KUMA'S CORNER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE CLOGGED AND BLOCKED BY TRASH BIN AND FOOD EQUIPMENT.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY APPROX: 10 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR LOCATED IN REAR CLUTTERED STAIRWELL AND APPROXIMATELY 60 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE CLUTTERED BASEMENT CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET AND ALONG THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND SMALL FLIES AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND BOTTOM SHELFS OF PREP TABLES IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES 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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAPS,TOP AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIORS OF THE WALK-IN-COOLERS AND STOVE AND SIDES OF GRILL IN FOOD PREP AREA.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE CONTAINER NOT COVERED AND EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP ON TOP OF CONTAINER AND ON GROUND FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LID CLOSED DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST FEED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE BUILDING MATERIALS DEBRIS STORED IN ENCLOSURE AT REAR NEXT TO OUTDOOR PATIO DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS IN BASEMENT NEAR THE REAR STAIRWELL AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND BAR FLOOR.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN PREP EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN PREP EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.