CHEF ART SMITH'S REUNION RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION - Comments: OBSERVED (MUSSELS) TAGS MISSING, MANAGER ON DUTY INDICATED THEY WERE ALL TAGS WERE THROWN AWAY. INSTRUCTED MUST MAINTAIN RECORDS, PROPERLY MARK TAGS AND STORED THEM FOR 90 DAYS FROM DATE LAST ONE FROM BOX PREPARED OR SOLD TO RECORD DATES PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.

Previous critical violations must be corrected.

All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BLACK AND PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON INSIDE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN Rear PREP: 1 POUND OF MARINARA SAUCE AT TEMP OF 46.5F, 2LBS OF PASTRAMI DEI MEAT AT TEMP OF 52.2F AND 1/2 POUND SLICED TOMATOES AT 45.3F. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER 3 POUNDS, $10.00 VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (STEAK AND EGG'S) MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE OR REMIND CONSUMERS OF SPECIFIC ITEMS SUCH AS STEAK AND EGGS THAT MAY BE UNDERCOOKED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DISCLOSER 1. AN ASTERIK NEXT TO THE FOOD 2. STATEMENT ABOUT THE FOOD WITH REMINDER ON MENU OR TABLE TENTS/ PLACECARD ON ALL TABLES. 5 DAY GRACE PERIOD TO UPDATE MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: BASE COOLER IN REAR PREP AIMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURES AT 52.5F, COOLER HAS BEEN TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECION. FOUND TCS FOOD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN REAR PREP. FACILITY MUST REACH OUT TO HEALTH DEPARTMENT AT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG TO HAVE TAG REMOVED BY A HEALTH INSPECTOR ONCE BASE COOLER IS PROPERLY REPAIRED. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: NOTED DIRTY WIPING CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. NOT PROPERLY STORED, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASHCLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: NOTED DELI CUPS STCAKED WHILE WET IN DISHWASHING AREA AND GLASS BOTTELS WITH SWING LID CLOSED WHILE WET IN SERVER STATION IN FRONT PREP, INSTRUCTED TO AIR DRY ALL MULTI-UNTENSILSAND EQUIPMENT AFTER WSHING.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED ICE BUILD UP IN WALK IN FREEZER ON FLOORS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS ELEVATION IN DRY STORAGE IN REAR PREP, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE, ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" FROM FLOOR AND WALL.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS, INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: SEE VIOLATION#60 NOTED USING DISPOSABLE CUPS AS A SCOOP FOR BULK FOOD CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER SCOOPS

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: FACILITY USES HIGH TEMPERATURE SANITIZING DISH MACHINE AND DOES NOT HAVE PROPER TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICES; IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR OR THERMOMETER THAT SHALL BE PROVIDED AND READILY ACCESSIBLE FOR MEASURING THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE DURING HOT WATER SANITATION. 5 DAY GRACE PERIOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED OUTSIDE GARBAGE OVERLOADED PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSER. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE DUMPSTER LID CLOSED TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PEST. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REMOVE OR ORGANIZE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/NONFUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT FOUND IN OUTDOOR STORAGE CLOSET. THE PREMISES SHALL BE FREE OF UNNECESSARY ITEMS & NONFUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS INCLUDES EQUIPMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEE'S BELONGINGS IN MILK CRATES IN DRY STORAGE IN REAR PREP WITH FOOD ITEMS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYES TO STORE THEIR BELONGINGS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOODS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BURNED LIGHT BULBS IN WALK IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.

Food allergen training required for certified managers.

Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.