PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SUNLIGHT CAFE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 31, 2024
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1594913
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN THE INTERIOR OF THE NATURAL FREEZER IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND IN THE RUBBER GASKET OF THE FREEZER CHEST IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.12: OBSERVED NOODLES AND OTHER FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELF UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE MAINT FOOR PREP AREA AND UPON ENTRY INTO THE MAIN PREP AREA OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS QUICKLY STORING OPEN BOWLS OF FOOD ITEMS IN THE TRUNK OF A VAN PARKED IN THE ALLEY. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ON THE FLOOR AND IN THE VANS WITHOUT BEING COVERED.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 6-501.19: OBSERVED THE DOOR TO THE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR MAIN FOOD PREP AREA NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR SELF CLOSING AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH CLUTTER: THE SIDE OF THE DOUBLE DECKER OVEN IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND THE CABINETS UNDER THE FRONT FOOD DISPLAY STORAGE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DECLUTTER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH CLUTTER: THE SIDE OF THE DOUBLE DECKER OVEN IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP AREA AND THE CABINETS UNDER THE FRONT FOOD DISPLAY STORAGE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DECLUTTER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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