SILVER'S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BROWN, BLACK, AND YELLOW DISCOLORATION IN THE UPPER COMPARTMENT ON THE WATER LINE, ICE CHUTE, AND THE HOSE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE UNIT SERVICED/DETAIL CLEANED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 DROPPINGS IN THE REAR HALLWAY BEHIND THE STORAGE CRATES, APPROXIMATELY 20 DROPPINGS IN THE CORNER UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, AND APPROXIMATELY 10 DROPPINGS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED ONE DEAD ROACH IN THE CORNER OF THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND SANITIZE THE INFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO STORE RAW FOODS UNDER READY TO EAT FOODS IN THE REFRIGERATION UNITS ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: OBSERVED MEAT STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE DEEP FREEZERS, 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER, AND THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS TO PROPERLY STORE MEATS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED ICICLES AND FROST BUILDUP ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DRIED GREASE DRIPPAGE AND GREASE ACCUMULATION ALONG THE HOODVENT AND PIPES ABOVE THE HOODVENT. INSRTUCTED TO HAVE UNIT SERVICED AND MAINTAIN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP ON THE FRONT, SIDES, AND UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, ON THE SIDE OF THE COCA COLA COOLER, AND THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO SCRAPE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE WOMEN'S CUSTOMER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER DAMAGED TILES AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE URINAL IN THE MEN'S CUSTOMER BATHROOM OUT OF SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE URINAL AND TO CONTINUE USING THE TOILET IN THE STALL UNTIL THE URINAL IS REPAIRED. FOUND DUST AND DEBRIS IN THE CEILING VENT ABOVE THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING VENT AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND THE URINAL IN THE MEN'S CUSTOMER BATHROOM OUT OF SERVICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE URINAL AND TO CONTINUE USING THE TOILET IN THE STALL UNTIL THE URINAL IS REPAIRED. FOUND DUST AND DEBRIS IN THE CEILING VENT ABOVE THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING VENT AND MAINTAIN.

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.