CASEY'S CORNER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Tavern

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: NO SANITIZE SOLUTION USED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.OBSERVED EMPOYEE WASHING RINSING CUSTOMER'S GLASSES. SET UP THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK:WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE, 100 PM CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-030

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: NO PAPER TOWEL PROVIDED AT EXPOSED HAND SINK,BEHIND BAR AREA.OBSERVED BARTENDER SERVING CUSTOMERS,WASHING GLASSES AND CUTTING LEMONS AND LIMES.PAPER TOWEL PROVIDED UPON MY REQUEST. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD NOT PROTECTED(ICE)DURING STORAGE/SERVING.OBSERVED A CONTAINER FULL OF ICE,IN IT AN OPENED CAN OF RED BULL,AND CAN OF POP. ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP THE ICE CUBES, AND OBSERVED ICE CUBES WITH DEAD INSECT AND OTHER UNKNOWN PARTICLES. NO LID PROVIDED TO CONTAINER, INSIDE THE SAME CONTAINER OBSERVED BEER HOSES TO KEEP THEM COLD. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ICE BIN WITH DISCHARGE HOSE THAT DRAINS ON FLOOR DRAIN. MUST PROVIDE LID FOR THE ICE BIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)

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: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED: FOUND BOTH DOORS NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. GAPS FROM 1/4" TO 1 1/2" ON BOTTOM, SIDE AND TOP OF THE DOORS. NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PROVIDED DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOORS AND PROVIDE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED TWO BBQ GRILL(ONE BLACK THE OTHER RED) AND AN OPENED CHARCOAL BAG INSIDE THE PREMISES, FRONT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. ALSO REMOVE SERVING PLATE AND CONTAINERS.

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 SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO DISCHARGE HOSE ATTACHED AT GUN POP HOLDER AT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MUST DRAIN ON FLOOR DRAIN.

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: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INSIDE THE POPGUN HOLDER,SLIME SUBSTANCE,OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE THE MICROWAVE(TOP PART), INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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 BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN BAR AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, ALSO SEAL FLOOR BY THE WALL UNDER THE COUNTER. OBSERVED WATER ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT AREA,INSTRUCTED TO KEEP DRY.ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR ITEMS NEEDED IN BASEMENT AREA. SWEEP FLOOR AND STAIRCASE, ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND DEBRIS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ADDITIONAL STOPPERS IS NEEDED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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: ADDITIONAL STOPPERS IS NEEDED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.