FAIRPLAY FOODS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SOAP AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FISH DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND KEEP AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: APPROX 20-30 DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL IN BEHIND THE RACKS IN THE REAR PRODUCE AREA...APPROX 20-25 DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL AT THE SODA STORAGE AREA...APPROX 15-20 DROPPINGS BEHIND THE OVEN UNIT IN THE DELI AREA...APPROX 20-30 DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT CONFERENCE ROOM CLOSET AND CORNER NEXT TO THE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE SERVICE WITH PROOF OF SERVICE BY THE RETURN INSPECTION DATE OF 5/13/2025. 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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE KNIFE DRYING RACK IN THE FISH DEPARTMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DUST, ALSO COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REPAIR.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE SMALL CUTTING BOARD IN THE FISH DEPARTMENT WITH A DEEP GROOVE ON ONE SIDE AND DEEP CUTTING LINES ON BOTH SIDES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE REACH IN COOLING UNITS IN THE REAR DELI AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DEBRIS ON THE BOTTOM BASES OF ALL UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PRODUCE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND OR DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER SHELVING AND OR AROUND EQUIPMENT AND OR TABLES: THE FLOOR AND WALL IN THE PRODUCE PREP AREA... THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL AND UNDER SHELVING... THE FLOOR BEHIND THE HOBART MEAT GRINDER IN THE MEAT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE WALK IN PRODUCE AREA, THE DAIRY WALK IN AND THE WALK IN LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE WALK IN PRODUCE AREA, THE DAIRY WALK IN AND THE WALK IN LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

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.