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BEGGARS PIZZA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BEGGARS PIZZA 3413 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
September 30, 2013 Canvass License #2115273
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CLEAN ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT SODA MACHINE IN DINING AREA AND MAINTAIN. WIPE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT 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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREAS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN BASEMENT AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. ALSO REMOVE SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER AROUND GREASE TRAP AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT TO REMOVE DEAD INSECTS. ALSO TWO LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT LOOSE; REATTACH SO SHEILDS NOT HANGING (ONE ABOVE TWO COMP SINK AND THE OTHER IN CENTER OF FLOOR). REATTACH OUTLET COVER TO WALL BEHIND PIZZA OVEN.
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 #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR CUSTOMER WASHROOM DOOR IN DINING AREA MISSING; PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: VENTILATION FAN IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM NOT WORKING; REPAIR AND PROVIDE A COVER FOR FAN.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITHOUT THEM.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITHOUT THEM.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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