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JOHNNY'S BEEF & GYROS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

JOHNNY'S BEEF & GYROS 2300 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
April 20, 2023 Canvass License #2278386
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE OR REMIND CONSUMERS OF SPECIFIC ITEMS SUCH AS FRIED EGG TOPPING FOR BURGERS THAT MAY BE UNDERCOOKED. MUST PROVIDE DISCLOSURE/REMINDER FOR POSTED MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OPEN TWO INCH GAP ALONG DOOR THRESHOLD OF THE ADJACENT BUSINESS WITH THE BUSINESS DOOR LOCATED IN A SHARED HALLWAY TO A SHARED BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING RODENT PROOF STRIP ON THE DOOR.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING UNDER THE COOKS LINE STEAM TABLE. MUST SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: TABLE TOP CAN OPENER NOTED DIRTY WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AFTER EACH USE.
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: LEAK AT THE WALL MOUNTED BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST REPAIR.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT SUCH AS RAW WOOD PLANKS ETC. MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING AND ALL OTHER NEED ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED.
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: SOILED MOP HEADS MUST BE STORED INVERTED AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK WHEN NOT IN USE.
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: SOILED MOP HEADS MUST BE STORED INVERTED AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK WHEN NOT IN USE.
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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