PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
PARSON'S CHICKEN & FISH Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 15, 2021
Complaint
License #2234115
7
Total Violations
5
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED - Comments: OBSERVED CHEF ON SANDWICH PREP STATION PREPARING COOKED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH BARE HANDS.INSTRUCTED TO USE GLOVES WHEN PREPARING READY TO EAT FOODS. PRIORITY. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #14
CRITICAL
Violation Details
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION - Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE LABELEING OF SHELLSTOCK TAGS. INFORMED MANAGER DATE OF LAST SOLD SHELLSTOCK SHOULD BE WRITTEN ON SHELLTAG AND MAINTAINED FOR 90 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN OUTDOOR BAR NOT SANITIZING GLASSWARE. DISH MACHINE MUST MAINTAIN PROPER SANITIZING CONCENTRATION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. DISH MACHINE TAGGED FOR RE-INSPECTION.
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 #28
CRITICAL
Violation Details
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SANITIZER SPRAY BOTTLES THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITHOUT LABELS. ALL CHEMICAL SANITIZER MUST BE LABELED IF NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-015. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Specific Requirements
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-401.11
Violation #28
CRITICAL
Violation Details
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SANITIZING SOLUTION DISPENSER ADJACENT TO MAIN KITCHEN DISH MACHINE DISPENSING ABOVE 400PPM. INSTRUCTED TO DILUTE SOLUTION TO MAINTAIN RANGE 0F 150-400PPM PER MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTION. OPERATOR INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT SERVICE COMPANY AND RECALIBRATE SOLUTION TO MANUFACTURE SPECIFICATIONS. PRIORITY. 7-38-015. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Specific Requirements
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-401.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN NEAR DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAIN NEAR DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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