FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BOURGEOIS PIG Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 16, 2023
Complaint
License #2683294
17
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
13
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
17
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED THE COOK PREPARING AND HANDLING READY-TO-EAT FOODS SUCH AS BAGGED SALAD MIX WITH BARE HANDS. ALSO OBSERVED THE FRONT PREP EMPLOYEE HANDLING MONEY AT THE CASH REGISTER THEN PROCEED TO PREPARE HOT AND COLD BEVERAGES WITH ICE, FILL TEA BAGS, REACH-IN COOLERS, SERVE PLATED FOODS TO CUSTOMERS WITHOUT WASHING HANDS BETWEEN TASKS. REVIEWED THERE IS NO BARE-HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS AND REVIEWED WHEN AND WHERE TO WASH HANDS PROPERLY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: NOTED PRE-PACKAGED PREPARED GRAB-AND-GO SANDWICHES INSIDE A DISPLAY COOLER FOR SALE CONTAINING CHEESE/DAIRY WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN WARNING LABELING. REVIEWED ALL FOODS CONTAINING ALLERGEN INGREDIENTS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN WARNING LABELING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ICE SCOOPS MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MIXING BOWLS IN THE BASEMENT PREP MUST BE STORED INVERTED.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: TORN RUBBER DOOR GASKETS ON THE COFFEE PREP TWO DOOR COOLER AND THE REAR KITCHEN TALL REACH-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE KITCHEN TALL REACH-IN COOLER WITH PEELING PAINT. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE RAW, ROUGH CUT WOOD AS FOOD CONTACT PLATES. MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, NON-ABSORBENT AND ABLE TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR OF THE DESSERT DISPLAY COOLER, INTERIOR OF THE BASEMENT PREP LIQUOR PREP COOLER, INTERIOR OF THE BASEMENT PREP TALL REACH-IN COOLER, SHELVING UNDER THE ESPRESSO MACHINE WITH FOOD DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT INCLUDING INSIDE COOLERS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BROKEN/UNATTACHED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT LIQUOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL HAND SINK IN SAME AREA AND REPAIR BROKEN SINK.----LEAK UNDER THE UPSTAIRS BAR HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT DEBRIS: FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER, UNDER THE 1ST FLOOR BAR, BASEMENT DISH THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, UNDER BASEMENT PREP AND DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. RAW WOODEN FLOOR AT THE 1ST FLOOR THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK MUST SEAL TO BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT ----MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE STAFF AND CUSTOMER WASHROOMS. MUST REPLACE.----RAW WOODEN WALL AT THE REAR COFFEE PREP STATION MUST BE PAINTED/SEALED.----HOLE/OPENING IN THE WALL OF THE BASEMENT DISH/PREP DUE TO REPAIR. MUST SEAL ----MISSING CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT LIQUOR PREP MUST BE REPLACED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL UNNECESSARY STORED ITEMS SUCH AS PILED CARDBOARD AND FURNITURE STORED ON THE REAR OUTDOOR WALKWAY AND STAIR WELL, UNUSED DIRTY COOLER IN THE BASEMENT LIQUOR PREP AREA MUST BE REMOVED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: SOILED MUST NOTED IMPROPERLY STORED AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST STORE INVERTED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW. MUST PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW. MUST PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection