FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
AMERICAN AIRLINES ADMIRALS LOUNGE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
AMERICAN AIRLINES ADMIRALS LOUNGE
(AKA: AMERICAN AIRLINES (T3-H/K))
11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666
Restaurant
April 10, 2018
Canvass
License #2516647
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED SELF SERVICE SOUPS AND 1 OPEN CONTAINER OF SLICED LEMONS OUT ON FRONT COUNTER AREA NOT PROTECTED FROM PUBLIC CONTAMINATION,NO SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SAID SOUPS AND LEMONS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM COUNTER AREA AND PROVIDE SNEEZEGUARD FOR SOUPS/LEMONS. FOUND FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE AT THE (HIPSTER BAR) .OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE,"ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION".MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE,REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #28
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM INSPECTION DATE:10/03/2017 WAS NOT DISPLAYED FOR PUBLICS VIEW. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS POSTED IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS AT THIS TIME. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
Why This Matters
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Specific Requirements
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-401.11
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT ALL MULTI-USE POTS/PANS/UTENSILS STORED ON STORAGE SHELVINGS NEAR THE KITCHEN DISHWASHING AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED AT KITCHEN 2 DOOR PREP LINE COOLER AND REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTS ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH ALSO,REPLACE WORNED-OUT BLACKENED CAULK ALONG THE DISHWASHING MACHINE AT KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FAN AT REAR KITCHEN NEAR THE DRY/PRODUCE STORAGE TO REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS AND DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TRIM OF DISHMACHINE AT THE HIPSTER BAR ALSO,THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE KITCHEN DISHMACHINE REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FAN AT REAR KITCHEN NEAR THE DRY/PRODUCE STORAGE TO REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS AND DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TRIM OF DISHMACHINE AT THE HIPSTER BAR ALSO,THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE KITCHEN DISHMACHINE REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection