BOBY G Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: MUST HAVE REACH IN FREEZER AT 0.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL COMING FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM SINK.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.

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.

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 MORE THAN 30 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,ON FLOOR IN BAR AREA UNDER 3- COMP SINK,FRONT WINDOW SILLS,ON LEDGE OF FIREPLACE,STORAGE CLOSET ON SHELVING UNITS,ON WOOD LEDGE & COUNTER TOP AT DJ BOOTH,MOTOR OF UNUSED COOLER IN SEATING AREA,ELECTRICAL ROOM.ALSO OPEN POISON ON FLOOR IN ELECTRICAL ROOM & AT MOTOR OF UNUSED COOLER IN SEATING AREA.ALSO FRONT DOOR WEST & EAST,REAR,DOUBLE DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERTAOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/28/12.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: MUST REMOVE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF ARTICLES FROM REAR YARD & NEAR GARBAGE AREA SUCH AS POOL TABLE,CHAIRS,BOOTHS,ETC.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA BACKING UP IN FAR LEFT & RIGHT COMPARTMENTS WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM SINK.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.

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: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING SINK STOPPERS AT BOTH 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS,SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON REAR DOUBLE DOOR IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA,MISSING LOCKS ON TOILET ROOM STALL DOORS IN WOMEN'S.VANITY DOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM REAR AREA.MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SURFACES AT DJ BOOTH.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN REACH IN COOLER,FILTERS,HOOD,WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLE,STOVE,ICE MACHINE,VANITIES IN TOILET ROOMS,LIGHT SHIELDS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM BASEMENT FLOOR & KEEP DRY.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING WALL BASES IN PREP & BAR AREAS,STAINED,MISSING& DAMAGED CEILING TILES & WALL TILES.HOLES IN WALLS & CEILINGS WHERE NEEDED.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS WHERE NEEDED.MUST GROUT WALL TILES IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL WALL BASES & WALL AT FIREPLACE & THROUGHOUT INCLUDING TOILET .ROOMS.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA & BURNT OUT BULB AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BAR 3- COMP SINK LOW WATER PRESSURE,LOOSE HOT WATER HANDLE & LOOSE FAUCET,SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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: MUST PROVIDE A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BAR 3- COMP SINK LOW WATER PRESSURE,LOOSE HOT WATER HANDLE & LOOSE FAUCET,SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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.