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JJ FISH STATE INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JJ FISH STATE INC. (AKA: JJ FISH) 47 W 79TH ST, CHICAGO 60620 Restaurant
August 23, 2023 Complaint License #2754079
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #45
MINOR
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO TURN DOWN TOGO CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE SHELVING UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK UNDERNEATH THE REAR HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED GARBAGE AND TRASH ACCUMULATED AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO TAKE GARBAGE OUT MORE FREQUENTLY TO PREVENT HARBORAGE AND PEST ISSUES.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER, THE AIR VENT COVERS IN THE REAR AND THE GREASE TRAP LID.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER, THE AIR VENT COVERS IN THE REAR AND THE GREASE TRAP LID.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections