FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
OMNI CHICAGO HOTEL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
OMNI CHICAGO HOTEL
(AKA: 676 RESTAURANT/MAIN KITCHEN)
674-678 N MICHIGAN AVE, CHICAGO 60611
Restaurant
August 15, 2016
Canvass
License #33152
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: OBSERVED PINK/BLACK SLIME AND DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINES UPPER PORTIONS ALSO OBSERVED READY TO EAT FOODS (PASTRIES, EGGS, SAUSAGE, ETC.) NOT PROTECTED WHILE IN SERVICE, NO SNEEZE GUARDS OR PROTECTIVE BARRIER AT SELF SERVICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES AND PROVIDE SNEEZE GUARDS/PROTECTIVE BARRIERS FOR ALL READY TO EAT FOODS AT SELF SERVICE AREAS. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINES VOUNTARILLY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREP AREA REACH IN COOLER (JAM COOLER) DOOR RUBBER GASKET RIPPED. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR RUBBER GASKET.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA CEILING LIGHT COVERS. MUST CLEAN CEILING LIGHT COVERS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON PREP AREA CEILING LIGHT COVERS. MUST CLEAN CEILING LIGHT COVERS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection