A TASTE OF HEAVEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT ON THE TOP OF BOX LIDS, UNDER STORAGE UNITS, AND AROUND EQUIPMENT. REPORTS FROM PEST CONTROL INDICATE EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND SEAL HOLES IN WALL TO PREVENT ANY ACCESS POINTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION # 7-38-020.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA WITH RIGHT LID MISSING ON ONE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE MISSING LID ON DUMPSTER. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA SHALL BE CLEAN, MAINTAINED, AND LIDS TIGHT-FITTING. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED PACKAGED PASTRIES DISPLAYED FOR SALE AND NOT PROPERLY LABELED ON THE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL AND INCLUDE THE FOOD'S NAME, INGREDIENTS, AND ALLERGENS FOR ALL PACKAGED READY TO EAT ITEMS ON THE DISPLAY COUNTER. OBSERVED MENU WITHOUT A CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED FOR RAW OR UNCOOKED ANIMAL-BASED FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED POTS, PANS AND EATING UTENSIL NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INVERT POTS, PANS AND UTENSILS AFTER SANITIZING AND AIR DRYING.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DUCT TAPE HOLDING THE RIGHT SLIDING DOOR TO THE DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE DUCT TAPE AND REPAIR THE COOLER DOOR. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE MIXER USED TO WHIP BUTTER NEAR THE DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REFINISH OR REMOVE ALL PAINT FROM THE MIXER.

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: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZERS WITH ICE CREAM SPLATTER ON THE LID TOPS AND AROUND THE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, DISH WASHING AREAS.

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: OBSERVED OPENINGS AND HOLES IN THE WALLS ABOVE AND AROUND 3-COMP SINK AND NEAR FRONT COUNTER HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS AND HOLES BOTH AREAS. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS ABOVE AND AROUND 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT SURFACES IN THE DISH AREA. OBSERVED ROUGH AND UNEVEN BRICK WALLS IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE TO BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED DUST IN THE CEILING VENT OF THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ONLY A GATE SEPARATES FOOD/SUPPLY STORAGE FROM OTHER COMMON AREAS OF BASEMENT. ADVISED TO INSTALL A SOLID, TIGHT-FITTING DOOR TO PREVENT PESTS FROM ENTERING FOOD/SUPPLY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT.

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: OBSERVED OPENINGS AND HOLES IN THE WALLS ABOVE AND AROUND 3-COMP SINK AND NEAR FRONT COUNTER HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS AND HOLES BOTH AREAS. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS ABOVE AND AROUND 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT SURFACES IN THE DISH AREA. OBSERVED ROUGH AND UNEVEN BRICK WALLS IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE TO BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED DUST IN THE CEILING VENT OF THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ONLY A GATE SEPARATES FOOD/SUPPLY STORAGE FROM OTHER COMMON AREAS OF BASEMENT. ADVISED TO INSTALL A SOLID, TIGHT-FITTING DOOR TO PREVENT PESTS FROM ENTERING FOOD/SUPPLY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT.

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.