PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NORTHSIDE GRILL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 6, 2022
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License #2404396
9
Total Violations
1
Major
8
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
9
Violation #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED A DRY FOOD CONTAINER WITHOUT A LABEL WITH THE FOOD ITEM'S COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS THAT'S NOT IN ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED TWO FOOD HANDLERS WITH OUT ANY EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURE ALL FOOD HANDLERS HAVE EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT AND DAMAGED WOODEN SHELVES ABOVE THE TWO-COMPARTMENT SINK AND THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED REPAINT, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL WOODEN SHELVING UNITS SO THAT THEY'RE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AND HOLES ALONG THE WALL BASES IN THE ELECTRICAL BOX STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND HOLES AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE INTERIOR OF THE EQUIPMENT, FLAT TOP GRILL, AND INTERIOR SHELVES IN COCA-COLA REFRIGERATOR IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOPS IN MOP SINK BASE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HOOK UP SYSTEM FOR MOPS.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS, DUST, AND DIRT ON WALLS AND ON FLOORS IN THE FURNACE ROOM/ ELECTRICAL ROOM, AND THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED TWO BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND A DAMAGED PROTECTIVE SHIELD ABOVE THE MILK SHAKE MACHINE IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE, AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED TWO BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND A DAMAGED PROTECTIVE SHIELD ABOVE THE MILK SHAKE MACHINE IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE, AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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