ANGELO'S STUFFED PIZZA CORP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: MICE DROPPINGS NOTED BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS ALONG WALLBASE AND IN MOTORS HARDWARE (OVER 50). INSTD TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND ELIMINATE DROPPINGS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, FAUCET UNABLE TO REACH EACH COMPARTMENT. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO REACH EACH COMPARTMENT. ALSO, SMALL LEAK AT BASE OF GREASE TRAP. REPAIR SAME. CITATION ISSED 7-38-030 SERIOUS.

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 1/5/10 (60243) NOT CORRECTED. 33- SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER, DEEP FRYER AND WHEELBASE OF EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. 35-MISSING WALLTILES AND BASE IN PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME. 38-COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT DIRECTLY UNDER VENTILATION HOOD. MUST DO SO. 40-THERMOMETER MISSING IN COLD HOLD STORAGE UNITS. PROVIDE SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS.

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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN INCLUDING ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, LEGS, WHEELS, ALL ATTACHED PIPING, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS, STORAGE SHELVES. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME, FREE OF EXCESSIVE DEBRIS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: STOCK ON FLOOR. ELEVATE SAME 6 INCHES. FLOOR NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING THRU-OUT.

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: HOLES IN CEILING AROUND PIPING NEEDS TO BE SEALED. ALL WALLS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. PROVIDE PROPER COVERS AROUND OUTLETS TO ELIMINATE HOLES/GAPS.

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: TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT NOT FULLY ENCLOSED. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND HAVE FULLY ENCLOSED FROM WALLS TO CEILING, AND HAVE PROPER VENTILATION. REPAIR FAUCET AT HANDSINK IN BASEMENT.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETERS ON SITE. PROVIDE SAME.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETERS ON SITE. PROVIDE SAME.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.