FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
FOUR BROTHERS FOOD & LIQUOR INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
December 7, 2020
Short Form Complaint
License #43037
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #13
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: OBSERVED 6- PREPACKAGED BAGS OF POPCORN ON DISPLAY FOR SALE THAT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN GNAWED ON BY RATS.FOOD IS NOT WHOLESOME AND UNSAFE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST MONITOR AND MAINTAIN STOCK DAILY.APPX.1.2LBS. $8.54.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."3/4-1" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPX. 100 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER ALL UNUSED DELI DISPLAY UNITS,ON LOWER SHELF OF UNUSED COOLERS,NEXT TO REAR DOOR,ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN LARGE BEER WALK IN COOLER IN REAR AREA,CHIP DISPLAY UNIT,UNDER BEER PALLETS ON SALES FLOOR & SIDE STORAGE,ON LOWER SHELF AT SERVICE COUNTER,MOTOR OF UNUSED SODA COOLER NEAR GAMING MACHINES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/7/2020.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FRONT WINDOW SILLS,LIQUOR SHELVES BEHIND SERVICE COUNTER,VANITY AT HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,BEER WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT AND FLOORING AT SERVICE COUNTER,STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SOME DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT AND FLOORING AT SERVICE COUNTER,STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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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CDPH Food Protection