FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARGARITA'S PIZZERIA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 1, 2019
Complaint
License #1875208
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT HANWASHING SINKS IN PREP AREA, DISHWASHING HAND SINK AND WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINKS FOR STAFF USE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST ALWAYS BE PROVIDED WITH HANDWASHING SOAP. PIC PROVIDED HAND SOAP DURING INSPECTION-COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION,( PAPAER TOWELS) AT HANWASHING SINKS IN PREP AREA, DISHWASHING HAND SINK AND WASHROOM HANDWASHING SINKS FOR STAFF USE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST ALWAYS BE PROVIDED WITH HAND DRYING PROVISION,( HAND DRYING DEVICE. PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT SINKS DURING INSPECTION-COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION ISSUED ON VIOLATION # 6-301.11
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE OF APPROX 4-LBS OF RAW GROUND TURKEY IN PREP COOLER AT 52.0F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD TCS FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PERSON IN CHARGE REMOVED AND DISCARDED MEAT AT COST APPROX $ 15.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISS. 42 MICE DROPPING ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTE TO CLEAN/ SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMED PEST SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISS. 42 MICE DROPPING ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTE TO CLEAN/ SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMED PEST SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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