PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
ALLEY DOGS INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 30, 2018
Complaint
License #25493
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 30, 2018. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #6
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES WITH THE FOOD HANDLER IN KITCHEN: OBSERVED AN EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD FOR THE GRILL, THEN HANDLE CURRENCY AT THE REGISTER, FOLLOWED BY A TRIP TO EMPLOYEE STORAGE AREA TO GRAB HAIR RESTRAINT, THEN HEAD BACK TO THE PREP AREA TO PREPARE FOOD AND BEVERAGES WITHOUT WASHING HANDS BEFORE PREPARING FOOD AGAIN. INSTRUCTED STAFF THAT ALL EMPLOYEES WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER EACH ACTIVITY* BEFORE HANDLING FOOD. *ACTIVITY IS DEFINED AS THE FOLLWOING: TAKING OUT THE THE TRASH OR GOING OUTSIDE FOR ANY REASON, TOUCHING CASH, GOING TO THE BATHROOM, OR OTHER ACTIVITY THAT RESULTS IN HAND CONTAMINATION. ALSO OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD WITH FOOD HANDLER PREPARING HOT DOG AND BUN WITH BARE HANDS PRIOR TO SERVING FOOD. THERE IS NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD (USE GLOVES, TONGS, SPOONS, SPATULAS, ETC.) CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010
Why This Matters
Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.
Food Code Requirement
Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Specific Requirements
Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-301.11, 2-301.12, 2-301.14
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED THE HANDLED ICE SCOOPY LYING ON THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE BAR WITH THE HANDLE DOWN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE SCOOP EITHER IN A SEPARATE CUP OR AREA IN BETWEEN USE OR STORE IN THE ICE WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Food Code Requirement
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Specific Requirements
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-603.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE SENSORED HAND SINKS IN THE MEN'S BATHROOM FOR THE BOWLING ALLEY MUST BE ADJUSTED TO PROVIDE EASIER ACCESS TO RUNNING WATER FOR CUSTOMERS.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE BAR AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE BAR AND MAINTAIN.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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