SUBWAY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK,OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WASH HANDS WITH RUNNING WATER ONLY AND DRY WITH PAPER TOWELS.SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

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.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1 LB. CHILI 128.7F. 2LBS. COOKED CHICKEN PATTIES 126.3F.2LBS. COOKED MEATBALLS 125.6F. PRODUCT WA SDISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)APPX. 5LBS. $29.

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMEPARTURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1LB. TUNA 47.1F.4LBS. VEGGIE PATTIES 52.1F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 5LBS. $30.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 132.8F AND 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 50.0F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED EMAILS LETTER TO CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 135.0F OR ABOVE AND COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 10- LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING AT MOTOR & REAR PANEL AT 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN COOLER AND BREAD OVEN,CRAWLING ON PACKAGE OF NAPKINS IN LOWER CABINET AT FRONT HAND SINK. 3- LIVE SMALL FLIES ON CEILING IN TOILET ROOM.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/5/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELF OF HOT AND COLD HOLDING UNITS.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS IN POOR REPAIR. OBSERVED LID MISSING ON (1) DUMPSTER AND THE OTHER (1) LID IS BROKEN & FRAME BENT UPWARDS AND LEAVING AN APPX."6-8" GAP NOT BEING TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS IN POOR REPAIR. OBSERVED LID MISSING ON (1) DUMPSTER AND THE OTHER (1) LID IS BROKEN & FRAME BENT UPWARDS AND LEAVING AN APPX."6-8" GAP NOT BEING TIGHT FITTING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.