NEO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Liquor

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. OBSERVED BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE IN UPPER PANEL WATER RESERVOIR OF ICE MACHINE WHERE ICE IS MADE AND DRIPPING INTO ICE IN BIN. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ALL ICE. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL CLEANED, SANITIZED AND C.D.P.H. NOTIFIED FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL.

These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.

Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.

Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 6 RAT DROPPINGS IN COAT CHECK ROOM AND OPEN GAP ALONG BASEBOARD IN SAME ROOM THAT APPEARS TO LEAD UNDER MAIN FLOOR OF ESTABLISHMENT WITH OPEN EARTH. MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN ROOM, SEAL OPEN GAP ALONG BASEBOARD AND HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR RODENTS AND ROACHES. ALSO OBSERVED TWO LARGE, LIVE ORIENTAL ROACHES ON WALL IN BASEMENT.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA WITH DEBRIS, OLD WOOD, BROKEN BEER BOTTLES, CARDBOARD BOXES, WOODEN PALLETS THROUGHOUT GARBAGE CORAL AND ALLEY AT OUTSIDE WASTE RECEPTACLE. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRIS FROM BOTH AREAS.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. NO HOT WATER IN BOTH WASHROOMS. WATER TEMPERATURE FOUND TO BE 75.3F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER IN BOTH WASHROOMS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.

Adequate ventilation required in all areas.

Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR BASEBOARDS IN HALLWAY TO WASHROOMS WITH OPEN HOLES, MUST SEAL. POOLING WATER ON FLOOR OF BASEMENT, MUST REMOVE. DEBRIS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT FLOOR, MUST CLEAN/REMOVE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR BASEBOARDS IN HALLWAY TO WASHROOMS WITH OPEN HOLES, MUST SEAL. POOLING WATER ON FLOOR OF BASEMENT, MUST REMOVE. DEBRIS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT FLOOR, MUST CLEAN/REMOVE.

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.