FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
RED & WHITE WINES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 8, 2024
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License #2457409
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ORIGINAL, VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN CERTIFIED MANAGER PRESENT ON-SITE WHILE HANDLING, PREPARING, OR SERVING TCS FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK MISSING FROM BAR AREA, HANDWASHING SINK LISTED AS PRESENT IN THIS AREA IN FACILITY. 1-COMPARTMENT SINK PRESENT IN BAR AREA WITH NO HOT WATER HOOK UP/MISSING ANY PLUMBING ALLOWING FOR HOT WATER SUPPLY. PERSON-IN-CHARGE STATES 1-COMPARTMENT SINK IS USED AS A DUMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL/PROVIDE HANDWASHING SINK FOR THIS AREA WITH ADEQUATE HOT AND COLD WATER SUPPLY AS WAS PRESENT AND REQUIRED WHEN FACILITY WAS LICENSED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS: MAIN KITCHEN AREA, EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED THE SMALL BAR AREA LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FACILITY MANAGER AWARE OF ISSUE AND PLACED SIGNAGE NOTIFYING EMPLOYEES THAT MACHINE IS OUT OF ORDER PRIOR TO INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED CEASE USE OF DISH MACHINE AND REPAIR OR REPLACE BAR AREA LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION AS REQUIRED BY LAW AND MAINTAIN. TAGGED MACHINE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WITH INFORMATION TO CONTACT CDPH FOR RE-INSPECTION AFTER MACHINE IS REPAIRED OR REPLACED AND PRIOR TO USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED THE SMALL BAR AREA LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FACILITY MANAGER AWARE OF ISSUE AND PLACED SIGNAGE NOTIFYING EMPLOYEES THAT MACHINE IS OUT OF ORDER PRIOR TO INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED CEASE USE OF DISH MACHINE AND REPAIR OR REPLACE BAR AREA LOW-TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION AS REQUIRED BY LAW AND MAINTAIN. TAGGED MACHINE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WITH INFORMATION TO CONTACT CDPH FOR RE-INSPECTION AFTER MACHINE IS REPAIRED OR REPLACED AND PRIOR TO USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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