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JOEY'S RED HOTS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JOEY'S RED HOTS 11500 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60643 Restaurant
November 5, 2024 Canvass License #2594730
5
Total Violations
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #43
MINOR
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: OBSERVED A KNIFE STORED IMPROPERLY. KNIFE WAS STUCK BETWEEN WALL AND REACH IN FREEZER. MANAGER REMOVED.
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: CAN OPENER BLADE IN NEED OF REPLACING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOOD PREP TABLES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD SPILLS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE WASTE AREA IN NEED OF ATTENTION WHERE RECYCLES ARE STORED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE WASTE AREA IN NEED OF ATTENTION WHERE RECYCLES ARE STORED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

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