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SPINZER RESTAURANT 2331 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO 60659 Restaurant
December 22, 2020 Canvass License #1716839
10
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED SINKS LOCATED IN REAR FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE UNDERNEATH HEAT LAMPS LOCATED AT FRONT SERVICE AREA: CHICKEN SAMOSAS HELD AT 129.6F, BEEF PUFFS HELD AT 125.6F, AND VARIOUS FRIED VEGETABLES HELD AT 104.0F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 5LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $30. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL HOT TCS ITEMS AT OR ABOVE 135F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK UNDERNEATH PREP COOLER LOCATED IN BASEMENT 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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED MAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA DRAINING SLOWLY. 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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK AT FAUCET ON ADDITIONAL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN BASEMENT 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 TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EITHER ALL GENDER TOILET ROOM LOCATED ON FIRST FLOOR AND IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIM ON INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE LOCATED IN REAR FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME ON SIDE OF AND BENEATH ALL EQUIPMENT LOCATED IN REAR FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL HOLE IN WALL IN BASEMENT ACROSS FROM PIZZA OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL HOLE IN WALL IN BASEMENT ACROSS FROM PIZZA OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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