FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARIANO'S #8520 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
September 19, 2022
Complaint
License #2309177
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #15
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: 3-302.11 (A:1-2) OBSERVED READY TO EAT SHRIMP NOT PROPERLY SEGREGATED FROM RAW FISH AND SOME READY TO EAT SHRIMP TOUCHING RAW FISH IN THE REACH IN COOLER OF THE MEAT DEPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD CONTAMINATED READY TO EAT SHRIMP AND PLACE A HIGHER PARTITION BETWEEN READY TO EAT SEAFOODS AND RAW SEAFOODS. MANAGER CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.
Food Code Requirement
Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.
Specific Requirements
Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-305.11, 3-302.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-501.112(A:1&2_ OBSERVED THE PREPARED FOODS HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING WITH A HOT WATER FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE OF 160F. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINES FINAL RINSE AT 180F-194F FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING AT ALL TIMES. SAID UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MAY NOT BE USED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 3 LIVE LARGE FLIES ON THE WALL LOCATED IN THE MEAT DEPARTMENT FOOD PREP AREA, ABOUT 5 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON BOXES BY THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR BY THE EXIT DOOR, AND ABOUT 2 LIVE LARGE FLIES AND ABOUT 25 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON THE WALLS OF THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE LARGE AND SMALL FLIES ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 OBSERVED BROKEN AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE PREPARED FOODS PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND/OR CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE MEAT SLICERS, AND EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE WALLS UNDER ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS, OBSERVED A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE CEILING ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE MEAT PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: 5-103.11(B) OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE PORTABLE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE CHEESE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS SUPPLY HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT PORTABLE HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: 5-103.11(B) OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE PORTABLE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE CHEESE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS SUPPLY HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT PORTABLE HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
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Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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