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MORSE GYROS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MORSE GYROS 1422 W MORSE AVE, CHICAGO 60626 Restaurant
September 16, 2024 Complaint License #2831495
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: WE OBSERVE 6 LIVE ROACHES UNDER THE PLASTIC STOPPERS BEHIND FAUCET OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND FOUR SMALL ROACHES GOING IN AND OUT OF UNSEALD BASEBOARD WALLS UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. NOT AN INFESTATION. REMOVE ROACHES CEAN AND SANITIZE REAR AREA. 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: SOME CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP CUTS,MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARDS
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL AS LINER FOR COOKING EQUIPMENT.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE FLAT GRILL AND DEEP FRYER EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST NOT USE RAW WOOD AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR PLUMBING UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE A NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE PROVIDED AT STAFF/CUSTOMER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE PROVIDED AT STAFF/CUSTOMER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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