Tapia's Pizzeria Inc Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1751296, DATED 4/1/2016. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #32;OBSERVED GASKETS TORN ON REACH IN PIZZA REFRIGERATOR, AND REACH IN FREEZER. REPLACE ALL TORN GASKETS AND MAINTAIN. #34;BSERVED FLOOR TILE IN REAR NEAR EXIT IN DISREPAIR. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #35; OBSERVED VENTS WITHIN PATRON WASHROOMS WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. VIOLATIONS STILL EXSIST, SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT LABELS; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FOOD IN THE 2-DOOR FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THAT GROCERY BAGS ARE PROHIBITED, DISCONTINUE USE. USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD AND NON FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN IN THE REAR PREP AREA; STORAGE RACKS ALONG THE WALLS, SLICER. ALSO, CONTACT SURFACES IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER ARE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS NOT CLEAN; UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA (CORNERS). FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES ARE NOT CLEAN. ALSO, FLOORS IN MENS AND WOMENS TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. FILTERS AND HOOD IN KITCHEN HAVE EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION. PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA. ALSO, WALLS IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL ALL AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED BROKEN/CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM, SHIELD IS HANGING. ALSO MISSING LIGHTS IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SHIELD AND INSTALL WORKING LIGHT AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED BROKEN/CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM, SHIELD IS HANGING. ALSO MISSING LIGHTS IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SHIELD AND INSTALL WORKING LIGHT AND MAINTAIN.

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.