BEST TASTE OF CHICAGO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO SUPPLIES OR PROCEDURE FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE BODY FLUID SPILL KIT OR GLOVES, FACE MASK, DISPOSABLE MOP, AND DISINFECTANT AGAINST NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FACILITY HAS ONE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK NEAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HANDWASHING SINK NEAR PREP AREA FOR ADEQUATE HANDWASHING OF EMPLOYEES DURING FOOD SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

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 COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED ONE PREP COOLER AND A 1 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE REFRIGFERATION FOR FOOD SERVICE. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER TEST STRIPS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHLORINE TEST STRIPS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION UNDER HOOD AND AROUND FILTERS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION UNDER HOOD AND AROUND FILTERS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.