SPINZER 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/observed live roaches 7 in kitchen area, dishwashing areas (1st fl., and bsmt.), also observed side entrance door(east)not roden proofed, door had 1/4 inch gap on bottom of door.citation issued#H000062821 with a court date of 10/28/2010, at 400 w superior in room #112 at 9:00am. or use pre-paid option.

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: found some foods not properly dated/labeled in coolers, freezers, must date and label all food items in coolers, freezers.

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 AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: cooler shelving that had peeling paint, rust shall be repair/replaced.

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: non food cotact surfaces of cooking equipment had excess grease build up needs detailed cleaning(crevices), cooler shelving, cabinet drawers, storage shelving(1st fl.,bsmt. need detailed cleaning(crevices), prep tables need detailed cleaning.

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: floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in kitchen had excess grease, debris build up needs detailed cleaning(corners). floors in bsmt., prep areas, storage areas, storage rooms not clean need detailed cleaning(corners).

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: walls that had gaps, damaged, holes(around pipes), shall be repair,sealed. walls, ceilings that had peeling paint, grease build up need repairing, cleaning.

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: missing light shields in bsmt prep areas, storage areas, and display cooler shall be provided.light shields in prep area need cleaning(1st floor).

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: exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitchen prep area, bathrooms, storage areas not clean need cleaning.exhaust fan in bathroom in state of disrepair(broken), shall be repair/replaced. must move fryer to be completely under exhaust canopy.

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: exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitchen prep area, bathrooms, storage areas not clean need cleaning.exhaust fan in bathroom in state of disrepair(broken), shall be repair/replaced. must move fryer to be completely under exhaust canopy.

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.