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T & L CONVENIENCE STORE AND RESTAURANT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

T & L CONVENIENCE STORE AND RESTAURANT 5038 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO 60644 GROCERY STORE
January 10, 2025 License License #2997809
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED BOTH TOILET ROOM DOORS NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL GAP BETWEEN THE WALL AND FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WALL BASE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN AND CRUMBLED WALL ON RIGHT SIDE OF FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE INSTRUCTED TO ENCLOSE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ITEMS (UNUSED/USED EQUIPMENT, TOTES AND BOXES OF MISCELLANEUS, ITEMS STORED IN STORAGE ROOM ON 1ST FLOOR NEAR FACILITY ENTRANCE, BASEMENT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT, UPSTAIRS OFFICE SPACE AND REAR STORAGE BY EXIT DOOR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS FOR STORAGE AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ITEMS (UNUSED/USED EQUIPMENT, TOTES AND BOXES OF MISCELLANEUS, ITEMS STORED IN STORAGE ROOM ON 1ST FLOOR NEAR FACILITY ENTRANCE, BASEMENT ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT, UPSTAIRS OFFICE SPACE AND REAR STORAGE BY EXIT DOOR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS FOR STORAGE AND ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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