MARGARITA'S PIZZERIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS AND RODENTS ON SITE AND OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 10-12 LIVE SMALL AND LARGE FLIES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER,IN CUSTOMER WAITING AREA,IN MOP SINK CLOSET AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREA. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 75 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED BEHIND COOLERS,BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG COOK LINES,UNDER HAND SINK,UNDER REAR STORAGE SHELVES,ON THE BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES,BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER AND IN FURNACE ROOM. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. ALSO NOTED A SMALL OPENING ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND ALONG THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SIDE EXIT DOOR. MUST REPAIR AND MAKE DOORS COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. FOUND BOTH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND UNABLE TO CLOSE. MUST REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE GARBAGE,CLOSE LIDS AND PROPERLY MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED/MAINTAINED. FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH AN IMPROPER NOZZLE THAT ONLY DISTRIBUTES WATER TO ONE COMPARTMENT, PREVENTING THE PROPER WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZING OF MULTI USE ITEMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE EXISTING NOZZLE AND PROVIDE A NOZZLE THAT DISTRIBUTES WATER TO ALL 3 COMPARTMENTS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-30.

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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND REPAINT ALL RUSTY SHELVING RACKS IN COOLERS WHERE NEEDED. ALSO REPLACE RUSTY CAN OPENER IN PREP AREA.

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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES,COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS AND REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN ALL WASHROOM SURFACES.

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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG COOK LINES,BEHIND COOLERS,UNDER STORAGE SHELVES,IN MOP SINK AND FURNACE ROOMS AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. REMOVE GREASE,FOOD DEBRIS AND STANDING WATER.

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: MUST SEAL OPENING IN CEILING ABOVE HOT WATER TANK TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHT SHIELDS OVER PREP AREA NOT LONG ENOUGH. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS THAT COVER ENTIRE LIGHT BULB. MUST ALSO PROVIDE THE PROPER END CAPS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE REAR WASHROOM DOOR.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE REAR WASHROOM DOOR.

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.