PASS
Risk 1 (High)
EPPLES RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 22, 2016
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #1694688
3
Total Violations
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY, WORN SURFACES ON EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AT DISHMACHINE. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN, REMOVE RUST. INTERIOR PANEL OF CHEST FREEZER WITH LOOSE, TORN GASKETS. INSTD TO REPAIR PROPERLY (NO DUCT TAPE). CONDENSOR LEAKING AT INTERIOR BOTTOM OF PREP COOLER, CAUSING WATER ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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: THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/FOOD ACCUMULATION: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER CABINETS, UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL, EXTEROR OF GREASE TRAP, EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE INCLUDING TEMPERATURE GAUGE UNIT. INSTD TO CLEAN 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: THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/FOOD ACCUMULATION: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER CABINETS, UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILL, EXTEROR OF GREASE TRAP, EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE INCLUDING TEMPERATURE GAUGE UNIT. INSTD TO CLEAN 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
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection