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SHRIMPS FISH AND CHICKEN/TONY'S PHILLY STEAK Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SHRIMPS FISH AND CHICKEN/TONY'S PHILLY STEAK 8151-8153 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, CHICAGO 60619 Restaurant
August 27, 2021 Short Form Complaint License #2528077
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN GASKET SEAL ON THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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: REMOVE CARBOARD FROM ALL SHELVING UNITS IN REAR STORAGE UNDER THE OIL CONTAINERS.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SODA CRATES BEING USED TO ELEVATE FROZEN ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR IN THE FREEZER, OBSERVED RAW WOOD BEING USED AS A SHELF IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE SHELVING.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT CURVE IN DRAIN PIPE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CARBOARD ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT ON HOT LINE SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FOR EASE OF CLEANING AND SANITIZING.
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 EQUIPMENT NOT BEING USED IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING HARBORING OF PEST AND INSECTS.
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 EQUIPMENT NOT BEING USED IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL CLUTTER AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING HARBORING OF PEST AND INSECTS.
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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