FAIL
Risk 3 (Low)
LEANA GROCERY MART Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 19, 2024
License
License #2983229
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL NON WORKING COOLERS. COOLERS MUST BE IN WORKING CONDITION AND MAINTAINING 41F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN SOME COOLERS. MAKE SURE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS CONTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS. INSTALL 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 APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT AND 3 LARGE FLIES. MUST CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (a)
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK STILL PLUMBED TO DRAINS BUT WITHOUT A FAUCET TO DISPENSE HOT AND COLD RUNNNING WATER. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR REMOVE IT FROM FACILITY AND CAP PLUMBING LINES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C)
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 HOT AND COLD HOSE FROM UNAPPROVED SYSTEM WITH FIXTURES THAT ARE NOT CLEANABLE. MUST INSTALL AN APPROVED SYSTEM OF HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER WITH CLEANABLE FIXTURES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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 HOT AND COLD HOSE FROM UNAPPROVED SYSTEM WITH FIXTURES THAT ARE NOT CLEANABLE. MUST INSTALL AN APPROVED SYSTEM OF HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER WITH CLEANABLE FIXTURES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection