LONCARS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER AFTER HANDLING FOOD, GO OVER TO 3-COMP. SINK AND RINSE HER HANDS. WHEN INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH HER HANDS (USING SOAP,ETC.) AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK, SHE PROCEEDED TO DRINK FROM A CUP, DISCARD THE CUP AND WENT RIGHT TO HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH/DRY HANDS BEFORE HANDLING FOODS. CITATION #64666-12 ISSUED.

Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.

Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND 20 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND CHEST REACH IN FREEZER, 40 ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE REACH IN COOLER IN THE SIDE/REAR STORAGE AND 60 IN THE CABINETS BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #145968-DATED 06-24-08. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: 33/1 INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NEED CLEANING. 34/1 FLOORS NEED CLEANING BEHIND COOLERS IN BAR AREA, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. MUST REMOVE ALL POP CRATES, BEER, STOCK, ETC. OFF FLOOR ATLEAST 6" FOR PROPER CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT. 35/1 MUST REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IN CLOSETS IN EAST STORAGE AREA AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN BAR AREA. WALLS NEED REPAIR BEHIND WATER HEATER IN EAST STORAGE ROOM. MUST SEAL HOLE IN WATER. 38/1 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL LARGER DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMP. SINK TO ADEQUATELY AIR DRY UTENSILS. 41/1 MUST DISCARD ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND PROPERLY ORGANIZE BASEMENT. CITATION #64668-14

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST COVER AND PROPERLY LABEL FOOD IN COOLERS/FREEZERS.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST SEAL/PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVES IN SIDE/REAR STORAGE. PROVIDE A COVER FOR THE ICE BIN IN THE BAR AREA AND PROVIDE A BARRIER TO SEPARATE BEVERAGE LINES FROM CONSUMABLE ICE.

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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BAR GUN HOLDER AND NOZZLE OF BEVERAGE DISPENSER IN BAR AREA AND INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZERS.

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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF MEN'S TOILET ROOM AND UNDER TABLE IN DINING AREA.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR HOT WATER KNOB IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE CLOSET ON SIDE STORAGE AREA.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST ELIMINATE CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE CLOSET ON SIDE STORAGE AREA.

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.