BEST SUB Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: NOTED WASTE WATER BACKING UP WITH DIRT, FOOD PARTICLES AND GREASE FROM 2 OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE OF THE COMPARTMENT SINKS. ALSO NOTED WATER LEAKAGE FROM THE GREASE TRAP.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED PLUMBER FOR MAINTENANCE. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD PRODUCTS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS INSIDE REAR CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS....NOTED DEEP CUTS AND DIRT ON CUTTING BOARD AT THE REAR PREP TABLE BY SLICER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SMOOTHEN AND MAINTAIN.....NOTED SHELVES AT THE FRONT PREP AREA LINED WITH FOIL PAPER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST....MST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AL CHEST FREEZER LIDS BROKEN AND DAMAGED.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: NOTED CRACKS ON FLOOR THROUGH OUT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES ON THE CUSTOMER DINNING AREA AND AT THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED 2 PREP TABLES AT THE REAR USED FOR PREPPING WITH NO HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK AT THE REAR OR REMOVE THE PREP TABLES.....NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED 2 PREP TABLES AT THE REAR USED FOR PREPPING WITH NO HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND WASH SINK AT THE REAR OR REMOVE THE PREP TABLES.....NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.

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.