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IMPALLARIA'S AND DELI Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Bakery

IMPALLARIA'S AND DELI 2952 S WALLACE ST, CHICAGO 60616 Bakery
May 19, 2011 Canvass License #1403419
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL INDIVIDUAL PACKAGED READY TO EAT CHEESE AND BAKERY PASTRIES WITH NAME, ADDRESS, INGREDIENTS, ETC.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILE SECTION UNDER METAL RACK IN PREP AREA AT REAR.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS IN REAR PREP AREA. REPAIR WALL BASE COVING AROUND WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE LIGHT BULBS ABOVE PREP TABLE ON 1ST. FLOOR AND REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE LIGHT BULBS ABOVE PREP TABLE ON 1ST. FLOOR AND REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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