PASS
Risk 1 (High)
JOHNNY'S BEEF & GYROS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 11, 2025
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License #2278386
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED REACH IN/DRAWER COOLER UNDER GRILL TO BE WITHOUT A THERMOMETER PRESENT TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PRIVIDE A THERMOMETER TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF THE COOLER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SIDES OF ICE MACHINE TO HAVE BUILD UP ON SIDES NEXT TO DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERNAL ICE MACHINE FROM BUILD UP OF HARD WATER AND MINERAL DEPOSITS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT HOT WATER HANDLE OF CUSTOMER BATHROOM WHEN HOT WATER IS TURNED ON AND IN USE. OBSERVED LEAK FROM BENT FAUCET OF SINGLE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA LOCATED NEXT TO THE EXIT AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE BOTH SINKS AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT HOT WATER HANDLE OF CUSTOMER BATHROOM WHEN HOT WATER IS TURNED ON AND IN USE. OBSERVED LEAK FROM BENT FAUCET OF SINGLE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA LOCATED NEXT TO THE EXIT AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE BOTH SINKS AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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