L & G FAMILY RESTAURANT INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL COOKED AND PRE-PACKAGED FOODS TAKEN OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED IF HELD IN REFRIGERATION OVER 24 HOURS. BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT MUST BE LABELED.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS THAT WERE NOT ORIGINALLY DESIGNED FOR FOOD STORAGE CANNOT BE USED TO STORE FOOD. ALL SINGLE-SERVICE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN HOLDING CONTAINERS WITH HANDLES UP OR OUT.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PAINT OR REPLACE ALL RUSTY STORAGE RACKS AND SHELVES THROUGHOUT. PAINT RUSTY DOOR PANELS AND WALLS OF WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS, EXTERIORS, SIDES, LEGS AND WHEELS OF ALL OVENS, GRILLS, DEEP FRYERS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, UNUSED COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS, CAN OPENER, DISH MACHINE, AND ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT (INCLUDING FOOD PREP AND BASEMENT)ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN FOOD PREP AREA. LARGE PUDDLE OF WATER FOUND ON FLOOR AROUND FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT, WASTELINE PIPE CONNECTED TO ICE MACHINE NOT LONG ENOUGH TO EXTEND INTO DRAIN, MUST ADD AN EXTENTION THAT GOES DIRECTLY INTO FLOOR DRAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PAINT OR REPLACE RAW WOOD DOOR LEADING INTO KITCHEN FROM DINING ROOM. REPAIR/SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN AND/OR PAINT ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP, FOOD STORAGE, AND REAR AREA LEADING DOWN STAIRS TO BASEMENT. CLEAN, PAINT OR REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. PAINT RUSTY REAR EXIT DOOR.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: REPAIR EXHAUST IN MEN'S WASHROOM.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: DISCARD DIRTY MOP WATER FROM MOP PAIL, CLEAN MOP AND HANG UPRIGHT TO AIR DRY TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING OPEN FOODS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.

APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING OPEN FOODS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.

Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.

Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.