FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
La Grande Boucherie / Omakase Room Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 6, 2024
License
License #2948460
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN WALKIN COOLERS AND WALKIN FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETERS IN WALKIN COOLERS AND WALKIN FREEZERS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 60 RAT DROPPINGS IN BASEMNT IN ELECTRIC ROOM UNDERNEATH STAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RAT ACTIVITY, REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREA. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 2/6/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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: OBSERVED OPENINGS AT BASE OF REVOLVING ENTRANCE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICES SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM DOORS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ALL SECOND FLOOR WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection