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OVER RICE'N BREAD, CORP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

OVER RICE'N BREAD, CORP (AKA: OVER RICE'N BREAD) 3435 N SHEFFIELD AVE, CHICAGO 60657 Restaurant
October 25, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2451495
14
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
10
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

14
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: THE ONLY HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT FOOD PREPARATION NOT ACCESSIBLE DUE TO NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT SAID SINK. HOT WATER WAS TURNED OFF FROM PIPE AT VALVE WATER SUPPLY. EMPLOYEES ARE PRESENTLY PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD TO CUSTOMERS.OWNER STATED "PIPE LEAKS".HOT WATER MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HAND WASHING AND MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND THE POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD ( EGGS, HAMBURGERS ) MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND SUCH ITEMS IN WRITTEN FORM ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED.OBSERVED BROKEN MESH AT SCREEN DOOR AT REAR EXIT.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #41
MAJOR
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: PREP WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #44
MINOR
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED CLEAN UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED HANGING ABOVE HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN LOCATION.
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: COUNTER TOP AT FRONT AREA NOT PROPERLY SEALED,INSTRUCTED TO RE-SEAL. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE ALUMINUM FOIL OR CARD BOARDS AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN. SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE THE DEEP FRYER,INSIDE THE OVENS, ON PIPES BIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ,MENTIONED EQUIPMENT AND PIPES
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: TWO WASHROOMS "ALL GENDER" LOCATED AT SECOND FLOOR FOR CUSTOMERS MUST PROVIDE LIDS AT RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE WASHROOMS.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MOP SINK NOT MAINTAINED,IS COVERED WITH CUTTING BOARD,EMPTY PLASTIC CONTAINERS, AND CONTAINERS.NO RUNNING WATER. NOT ABLE TO USE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MENTIONED ITEMS,AND PROVIDE RUNNING WATER AT SAID SINK
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: BROKEN FLOOR TILES UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,NOT CLEANABLE STANDING WATER.REPLACE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE,NON-POROUS MATERIAL
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: WALLS BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,SHELVES AND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESS GRIME.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 #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS SUCH AS SHOES IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM/SHELVES. MUST PROVIDE A DESIGNATED EMPLOYEE STORAGE/LOCKERS AREA FOR PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
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: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS SUCH AS SHOES IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM/SHELVES. MUST PROVIDE A DESIGNATED EMPLOYEE STORAGE/LOCKERS AREA FOR PERSONAL BELONGINGS.
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.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
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