ELLY'S PANCAKE HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOODS NOT LABELED OR DATED INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL/DATE FOODS, FIRST IN FIRST OUT.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLED SODA SYRUP INSIDE CABINET OF SODA MACHINE, STANDING WATER INSIDE ICE BIN CABINET AT COFFEE STATION AND FOOD BUILD UP ON SHELVES AT SAME AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STAINS ON WALL IN PREP AREA BEHIND MEAT SLICER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN WALL.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: ONE CEILING LIGHT COVER MISSING ABOVE STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER CEILING LIGHTS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK HOT WATER HANDLE LEAKING AT BASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: NO THEROMETER INSIDE BAKERY DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THEROMETER FOR COOLER, ALSO MUST MAKE THERMOMETERS VISIBLE IN ALL COOLERS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: NO THEROMETER INSIDE BAKERY DISPLAY COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THEROMETER FOR COOLER, ALSO MUST MAKE THERMOMETERS VISIBLE IN ALL COOLERS.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.