FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BUFFALO JOE'S ON HOWARD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 3, 2018
Canvass
License #1380221
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 1955497 DATED 2/8/17 VIOLATION #36 DIM LIGHTING IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LIGHTING. GREASY LIGHT SHIELDS UNDER HOOD AT HOT LINE ARE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. #38 INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK AT OTHER FOOD PREP AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ON FAR WEST LIGHT ABOVE COOKING AREA. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELD.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ON FAR WEST LIGHT ABOVE COOKING AREA. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELD.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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