PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
FONTANO FOODS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 25, 2013
Complaint
License #4844
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 25, 2013. The inspection type was "Complaint" 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 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION, FOUND A VACUUM PACKAGING MACHINE IN PREMISES WITHOUT STATE NOR CITY APPROVAL, FOUND 20LBS OF ROASTED PORK IN VACUUM PACKAGED BAGS, 10 LBS OF COOKED MEAT BALL TOO THAT WAS VACUUM PACKGED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MGR NOT TO USE MACHINE, MACHINE TAGGED. MUST CONTAC CDPH FOR FURTHER INQUIRIES. FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED VALUED AT $30.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: 3-COMP SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, WEAK PRESSURE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
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: 3-COMP SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, WEAK PRESSURE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
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
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection