EASTSIDE SHARKS, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINK IN EMPLOYEE STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED THAT HANDWASHING SOAP MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES-COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES OF (TCS) FOODS INSIDE COOLERS. APPROX (4) 8OZ CONTAINERS OF SPAGHETTI AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 45F- 48F. 30 ASSORTED CHEESECAKE SLICES RANGING FROM 47.0F TO 50.0F,APPROX (3-LBS) AND 20- BANANA PUDDING/ 2-LBS MADE WITH MILK AT 47.F.INSTRUCTED THAT COLD (TCS) FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. FOODS REMOVED AND DISCAREDED BY (PIC) AT COST APPROX $ 60.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE FOR HAMBURGERS THAT ARE ( COOKED TO ORDER). PRIORITY FOUNDATION

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE FOR TAKING TEMPERATURES OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED (PIC) TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE FOR TAKING TEMPERATURES OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED (PIC) TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.