FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARKET CREATIONS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 13, 2022
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License #2617034
6
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED DISH WASHER WASH, SANITIZE AND RINSE DISHES. INSTRUCTED TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE DISHES. ALSO NOTED 3 COMP SINK QUAT SANITIZING SOLUTION AT 0PPM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A SANITIZING SOLUTION OF 200 - 400PPM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED
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 #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND COOKED CHICKEN AND COOKED CORN LOCATED IN STEAM TABLE ON MEXICAN STATION HOTLINE AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 110 - 115F. ALSO NOTED MASH POTATOES LOCATED IN HOT HOLDING UNIT IN REAR KITCHEN AREA AT 108F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE. MUST MAINTAIN AT HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135F, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOUND BULK SUGAR, RICE AND SEASONING STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME FOR ALL ITEMS TAKEN OUT OF ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND 6-8 SMALL FLIES LOCATED IN DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST MINIMIZE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND HAND SINK LOCATED IN FRONT PREP WATER TEMPERATURE AT 70F.2ND HAND SINK IN CLOSE PROXIMITY.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND HAND SINK LOCATED IN FRONT PREP WATER TEMPERATURE AT 70F.2ND HAND SINK IN CLOSE PROXIMITY.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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