ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE 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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILINGS NEAR REAR DOOR,HALLWAY WHERE DISHES ARE STORED,REAR PREP AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/25/16.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

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.

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW.A NEW SUMMARY REPORT WILL BE GIVEN TO POST.MUST BE POSTED AND DISPLAYED AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)

Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.

Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.

Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM DISH STORAGE SHELVES,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE EXTERIOR TRIM ON WALK IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR,TORN BOOTH SEATS IN DINING AREA,INTERIOR TRIM OF ICE MACHINE.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM ROLLING CART.GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLE AND CAN OPENER IN REAR PREP AREA,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FAN GUARD COVERS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,DISH WASHING AREA,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN DINING AREA UNDER WAIT STATION AREA.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WATER DAMAGED WALL IN DINING AREA,MISSING AND LOOSE WALL BASES IN REAR WAIT STATION AREA,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR & MOLDED WALLS .IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN DISH WASHING AREA NEAR DISH MACHINE AND FILTERS AT HOOD.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WATER DAMAGED WALL IN DINING AREA,MISSING AND LOOSE WALL BASES IN REAR WAIT STATION AREA,CEILING IN POOR REPAIR & MOLDED WALLS .IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN DISH WASHING AREA NEAR DISH MACHINE AND FILTERS AT HOOD.

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.