ICAFE ON IRVING PARK, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK SPICE CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NOTED A LARGE MAIL SLOT OPENING IN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT METAL DOOR WITH NO CLOSING, TIGHT-FITTING SEAL. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING CLOSER OR PERMANENT SEAL.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A LOCK OR SECURED COVERING FOR THE DINING ROOM BOX FREEZER.----MUST NOT USE USED CARDBOARD RAW CHICKEN BOXES AS CONTAINERS FOR DRY BULK DRY FOODS. ALL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE WASHABLE METAL OR PLASTIC.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: ALL STORED ITEMS IN THE FRONT PREP STORAGE CLOSET MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS.

Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.

Single-use items must be protected from contamination.

Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED A PLASTIC FOOD COVER FOR THE MICROWAVE OVEN IN EXTREMELY POOR CONDITION WITH A MELTED HANDLE AND BADLY STAINED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. MUST 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: LEAK AT THE HOT HANDLE OF THE FRONT PREP THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.----MUST NOT USE TAPE AS A MEANS OF REPAIR UNDER THE COOKS LINE HAND WASHING 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: ALL ITEMS STORED ON THE REAR PATIO MUST BE REMOVED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.

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: ALL ITEMS STORED ON THE REAR PATIO MUST BE REMOVED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORING.

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.