SPOTS PIZZA 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND AND NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECT AND RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.NOTED 15 HOUSE & SMALL FLIES IN THE DINING AND IN KITCHEN IN REAR,AND 6 RAT DROPPINGS IN FRONT ON FLOORS AT SODA MACHINE AREA.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.INSTRUCTED TO GET RID OF FLIES,CLEAN RODENT DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED FLOORS FOR REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. HEARING COURT DATE IS 10-27-11 AT 400 W SUPERIOR AVE.ROOM 112 AT 10:00am.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. FOUND PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS OF 01-20-11 REPORT #49123 #s31,32,33,34,35,38,& 40,NOT CORRECTED. 31(INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES ON SHELVING UNITS AND COUNTERS THROUGHOUT).32(INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK IN KITCHEN ON PREP TABLE SIDE). 33(INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AND 3COMP.SINK) 34(MUST ELEVATE BOXES OF PRODUCTS THROUGHOUT 1STFL.& BASEMENT 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.ALSO MUST REPAIR DAMAGED CONCRETTE FLOORS IN BASEMENT). 35(INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENING ON WALL AT CORNER OF EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK IN KITCHEN).38(INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK AT FRONT SERVING AREA).40(INSTUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER INSIDE ALL COOLERS). CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH ABOVE PREVIOUS ORDERS BY RINSPECTION NEXT WEEK TO PREVENT FURTHER ACTIONS.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN STAINS ON TOILET BOWLS,HAND WASH SINKS IN RESTROOMS,TOP FREEZER COVER IN BASEMENT,FILTER AND HOOD WALLS ,SHELF STORAGE ON GRILL, PLASTIC PANEL IN ICE MACINE. AND ETERIORS OF PIZZA OVEN.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING WALLS IN BASEMENT,AND ON 1STFL AT CORNER KITCHEN ENTRANCE STORAGE,AND IN FURNACE ROOM BY DINING.ALSO SEAL OPENING ON WALLS IN BASEMENT.

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: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TOILET BOWLS LEAKINK WATER ON FLOORS IN TOILET,AND SLOW DRAIN ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK,AND HAND WASH SINKS IN RESTROOMS.

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.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASMENT AT SUMP-PUMP AREA.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASMENT AT SUMP-PUMP AREA.

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.