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Risk 1 (High)
COZY CORNER DINER AND PANCAKE HOUSE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
COZY CORNER DINER AND PANCAKE HOUSE
(AKA: COZY CORNER RESTAURANT AND PANCAKE HOUSE)
2286-2294 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO 60647
Restaurant
December 4, 2018
Canvass
License #2374712
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #25
MINOR
Violation Details
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED NO COSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH DICLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ALL MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED,90 DAY GRACE PERIOD GIVEN.
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Food Code Requirement
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11(C)
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES AT NORTH COFFEE STATION, 5 LIVE SMALL FLIES AT DUMP STATION, AND 5 LIVE SMALL FLIES AROUND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL INSECT ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE . PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN GASKET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW DEVICE, MUST BE VISIBLE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW DEVICE, MUST BE VISIBLE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection