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BOBABAR CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BOBABAR CAFE 2334 S WENTWORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
June 23, 2011 Canvass License #2032983
6
Total Violations
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE MILK AND POP CRATES BEING USED TO ELEVATE ITEMS AT REAR GARAGE STORAGE AREA AND REPLACE WITH ADEQUATE SHELVING AND RACKS.
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: CLEAN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, UNDER AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SIDES OF TOILET, SHELVES IN GARAGE STORAGE AREA, AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND CHEST FREEZER, REAR GARAGE STORAGE AREA, AND STORAGE ROOMS. REMOVE DARK BLACK STAINS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN WALLS AROUND UTILITY SINK, BEHIND CHEST FREEZER, AND ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA. REPAIR WALL PANEL SECTIONS IN POOR REPAIR NEXT TO PREP COOLER AT FRONT PREP AREA. CLEAN VENT OUTSIDE TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS AROUND FURNACE IN CLOSET.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN WALLS AROUND UTILITY SINK, BEHIND CHEST FREEZER, AND ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA. REPAIR WALL PANEL SECTIONS IN POOR REPAIR NEXT TO PREP COOLER AT FRONT PREP AREA. CLEAN VENT OUTSIDE TOILET ROOM. REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS AROUND FURNACE IN CLOSET.
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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