PASS
Risk 1 (High)
FIRE BOWL HIBACHI Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 24, 2024
License Re-Inspection
License #2971840
12
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
6
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
12
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN ONE DOOR UPRIGHT HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE TRHERMOMETER IN ONE DOOR UPRIGHT HOT HOLDING UNIT.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS IN MIDDLE AT BASE OF DOUBLE DOORS IN DUMPSTER AREA AND BASE OF BOTH DOUBLE DOORS IN DUMPSTER AREA. OBSERVED OPENING AT RIGHT SIDE BASE OF NORTHSIDE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON BOTH DOORS OF SMALL TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON BOTH DOORS OF SMALL TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19: OBSERVED NONFOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR OF REAR STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD AND NONFOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY IN REAR STORAGE CLOSET.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-204.12: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE INSTALLED ON UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK SO THAT IT MAY BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15: OBSERVED LOW COLD WATER FLOW AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WESTSIDE ALL GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE COLD WATER FLOW AT HANDWASHING SINK IN WESTSIDE ALL GENDER WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 6-501.19: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON BOTH WASHROOM DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON BOTH WASHROOM DOORS SO THAT THEY SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING AND SELF CLOSING.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE UPRIGHT HOT HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE UPRIGHT HOT HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF SMALL TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF SMALL TWO DOOR COLD HOLDING UNIT IN REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED NON WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN
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: 6-501.12: OBSERVED DEBRIS AND GREASE BEHIND GREASETRAP ALONG BASE OF WALL AND ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG BASE OF WALL AND ON FLOOR BEHIND GREASETRAP AND MAINTAIN.
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: 6-501.16: OBSERVED MOP IN BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL MOP DRYING RACK FOR PROPER DRAINING AND DRYING OF MOPS TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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: 6-501.16: OBSERVED MOP IN BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL MOP DRYING RACK FOR PROPER DRAINING AND DRYING OF MOPS TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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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