FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
A.P. DELI RESTAURANT GROUP, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
December 8, 2021
Complaint
License #1841985
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED 92.2LBS OF COOKED CORNED BEEF IMPROPERLY HELD IN WALK-IN COOLER WITH TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.4F TO 75.7F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED CORNED BEEF TOTALING $800. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED DISPLAY COUNTER COOLER AT IMPROPER COLD HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 51.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT UNIT MUST MAINTAIN A COLD HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR LESS. UNIT TAGGED AND MUST NOT REMOVED UNTIL CDPH IS CONTACTED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-050. CITATION ISSUED
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS NEAR FRONT WINDOW, UNDERNEATH SERVING COUNTER AND NEXT TO HANDSINK NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. STRONG ADVISED MANAGER TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE FACILITY. ALL AFFECTED AREAS CLEANED AND SANITIZED DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE ABOVE THE RIM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LIDS MUST BE CLOSED AND SECURED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED ALL NEW EMPLOYEES/FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED ALL NEW EMPLOYEES/FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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