PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
RED LOBSTER #0277 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 3, 2015
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License #2333153
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE AT BAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CRACKED DRY STORAGE CONTAINER LID. REPLACE SAME. REPLACE WORN CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE AT WALL AND TOP BASE OF EXPOSED HANDSINK ACROSS FROM WAIT/SERVICE LINE IN PREP AREA. DOOR HANDLER OF WALK-IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR, NOT TIGHT FITTING ON DOOR. REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR NOT DRY, STANDING WATER AREA NOTED IN DISHMACHINE AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTD TO MAINTAIN FLOOR CLEAN AND DRY, FREE OF WATER. FLOOR DRAIN UNDER WAIT STATION AT LEFT OF BAR NOT MAINTED, EXCESSIVE RUST, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR NOT DRY, STANDING WATER AREA NOTED IN DISHMACHINE AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTD TO MAINTAIN FLOOR CLEAN AND DRY, FREE OF WATER. FLOOR DRAIN UNDER WAIT STATION AT LEFT OF BAR NOT MAINTED, EXCESSIVE RUST, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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