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OCEAN WAVE SOUL & SEAFOOD Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

OCEAN WAVE SOUL & SEAFOOD 8655 S JEFFERY BLVD, CHICAGO 60617 Restaurant
March 30, 2022 License License #2840321
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED DOOR GASKETS ON REACH IN PREP COOLER SEVERELY DETERIORATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED CONSTANT DRIP AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET FIXTURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS AROUND FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED TWO BURNED OUT BULBS UNDERNEATH VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED TWO BURNED OUT BULBS UNDERNEATH VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections