PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
SU CASA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 11, 2018
Canvass
License #1194932
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 11, 2018. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: NO RUNNING HOT WATER AT DISHWASH AREA 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND AT HANDWASH BOWLS, FOUND WATER TEMPERATURE AT 75.5 F AT ALL SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS HOT WATER TEMPERATURE MUST REACH A MINIMAL OF 110.0 F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PREP AREA CUTTING BOARD SURFACE STAINED AND PITTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER CUTTING BOARD SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ICE MACHINE ICE SCOOP NOT CLEAN(STAINED). MUST CLEAN ICE SCOOP AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED - Comments: ICE MACHINE ICE SCOOP NOT CLEAN(STAINED). MUST CLEAN ICE SCOOP AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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