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MARIANO'S #8520 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

MARIANO'S #8520 (AKA: MARIANO'S) 3145 S ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60608 Grocery Store
April 12, 2022 Canvass License #2309177
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED AT THE SUSHI PREPARED FOODS AREA. INSTRUCTED TO POST A CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR PUBLIC VIEW. MANAGER POSTED A CONSUMER ADVISORY DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.13 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS (EMPTY JUICE CONTAINERS AND PASTERIES) BEING STORED UNDER BUG CONTROL LIGHT DEVICES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND NEVER STORE ITEMS UNDER INSECT CONTROL DEVICES.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS IN BETWEEN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREPARED FOODS AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE OR PROVIDE.
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: 5-501.15 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GARBAGE DEBRIS ON THE GROUND AREA BY THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. MANAGER REMOVED GARBAGE DEBRIS AND CLEANED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA GROUND DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).
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: 6-201.11 OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND TILES NEED TO BE RE-GROUTED THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FRUIT JUICE PREP AREA AND VARIOUS AREAS IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN TILES AND RE-GROUT WHERE NEEDED.
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: 6-201.11 OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND TILES NEED TO BE RE-GROUTED THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FRUIT JUICE PREP AREA AND VARIOUS AREAS IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN TILES AND RE-GROUT WHERE NEEDED.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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