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BLOOMINGDALE'S DEPT. STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BLOOMINGDALE'S DEPT. STORE (AKA: FORTY CARROTS) 900 N MICHIGAN AVE, CHICAGO 60611 Restaurant
July 15, 2011 Canvass License #41816
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: EVIDENCE OF INSECTS/PEST NOTED (7-38-020). FOUND 10-SMALL/FRUIT FLIES ON WALL UNDER DRAINBOARD OF DISHMACHINE; 8-ON WALL AROUND FRONT WINE SHELF; 7-ON WALL BY THE DOOR TO THE COOKING KITCHEN; & 4-HOVERING ABOVE A GARBAGE BIN AT REAR HALLWAY. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SOURCE & CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FIBERBOARD BOTTOM 0F CABINETS AT SECOND DINING AREA MUST BE SEALED OR REPLACED (EVIDENCE OF WEAR & TEAR). All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: CABINETS UNDER PREP/SERVING COUNTERS & UNDER 3-COMP SINK; AIR VENTS OF ALL DISPLAY CASES; FAN GUARDS OF ALL COOLERS-DUE TO DUST/FOOD DEBRIS/DIRT. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR DRAINS UNDER ICE MACHINE & REAR 3-COMP SINK; FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER & DRY STORAGE ROOMS- NEED DETAILED DUE TO HEAVY DEBRIS OF FOOD/DIRT OR CLUTTER. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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: WALLS AROUND PREP/DISHWASHING AREAS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. ANY SCRATCHED WALL BEHIND EQUIPMENT SHELVINGS MUST BE SEALED/PAINTED OVER. ALL AFFECTED AREAS WHERE PESTS WERE NOTED MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALLS AROUND PREP/DISHWASHING AREAS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. ANY SCRATCHED WALL BEHIND EQUIPMENT SHELVINGS MUST BE SEALED/PAINTED OVER. ALL AFFECTED AREAS WHERE PESTS WERE NOTED MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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.

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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