STAR SUBMARINE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD PROPERLY THAWED - Comments: OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN BEING IMPROPERLY THAWED IN 85.1F STANDING WATER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND FROZEN GROUND BEEF AT ROOM TEMPERATURE ON DRAINBOARD. ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE PROPERLY THAWED USING ONE OF THE FOLLIWING METHODS: UNDER REFRIGERATION AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW, UNDER POTABLE RUNNING WATER AT 70 DEGREES OR BELOW, WITH SUFFICIENT WATER VELOCITY TO AGITATE AND FLOAT OFF LOOSE FOOD PARTICLES INTO THE OVERFLOW, OR IN A MICROWAVE OVEN WHEN THE FOOD WILL IMMEDIATELY BE TRANSFERRED TO CONVENTIONAL COOKING FACILITIES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

Improper thawing allows surface bacteria to multiply while interior remains frozen.

Time/temperature control foods must be thawed safely.

Approved thawing methods: Under refrigeration; Under cold running water; In microwave if immediately cooked; As part of cooking. Never at room temperature.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. TRASH AND DEBRIS OBSERVED ON GROUND UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND GREASE AND GARBAGE DUMPSTERS INSIDE THE ENCLOSED GARBAGE AREA. MUST KEEP ALL TRASH AND DEBRIS OFF GROUND AND INSIDE RECEPTACLES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY GREASE TRAP COVER ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY STORAGE RACKS IN WALK-IN COOLER.

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: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF REACH-IN FREEZER NEXT TO ICE CREAM FREEZER, INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZER, AND MEAT SLICER.

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 FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS(DIRT AND DEBRIS).

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: REMVOE DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN WALLS, WINDOW LEDGES, AND INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF WASHROOM DOORS THROUGHOUT(DIRT AND STAINS).

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: REMVOE DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN WALLS, WINDOW LEDGES, AND INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF WASHROOM DOORS THROUGHOUT(DIRT AND STAINS).

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.