FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JR'S JAMAICAN TROPICAL CAFE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 9, 2025
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2451675
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR(NORTH) MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN & UNDER COOLERS IN FRONT SERVICE COUNTER & REAR PREP AREAS,ON FLOOR & BEHIND 2- DOOR UNUSED COOLERS,ON FLOOR UNDER SMALL PREP TABLE,UNDER & IN BETWEEN LARGE GAPS IN WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP & STORAGE AREAS,FURNANCE ROOM. ALSO EVIDENCE OF LIVE ROACHES MUST REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/9/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, STEAM TABLE,BBQ GRILL TABLE SHELF,ALL USED & UNUSED COOLERS & FREEZER STORAGES.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, STEAM TABLE,BBQ GRILL TABLE SHELF,ALL USED & UNUSED COOLERS & FREEZER STORAGES.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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