPES ALONG WALL, IN BATHROOM WINDOW ETC.
    • 39. LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED
      • Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION. SOME TOWELS NOTED WERE NOT CLEAN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THEM AND PROVIDE CLEAN TOWELS.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

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