BRANDY'S RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MANAGER STATED THAT FACILITY REMOVED REAR HAND SINK NEAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RE-INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAR DISHWASHING AREA WITH RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER AND MAINTAIN. 48 HOUR NOTICE GIVEN. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDSINK NEAR FRONT COUNTER AS A WORK AROUND. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD MUST BE IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND PROPERLY LABELED.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO SHIELD/PROTECT SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THREE LARGE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MULTIPLE DAMAGED REFRIGERATION GASKETS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON INTERIOR WALLS AND CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER AND LOWER COMPARTMENTS OF FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.

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: OBSERVED ITEMS ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

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: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL ABOVE HANDSINK NEAR FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INFORMED THAT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION COVERS WITH DIRT BUILDUP ABOVE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AT THE FAUCET HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED VENTILATION COVERS WITH DIRT BUILDUP ABOVE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AT THE FAUCET HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.