MIRA SUSHI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/FOOD PREP AREA WITH NO DRAINPIPE AT THE BOTTOM. SO, WHEN SINK IS USED WATER COMES FROM THE FAUCET AND POOL ON TO THE MENTIONED AREA FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS (SOILED DISHWASH WARE) FROM THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN IN THE MENTIONED AREA AND PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL AND USE MENTIONED SINK, UNTIL HANDWASHING SINK IS PREPAIRED AND ONLY USE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR HANDWASHING. HANDWASHING SINK MUST BE REPAIRED AND AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYEES TO USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED

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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE IMPROPERLY WASHING DISHES AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT HAVING THE SINK SET UP TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. SANITIZER BASIN WAS NOT TO SET UP WHILE DISHWARE WAS BEING WASHED. ALSO, OBSERVED EMPLOYEE RINSING WOODEN SPOON AND BIG WOODEN BOWL IN THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK. LASTLY, THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WAS IMPROPERLY LABELED FOR THE ORDER OF HOW DISHWARE SHOULD BE PROPERLY WASHED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALWAYS TO SET UP THE SINK WHEN WASHING EQUIPMENT. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEE SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

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.

COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP - Comments: OBSERVED NO SUSHI RICE ANALYSIS LETTER OR pH TEST KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A SUSHI RICE ANALYSIS LETTER OR OBTAIN A pH TEST KIT AND ENSURE THE FOOD HANDLERS KNOW HOW TO USE THE TEST KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS AND 40 OR MORE SMALL FLIES ON SITE. RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON THE FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNDER ALL THE COOKING/ COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/FRONT SUSHI PREP AREA, NEAR THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, NEAR THE MOP SINK. THE SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED FLYING AROUND AS WELL AS ON THE CEILING TILES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN ELECTRICAL INSECT CONTROL DEVICE SITTING ON THE BACK LEDGE OF THE PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD. INSECT CONTROL DEVICE WAS OVER A FOOD PREP TABLE AND THE PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REFRAIN FROM STORING INSECT CONTROL DEVICES ABOVE FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A BUCKET OF RICE SITTING IN THE MOP SINK BASIN. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS IN THE MOP SINK BASIN. MOP SINK BASIN IS ONLY FOR DISPOSAL OF UNSANITARY WATER.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED 2-3 CUTTING BOARDS STORED ON THE FLOOR WITH A WIPING CLOTH UNDERNEATH IN THE FRONT SUSHI PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT ON THE FLOOR.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR, INTERIOR OF THE TOP PART OF THE PREP COOLER WITH DEAD FLIES AND DEBRIS. THE PREP COOLER IS ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD. ALSO, OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED WHEN PREP COOLER REMOVE FOOD ITEMS AT THE TOP AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER AND DEBRIS ON THE WALLS AND FLOOR OF THE REAR FOOD PREPERATION AREA. UNDER AND AROUND ALL OF THE COOKING AND NON-COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECTS FROM FEEDING, BREEDING AND HARBORING.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE DRY STORAGE CLOSET WITH BOXES, MOP HEADS, AND OTHER ITEMS NOT ELEVATED. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE MENTIONED ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE DRY STORAGE CLOSET WITH BOXES, MOP HEADS, AND OTHER ITEMS NOT ELEVATED. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND ELEVATE MENTIONED ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.

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.