PASS
Risk 1 (High)
BAI CAFE, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 13, 2015
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License #2078772
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND COOKED FOOD STORED INSIDE THE GROCERY PLASTIC BAGS,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD CONTAINERS WITH LIDS,TO STORE SAID FOOD MISSING FILTERS AT HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED SAID FILTERS. BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AT TWO DOOR REACH-IN COOLER BY THE SERVING WINDOW,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON0ABSORBENT MATERIAL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF TOILET BOWLS WITH GRIMES ON IT,INSTRUCTED OT CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: ENCRUSTED FOOD INSIDE THE MICROWAVE.GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE TWO OVENS.GREASE AT EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS,INCLUDED FILTERS AND HOOD. EXCESS ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZER AT SMALL REAR STORAGE AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINED. EXCESS ENCRUSTED DEBRIS/BLACK SLIME INSIDE THE MOP SINK INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DEBRIS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES SPECIALLY BEHIND THE EQUIPMENTS,ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS.NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DEBRIS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES SPECIALLY BEHIND THE EQUIPMENTS,ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS.NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection