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

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE FACILITY MISSING EMPLOYEE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL THE HANDWASHING SINKS ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND THE FRONT SLUSHY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL HANDWASHING SINKS WITH SOAP AT AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND THE FRONT SLUSHY PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PROBE STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD (FISH) TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED 3-5 DRY FOOD (FLOUR, WHITE FLOUR, SUAGAR, LEMON PEPPER) STORAGE CONTAINERS LOCATED AT THE FRONT SLUSHY STATION/ SERVICE AREA AND THE REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY LABELED INSTURCTED TO LABEL ALL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS AND THREE LIVE ROACHES ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION. THE LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS WERE OBSERVED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: INSIDE THE YELLOW FLOUR STORAGE BIN STORED IN THE REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA, IN THE DISHWASHING AREA, IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.THE THREE ROACHES WERE OBSERVED ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BLACK, NON-SLIP MATS WHICH WERE STORED IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM, AND IN THE WHITE SHELVING UNIT WHERE A BULK OF CAN SODA IS STORED, AT THE FRONT SERVICE/ SLUSHY AREA. THE CONTAMINATED FLOUR WAS DISCARDED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY PRIOR TO BEING RE-INSPECTED. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED SCOOPS, LADELS, AND METAL RAMINKINS IMPROPERLY STORED IN ALL THE DRY FOOD STORAGE BINS ON SITE WITH THE HANDLES MAKING CONTACT WITH THE DRY FOOD INGREDIENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL EQUIPMENT IN THE STORAGE CONTAINERS 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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD FLOOR STORAGE SHELF WITH WHEELS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT. JUICE WAS STORED ON THE SAID SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL RAW WOOD, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN SAID EQUIPMENT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH FOOD (GYRO MEAT), DEBRIS, AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD CLOSEST TO THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID VENTILATION HOOD AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD CLOSEST TO THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID VENTILATION HOOD AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.