FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MOODY'S RESTAURANT INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 21, 2013
Canvass
License #1219
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED OVER 50 FLYING INSECTS ON WALLS, BOXES,CEILING AND CONTAINERS AT THE FOOD PREP AREA AND DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA ALL AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONTROL PEST CONTROL COMPANY. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NOTED DIRT/ OLD FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/STORAGE AND INSIDE CHEST COOLER AT DOOR BY THE GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: NOTED GREASE ACCUMULATION ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT, BROKEN TILES ON FLOOR AT THE SAME AT THE KITCHEN....FLOORS UNDERNEATH STAIR WAY TO THE BASEMENT(HEAVY DIRT ACCUMULATION), FLOORS INSIDE BEER COOLER AND FLOORS AT THE GENERAL DRY STORAGE ALL AT THE BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE. MUST CLEAN, REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN TILES AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: NOTED HOLE ON WALL BY THE ICE MACHINE AT THE BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE. ALSO NOTED STAIN WALLS BY POTATO SLICERS AT THE BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HOLE AND CLEAN WALLS.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE FAUCET EXTENSION OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,SLOW DRAIN AT THE MIDDLE SINK OF SAME AND FANS INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS (BEER AND FOOD).INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ABOVE.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE FAUCET EXTENSION OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,SLOW DRAIN AT THE MIDDLE SINK OF SAME AND FANS INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS (BEER AND FOOD).INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ABOVE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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