Backyard Grill Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR FOOD PREP COOLER AT FRONT PREP AREA.

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: SEE VIOLATION #59.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE FREEZER UNIT AT FRONT FOOD PREPA AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN THE TORN DOOR GASKET .

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, INTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK-IN COOLER WALLS AND CEILING WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE ACCUMULATION, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS SPILLAGE, SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS,BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYERS, STOVES,GRILL,STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES IN PREP AREA, INTERIOR SURFACES OF MOP SINK IN REAR,STORAGE SHELFS THROUGHOUT BEHIND FRONT COUNTER SERVICE AREAS.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE A LARGE BOAT WITH HEAVILIY CLUTTERED ITEMS UNUSED EQUIPMENTS BICYCLE,CONTAINERS,BUCKETS DEBRIS ETC STORED OUTSIDE REAR OF THE FACILITY.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS BEHIND,UNDER AND AROUND HEAVY FOOD EQUIPMENTS AND STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS,REAR DRY STORAGE AREA AND FRONT OFFICE SPACE,INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZER REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA,FRONT OFFICE SPACE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES AND MAINTAIN.

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: ADDITIONAL HOLES/OPENINGS NOTED ON CEILING IN FRONT SMALL OFFICE AND IN FRONT CUSTOMER AREAS.MUST SEAL HOLES/OPENINGS IN MENTIONED AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.

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.

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS #38,#59 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2401732 ON 09/28/2020: WE CONTINUED TO OBSERVED #38-EVIDENCE OF RODENT(RAT)DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS,7-8 RAT DROPPINGS IN SCREENED SECTION OF WALL UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA,5-6 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND OVEN AT REAR PREP/DISH WASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA,7-9 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE HOT WATER AREA,APROX:15 RAT DROPPINGS ON CLUTTERED CORNER FLOOR AT CUSTOMER AREA COCA COLA FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION,APPROX:5-6 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CHAIRS AT CLUTTERED CORNER FLOOR SEATING AREA,2-3 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND THE TRASH CANS IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREAS.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL.PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH CODES,#59 55-WALLS BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE CONVECTION OVEN WITH FOOD SPLATTERED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINED. May 27, 2019 55-WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN BOTH WASHROOM . MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. May 27, 2019 55-CEILING VENT COVER IN BOT WASHROOM WITH HEAVYDUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. May 27, 2019 55-FLOOR UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. May 27, 2019 MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

Chemical contamination can cause poisoning and chemical burns.

Chemicals must be properly labeled and stored.

Original containers labeled; Working containers labeled; Stored below/away from food; Used per label; MSDS available.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS #38,#59 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2401732 ON 09/28/2020: WE CONTINUED TO OBSERVED #38-EVIDENCE OF RODENT(RAT)DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS,7-8 RAT DROPPINGS IN SCREENED SECTION OF WALL UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA,5-6 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND OVEN AT REAR PREP/DISH WASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA,7-9 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE HOT WATER AREA,APROX:15 RAT DROPPINGS ON CLUTTERED CORNER FLOOR AT CUSTOMER AREA COCA COLA FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION,APPROX:5-6 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CHAIRS AT CLUTTERED CORNER FLOOR SEATING AREA,2-3 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND THE TRASH CANS IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREAS.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL.PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE WITH HEALTH CODES,#59 55-WALLS BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE CONVECTION OVEN WITH FOOD SPLATTERED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINED. May 27, 2019 55-WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN BOTH WASHROOM . MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. May 27, 2019 55-CEILING VENT COVER IN BOT WASHROOM WITH HEAVYDUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. May 27, 2019 55-FLOOR UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. May 27, 2019 MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

Chemical contamination can cause poisoning and chemical burns.

Chemicals must be properly labeled and stored.

Original containers labeled; Working containers labeled; Stored below/away from food; Used per label; MSDS available.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.