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BLUE DOOR FARM STAND TOO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BLUE DOOR FARM STAND TOO 711 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
June 7, 2016 Canvass License #2428971
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 4- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER SUCH AS 1LB. LENTIL SOUP 6/2/16 AT 70.1F,1DOZEN OF POOLED EGG WHITES 6/3/16 AT 46.0F,5LBS. COOKED POTATOES 6/6/16 AT 51.0F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 7 LBS. $7.50 .(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #12
CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF.OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA ACCESSIBLE AND CONVENIENT TO DRY HANDS WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED.MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT HANDSINK DURING INSPECTION.MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CLUTTER IN BASEMENT AND A STRONG SMELL OF RODENT URINE.ALSO BASEMENT DOOR HAS A APPX. "1" OPENING LOWER LEFT SIDE OF DOOR.MUST REMOVE RODENT DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTOL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/7/16.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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: MUST REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON LOWER LEFT DOOR OF 4- DOOR REACH IN COOLER .
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LOWER WALL BASE NEAR HAND SINK.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE 3- COMP SINK.
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LOWER WALL BASE NEAR HAND SINK.MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE 3- COMP SINK.
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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