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ROCKY PANCAKE HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ROCKY PANCAKE HOUSE 2948 E 83RD ST, CHICAGO 60617 Restaurant
May 12, 2025 Canvass License #2299323
9
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FRONT DOOR IN NEED OF CLOSING TO PROTECT AREA FROM FLYING INSPECTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLOSE DOOR AND MAINTAIN CLOSE AT ALL TIMES.
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.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: ALL RUBBER GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING OR REPLACING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #41
MAJOR
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #43
MINOR
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ALL MULTI USE UNTILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER NOT IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND CUTTING AREAS. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AT BLADE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: ALL PREP TABLES AND TABLE LEGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL D=FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN
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.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: AREA AROUND DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER IN NEED OF WEED GROWTH REMOVAL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL WEEDS AND MAINTAIN
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: AREA AROUND DUMPSTER AND GREASE CONTAINER IN NEED OF WEED GROWTH REMOVAL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL WEEDS AND MAINTAIN
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

Health Department Information

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