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MISKA'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

MISKA'S 4044-4046 W 26TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 Liquor
March 8, 2013 Canvass License #6905
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED THIRTY MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND BEER DISPLAY ON SELLING FLOOR; REMOVE DROPPINGS. OBSERVED A HOLE IN CEILING OF BASEMENT IN STORAGE AREA WHERE DAYLIGHT IS VISIBLE, TRASH IS FALLING THROUGH FROM THE OUTSIDE AND IT IS NOT RODENT PROOFED; MUST SEAL HOLE. ALSO PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY. EMPLOYEES ON DUTY HAVE NO ACCESS TO LOG BOOK BUT STATED THAT EXTERMINATOR WAS OUT LAST WEEK.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CLEAN FAN GUARD COVERS OF WALK-IN UNITS WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT WHERE NEEDED.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL OPENING IN WALL OF BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM, PROVIDE WALL COVING BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING AT SIDE OF ICE MACHINE. SOME PEELING PAINT ALONG STORAGE WALL NEAR SODA STORAGE. CLEAN CEILINGS OF BOTH WALK-IN UNITS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL OPENING IN WALL OF BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM, PROVIDE WALL COVING BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING AT SIDE OF ICE MACHINE. SOME PEELING PAINT ALONG STORAGE WALL NEAR SODA STORAGE. CLEAN CEILINGS OF BOTH WALK-IN UNITS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
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