CAFE COLAO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER BACK UP COMMING OUT OF THE FLOOR DRAIN IN KITCHEN PREP AREA LOCATED IN REAR AREA.

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.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: ICE MACHINE HAS BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE OF UNIT THIS IS WERE THE ICE IS BEING MADE

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE FLYS THUR OUT THE PREMISES IN KITCHEN AND FRONT DINNING AREA.FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT OR INSECT PROOFED.PEST CONTROL COMPANY NEEDS TO HAVE MAP OF LOCATION OF CHEMICAL BEING PUT DOWN. FOUND SOME MICE DROPPING ON BACKING RACK

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 6-20-11 REPORT 608230 36#LIGHTING IN PREP AREA TOO DIM,INSTRUCTED ADD MORE LIGHT,OR INCREASE WATTS 41# MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AND UNUSED ITEM FROM PREMISES,FIRST FLOOR AND BEASEMENT AREA, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN. 35# WALL VARIOUS AREA THROUGHOT PREMISES NEEDS REPAINT,WITH A LITE COLOR PAINT TO BRIGHTEN PREP AREA 34# MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREA.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND OPEN HOLE BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. NEEDS ALL HOLES THUR OUT THE PREMISES.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MOP SINK IS NOT CONECTED AND NEEDS TO ADD A BACK FLOW PREVENTER. THEY CAN NOT RECIVE WATER. NEEDS TO BE FIX OR REPLACE. THE CANOPY HOOD IN FRONT AND REAR KITCHEN AREA NEEDS DEATIL CLEANING HAS ENCREST GREASE.

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: MOP SINK IS NOT CONECTED AND NEEDS TO ADD A BACK FLOW PREVENTER. THEY CAN NOT RECIVE WATER. NEEDS TO BE FIX OR REPLACE. THE CANOPY HOOD IN FRONT AND REAR KITCHEN AREA NEEDS DEATIL CLEANING HAS ENCREST GREASE.

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.