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PIZZERIA AROMA Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PIZZERIA AROMA 5350 N BROADWAY, CHICAGO 60640 Restaurant
August 13, 2021 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2608589
11
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

11
Violation #40
MINOR
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: 2-402.11 OBSERVED ONE EMPLOYEE WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-202.15 CAN OPENER BLADE WITH GRIME ON IT, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.17 OBSERVED WOOD PREP TABLE NEEDS TO BE REFINISHED SO THAT IT IS SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-201.11 BROKEN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE MIDDLE DOOR OF THREE-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER ACROSS FROM COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPAIR/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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B) MUST NOT USE ALUMINUM FOIL AS LINER FOR COOKING EQUIPMENT OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR COOLER SHELVING. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 SOME PLASTIC WHITE COVER FOR DOUGH BROKEN, REPLACE.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.1 NO COVER AT RECEPTACLES INSIDE STAFF WASHROOM,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 6-501.19 NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT STAFF WASHROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.116 OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH GRIMES/OIL ON TOP OF THE RECEPTACLES. MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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: 4-202.18 OBSERVED ONE BURNER UNITIN USE NOT UNDER THE HOOD/VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE UNDER THE HOOD OR REMOVE UNIT.
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: 4-202.18 OBSERVED ONE BURNER UNITIN USE NOT UNDER THE HOOD/VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE UNDER THE HOOD OR REMOVE UNIT.
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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