PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
ERIE CAFE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 22, 2018
Canvass
License #37220
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 22, 2018. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #6
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: Observed improper hygienic practice. Observed food handler slice ready to eat food, french bread loaf, at server station with bare hand contact, then place in bread basket, for public consumption. Informed manager that bare hand contact with ready to eat food is not allow. Instructed to use barriers such as single use gloves, tongs, etc. to prevent bare hand contact with ready to eat foods. Also, observed food handler blow nose in paper towel at food prep area, then walk to 2 compartment sink and proceeded to wash hands at 2 compartment sink located in dish washing area. Informed manager that proper hand washing must occur at exposed hand sink with soak and paper towels. Manager corrected violation during inspection. Critical Violation # 7-38-010 (A)
Why This Matters
Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.
Food Code Requirement
Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Specific Requirements
Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-301.11, 2-301.12, 2-301.14
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: Observed no chemical test kit on site, at time of inspection. Instructed manager to provide chemical test kit to determine proper concentration of sanitizing solution. Manager correct violation during inspection. Serious violation 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed tape use as a means of repair throughout 3 door reach in cooler at cook prep line. Instructed manager to remove/repair and to ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed dark deep grooves and stains on cutting board in basement prep area. Instructed manager to resurface/replace and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed no exposed hand sink located between dish washing area and cook line area, at main kitchen. Instructed manager to install exposed hand sink between said areas to ensure proper hand washing. Maintain at all times. Observed small leak at 3 compartment sinks faucet neck at main kitchen dish washing area. Also observed no drain stoppers at 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed no exposed hand sink located between dish washing area and cook line area, at main kitchen. Instructed manager to install exposed hand sink between said areas to ensure proper hand washing. Maintain at all times. Observed small leak at 3 compartment sinks faucet neck at main kitchen dish washing area. Also observed no drain stoppers at 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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