POTSTICKER HOUSE INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. FOUND NO HANDSOAP OR HANDTOWELS AT EXPOSED HANDSINKS IN KITCHEN AND REAR PREP AREA AS REQUIRED FOR HANDWASHING; MUST MAINTAIN AT BOTH HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

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. EVIDENCE OF MICE BEHIND COUNTER IN DINING AREA ON LOWER SHELF, ALSO BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNIT ON FLOOR ACROSS FROM BEVERAGE STATION. MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS FROM AREAS OBSERVED.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREVIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED FROM JAN. 2009. THE FOLLOWING NOTED AT THIS TIME: MUST CLEAN INTERIORS OF PREP COOLERS WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOODED AREAS TO REMOVE GREASE.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER FRYERS, CORNER AREAS BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE.

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.

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. PREVIOUS VIOLATION FROM JAN 2009 CORRECTED. THE FOLLOWING NOTED AT THIS TIME: MUST REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS AND OTHER AREAS, REPLACE COVING ALONG WALLBASE IN REAR KITCHEN WHERE NEEDED, SEAL AREAS ALONG WALLBASE IN BASEMENT ONCE FINISHED. (FLOODING OCCURRED IN BASEMENT AND REPAIRS WERE MADE TO FLOOR AND WALLS; NO FOOD STORED THERE).

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREVIOUS VIOLATION FROM JAN. 2009 CORRECTED. THE FOLLOWING OBSERVED: THREE COMP SINK IN DINING AREA BEHIND COUNTER WAS REMOVED ACCORDING TO MANAGER. SINK WAS PLACED IN BEVERAGE SERVING AREA, ALL PIPING CONNECTED BUT NO RUNNING WATER TO SINK AT THIS TIME; PROVIDE. MANAGER STATES THAT FRONT COUNTER WHERE SINK WAS REMOVED WILL BE REMOVED ALSO.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: UNABLE TO LOCATE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS; MUST PROVIDE AND/OR MAKE CONSPICUOUS.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: UNABLE TO LOCATE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS; MUST PROVIDE AND/OR MAKE CONSPICUOUS.

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.