AL'S UNDER THE L Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED SLICES OF PASTRIES, POUND CAKE ON FRONT COUNTER, FOR SALE TO PUBLIC WITH NO LABEL OR DATE. INFORMED MANAGER OF LABELING REQUIREMENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER INSIDE UNUSED DEEP FRYER STATION, AR FRONT COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INFORMED MANAGER TO REMOVE. OBSERVED RAW WOOD WALL, BEHIND FRONT COUNTER DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF DELFIELD 2 DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL SURFACE AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED LINEN USED AS LINER AT FRONT HOT HOLDING (HOT DOG AND BUN) WARMER STATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INFORMED MANAGER TO REMOVE.

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 RUST STAIN BUILDUP ON SHELVING UNIT UNDERNEATH HOT DOG AND BUN WARMER STATION, AS WELL PREP TABLE SHELVING LOCATED BETWEEN FLAT GRILL AND 1 DOOR COOLER AND PREP TABLE SHELVING IN REAR PREP ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL SURFACES WITH FOOD GRADE SEALANT. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED UNFINISHED PLASTERED WALL IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL SURFACE AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED CHIP PAINT IN REAR PREP AREA, ON EAST YELLOW WALL BEHIND MEAT SLICER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RESURFACE AREA AND TO ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD WATER FAUCET LOCATED ABOVE STOELTING ICE CREAM MACHINE, LOCATED DIRECTLY BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND ENSURE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTIVE DEVICE ON REAR UTILITY SINK FAUCET, NEXT TO THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

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: OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD WATER FAUCET LOCATED ABOVE STOELTING ICE CREAM MACHINE, LOCATED DIRECTLY BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND ENSURE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTIVE DEVICE ON REAR UTILITY SINK FAUCET, NEXT TO THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

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.