PROHIBITION TOTAL HOLISTIC CAFE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE WASHBOWLS IN THE TOILET ROOMS AND THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEANING AGENT FOR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK ON SITE FOR CLEANING DISHWARE. INSTRUCTED THE FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A FOOD GRADE APPROPRIATE CLEANING AGENT TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE DISHWARE, UTENSILS, AND FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROBE STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A BIG OPENING AT THE BOTTOM AND RIGHT LOWER SIDE OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND A SMALL OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT-PROOF MENTIONED DOORS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR ON THE INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER (USED FOR STORAGE ONLY).INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO IDPH LICENSE NUMBER FOR THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY THAT WILL BE SERVICING THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C), NO CITATION ISSUED

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS FOR THE SANITIZER BEING USED FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS APPLICABLE TO MONITOR THE SANITIZER BEING USED TO SANITIZE DISHWASHARE ON SITE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE CABINET UNDER THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE TOILET ROOM NEXT TO THE MOP SINK CLOSET WITH A WOOD LIKE RESIDUE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE DRAIN VALVE OF THE EXPRESSO MACHINE AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA INSTALLED DIRECTLY INTO THE FLOOR DRAIN OF A PLUMBING FIXTURE IN THE FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE OR AN AIR GAP ON THE MENTIONED VALVE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION NOT ISSUED

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: OBSERVED THE GREASE TRAP UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING WHEN THE WATER IS RUNNING. THE WATER PROFUSELY LEAKING FROM THE GREASE TRAP AND POOLING ONTO THE PREP AREA FLOOR. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE MUST REPAIR SINK AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), NO CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE STORAGE CLOSET AT THE REAR WITH ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE MENTIONED CLOSET AND ELEVATE ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.

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 THE STORAGE CLOSET AT THE REAR WITH ITEMS ON THE FLOOR AND CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE MENTIONED CLOSET AND ELEVATE ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.

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.