HERITAGE BICYCLES GENERAL STORE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE DOOR SWEEP OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO THE ALLEY TO BE TORN, WITH A GAP LARGER THAN 1/4 INCH PRESENT ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF DOOR SWEEP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND PEST PROOF DOOR.

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED VARIOUS SCOOPS IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE BINS TO BE STORED WITH HANDLES IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE ALL SCOOPS SO THAT HANDLES ARE NOT IN CONTACT WITH FOOD ITEMS IN BETWEEN USE.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO TEST KIT FOR SANITIZING SOLUTION AVAILABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR ALL SANITIZING SOLUTIONS USED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE ONE DOOR STANDING COOLER IN THE BASEMENT BOTTOM SHELF TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE ONE DOOR STANDING COOLER IN THE BASEMENT BOTTOM SHELF TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF EXCESSIVE BUILD UP.

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.