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PAPA T'S ITALIANO Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PAPA T'S ITALIANO 2843 - 2847 W 63RD ST, CHICAGO 60629 Restaurant
August 30, 2023 Canvass License #1166821
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED, APPROX 1/2 INCH GAPS AROUND OVERHEAD REAR DOORS AND VENTS LEADING TO OUTSIDE. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING.
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: WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN 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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INTERIOR OF PIZZA COOLER INCLUDING RUBBER GASKETS, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: LEAK UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME
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: FLOORS IN ALL OF THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND ALL SINKS, HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS WITH DIRT, FOOD AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE FOOD PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS WITH FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND ALL SINKS, COOLER AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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 #57
MINOR
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING.
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
Violation #58
MAJOR
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: SEE 60
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.
Violation #58
MAJOR
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED - Comments: SEE 60
Inadequate allergen knowledge can cause life-threatening allergic reactions.
Food allergen training required for certified managers.
Certified managers must complete allergen training; Staff must understand major allergens; Prevent cross-contact; Respond to customer inquiries.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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