A.P. DELI RESTAURANT GROUP, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS, CORN BEEF AT IMPROPER TEMPURATURE; 120.5. INSTUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS HOT FOODS AT 140F OR ABOVE.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: OBSEREVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AT EXPOSED HAND SINKS, 3 COMP SINK AND MOP SINK PER CITY CODE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PLUMMER TO COORCET PROBLEM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.

Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.

Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: FOUND THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE (OBSTRUCTED BY A CHAIR AND LARGE REACH IN COOLER), WITHOUT SOAP AND NOT MAINTAINED. ALSO, FOUND PLUMBERS PUTTY INSIDE THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SINK ACCESSIBLE, PROVIDE SOAP, REMOVE PUTTY AND FIX SINK SO IT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER SURROUNDED BY TRASH, GREASE BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR SURFACE, ALSO SURROUNDED BY TALL GRASS AND WEEDS WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTUCTED TO CLEAN OUTSIDE AREA AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-020-038.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON PRIMESES. INSTUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SEROIUS VIOLATION 7-38-030

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED. WATER BACK-UP WAS OBSERVED IN THE COMPARTMENTS WHILE WATER WAS RUNNING. ALSO, LEAKS PROFUSELY FROM THE BASE OF THE FAUCET AND THE FAUCET IS EXTREMELY LOOSE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A KNOB TO THE DISPLAY REACH IN COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE EXCESS ICE BUILD UP FROM THE REAR REACH IN FREEZER. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, ICE MACHINE, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE ALL COOLERS, THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE TRAP AND THE INTERIOR OF THE MOPSINK.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE TOILET ROOM. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: VENTILATION HOOD, VENTS THROUGH OUT, WALLS AND CEILING IN THE PREP AREAS.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN THE DAMAGED WALLS BY THE REAR DOOR AND ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. ALSO, REMOVE THE PEELING PAINT FROM THE CEILING IN THE REAR AND IN THE FRONT ABOVE THE DISPLAY COOLER.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE TO THE TOILET ROOM.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO FIND AND FIX THE LEAKS ABOVE THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AND INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN COOLER. MAINTAIN SAME.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LARGE ENOUGH TO SUBMERGE THE BIGGEST UTENSIL(S) OR REMOVE LARGE UTENSILS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LARGE ENOUGH TO SUBMERGE THE BIGGEST UTENSIL(S) OR REMOVE LARGE UTENSILS.

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.