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THE ORIGINAL MK FAST FOOD

6701 S DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60636 · Restaurant

Inspection summary

THE ORIGINAL MK FAST FOOD has been inspected 9 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since April 1, 2014. The most recent inspection, on December 27, 2016, found no infractions.

2 of 9 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, Food source, labelling and allergens and Food temperature control.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. 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 May 9, 2016. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 2, 2014. For example: FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

  • 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 April 1, 2014. For example: FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

  • 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 16 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on May 20, 2016. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • 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 8 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on May 20, 2016. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

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.

9 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  3. Canvass Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1763640 ON 4/26/16 NOT CORRECTED: 18 - EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE HVAC CLOSET, OUTSIDE OF THE HVAC CLOSET, UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER THE CASH REGISTER AND BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE THE DROPPINGS. 29 - PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1547475 ON 9/25/15 NOT CORRECTED: 32 - EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSER IN UPRIGHT 2 DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM THE FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE. 45 - FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER REQUIREMENTS, RECORDS, LOGS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • MUST PROVIDE END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.
  4. Canvass Re-Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1763640 ON 4/26/16 NOT CORRECTED: 18 - EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE HVAC CLOSET, OUTSIDE OF THE HVAC CLOSET, UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER THE CASH REGISTER AND BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER. NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDED SINCE APRIL 5, 2016. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE THE DROPPINGS. 29 - PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1547475 ON 9/25/15 NOT CORRECTED: 32 - EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSER IN UPRIGHT 2 DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM THE FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE. 45 - FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER REQUIREMENTS, RECORDS, LOGS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA. REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE STORAGE AREA AND PREP AREA.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED HOLES IN THE BASEBOARD NEXT TO THE CHEST FREEZER AND UNDER THE OVEN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS AND BASEBOARD. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • MUST PROVIDE END CAPS FOR THE LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER BUCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
  5. Canvass Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE HVAC CLOSET, OUTSIDE OF THE HVAC CLOSET, UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES AND BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1547475 ON 9/25/15 NOT CORRECTED: 32 - EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP ON CONDENSER IN UPRIGHT 2-DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYERS. WATER ACCUMULATION ON BOTTOM OF COOLERS AND ALSO IN DEEP FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE. 35 - MISSING CEILING TILE IN TOILET ROOM AND ABOVE UTILITY SINK. REPLACE SAME. 45 - FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER REQUIREMENTS, RECORDS, LOGS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER BUCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
  6. 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
      • EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY OBSERVED ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE HVAC CLOSET, OUTSIDE OF THE HVAC CLOSET, UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES AND BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1547475 ON 9/25/15 NOT CORRECTED: 32 - EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP ON CONDENSER IN UPRIGHT 2-DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYERS. WATER ACCUMULATION ON BOTTOM OF COOLERS AND ALSO IN DEEP FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE. 35 - MISSING CEILING TILE IN TOILET ROOM AND ABOVE UTILITY SINK. REPLACE SAME. 45 - FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER REQUIREMENTS, RECORDS, LOGS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA.
    • 43. FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
      • OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER BUCKET WHEN NOT IN USE.
  7. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP ON CONDENSER IN UPRIGHT 2-DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM FRYERS. WATER ACCUMULATION ON BOTTOM OF COOLERS AND ALSO IN DEEP FREEZER. INSTD TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ICE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MISSING CEILING TILE IN TOILET ROOM AND ABOVE UTILITY SINK. REPLACE SAME.
    • 45. FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
      • FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER REQUIREMENTS, RECORDS, LOGS.
  8. License Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF SPICES NOT LABELED INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED BELOW FLOOR GREASE TRAP/W METAL COVER, BUT THE FLOOR LID IS WOOD AND NEED TO TILE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED WALL IN RESTROOM IN POOR REPAIR,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED THE OUTER PAIN OF GLASS BROKEN ON WINDOW . NEED TO REPLACE.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • OBSERVED RESTROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOOR CHECK.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED 3 COMP. SINK SPRAYER ONLY, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE NOZZLE THAT REACHES ALL 3 COMPARTMENTS.ALSO PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS OFR SINK.
  9. License

    6 infractions

    • 2. FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
      • OBSERVED FRONT 2 DOOR CONDIMENT COOLER AT 50*F, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MUST BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OF 40*F OR BELOW.
    • 30. FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
      • OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF SPICES NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED BELOW FLOOR GREASE TRAP/W METAL COVER, BUT THE FLOOR LID IS WOOD AND NEED TO APPLY TILE ON LID.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED WALL IN RESTROOM IN POOR REPAIR.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED THE OUTER PANE OF GLASS BROKEN ON WINDOW, NEED TO REPLACE.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • OBSERVED RESTROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOOR CHECK.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ONLY SPRAYER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A NOZZLE THAT REACHES ALL 3 COMPARTMENTS, ALSO PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR SINK.

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