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GARFIELD GYROS PIZZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GARFIELD GYROS PIZZA (AKA: GARFIELD GYROS) 2020 W GARFIELD BLVD, CHICAGO 60609 Restaurant
September 27, 2022 Canvass License #2818076
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: FOUND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE MINI FRIDGE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS: ON SHELVES IN SALES AREA, ON FLOOR BY PIZZA OVEN, AND ON FLOOR IN EQUIPMENT STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS, AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE BEFORE REINSPECTION. 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND DUCT TAPE AT MOP SINK FAUCET. MUST REMOVE AND PROPERLY REPAIR, MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BACK STORAGE ROOM. RECOMMEND REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BACK STORAGE ROOM. RECOMMEND REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections