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POPEYES CHICKEN/INDIAN SWAAD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POPEYES CHICKEN/INDIAN SWAAD 500 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO 60661 Restaurant
April 12, 2012 Canvass License #40155
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED 12 DRAIN FLIES IN REAR PREP AREA ON CEILING TILE PANELS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ABOVE MENTIONED AREAS. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL PROVIDE SERVICE PRIOR TO 4/19/12. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUES 7-38-020 H000076810 15 COURT DATE 5/31/2012 AT 1100AM RM 112 AT 400 W SUPERIOR CHGO,IL.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR DOOR AND BOTTOM PORTION OF ALL FRYERS TO BE FREE OF GREASE BUILD-UP.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDERS FRYERS TO REMOVE EXCESS GREASE BUILD UP AT ALL CORNERS.ALSO MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FLOOR DRAINS ON PREMISES.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS AT REAR CHICKEN PREP AREA TO REMOVE DRIED UP SAUCE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS AT REAR CHICKEN PREP AREA TO REMOVE DRIED UP SAUCE AND FOOD DEBRIS.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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