FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DIB SUSHI BAR AND THAI CUISINE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 28, 2011
Complaint
License #1803353
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:FOUND TWO DOZEN OF FRESH EGGS STORED INSIDE THE PREP COOLER AT TEMP OF 67.1F WIDE COOKED NODDLES AT TEMP OF 82.5F.SPROUT IN WATER AT TEMP OF 53.7F;(THESE PRODUCTS WERE STORED ON TOP PREP TABLES NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT).SLICED AVACADO WERE STORED ON TOP THE PREP TABLE AT SUSHI BAR AT TEMP OF 58.8F.NO PROOF OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOG PROVIDED AST THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUND 7 VALUE 40.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005 H000074248-18
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 3-23-11, REPORT #525268 # 32-INSTRUCTED MGMT TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN EXPOSED HAND BOWL & 3COMP. SINK IN KITCHEN AREA./NEED LIDES ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE./NEED SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN FRONT EXPOSED HAND BOWL & PREP TABLE IN SUSHI BAR AREA. # 33-SOME SHELVES IN COOLER ,DRY STORAGE,INTERIOR ,EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT NEED DETAIL CLEANING./UNDER HOOD OVER COOKING RANGE NEED CLEANING. #34-FLOORS UNDER AROUND STOCK,EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING/STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR WHEN IN STORAGE/MUST REMOVE ALL MILK CRATES OFF PREMISES USED AS STORAGE SHELVES. #35-CEILING & WALL NEXT TO COOKING RANGE HOOD NEED DETAIL CLEANING #38-MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL VENTILATION COVERS IN RESTROOMS SERIOUS VIOATION:7-42-090 HOOOO74248-18
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED KNIFES STORED BETWEEN THE NEWSPAPER BEHIND THE PIPPE NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT,(SOUTH WALL),INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A KNIFE RACK
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: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. STOPPERS IS NEEDED FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. STOPPERS IS NEEDED FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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