PIZZA CAPRI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK AT PIZZA PREP AREA SIDE OF KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK IN SAID AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED - Comments: OBSERVED COOKED PASTA IN OPENED TRAY STORED ON SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER CASES OF PRODUCES. FOOD MUST BE PROPERLY PROTECTED. UPON MY REQUEST FOOD WAS COVERED AND RELOCATED PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. COS

Improper storage allows contamination from dripping, pests, and cross-contamination between foods.

Food must be protected from contamination during storage and display.

Store 6 inches off floor; Cover all food; Separate raw from ready-to-eat; Proper storage order; Protect from overhead contamination; Use sneeze guards.

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION - Comments: OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED(DICED TOMATOES,COOKED PASTA AND MARINATE CHICKEN) IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON ALL TCS FOODS AND READY TO EAT FOODS. MANAGER/CHEF PROVIDED EXPIRATION DATE ON MENTIONED PRODUCTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005.

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.

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: MUST INDICATE ON MENU "COOK TO ORDER" PHRASE FOR HAMBURGERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005

Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.

Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY HOOKS USE TO HANG CLEAN UTENSIL HANGING FROM CEILING ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ARE RUSTY AND WITH PEELED PAINT, NOT SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID HOOKS. PROVIDE NON-RUST/GALVANIZED MATERIAL WITH CLEAN AND SMOOTH SURFACE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: ICE BUILD-UP AT CONDENSER UNIT INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. NO FOOD STORED UNDER THE UNIT.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS NOR FOR SHELF LINE BROKEN/CRACKED PLASTIC CONTAINER USED FOR FOOD MUST BE DISCARDED AND REPLACED REPLACE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS.PROVIDED RAISED SHELVE 6" OFF THE FLOOR

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NOTED USED LARGE POTS ON SITE ON TOP THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A PROCEDURE FOR PROPER WASHING AND SANITIZING OF EQUIPMENT OR REMOVE SAID UTENSILS -

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE PROVIDED AT ICE MACHINE WATER LINE,IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BROKEN COLD WATER HANDLE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT MUST BE REPLACED.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: FOUL ODOR COMING FROM GREASE TRAP IN BASEMENT AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNIT

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: LIDS IS NEEDED AT RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE WASHROOMS

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: WASTE OIL CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED,EXCESS GREASE ON TOP THE LID. CLEAN, MAINTAIN OR REPLACE LID

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN. TILES UNDER THE HOT HOLDING WATER UNIT BY THE HANDWASHING SINK WAS REPLACE WITH A CUTTING BOARD WITH ROUGH SURFACE NOT ABLE TO CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FLOOR TILES/CEMENT WITH A SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. BROKEN OR MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER THE HOT HOLDING WATER PASTA UNIT.REPAIR SAID WALLS. BROKEN CEILING TILES IN PIZZA PREP AREA,PIECES OF WOOD HOLDING SAID TILES,REPLACE, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. BROKEN AND UNEVEN COMPRESSED WOOD SHEET UNDER THE STAIRCASE ABOVE THE DELIVERED FOOD(PASTA,ETC) MUST BE REPLACED. BROKEN CEILING TILES ABOVE THE DOUGH MIXER IN BASEMENT MUST REPLACED OR RELOCATE UNIT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN. TILES UNDER THE HOT HOLDING WATER UNIT BY THE HANDWASHING SINK WAS REPLACE WITH A CUTTING BOARD WITH ROUGH SURFACE NOT ABLE TO CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FLOOR TILES/CEMENT WITH A SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. BROKEN OR MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER THE HOT HOLDING WATER PASTA UNIT.REPAIR SAID WALLS. BROKEN CEILING TILES IN PIZZA PREP AREA,PIECES OF WOOD HOLDING SAID TILES,REPLACE, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. BROKEN AND UNEVEN COMPRESSED WOOD SHEET UNDER THE STAIRCASE ABOVE THE DELIVERED FOOD(PASTA,ETC) MUST BE REPLACED. BROKEN CEILING TILES ABOVE THE DOUGH MIXER IN BASEMENT MUST REPLACED OR RELOCATE UNIT.

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.