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CHICAGO DOWNTOWN MARRIOTT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHICAGO DOWNTOWN MARRIOTT (AKA: BISTRO CAFE (EMPLOYEE CAFE)) 540 N MICHIGAN AVE, CHICAGO 60611 Restaurant
August 18, 2011 Canvass License #33845
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
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: (7-38-020) EVIDENCE OF PESTS ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 14-SMALL/FRUIT FLIES ON EAST WALL & CEILING TILES (SOUTH) OF THE CAFETERIA DINING AREA; 4-ON WALL AROUND HANDSINK; 5-INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN BY THE SODA FOUNTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SOURCE & CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: UPPER RIGHT DOOR GASKET OF A 4-DOOR COOLER IN NOT ALIGNED- MUST FIX. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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: FLOOR DRAINS, AREAS UNDER THE 1-COMP SINK OF THE SODA/COFFEE STATION & INSIDE A CLOSET STORAGE ROOM MUST BE KETP CLEAN & DRY. ALL STOCK/SUPPLIES MUST BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR, AT COLD/DRY STORAGE AREAS. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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: ALL AFFECTED WALLS (BY PESTS) MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED; DUSTY CEILING VENTS MUST BE CLEANED ALSO. MISSING BASEBOARDS TILES IN BUTCHER ROOM MUST BE REPLACED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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: ALL AFFECTED WALLS (BY PESTS) MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED; DUSTY CEILING VENTS MUST BE CLEANED ALSO. MISSING BASEBOARDS TILES IN BUTCHER ROOM MUST BE REPLACED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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.

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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