HOOSIER MAMA PIE COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN RAW BACON THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW ALL TCS FOODS.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROX. 20 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE CUSTOMER WASHROOM AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: REPAIR THE DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REMOVE THE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND EXCESSIVE CLUTTER ON THE GROUND IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE STAINED FRP BOARD AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN THE STAINED FRP BOARD AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.