FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SHERATON CHICAGO HOTEL & TOWER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
SHERATON CHICAGO HOTEL & TOWER
(AKA: SHULA'S STEAK HOUSE)
301 E NORTH WATER ST, CHICAGO 60611
Restaurant
February 7, 2013
Canvass
License #23327
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES AT THE CEILING AND WALLS OF THE PREP AREA AND BAR AREA. APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THESE AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED 1 LIVE COCKROACH CRAWLING ACROSS THE FRONT OF THE ICE MACHINE. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE CREAM FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. DETAIL CLEAN THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA. MUST SEAL THE EPOXY FLOORING AROUND THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE BAR SO THAT WATER DOES NOT COLLECT UNDER THE FLOORING.
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: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. DETAIL CLEAN THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA. MUST SEAL THE EPOXY FLOORING AROUND THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE BAR SO THAT WATER DOES NOT COLLECT UNDER THE FLOORING.
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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