LONGMAN & EAGLE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: Observed food not adequately protected: found sugar cubes in an open container on each table for customer self service (did not witness reuse). Instructed facility that all food must be adequately protected at all times (covered or brought out to table after seating). Correct and maintain. Observed a food dehydrator, microwave, and small portable fryer stored under a grease trap in the basement near the ice machines. Instructed facility to relocate said items so they are adequately protected from possible contamination. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: Observed waste water flowing back up into a compartment of the three compartment sink when water was released from an adjacent compartment at same sink. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so that when water is released it does not back up and is disposed of properly. Serious violation 7-38-030.

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Observed prepared items not properly labeled. Instructed facility to label and maintain.

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: Found forks and knives set at each place setting on tables throughout open to possible contamination. Instructed facility to store/display in a proper way to help prevent possible contamination and to maintain.

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: Observed the large cutting board attached to the prep cooler in the first floor kitchen by the bar to be worn and dirty with deep, dark grooves in it. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed waste water pipes above the liquor storage areas. Instructed facility to encase said pipes or relocate items and maintain.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Observed items in the liquor room stored on milk crates. Instructed facility to store on shelves that are at least 6 inches off floors with adequate space to clean under and to maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the floors throughout the liquor room. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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: Observed exposed brick walls in the dining room. Instructed to seal and maintain smooth and easily cleanable. Observed heavy grease and dirt accumulation on the exhaust hood filters in the basement prep area and the first floor kitchen by the bar. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed exposed brick walls in the dining room. Instructed to seal and maintain smooth and easily cleanable. Observed heavy grease and dirt accumulation on the exhaust hood filters in the basement prep area and the first floor kitchen by the bar. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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.