PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
DON PEPE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 27, 2014
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License #2138319
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, RAW STEAK STORED ABOVE READY-TO-EAT SALSA, CARROTS, AND VEGETABLES IN REACH IN COOLER. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: RE USING SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS. OBSERVED PLASTIC SPOONS IN REAR AND RE USING. INSTD TO USE SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS ONCE ONLY. ALSO MULTI USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY (INVERTED & PROTECTED FROM PUBLIC).
Why This Matters
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Food Code Requirement
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Specific Requirements
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-603.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY SURFACES ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO PAINT ALL RUSTY SURFACES. RUBBER DOOR GASKETS OF REACH ON COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, TORN. REPLACE 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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection