SILVER'S SEAFOOD RESTAURANT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND EVIDENCE OF ROACHES AND MICE DROPPINGS UNDER THE BIG 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. APPROXIMATELY OVER 10 DROPPINGS, BEHIND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE OVER 20 TOTAL DROPPINGS. AND EVIDENCE OF LIVE SIX ROACHES GLUED TO THE GLUE TRAP IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ROACHES, REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND SANITIZE. INFORMED THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY. 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: OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN IN THE WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY DATE MARKED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS ONCE THEY ARE COOKED AND THEN COLD HELD.

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.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL ALL DRY FOOD CONTAINERS .

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: ALL CLEAN POTS,PANS, TRAYS, FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE STORED UPSIDE DOWN/INVERTED TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

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: FOUND ESTABLISHMENT USING GROCERY BAG TO STORE FOOD INSIDE THE COOLER AND FREEZER. MUST MUST REPLACE GROCERY BAG WITH US FOOD GRADE BAG. PROVIDE OR INSTALL A PERMANENT LID FOR THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE BAR. (ESTABLISHMENT IS USING TRAY TO COVER THE ICE BIN).

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 THE FOLLOWING AREAS TO BE SOILED: THE INTERIOR OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, SIDES OF THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THESE AREAS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN IN DETAIL AND REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDER THE STOVE, GRILL AND WOK STATION.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED WATER STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES NEAR THE WALL TO THE LEFT OF THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE AFFECTED TILES.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH CUSTOMER WASHROOMS WITH DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST 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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: BROKEN/CRACKED SOLID LIGHT SHIELD IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAK ON THE 2 COPARTMENT SINK HOT HANDLE OF THE FAUCET IN THE COOK LINE. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.