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CHUCK 'E' CHEESE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHUCK 'E' CHEESE 1730 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
June 2, 2017 Canvass License #41894
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
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: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 LIVE FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES; ON WALLS AND CEILING IN DISH MACHINE ROOM, AROUND MOP SINK IN REAR PREP. ON WALLS OF THE PREP CUT STATION. ON WALLS OF THE KITCHEN ENTRANCE HALLWAY. WALL BEHIND FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER; AND THE WALLS LEADING TO THE REST ROOMS, AND ON WALLS INSIDE THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. 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 #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS; PORK, CHICKEN, DELI MEAT, ETC., ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DISCONTINUE USING MILK CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS IN PREP AREAS AND DRY STORAGE ROOM.. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM STORAGE RACKS AND LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLES IN PREP AREA. ALSO, CLEAN INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF MICROWAVE OVEN IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN REAR PREP AREA, UNDER DISH MACHINE AND UNDER 3-COMP SINK, IN DRY STORAGE AND FURNACE ROOMS. ALSO, CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOORS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, GAME ROOM FLOOR, PRIZE ROOM, AND CHUCK E'S CLOSET. REPAIR GROUT FLOOR IN FRONT OF MOP SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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: MUST REPAIR DETACHED WALL TRIM AROUND 3-COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. REPAIR/REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES ON GAME FLOOR. CLEAN HOOD FILTERS, GREASE PRESENT. INSTRUCTED TO 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: MUST REPAIR LEAKY SPRAY HOSE AT DISH MACHINE, AND LEAKY FAUCET AT 2-COMP SINK IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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: MUST REPAIR LEAKY SPRAY HOSE AT DISH MACHINE, AND LEAKY FAUCET AT 2-COMP SINK IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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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