BEST BBQ Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WASHROOM AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED COOKED RIBS 74.1F AND TURKEY TIPS 103.2F-105.8F STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMTELY 100LBS AND $200 OF PRODUCT. ALL HOT TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 135F OR ABOVE DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN FURNACE ROOM, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNIT ON FLOOR TILES, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE CABINET UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN WASHROOM, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN NORTHWEST CORNER NEAR REACH-IN COOLER, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS NEAR SODA DISPENSER UNIT IN FRONT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK UNDER BEVERAGE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PREP AN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PREP AN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.