FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BEATRIX MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 28, 2024
Canvass
License #2574982
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #23
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD SOUP LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER WITHOUT LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND ALWAYS PROVIDE A 7 DAY DISCARD DATE FOR ALL READY TO EAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. ALSO NOTED FOOD ITEMS LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER WITH A MARCH 2ND PREPARE BY DATE AND A MARCH 6 DISCARD DATE. MUST PROVIDE ACCURATE PREPARED AND DISCARD DATE. ALSO NOTED READY TO TO EAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS QUINOA ETC. WITHOUT DISCARD DATES INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Food Code Requirement
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Specific Requirements
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-403.11
Violation #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL; PROCEDURES & RECORDS - Comments: OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS: SAUSAGE PIZZA, PEPPERONI PIZZA, DEEP DISH PIZZA AND VEGGIE PIZZA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 68F - 67F LOCATED ON SPEED RACK NEXT TO PIZZA OVEN. MANAGER STATES FACILITY IS USING TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL. FOUND NO TIMES ON SAID FOOD ITEMS OR NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE WRITTEN PROCEDURES, SAID PROCEDURES SHALL BE PREPARED IN ADVANCE, MAINTAINED IN THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT AND MADE AVAILABLE TO THE DEPARTMENT UPON REQUEST THAT SPECIFY THE FOOD TEMPERATURE OF 41�F OR LESS WHEN REMOVED FROM COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE CONTROL, OR 135�F OR GREATER WHEN REMOVED FROM HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE CONTROL; THE FOOD SHALL BE MARKED OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED TO INDICATE THE TIME THAT IS FOUR (4) HOURS PAST THE POINT IN TIME WHEN THE FOOD IS REMOVED FROM TEMPERATURE CONTROL; THE FOOD SHALL BE DISCARDED, WITHIN FOUR (4) HOURS FROM THE POINT IN TIME WHEN THE FOOD IS REMOVED FROM TEMPERATURE CONTROL; CONTAINERS OR PACKAGES, OR MARKED TO EXCEED A FOUR (4)-HOUR LIMIT SHALL BE DISCARDED.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD, 7 LBS AT $60.PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED NUTS, SPICES, AND DRY GOODS STORED IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA WITH OUT LABELED. MUST PROVIDE COMMON NAME.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ABOVE GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ABOVE GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection