FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
AMRAS AFRICAN STORE LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 5, 2023
License
License #2918152
4
Total Violations
4
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL REPORT ON SITE FOR SERVICES AT ABOVE ADDRESS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE AND PROVIDE REPORT AND COPY OF COMPANY LICENSE ON SITE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(C).
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4IN GAP AT BOTTOM OF REAR EXTERIOR DOOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ENTRY.
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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT WASHBOWL SINK (NO OTHER SINKS ON PREMISES) IN WASHROOM. WATER TEMPERATURE AT 82.3F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESTORE WATER TEMPERATURE TO 100F AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C)
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT WASHBOWL SINK (NO OTHER SINKS ON PREMISES) IN WASHROOM. WATER TEMPERATURE AT 82.3F. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO RESTORE WATER TEMPERATURE TO 100F AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C)
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection