BARRACO'S PIZZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD NOT PROTECTED: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR STORAGE WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE ALL ON THE PANEL. ICE IS FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED A POT OF MINESTONE SOUP (WITHOUT A LID) ON THE BOTTOM SHELF IN THE WALK IN COOLER, PACKAGED RAW MEAT WAS ON THE SHELF DIRECTLY ABOVE THE OPEN POT OF SOUP. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL PACKAGED RAW MEAT ON THE BOTTOM SHELF TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) SAME CITATION AS ABOVE.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED BULK FOOD IN THE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD THAT IS OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR SAND DOWN CUTTING BOARDS.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN THE REAR PIZZA PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FLOUR, BREAD CRUMBS AND FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO OBSERVE FLOORS BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN WITH STANDING WATER AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN ALONG ALL WALLS AND CORNERS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED UNDERNEATH THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT WITH A MINOR LEAK IN THE DISHROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION, ABOVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT THE FRONT PREP AREA, WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WHENEVER FOOD IS NOT BEING PREPPED AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE FRONT BAR DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED TWO DOOR COOLER WITHOUT AN INTERNAL/EXTERNAL THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED BY THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR AND BY THE DRINK DISPENSER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITIZED STORAGE FOR ICE SCOOPS.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED BY THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE REAR AND BY THE DRINK DISPENSER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITIZED STORAGE FOR ICE SCOOPS.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.