GOLDEN CRUST PIZZERIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GREASE BOX NOT CLEANED, MAINTAINED OR RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED WASTE GREASE ON GROUND AND WASTE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON TOP LID AND SIDES OF GREASE BOX. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE BOX AND GROUND TO PREVENT INSECT AND RODENT NUISANCE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED OR OERATED. WHILE DRAINING WATER IN MIDDLE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, WATER CLOUDY WITH FOOD DEBRIS COMING UP LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES. ALSO, SEEMS ON BOTH SIDES OF SINK ARE BROKEN AND WATER IS GOING FROM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN LINE TO PREVENT INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF DRAIN WATER. MUST WELD SEEMS OF SINK OR REPLACE TO PREVENT WATER SEEPAGE FROM THE COMPARTMENTS OF SINK. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: FOODS INSIDE COOLER NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES NOT SEALED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE. STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURACE.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: POTATO SLICER, CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP COUNTER, COOLERS, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, AND CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR THROUGH-OUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK-IN COOLER NOT MAINTAINED OR CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RESEAL FLOOR INISDE WALK-IN COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND FLOOR MATS IN PREP AREA.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WALL AND CEILING NOT MIANTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE CEILING TILE AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALL AROUND OUTLETS.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT CONDENSATION LINE NOT GOING TO FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EXTEND LINE TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE WATER ON FLOOR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT CONDENSATION LINE NOT GOING TO FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EXTEND LINE TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE WATER ON FLOOR.

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.