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PRIMO'S CHICAGO PIZZA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PRIMO'S CHICAGO PIZZA (AKA: PRIMOS PIZZA) 816 W VAN BUREN ST, CHICAGO 60607 Restaurant
May 2, 2018 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2535057
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER IN THE MENS OR WOMEN TOILET ROOMS. STAFF MUST WASH HANDS IN EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA UNTIL HOT WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 BUSINESS WAS GIVEN TWO DAYS TO CORRECT, VIOLATION STILL EXISTS.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL ALL FOOD CONTAINERS (FLOUR) WHEN FOODS HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM IT'S ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER ON WEST WALL IN PREP 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF ALL PREP COOLERS, MICROWAVE OVEN, LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLES, AND MOUNTED CAN OPENER, IN PREP AREA. ALSO, CLEAN EXCESSIVE DIRT AND DEBRIS FROM WINDOW SILL BEHIND THE OVEN.
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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT (CORNERS), DRY STORAGE AND IN REAR HALLWAY LEADING TO TOILET ROOMS.
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: MUST REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR HALLWAY, CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING VENTS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN REAR.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN REAR.
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.

Health Department Information

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