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GIBSONS STEAK HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

GIBSONS STEAK HOUSE 1028 N RUSH ST, CHICAGO 60611 Restaurant
April 28, 2016 Complaint License #40668
8
Total Violations
5
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED, DEEP GROOVED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE CONDENSER UNIT IN THE WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER, REPLACE RUSTED FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN THE LOWER REACH-IN COOLERS ON THE 2ND FLOOR, AND REPLACE THE RIPPED CURTAINS THAT LEAD TO THE GARBAGE CORAL- MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALK-IN COOLER DOOR HANDLE AND SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE 2ND FLOOR TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: 1ST FLOOR: DETAIL CLEAN THE STORAGE RACK WHERE CLEAN PLATES AND BOWLS ARE STORED TO REMOVE CRUMBS AND BUILDUP- MAINTAIN.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ON THE 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN/PREP TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS BEHIND THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND ALSO REPLACE THE CRACKED CEILING TILES ON THE 2ND FLOOR OUTSIDE OF THE WALK-INC COOLER.
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: 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER ON THE 2ND FLOOR IS MISSING A LIGHTBULB. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE REACH-IN COOLER 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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER ON THE 2ND FLOOR IS MISSING A LIGHTBULB. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE REACH-IN COOLER 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.

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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