PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
MO' WINGS PASTA AND GRILL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 23, 2024
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2886914
7
Total Violations
1
Major
6
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 23, 2024. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11 : OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD (WASHING RAW CHICKEN IN THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK) WITHOUT ADEQUATE BEARD RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HAIR AND BEARD RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES DURING FOOD PREPARATION AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) : OBSERVED UNCOVERED/UN-INVERTED EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS IN THE REAR AREA EQUIPMENT STORAGE SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO COVER OR INVERT ALL EQUIPMENT WHEN NOT IN-USE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) : OBSERVED SOIL ON NON-FOOD CONTACT PORTIONS OF THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: INTERIOR CAVITY OF ALL FRYER EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR CAVITY AND INTERIOR BASE OF ALL COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR SHELF OF FRONT AREA HOT-HOLDING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVE EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD-UP OF SOIL AND MAINTAIN.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11 : OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS OF THE FACILITY IN POOR REPAIR: BROKEN CEILING TILE ABOVE PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN AREA, CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN AREA, MISSING CEILING TILE IN FRONT AREA TO THE RIGHT OF SERVICE WINDOW, WINDOW SEALS ON WINDOWS IN FRONT LOBBY AREA IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING OR DAMAGED AREAS OF FACILITY AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 : OBSERVED DEBRIS AND SOIL ON THE FOLLOWING FACILITY SURFACES: CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AREA NEAR REAR STORAGE AREA DOOR, WINDOW SEALS IN FRONT LOBBY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE PHYSICAL FACILITY SURFACES AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, EASILY-CLEANABLE SURFACES
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED INADEQUATE NUMBER OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON-SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED INADEQUATE NUMBER OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON-SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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