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Iguana Cafe Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

Iguana Cafe 517-519 N HALSTED ST, CHICAGO 60642 Restaurant
October 18, 2017 Canvass License #1092172
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS STORED BEHIND THE FAUCET HEAD OF THE DUMP SINK IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE CUTTING BOARDS IN A CLEAN SEPARATE AREA AWAY FROM POTENTIAL SPLASH CONTAMINATION.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST DEFROST THE MINI FREEZER WHERE MARTINI GLASSES ARE STORED TO REMOVE FROST BUILDUP ON THE SHELVES 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER, THE CAN OPENER BLADE/HOLSTER, AND THE DOOR TRACK AND BOTTOM SHELF OF THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED SYRUP SPLATTER ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE SODA LINES ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED SYRUP SPLATTER ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE SODA LINES ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections