RENALDI'S PIZZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN THE PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED 3 GLASS DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH AN INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 44.9F. THE UNIT WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR ISNPECTION BY CDPH. MUST MAINTAIN BELOW 40F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING INSIDE OF THE GLASS DOOR PREP COOLER: LASAGNA AT 47.3F, HAMBURGERS AT 46.5F, HEAVY CREAM AT 45.5F, CUT MELON AT 45.1F, COOKED PASTA AT 50.9F, MEATBALLS AT 56.8F, ITALIAN SAUSAGE AT 56.1F, MOZZARELLA CHEESE AT 53.9F, SOFT BOILED EGGS AT 55.2F, STEAKS AT 50.1F, RAW CHICKEN AT 56.3F. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS INSIDE OF THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER: COOKED ROAST BEEF AT 44.2F, EGGS AT 45F, HEAVY CREAM AT 45.5F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNATRILY DISCARDED 50# OF FOOD WORTH $400. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION OBSERVED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD AND SLIME BUILDUP ON INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT REQUIRED TO REMOVE ICE FROM MACHINE AND ALL ICE BINS AND USED BAGGED ICE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION BY CDPH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.

Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.

Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.

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. OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES BEHIND BOTH BARS, IN REAR AREA OF BAR AND FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ELEVATOR ROOM AND LIQUOR STORAGE CLOSET. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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 IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL AND DATE PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR THE HOLES IN THE SCREEN DOOR AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER, EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT, EXTERIOR OF SOAP DISPENSERS IN THE PREP AREAS, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE PIZZA OVENS, MICROWAVE AND VENTILATION HOOD IN REAR PREP AREA, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE 3 GLASS DOOR PREP COOLER.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REPAIR THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA SO THAT THERE ARE NO OPENINGS BETWEEN THE FLOOR AND WALL. REGROUT TILES WHERE NEEDED. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER.

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. SEAL THE OPENING IN THE WALL NEXT TO THE PIZZA PREP COOLER. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE REAR PREP AREA. REGLUE THE BASEBOARD TILE THAT HAS DETACHED FROM THE REAR PREP AREA WALL. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL AROUND THE BASEMENT EXPOSED HANDSINK. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. SEAL THE WALL OPENING OUTSIDE OF THE LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE END CAPS FOR THE LIGHTING IN THE REAR PREP AREA.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. VENTILATION FAN FOR THE BASEMENT WOMEN'S RESTROOM NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. VENTILATION FAN FOR THE BASEMENT WOMEN'S RESTROOM NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.