CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at HUNAN CUISINE in an inspection dated 08/18/2025.
Located at 2002 S WENTWORTH AVE in the Pilsen area, the establishment serves the local community. The Pilsen neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.
The inspection identified 3 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.
The first violation concerned storage procedures. Inspectors documented: 37. Food Properly Labeled; Original Container - Comments: 3-302.12 Noted No Labels for Bulk Storage Containers (flour and Sugar). Instructed Person in Charge All Bulk and Working Food Ingredient Containers Must Be Labeled with Contents Name.. Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods.
The second violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: 39. Contamination Prevented During Food Preparation, Storage & Display - Comments: 3-305.11 Observed Food Containers Stored on the Floor in the Walk-in Cooler, Prep and Storage Areas. Instructed Manager to Properly Store and Protect Food Items From Contamination While Stored By Elevating at Least Six Inches From the Floor on Raised Shelving Units.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.
The third violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: 49. Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: 4-601.11(b) Inspector Comments: Observed Food Containers Stored on the Floor in the Walk-in Cooler, Prep and Storage Areas. Instructed Manager to Properly Store and Protect Food Items From Contamination While Stored By Elevating at Least Six Inches From the Floor on Raised Shelving Units.. 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 correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.
This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 08/18/2025 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.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were documented: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE MIDDLE EXIT SCREEN DOOR NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. 1/4"-1/2" GAPS NOTED AT THE SIDES AND BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED PIC TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR OR KEEP THE OUTER DOOR CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD AND DISH WASHING AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. MAINTAIN SAME.; TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S AND UNISEX TOILET HAS NO LID. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE TRASH RECEPTACLES WITH LIDS TO BOTH TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A MISSING COVING TILE BEHIND THE DOOR IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REPLACE TILE AND MAINTAIN.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 80 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN AREA ALONG THE WALLS, UNDER STORAGE SHELVES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE MIDDLE EXIT SCREEN DOOR NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. 1/4"-1/2" GAPS NOTED AT THE SIDES AND BOTTOM OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED PIC TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR OR KEEP THE OUTER DOOR CLOSED AT ALL TIMES.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD AND DISH WASHING AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. MAINTAIN SAME.; TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S AND UNISEX TOILET HAS NO LID. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE TRASH RECEPTACLES WITH LIDS TO BOTH TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A MISSING COVING TILE BEHIND THE DOOR IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REPLACE TILE AND MAINTAIN.; PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED THE CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2581148 DATED 09/01/2023 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED PIC TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: -#49-INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. -#55-INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN, CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND VENT FAN ON WASHROOM CEILING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. -#56-INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. -#57-NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRD FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. -#58-NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN, CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND VENT FAN ON WASHROOM CEILING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRD FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN, CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND VENT FAN ON WASHROOM CEILING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRD FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.; MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.; FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER READING AT LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MACHINE SERVICED TO OBTAIN THE PROPER READING OF CHLORINE AT LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH. MUST MANUALLY WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES AND UTENSILS.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF REAR EXIT DOORS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 80 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN AREA UNDER STORAGE SHELVES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.; PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN, CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND VENT FAN ON WASHROOM CEILING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRD FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.; ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES FOR THE FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING..
Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Chicago Department of Public Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
⚠️ Important Note: Restaurant conditions can change rapidly. This inspection represents a snapshot in time and may not reflect current conditions. For the most up-to-date information, consider checking recent reviews or contacting the establishment directly.
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