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ROTI MEDITERRANEAN GRILL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ROTI MEDITERRANEAN GRILL (AKA: ROTI) 33 N DEARBORN ST, CHICAGO 60602 Restaurant
January 5, 2024 Canvass License #2059986
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE FOR HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN REAR PREP AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED - Comments: FOUND A PACKAGE OF GARLIC ROTI SAUCE SUBMERGED IN WATER WITH NO RUNNING WATER, THAWING IN THE 1-COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TCS FOODS MUST BE THAWED ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE, SUCH AS UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS 41F OR BELOW OR UNDER RUNNING WATER (70F OR BELOW).
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED TWO DEAD ROACHES IN THE DISHWASHING AREA NEAR THE GREASE TRAP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD INSECTS.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLED GREASE ON THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND WET FOOD SPILLS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SPILLED GREASE ON THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND WET FOOD SPILLS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections