A & V SNACK AND DELI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: AN EXPOSED HANDSINK IS NEEDED FOR THE FRONT PREP AREA FOR HANDWASHING; MUST INSTALL WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND HANDTOWELS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED TWENTY FIVE RODENT (MOUSE) DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE UNUSED WALK-IN COOLER; CLEAN AREA TO REMOVE DROPPINGS. OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP IN THE CENTER OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS AND A 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR AT THE BOTTOM; SEAL GAPS TO AVOID POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY. 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 YARD AREA WITH TALL WEEDS AND TRASH; MUST CLEAN AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. 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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: UNABLE TO PROPERLY FILL COMPARTMENTS AT THE THREE COMP SINK. MUST RESTORE PROPER WATER PRESSURE TO SINK TO FILL THE COMPARTMENTS AND MAINTAIN SINK. 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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SEAL OPENING AROUND THE TILE AT THE LOWER WALL BASE IN THE STORAGE ROOM. ALSO SEAL OPENING WITH CEMENT OR REPLACE WITH A WALL TILE IN THE CORNER WHERE TILE IS BROKEN. CLEAN VENTILATION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.

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: MUST SEAL OPENING AROUND THE TILE AT THE LOWER WALL BASE IN THE STORAGE ROOM. ALSO SEAL OPENING WITH CEMENT OR REPLACE WITH A WALL TILE IN THE CORNER WHERE TILE IS BROKEN. CLEAN VENTILATION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.

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.