PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CEDARS MEDITHERRANEAN KITCHEN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
CEDARS MEDITHERRANEAN KITCHEN
(AKA: CEDARS MEDITERRANEAN KITCHEN)
1206 E 53RD ST, CHICAGO 60615
Restaurant
August 1, 2012
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1382730
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE WORN AND STAINED DISH WASHING RACKS AT DISH MACHINE. MUST ALSO PAINT RUSTY STORAGE CART IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. MUST PAINT PEELING SHELVES ON INTERIOR OF COKE REACH IN COOLER IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS,COOLERS,PREP TABLES,SINKS AND ALL EQUIPMENT ON SITE. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINES,UNDER SINKS,ALONG WALLS AND THROUGHOUT PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINES,UNDER SINKS,ALONG WALLS AND THROUGHOUT PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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