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MARIANO'S #8515 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MARIANO'S #8515 (AKA: MARIANO'S) 1800 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60640 Grocery Store
September 5, 2024 License License #2971915
15
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
10
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

15
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INSIDE ALL (4) WASHROOM.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
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.
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED NON-WORKING (OUT OF ORDER) WAREWASHING MACHINE NOT IN USE BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO FIX AND MAINTAIN. A MECHANICAL DISHWASHING MACHINE SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 ? 100 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE). WAREWASHING MACHINE TAGGED ?HELD FOR INSPECTION?. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED. SEE COMMENTS BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ROTISSERIE CHICKEN HOT HOLDING UNIT IN FRONT HOT FOOD SECTION AREA.
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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (TEMPURA, RICE, FLOUR ETC) IN REAR SUSHI PREP/STORAGE AREA.
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED AND BROKEN COVER/LID FOR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (RICE, TEMPURA, FLOUR ETC) IN SUSHI PREP/STORAGE AREA.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE (HOT FOODS) WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE MEAT PREP AREA.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF CABINETS UNDERNEATH (SELF SERVICE) HOT AND COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE DISPLAY/SERVICE AREA.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A ONE COMPARTMENT SINK (DUMPSINK) WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER (WILL BE USED FOR DISCARDING ANY LIQUID WASTE) BEHIND THE BAR.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNDERNEATH GARBAGE COMPACTOR IN REAR OUTSIDE ENCLOSED AREA.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BACK SPLASH BEHIND THE HAND SINK IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM (2ND FLOOR) WITH OPENING, MUST SEAL.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL UNSEALED FLOOR BASEBOARD UNDERNEATH HANDSINK INSIDE EMPLOYEE (BREAKROOM) WASHROOM.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE REAR HOT FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING AREA: UNDERNEATH SANDWICH DISPLAY COOLER (BY THE SUSHI PREP AREA), FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND DEEP FRYERS IN HOT FOODS COOKING AREA, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER FLOOR, UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAKERY DISHWASHING AREA, BAKERY WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR, GROCERY WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA, ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BAR AREA
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BEHIND BAR COUNTER IN POOR REPAIR (WARPED AND WITH OPENING) ABOVE HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. -------WALL AROUND MAIN MOPSINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/REPAIR.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD INSIDE SEAFOOD WALK-IN COOLER. ---------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER AND PIPES INSIDE CHICKEN PREP WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR AREA.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD INSIDE SEAFOOD WALK-IN COOLER. ---------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER AND PIPES INSIDE CHICKEN PREP WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR AREA.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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