PIZZA CAPRI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN 1ST FL. PREP AREAS,CASHIER AREA,DISH WASHING AREA,BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR SODA STORAGE AREA,1ST FL. WAIT STATION AREA.ADJACENT DOOR TO BUSINESS IN DISH WASHING AREA AND REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED.EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRI IN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS AND CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/16/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1386204 6/15/15 NOT CORRECTED #30-MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.#31-MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.#32-MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,WORN CUTTING BOARDS.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.#33-MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARDS,GRILL TABLES.#34- MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR.#35- MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT.#40-MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL PREP COOLERS.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH REQUIRED INFO GIVEN.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM GLASS WINDOW ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN 1ST FL. PREP AREA,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,UNUSED PREP COOLER IN BASEMENT,DOUGH BINS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA.MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA,HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CAULKING AT WINDOW IN BETWEEN BOTH PREP AREAS,MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL BASES & WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA & MIDDLE PREP AREA NEAR OVEN,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN BASEMENT.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.

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.