MUI'S FEIDA BAKERY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED SIX LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES IN THE KITCHEN ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, CRAWLING UP THE WALL ABOVE ONE OF THE THREE COMP SINKS, ON THE WALL BELOW ONE SINK AND IN A CRACK OF THE WALL BETWEEN PANELING. PEST CONTROL REPORT DATED SEPT. 9, 2014 STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOT OF ROACH ACTIVITY ALONG WITH FRUIT FLIES. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO FOLLOW UP WITH PRESTO-X AND TO CLEAN ALL AREAS MENTIONED IN VIOLATIONS BELOW TO HELP ELIMINATE ACTIVITY AS WELL AS SEAL ALL CRACKS AND CREVICES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND OTHER AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED SOME LARGE OPEN BAGS OF FLOUR AND OTHER DRY PRODUCT USED FOR BAKING ON A BOTTOM SHELF IN THE BASEMENT. RECOMMENDED TO OWNER TO PUT THESE ITEMS INSIDE OF A PLASTIC OR METAL CONTAINER WITH A LID TO AVOID CONTAMINATION AND OR BUGS FROM GETTING INSIDE OF THE BAGS. LABEL CONTAINERS WITH NAME OF PRODUCT.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED SOME NON FOOD GRADE BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN THE FREEZERS AND COOLERS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR STORAGE OF FOODS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (FLOOR MIXERS, OVENS, HOT HOLDING UNITS, PREP TABLE TOPS AND BOTTOM SHELVES AND UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES TO REMOVE DUST AND OTHER RESIDUE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN MAIN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT PREP, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, PREP TABLES AND BASEMENT AREA AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT (FREEZERS, STORAGE SHELVES, WALK-IN COOLER AND SUBPUMP). REMOVE DEAD ROACHES FROM FLOORS WHERE OBSERVED IN KITCHEN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN WALLS TO REMOVE DUST IN KITCHEN. SOME DUST BUILD UP ON THE SIDE OF THE HOODED SYSTEM CLOSEST TO THE BACK DOOR; REMOVE. SOME DUST IN VENT ABOVE TEA POT IN BEVERAGE PREP AREA; REMOVE. SEAL ALL CRACKS AND CREVICES WHERE NEEDED.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK OF THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT. PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF DRAIN STOPPERS FOR PROPER SET UP OF THE THREE COMP SINK FOR WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK OF THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT. PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF DRAIN STOPPERS FOR PROPER SET UP OF THE THREE COMP SINK FOR WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING.

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.