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ETO'O Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ETO'O 1373 E 53RD ST, CHICAGO 60615 Restaurant
April 26, 2024 Canvass License #2511638
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROX 30 DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL UNDER STORAGE AREA IN THE HALL LEADING TO THE REAR WHERE THE REST ROOM IS LOCATED. OBSERVED ANOTHER 20 DROPPINGS UNDER THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE SERVICE PRIOR TO RETURN INSPECTION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS NEEDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD AT THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO DISHES SITTING ON A METAL RACK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARD BOARD BEING USED A LINER ON SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. ISTRUCTED TO REMOVE FROM ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT HARBORING.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE COLD HOLD UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON BOTTOM FLOORS, LININGS AND DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLD UNITS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD DBRIS ON AND AROUND BOTH GREASE TRAP ALSO NOTED SMELL COMING FROM THE GREASE TRAPS INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT SERVICE AND HAVE UNITS CLEANED.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST, DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA, IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL WALLS AND FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF CLUTTER ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF CLUTTER ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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