DROP IN LOUNGE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: BLACK SLIMY RESIDUE NOTED ON UPPER REAR PANEL INSIDE ICE MACHINE, MUST HAVE MACHINE BROKEN DOWN AND THOROUGHLY CLEANED. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES, MUST BE PROVIDED BY A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY. REPAIR THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR WHICH HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP UNDERNEATH IT. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVES IN STORAGE ROOMS. REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM SHELVES INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS BEHIND THE BAR.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN ALL SHELVES, COUNTERS, SINKS, AND ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED ON PREMISES THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT(INCLUDING ALL STORAGE & FURNACE ROOMS).

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE ALL STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES. CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS & CEILING TILES, AND ALL WALLS WHERE NEEDED. SEAL ALL CRACKS IN THE CORNERS OF THE WALLS(INCLUDING BASEBOARDS). SEAL HOLE IN LOWER SECTION OF WALL IN STORAGE ROOM NEXT TO WASHROOM.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICES TO BOTH WASHROOM DOORS.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: A MOP SINK SINK MUST BE INSTALLED ON PREMISES. PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: A MOP SINK SINK MUST BE INSTALLED ON PREMISES. PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.