DOCK'S GREAT FISH 119TH Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED CHICKEN AND FISH IMPROPERLY THAWING IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW BY USING REFRIGERATION AS PART OF THE THAWING PROCESS OR UNDER CONSTANT RUNNING COLD WATER. FOOD WAS STILL AT PROPER TEMPERATURE BELOW 30F.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP ON KNIFE STORAGE RACK AS WELL AS HANDLES OF KNIVES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN CLEANLINESS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CROSS CONTAMINATION.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SODA CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING IN FRONT SERVICE LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AS A MEANS TO PROPERLY CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON JERK CHICKEN SIDE WITH DEEP DARK CUTTING GROOVES, BADLY STAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AS A MEANS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CROSS CONTAMINATION.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON INSIDE OPENING OF ALL DEEP FRYER UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON FLOOR BETWEEN FLAT TOP COOKING UNIT AND DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNUSED GRILL STORED OUTSIDE IN GREASE CONTAINER AREA. INFORMED (**MUST REMOVE**) FROM PREMISES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR RODENTS AND INSECTS.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPEN WALL PANEL BEHIND SODA DISPENSER EXPOSING INSIDE OF WALL. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND INSECT ACTIVITY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPEN WALL PANEL BEHIND SODA DISPENSER EXPOSING INSIDE OF WALL. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND INSECT ACTIVITY.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.