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76 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

76 119-133 S CICERO BLDG, CHICAGO 60644 Grocery Store
March 17, 2025 License License #2961698
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRTITTEN POLICY OR NECCESARY ITEMS OUTLINED IN THE POLICY AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIAAHREAL EVENTS THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MISSING THERMOMETER INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER LOCATED IN FRONT OF GROCERY NEAR REGISTERS. INSTURCTED TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL AGREEMENT AND LOGBOOK PROVIDED FOR ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTURCTED TO PROVIDE CONTRACT AND OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE FOR GARBAGE REMOVAL FROM ESTABLISHMENT. MUST HAVE TIGHT FITTED LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (B). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT GROCERY AREA AS WELL NEAR UTILITY SINK. NOTED CRUMBLES WALL BEHIND REGISTERS ATTACHED TO GREEN WALL AND MUTLIPLE HOLES IN WALL LEADING TO TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WALL FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT GROCERY AREA AS WELL NEAR UTILITY SINK. NOTED CRUMBLES WALL BEHIND REGISTERS ATTACHED TO GREEN WALL AND MUTLIPLE HOLES IN WALL LEADING TO TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WALL FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

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