FAIL Risk 1 (High)

ARAMARK & LOYOLA DAMEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ARAMARK & LOYOLA DAMEN (AKA: DAMEN DINING) 6511 N SHERIDAN RD, CHICAGO 60626 Restaurant
March 15, 2013 License License #2231765
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 15, 2013. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 8 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOF. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS TO OUTSIDE AT DOORS THROUGH-OUT.
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.
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: DUMPSTER AREA AND WASTE GREASE CONTAINER NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: SEAL FLOOR IN FRONT OF WALK-IN COOLER, FIRST FLOOR. LEVEL AND CAP ALL UNSED DRAINS UNDER COUNTERS/EQUIPMENT.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL ALL OPENINGS ON WALLS,CEILING AND AROUND PIPE THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,FIRST AND BASEMENT. OBSERVED CEILING TILE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER #4 WITH BLACK AND RUST SUBSTANCE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE. SEAL OPENINGS AT WALL/FLOOR JUNCTION IN BASEMENT GREASE TRAP ROOM.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT ALL THE PREP AREAS. PROVIDE LIGHT INSIDE THE MOP SINK ROOM, FIRST FLOOR.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT FAUCET WHERE THE YOGURT MACHINE IS INSTALLED. FIRST FLOOR. PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE AND ALL COFFEE MACHINES AND ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT WHERE IS NEEDED.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: THERMOMETERS IS NEEDED INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: THERMOMETERS IS NEEDED INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections