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CESAR'S ON BROADWAY 2924-2926 N BROADWAY, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
May 11, 2011 Short Form Complaint License #1492853
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #8
CRITICAL
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. FOUND TOP LOADER FROZEN MACHINE FILLED WITH MARGARITAS DRINKS STORED IN OUTSIDE STORAGE/PATIO AREA (REAR PATIO).UNABLE TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE UNIT.NO FAUCET IS PROVIDE.TURNED OFF UNIT, TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNIT OR PROVIDE A FAUCET WITH RUNNING HOT/COLD WATER.A BACK FLOW PREVENTER IS NEEDED AT UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A CERTIFIED PLUMBER FOR ALL PROPER ATTACHMENT UNDER PLUMBING CITY CODE.FAX A LETTER TO PUBLIC HEALTH(FAX #312-746-4240)PRIOR TO USE UNIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 H000072168-17
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RAW WOOD PANEL UNDER THE COUNTER TOP OF BAR AREA, IN 2ND FLOOR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. RESEAL FRP BOARD ON WINDOW LEDGE OF KITCHEN,NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REMOVE FROM OUTSIDE MOTORCYCLE FROM INSIDE STORAGE, WERE FROZEN MARGARITAS UNIT IS STORED.SEAL STORAGE FRAME AND DOOR OF STORAGE WHERE FROZEN MARGARITAS MACHINE IS STORED.REPLACE BROKEN LID FROM 1ST GARBAGE CONTAINER.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.KEEP FLOOR CLEAN IN OUTSIDE REAR STORAGE.FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSOBENT MATERIAL.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE VINLY BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT , SEAL WALL EDGES AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT AREA.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE VINLY BASEBOARD IN BASEMENT , SEAL WALL EDGES AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT AREA.
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.

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