BACCI CAFE AND PIZZERIA ON MILWAUKEE AVE. INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER NEXT TO THE GRILL.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED 5 LIVE COCKRAOCHES ON THE WALLS AND FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. ALSO OBSERVED 10 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. ALSO OBSERVED 5 LIVE ANTS ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO THE PIZZA OVEN. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE TOP OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER NEXT TO THE GRILL, AND THE TOP OF THE PIZZA OVENS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED DRYWALL BENEATH THE SINK IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO COVER THE DRYWALL WITH A CLEANABLE SURFACE OR PAINT THE DRYWALL SO THE WALLS CAN BE CLEANED.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REMOVE THE UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM THE BASEMENT (DEEP FRYER).

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: CLEAN THE ACCUMULATED GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: CLEAN THE ACCUMULATED GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.