TAHOORA SWEETS & BAKERY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Above violation still remaining( Found some food items not properly dated in walk in coolers in 2nd floor prep area, and in bsmt walk in coolers, must properly date food items in 2nd floor prep area, and bsmt walk in cooler. Found food items not properly dated in reach in coolers(1st floor), must properly date food items in reach in coolers(1st floor)).

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Above violation still remaining(Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced, reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cut, shall be repaired/replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sinks in prep areas, 1st floor, 2nd floor prep areas, in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced).

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: Above violation still remaining(Non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment not clean, had excess grease build up, need detailed cleaning(crevices), walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Rear kitchen storage shelving in 2nd floor, 1st floor, and bsmt not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices)).

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: Above violation still remaining(Floors in kitchen prep areas under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, and walk in coolers under shelving rack sin 1st, 2nd floors not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in 3rd floor storage areas under shelving, racks, and under pallets not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)).

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: Above violation still remaining(Missing ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas, 2nd floor bathroom ceilings shall be provided, walls that had gaps, peeling paint in prep areas, shall be repaired/sealed. Ceiling tiles, walls in 1st floor, 2nd floor prep areas, need detailed cleaning).

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Above violation still remaining(Missing light shields in 1st floor prep area shall be provided).

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Above violation still remaining(Missing light shields in 1st floor prep area shall be provided).

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.