LAOJIUMEN HOTSPOT INC in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/12/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at LAOJIUMEN HOTSPOT INC in an inspection dated 04/12/2023.

The facility operates from 2026 S CLARK ST in South Loop, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 6 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation related to sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate - Comments: No City of Chicago Food Service Manager on Premises As Required. 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 food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Must Be on Site at All Times Food Is Being Prepared and Served. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-012 Issued.. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The third violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Management, Food Employee and Conditional Employee. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The fourth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Knowledge, Responsibilities and Reporting - Comments: No Employee Health Policies on Premises As Required. Instructed the Person in Charge to Provide Documentation of Employees Responsibility to Report Any Illness Transmissible Through Food. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-010 Issued.. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The fifth violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: No Chemical Sanitizer Reading at Low Temp Dishmachine. Instructed to Correct and Maintain a 100 Ppm Reading for Chlorine Sanitizer. Priority Violation 7-38-025 Issued. Machine Tagged Held for Inspection.. 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. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The sixth violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Rodent Activity on Premises. Found 60 or More Mouse Droppings on the Floor in the Rear Storage Area By the Washrooms. 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.

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 04/12/2023 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.