NORTH STAR RESTAURANT, INC. 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: FOUND EVIDENCE OF RAT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR AREA OF THE BASEMENT, OVER 3O TOTAL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. INFORM THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #160336 DATED 5/12/09. #41-ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUGHOUT THE REAR BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS.

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: MUST PROVIDE LABEL/NAME OF THE PRODUCT ON ALL FOOD CONTAINERS THAT IS NOT THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER .

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: RUBBER GASKET ON ONE OF THE DOOR OF THE 2 DOOR COOLER RIPPED OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST PROVIDE 2 SINK DRAIN COVER FOR THE 3 COMPT SINK. MISSING ON THE 1ST AND 3RD COMPT SINK.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FAN COVER INSIDE THE PEPSI COOLER WITH DUST ACCUMULATED, FILTER BY THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILT UP, AND CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE BOTH WASHROOM WITH ACCUMULATED DUST, INSTRUCTED TO 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: FAN COVER INSIDE THE PEPSI COOLER WITH DUST ACCUMULATED, FILTER BY THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILT UP, AND CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE BOTH WASHROOM WITH ACCUMULATED DUST, INSTRUCTED TO 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.