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GROCERY BASKET Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

GROCERY BASKET 351 E 103RD ST, CHICAGO 60628 Grocery Store
January 27, 2022 Complaint Re-Inspection License #1677513
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN MEAT CUTTING ROOM HAVE DARK DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON WALLS, CEILINGS AND SHELVING UNITS INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND 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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR WALL, FLOOR, AND CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER TO BE DIRTY AND SHOWING SIGNS OF RUST. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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 CORNER OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN PRODUCE PREP AREA TO HAVE A HOLE AND LEAK AT THIS TIME. OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN MEAT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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: OBSERVED MISSING BASEBOARDS AND DAMAGED WALL SURFACES AROUND PERIMETER OF MEAT CUTTING ROOM, RECEIVING AREA, AND WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR 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: OBSERVED MISSING BASEBOARDS AND DAMAGED WALL SURFACES AROUND PERIMETER OF MEAT CUTTING ROOM, RECEIVING AREA, AND WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR 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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