PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NORTH AVENUE BEACH HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 28, 2015
Complaint
License #77262
4
Total Violations
3
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on May 28, 2015. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SPILLS FROM THE ICE CREAM SERVICE COOLER.
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 #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS ON SHELVE BY THE STOVE AT THE FIRST FLOOR CONCESSION STAND. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEE BELONGING AT A DESIGNATED AREA AND PROPERLY STORED.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEE ON THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN WITH NO HAIR RESTRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAT OR HAIR RESTRAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Violation #42
MAJOR
Violation Details
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEE ON THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN WITH NO HAIR RESTRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAT OR HAIR RESTRAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Unwashed produce can harbor pathogens and chemical residues.
Food Code Requirement
Raw fruits and vegetables must be washed before use.
Specific Requirements
Wash thoroughly under running water; Before cutting, combining, cooking, or serving; Remove soil and contaminants.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-302.15
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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