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CHI-TOWN FOOD MARKET, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

CHI-TOWN FOOD MARKET, INC. 753 S CALIFORNIA AVE, CHICAGO 60612 Grocery Store
November 29, 2016 License License #2437455
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A WASHBOWL PER CITY CODE TO THE (LEFT) TOILET ROOM. MAINTAIN SAME. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND THE FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. THERE IS A 1/2" GAP AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR. 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING WOOD PIECES THROUGH OUT THE STORE. REMOVE SPIDER WEBS, DIRT/DST BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION TO THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR HOSE CONNECTION AT MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION TO THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR HOSE CONNECTION AT MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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