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PICCOLO SOGNO Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PICCOLO SOGNO 462-464 N HALSTED ST, CHICAGO 60642 Restaurant
September 14, 2017 Canvass License #1899278
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: THE LABELS ON THE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ARE FADED AND HARDLY VISIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO RE-IMAGE LABELS TO PROVIDE A CLEAR INDICATION OF WHATS IN THE BULK FOOD 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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP GROOVES USED TO SLICE BREAD IN THE PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE THE HANDLES ON THE TOPS OF THE COLD-HOLDING REFRIGERATION UNIT ON THE SALAD LINE THAT IS BEING HELD UP BY WIRE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MISSING END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST INSTALL END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE TO PROTECT LIGHT FIXTURE AT ALL TIMES.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MISSING END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST INSTALL END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE TO PROTECT LIGHT FIXTURE AT ALL TIMES.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections