FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
NUTS ON CLARK T5 O'HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
NUTS ON CLARK T5 O'HARE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, INC
(AKA: NUTS ON CLARK (T5 ARRIVAL))
11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666
Restaurant
December 28, 2022
Canvass
License #2517018
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: MUST SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS LEADING TO PEST CONTROL PROBLEM. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO MAKE SURE PEST ARE NOT ENTERING THROUGH WALL IN DISREPAIR IN HALLWAY BEHIND FACILITY.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS IN RIGHT CORNER UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ON LOWER DRY STORAGE SHELVES NEAR DISHWASHING AREA. OBSERVED OVER 100 DROPPINGS IN HALLWAY LEADING BEHIND FACILITY. REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED VENT ABOVE POPCORN POPPER WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENT ABOVE POPCORN POPPER.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE POPCORN POPPER IN FRONT SERVICE AREA IN NEED OF WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR CLEAN IN PLACE EQUIPMENT.
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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE IN ORDER TO DETERMINE THE CORRECT AMMOUNT OF CHLORINE TO ADD TO SANITIZER SOLUTION. MUST PROVIDE TEST STRIPS ON SITE AND MUST UTILIZE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO PROPELRY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE AT ALL TIMES. PRIOIRTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS UNCLEAN : UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN HALLWAY THAT LEADS BEHIND FACILITY. CLEAN ADN MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS.
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 FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS UNCLEAN : UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN HALLWAY THAT LEADS BEHIND FACILITY. CLEAN ADN MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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