ALOHA GRILL HAWAIIAN BBQ INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: DISH WASHING FACILITIES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. NOZZLE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DOES NOT REACH ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS. PLUMBING UNDER SINK REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE AND A STYROFOAM CUP IS BEING USED AS PIPING EXTENSION UNDER SINK. MUST PROVIDE A NOZZLE THAT REACHES ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS, USE PROPER PLUMBING PIPING AND PROPERLY REPAIR ANY LEAKS UNDER SINK. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 3-15-12 NOT CORRECTED. #32- OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.#33- DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR PREP COOLERS.#34- DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.#35-DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA WITH A BUILDUP OF GREASE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.

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: PAN WITH WATER AND POT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN AREA CLEAR AND ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING.

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: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD, NEWSPAPER, DIRTY TOWELS AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING AND FOOD, DIRT DEBRIS REMOVED: UNDER FRONT METAL TABLE, UNDER COOKS LINE COOLERS, UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, UNDER TWO COMPARTMENT SINK. MISSING FLOOR TILES IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOOR UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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: WALL CAULKING AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MOLDY AND MISSING. MUST REPLACE. DIRTY WALLS AT MOP SINK, ICE MACHINE, REAR EXIT DOOR. MUST CLEAN. CERAMIC WALL BASEBOARD TILES BEHIND BOX FREEZER BROKEN/MISSING. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE. HANGING WALL FAN WITH EXCESSIVE DUST. MUST CLEAN.

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: VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.

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: VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.

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.