PASS
Risk 1 (High)
THE FIRE PLACE INN Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 10, 2015
License
License #2424149
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SPLASH GUARDS NEEDED IN BOTH FRON BARS ON EXPOSED HAND SINKS AND DUMP SINK ADJACENT TO ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED RUSTY SHELF OF BASE OF FOOD PREPARATION TABLE CONTAINING SLICER. RESTORE SURFACE OF SHELF TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. OBSERVED GASKET TORN ON REACH IN REFRIGERATOR CONTIANING SALAD DRESSING AND BUTTER. OBSERVED FROZEN CONDENSATE ON WALK IN FREEZER. ONSERVED LEAKING CONDITION WITHIN REACH INREFRIGERATOR NEXT TO WALK IN FREEZER. OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON WLK IN FREEZER. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED FAN COVERS WITH DIRT ACCUMULAION WITH REACH IN BEER COOLER. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN DISH ROOM AND KITHCEN WITH MISSING/CRAZED FLOOR TILES. OBSERVED FLOOR BEHIND COOKING LINE IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED FLOOR IN KITHCEN IN NEED OF GROUT. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN KITCHEN AND DISHROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHEILD IN WALK INFREEZER. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDSINK NEEDED ON COOKING LINE WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER SOAP AND PAPER TOWLES.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDSINK NEEDED ON COOKING LINE WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER SOAP AND PAPER TOWLES.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection