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Risk 1 (High)
DON PEPE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 8, 2015
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License #2138319
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED HORCHATA (RICE WATER) NOT PROPERLY LABEL WITH PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #31
MAJOR
Violation Details
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED KNIVES BEING STORED BETWEEN THE WALL AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT AND GRILL UTENSILS BEING STORE BETWEEN THE WALL AND PIPES IN THE FRONT MAIN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTANMINATION AND MAINTAIN.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED A SLITE BROWNISH BUILD UP IN THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRTY DETERGENT TUBING CONNECTED TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE TUBING 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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED A LIGHT WITHOUT A SHIELD OVER THE FRONT MAIN FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELD OVER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISH WASHING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHTSHIELDS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK, ICE MACHINE OR ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ATTACHED DETERGENT TUBES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A WALL MOUNTED FAUCET, ATTACHED TO THE WALL IN THE BASEMENT, WITHOUT A PLUMBED DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PLUMBED DRAIN OR REMOVE. OBSERVED VENTILATION IN THE BASEMENT NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR VENTILATION OR REMOVE STOVE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A SPLASH GUARD NEEDED BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT DRAIN BOARD LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL PROPERLY DESIGNED SPLASHGUARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES TO TAKE ACCURATE TEMPERATURES OF HOT HOLDING FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES TO TAKE ACCURATE TEMPERATURES OF HOT HOLDING FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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