CEDARS MEDITHERRANEAN KITCHEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND 2ND FL.PREMISES AND EVIDENCE OF APPX 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDER PREP COOLERS,NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER HOOD,ON LEDGE OF WARMING DRAWER UNIT,BAR AREA ALONG WALL BASES,ON FLOOR BEHIND REACH IN COOLER & FREEZER,REAR & 2ND FL. DRY FOOD & PAPER STORAGE.ALSO POISON ON FLOOR IN SAME AREAS.REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG BOTTOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/11/15.(SERIOUS 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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED DRAIN LINE PIPE FILING UP AND OVER FLOWING POOLING WATER ONTO FLOOR.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.MUST LABEL BULK & SMALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND ELIMINATE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH WALK IN COOLER DOORS,LID ON PREP COOLER ON 1ST FL. IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLERS , PREP COOLERS ON 1ST FL & EXTERIOR LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 1ST FL. 3- COMP SINK.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO DISH MACHINE.

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: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,USED & UNUSED EQUIPMENT,FRYERS,DISH RACKS,DELIME DISH MACHINE,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,ROLLING CARTS,ALL FOOD STORAGE SHELVES INCLUDING IN WALK IN COOLERS

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: MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT 1ST & 2ND FL.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT 1ST & 2ND FL. INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN BAR AREA,PREP AREA,HALLWAY OF TOILETROOMS.MUST CLEAN DUST FROM ALL CEILING AND WALL VENTS THROUGHTOUT,HOOD & FILTER OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES,LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD ON 1ST FL.

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: MUST REPLACE MISSING FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT ON 1ST FL.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS ON 2ND FL.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS ON 2ND FL.

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.