MR. SUBMARINE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1734511, DATED 3/21/2016. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #32; MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE IN REAR.MUST APPLY A SEALANT ON RAW WOOD SURFACES AT COUNTER. #35; MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES,LOOSE TRIM AND WALLS PANELS THROUGHOUT,RUST FROM VENTILATION VENT.MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING TILES.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FILTERS AT HOOD. VIOLATION STILL EXISTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED SOUP AND COLD SLAW IN CARRY OUT CONTAINERS, INSIDE THE DR.PEPPER AND SNAPPLE COOLER'S BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER, WITHOUT INGREDIENT AND SELL BY LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH INGREDIENT AND SELL BY DATES AND MAINTAIN.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DUCT TAPE BEING USED TO COVER A FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DUCT TAPE PROHIBITED. INSTALL PROPER FLOOR COVER AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS; INTERIOR SURFACE OF PREP COOLERS BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE (NOT EXCESSIVE). INTERIOR OF THE 1-DOOR UPRIGHT FREEZER ON THE WEST WALL BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. ALSO, THE INTERIOR OF THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING TILE ABOVE THE SNAPPLE COOLER BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. FAN COVER IN MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS ARE DETACHED FROM CEILING. ALSO, WALL AROUND THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR IS NOT CLEAN, DIRT PRESENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING TILE ABOVE THE SNAPPLE COOLER BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER. FAN COVER IN MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS ARE DETACHED FROM CEILING. ALSO, WALL AROUND THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR IS NOT CLEAN, DIRT PRESENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.