FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BEST BBQ Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 2, 2017
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License #1575975
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: EVIDENCE OF RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES . 28 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER HAND SINK IN PREP AREA,11 DROPPINGS UNDER 2- COMP SINK CABINET AND 16 DROPPINGS UNDER WASHROOM HAND SINK CABINET. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMENED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SRVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARGAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA SHARED WITH LOUNGE NOT MAINTAINED. GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT RODENT PROOFED. LIDS MISSING FROM BOTH GARBAGE DUMPSTERS. MUST REPLACE LIDS.WASTE GREASE CAN ENCRUSTED ON EXTERIOR LID AND CONTAINER WITH GREASE. MUST CLEAN. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARGAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA SHARED WITH LOUNGE NOT MAINTAINED. GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT RODENT PROOFED. LIDS MISSING FROM BOTH GARBAGE DUMPSTERS. MUST REPLACE LIDS.WASTE GREASE CAN ENCRUSTED ON EXTERIOR LID AND CONTAINER WITH GREASE. MUST CLEAN. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection