PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CHICAGO CURRY HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 3, 2015
Complaint
License #1909035
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT.
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: OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS INSIDE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOOR DRAINS.
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: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS.
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: OBSERVED THE GROUT BETWEEN FLOOR TILES MISSING OR WORN DOWN IN THE DISH WASHING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN GROUT BETWEEN THE FLOOR TILES.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE VACUUM BREAKER AT THE MOP SINK FAUCET LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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