PASS
Risk 2 (Medium)
35TH STREET REDHOTS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 16, 2011
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License #1594380
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE CARDBOARD LINING FROM BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE AT FRONT PREP AREA. REPAIR SPLASH GUARD INSIDE ICE MACHINE. PROVIDE SELF DRAINING RECEPTACLE WHERE BEVERAGES WITH ICE CUBES STORED. DEFROST CHEST FREEZER WITH ICE BUILDUP. REPLACE WORN WOOD SHELF NEXT TO AND ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN TRACKS AT REFRIGERATION UNIT, CLEAN FAN GUARD IN REFRIGERATION UNIT, INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP, AND CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES AT FRONT PREP AREA AND REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE BY WATER HEATER, STORAGE AREA, AND BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNIT.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR WALL SECTION IN POOR REPAIR ACROSS FROM ICE MACHINE.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ADDITIONAL PREP AREA LOCATED AT REAR, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT SAID AREA. REPLACE UTILITY SINK, LARGE CRACK INSIDE BASIN AND WATER LEAKING ON FLOOR WHEN WATER TURNED ON.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ADDITIONAL PREP AREA LOCATED AT REAR, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT SAID AREA. REPLACE UTILITY SINK, LARGE CRACK INSIDE BASIN AND WATER LEAKING ON FLOOR WHEN WATER TURNED ON.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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