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BATTER & BERRIES LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BATTER & BERRIES LLC (AKA: BATTER & BERRIES) 2748 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
September 15, 2015 Canvass License #2146584
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL ALL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUBBER GASKET OF THE TWO DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER WITH MEATS AND SEAFOOD, NOT IN GOOD REPAIR,(RIPPED OFF) MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS WITH FOOD SPLASHED, ALL CHOPPING BOARD, INTERIOR DOOR OF ONE OUT OF TWO DEEP FRYER, AND THE PLASTIC LID OF THE ICE MAKER UPPER PORTION AND MAINTAIN.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED WALLS BEHIND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR,MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE /CONDUIT CLOSE TO THE CEILING BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. AND SEAL THE GAP BETWEEN THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN THE VENT COVER INSIDE BOTH WASHROOMS(WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP) AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE WALL VENT COVER ABOVE THE DINING TABLE IN THE DINING AREA. MUST RE ADJUST THE EXIT DOOR THRESHOLD AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED WALLS BEHIND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR,MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE /CONDUIT CLOSE TO THE CEILING BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. AND SEAL THE GAP BETWEEN THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN THE VENT COVER INSIDE BOTH WASHROOMS(WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD UP) AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE WALL VENT COVER ABOVE THE DINING TABLE IN THE DINING AREA. MUST RE ADJUST THE EXIT DOOR THRESHOLD AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections