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19 EAST Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Catering

19 EAST (AKA: 19 EAST GALLERY) 19 E 21ST ST, CHICAGO 60616 Catering
August 25, 2015 License License #2364132
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT ENTRY,ALL SOUTH DOORS AND OVER HEAD DOCK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNIT IN BASEMENT,MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNITS IN STORAGE AREAS.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FLOORS UNDER,AROUND ,ALONG WALL BASES IN ALL ELECTRICAL ROOMS,STORAGE ROOMS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES & CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT STAGING AREA.PROVIDE FLOOR DRAIN COVERS WHERE NEEDED.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BASEMENT STAGING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING WALL BASES IN BASEMENT STAGING ARE,HOLE IN WALL IN SAME AREA,DAMAGED WALL OUTLET COVERS IN KITCHEN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT REAR BAR AREA 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,LEAKY TOILET & MISSING HANDLE IN STAFF BASEMENT TOILETROOM . MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR BAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT REAR BAR AREA 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,LEAKY TOILET & MISSING HANDLE IN STAFF BASEMENT TOILETROOM . MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR BAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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