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FULLERTON RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FULLERTON RESTAURANT 2400 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Restaurant
February 19, 2014 Complaint License #1948112
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED TO STORE MEAT IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS TO PROPERLY STORE FOODS.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT SERVICE AREA, REACH-IN COOLER GASKETS AT FRONT SERVICE AREA, AND THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REACH-IN COOLERS AND DISH MACHINE.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT.-------INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MISSING FLOOR TILES (BY HAND SINK) INSIDE LADIES WASHROOM.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WALL BEHIND DISH MACHINE SPRAYER IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX OR REPLACE WALL.-------INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL AND CEILING WITH SPILLAGE INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL VENT WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP INSIDE LADIES WASHROOM.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTTER PROOF LIGHT BULBS FOR LIGHTS ABOVE THE FRONT SERVICE AREA.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAK UNDER THE MOP SINK (3-COMP SINK) IN THE BASEMENT CURRENTLY BEING USED AS A CATCH BASIN FOR THE ICE MACHINE RUNOFF. REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT SERVICE AREA.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAK UNDER THE MOP SINK (3-COMP SINK) IN THE BASEMENT CURRENTLY BEING USED AS A CATCH BASIN FOR THE ICE MACHINE RUNOFF. REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT SERVICE AREA.
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.

Health Department Information

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