BURGER BARON Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: FOUND ITEMS (SHREDDED LETTUCE ETC) IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION, AND MAINTAIN.

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 1/4"-1/2" GAP ON BOTTOM RIGHT OF REAR EXTERIOR DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING 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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: FOUND SOILED WIPING CLOTH STORED ON PREP TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER AND MAINTAIN.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND PLASTIC BOWL USED AS SCOOP STORED INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT TOUCHING COOKED RICE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY OR USE UTENSIL WITH HANDLE, MAINTAIN.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND ACCUMULATED ICE ON WALLS/CEILING OF WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.