HONEYMOON CAFE INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS OF LIVE CLAMS STORED INSIDE REFRIGERATOR HAD NO SHELLFISH TAG. MANAGEMENT UNAVAILABLE TO PROVIDE SHELLFISH TAGS UPON INSPECTION REQUEST AND NOT MAINTAINED ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE APPROVAL SOURCES OF SHELLFISH AND MAINTAIN TAGS FOR 90 DAYS ON PREMISES. MANAGER DISCARDED CLAMS FROM UNAPPROVED SOURCES ON SITE. ESTIMATED VALUE OF PRODUCT IS $30.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-005(B)

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED RAW FOODS (BEEF, SHRIMP, AND PORK) STORED OVER READY-TO-EAT FOOD SUCH AS BROCCOLI, POTATOES AND PACKAGED FOOD PRODUCTS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO SEPARATE ALL RAW FOODS FROM ALL READY-TO-EAT FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED MEAT JUICE SPILLED ON SHELF INSIDE FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-005 (A)

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 50 SMALL AND LARGE FLIES ON PREMISES: AT THE FISH TANK, INSIDE RESTROOM, AND INSIDE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE CURRENT PEST ACTIVITY. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: OBSERVED THE LAST INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED AND DISPLAYED IN PLAN VIEW. INSTRUCTED TO POST SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO CUSTOMER AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-42-010 (B)

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED CUT FRUITS AND BLENDED FRUITS STORED INSIDE COOLER AT FRONT AREA HAD NO LABEL AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE. OBSERVED VARIOUS SEASONING CONTAINERS SUCH AS FLOUR CONTAINER HAD NO LABEL. MUST LABEL.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINERS INSIDE FREEZER IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. OBSERVED MISSING REACH-IN COOLER HANDLES IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE. OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVE INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR OR REPAINT. OBSERVED DAMAGED AND RUSTY CHEST FREEZER DOOR WITH WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WORN OUT BLACK STAINED CUTTING BOARD WITH CREVICES IN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVELY GREASE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FOOD PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF TWO REACH-IN COOLERS IN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE 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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP IN CREVICES OF FLOOR UNDER GRILL NEAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO BE SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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: OBSERVED EXCESSIVELY GREASE BUILD UP ON HOOD ABOVE GRILL, AND DUSTY VENT COVER ABOVE FOOD PREP ABLE IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICES ATTACHED ON COFFEE MACHINE, ICE MACHINE, AND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

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: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICES ATTACHED ON COFFEE MACHINE, ICE MACHINE, AND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

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.