PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
ANN SATHER RESTAURANT Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 24, 2025
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License #1874185
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (COOKED APPLE SAUCE, COTTAGE CHEESE, SLICED TOMATO AND LETTUCE, TUNA, SAUSAGE GRAVY, CINNAMON ROLL FROSTING MADE WITH TCS FOOD EVAPORATED MILK) TO INDICATE THE PRODUCT'S NAME AND DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE SOLD, DISCARDED OR CONSUMED WITHIN 7 DAYS OF PREPARATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE FOR REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS PLACED IN ALL COLD-HOLDING UNITS. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROX. 25 LBS VALUED AT $100 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: NOTED BULK DRY INGREDIENTS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT PREP AREA STORED IN CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS OF COMMON NAME FOR ALL ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NOTED ONIONS STORED DIRECTLY UNDERNEATH WASTE PIPE ON SHARED RACK WITH POTATOES IN BASEMENT. PERSON IN CHARGE MOVED ONIONS DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER PIPE ENCASEMENT OR REMOVE FOOD AND FOOD STORAGE SHELF FROM UNDERNEATH PIPE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: NOTED BOWLS AT SERVERS LINE NEXT TO HAND WAS SINK STACKED RIGHT SIDE UP. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON BOWLS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: NOTED ENCRUSTED GREASE ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE UNDER COMPARTMENTS OF COOKING EQUIPMEN. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED ITEMS ON THE FLOOR IN STORAGE ROOM AT THE BASE OF THE STEPS TO BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ALL KEPT ITEMS SHOULD BE STORED ON A NON-POROUS, SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SHELF THAT IS A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED ITEMS ON THE FLOOR IN STORAGE ROOM AT THE BASE OF THE STEPS TO BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS, ALL KEPT ITEMS SHOULD BE STORED ON A NON-POROUS, SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SHELF THAT IS A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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