FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DEMITASSE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 4, 2016
Canvass
License #28260
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED, PIPE DISCONNECTED, NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT THIS EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: MICE DROPPINGS (APPROX 30) SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEAR DISHMACHINE AND REAR STORAGE AREA. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM AND SIDES OF DOOR. INSTD TO REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, RODENT PROOF DOORS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CONDENSOR LINE LEAKING AT PREP COOLER. REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PIPE LEAKING UNDER DISHMACHINE AREA. REPAIR SAME.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PIPE LEAKING UNDER DISHMACHINE AREA. REPAIR SAME.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection