PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
GELATINA'S CRIS RESTAURANT, INC. Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 6, 2023
Canvass
License #2442725
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: THE FOLLOWING TCS FODDS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN PREP COOLER: CHICKEN 53.2F, BEANS 50.1F, STEAK 54.1F, CUT TOMATOES 52.1F. ALL DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 20LBS $100 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY. INSTD TO MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES AT 41F OR BELOW.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: PREP COOLER BEING USED UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE, AIR TEMPERATURE OF 52.0F. COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTD TO HAVE REPAIRED, ABLE TO MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW AND CONTACT CDPH TO REINSPECT COOLER PRIOR TO USING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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: STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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