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BABA'S FAMOUS STEAK AND LEMONADE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BABA'S FAMOUS STEAK AND LEMONADE 7859 S STATE ST, CHICAGO 60619 Restaurant
July 28, 2021 Complaint License #2578435
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #9
CRITICAL
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED THE COOK HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS WITH HIS BARE HANDS: OBSERVED COOK PREPARING/ ADDING CONDIMENTS ON TO A CUSTOMERS HAMBURGER SUCH AS TOMATOES AND LETTUCE WITH HIS BARE HAND. INSTRUCTED MANGER THERE IS NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-010
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR SCREENED EXIT DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS
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
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL EMPLOYEE'S IN THE FOOD PREP AREA MUST WEAR PROPER HAIR RESTRAIN.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINERS ON FLOOR AND SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD SURFACES MUST BE NON-ABSORBENT, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVING, PREP TABLE, COUNTER TOPS, INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZER AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS. MUST REMOVE SPILL, DEBRIS AND /OR GREASE.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: WASHROOM FIXTURES NEED CLEANING.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND PREP STATIONS TO REMOVE FOOD AND JUICE SPLATTER.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND PREP STATIONS TO REMOVE FOOD AND JUICE SPLATTER.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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