Calo Lounge, Inc. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED ALL PREPACKAGED DESSERTS NEED A LABEL INDICATING NAME OF PRODUCT NAME OF INGREDIENTS NAME OF ADDRESS OF FACILITY.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST ON INTERIOR OF BEER COOLERS ON SECOND BAR IN ROOM USED DOR PRIVATE PARTIES. REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN. BOWLS DISHES POTS PANS AND TO GO CONTAINERS NEED TO BE INVERTED DURING STORAGE.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING TO THE LEFT OF HOOD OVER MAIN FRYING AREA WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION AND MISSING CEILING TILES. CLEAN CEILING SPRINKLER SYSTEM WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMUALTION AND REPLACE NECESSARY CEILING TILES. OBSERVED CEILING IN LIQUOR ROOM IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR CEILING AND RESTORE CEILING TO A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION. OBSERVED CEILING IN FRONT OF ICE MACHINE IN DISREPAIR. RESTORE CEILING 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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILD NEEDED ON LIGHTS IN AREA ABOVE DELI SLICER. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILDS LIGHTS IN HOODS. OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILDS NEEDED ON LIGHTS IN LIQUOR ROOM. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILD NEEDED ON LIGHTS IN AREA ABOVE DELI SLICER. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHEILDS LIGHTS IN HOODS. OBSERVED LIGHT SHEILDS NEEDED ON LIGHTS IN LIQUOR ROOM. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.