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Risk 1 (High)
EPPLES RESTAURANT Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 31, 2020
Short Form Complaint
License #1694688
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #25
MINOR
Violation Details
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: NO CONSUMER ADVISORY NOTICE OR DISCLOSURE/REMINDER ON MENU FOR FOODS THAT ARE OFFERED UNDERCOOKED (EGGS, STEAK); INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ON PRINTED MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Food Code Requirement
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11(C)
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, GRILL, STOVE), CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF STEAMTABLE, CLEAN POTATO DICER ON PREP AREA WALL, CLEAN PREP TABLES AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, GRILL, STEAMTABLE) NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES; CLEAN FLOOR. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, BEHIND DEEP FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND UNDER SINKS AND DISHMACHINE. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, GRILL, STEAMTABLE) NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES; CLEAN FLOOR. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, BEHIND DEEP FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND UNDER SINKS AND DISHMACHINE. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection