YINKRES NIGERIAN RESTAURANT in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/11/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at YINKRES NIGERIAN RESTAURANT in an inspection dated 04/11/2023.

Located at 2407 W LUNT AVE in the Rogers Park area, the establishment serves the local community. The Rogers Park neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: Observed No One on Site with a City of Chicago Certifed Food Manager Certificate While Time/ Temperaure Controlled Foods Including Fish and Chicken Are Being Served. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-012. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.

The second violation involved thermal management. Inspectors documented: Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: Observed Ten 10 Gallon Igloo Coolers Being Used for Catering Hot Food. Observed Previously Returned Coolers Showing Evidence That the Interior of Cooler Is Being Used Directly As a Food Contact Surface. Coolers Are Not Designed or Constructed to Be Used As a Direct Food Contact Surface. Provide Barrier Between Food and Interior of Cooler. Priority Violation 7-38-005. Citation Issued. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.

The third violation related to handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Warewashing Facilities: Installed, Maintained & Used. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fourth violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Test Strips - Comments: Observed 2 Pots on Site That Do Not Fully Submerge in 3 Compartment Sink. Must Remove From Premises or Install Larger 3 Compartment Sink to Sully Submerge All Pots.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fifth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Insta. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/11/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.