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PARSON'S CHICKEN & FISH Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PARSON'S CHICKEN & FISH 2946-2952 W ARMITAGE AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Restaurant
September 24, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2234115
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #23
CRITICAL
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARK ON TCS FOODS IN THE COOLER FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PROVIDE A DATE MARK ON ALL TCS FOODS KEPT IN THE COOLER MORE THAN 24 HOURS.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
Inadequate reheating fails to kill bacteria that grew during storage.
Foods must be reheated to 165°F within 2 hours.
Reheat to 165°F within 2 hours; Use proper equipment (not hot holding units); Discard if not reaching temperature in time.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR PATIO DOORS TO HAVE A GAP. PROVIDE WEATHER STRIP ON REAR PATIO DOORS.
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: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED ON CUTTING BOARDS, COUNTERS AND ETC. STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN A PROPERLY CONCENTRATED SANITIZED BUCKET.
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: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON THE WALLS, FANS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS, FANS IN BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS..
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 #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: Violation Codes: 5-501.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SOME FOOD SPLASH AND DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN THE DUMPSTER AREA. MUST MAINTAIN THE DUMPSTER AREA.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD AND FRYERS TO BE SOILED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD AND FRYERS ON PREMISE.
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: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED VENTILATION HOOD AND FRYERS TO BE SOILED. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD AND FRYERS ON PREMISE.
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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