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Shang Noodle

1613 N DAMEN AVE, Chicago, IL, 60647

Pass w/ Conditions

Most recent inspection

Date
September 24, 2026
Type
License
Result
Pass w/ Conditions
Risk category
Risk 1 (High)
Cited findings
5
Jurisdiction
Cook County (Chicago)

Violations (5)

  • 3

    MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

    OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. (*** SEE COMMENTS).

    License 3078084

  • 38

    INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

    OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" INCH AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF THE MAIN FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

    License 3078084

  • 48

    WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

    OBSERVED LARGE NOODLE MAKING FOOD EQUIPMENT AFFIXED, NOT DETACHABLE, LOCATED AT REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA TOO LARGE TO FULLY SUBMERGE IN EXISTING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROCEDURES FOR ALTERNATIVE WAREWASHING OF SAID NOODLE MAKING FOOD EQUIPMENT.

    License 3078084

  • 51

    PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

    BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT BAR ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

    License 3078084

  • 56

    ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

    OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASHROOMS NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN.

    License 3078084

Source: Cook County (Chicago) health department. Data refreshed October 1, 2026. Results are shown in the health department's own wording. This record is provided for general information; confirm current status with the health department before relying on it.