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GERTIE'S ICE CREAM INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GERTIE'S ICE CREAM INC (AKA: GERTIE'S ICE CREAM/LINDY'S CHILI) 7600 S PULASKI RD, CHICAGO 60652 Restaurant
March 1, 2023 Canvass License #4978
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR WALLS OF THE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE BLACK SUBSTANCE. ALSO CLEAN SHELVING. MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE CREAM FREEZERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FRONT HAND SINK WITH A LEAK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT, ALONG THE WALL, IN CORNERS, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND UNDERNEATH CRATES.
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: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT, ALONG THE WALL, IN CORNERS, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND UNDERNEATH CRATES.
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
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