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THE GALLERY CAFE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE GALLERY CAFE 1760 W NORTH AVE, CHICAGO 60622 Restaurant
January 5, 2017 License License #2492360
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INADEQUATE NUMBER OF TOILET FACILITIES ON PREMISES: FACILITY CURRENTLY HAS ONE UNISEX BATHROOM FOR MEN/WOMEN. MUST INSTALL A SEPARATE WASHROOM FOR MEN AND WOMEN IN ORDER TO SERVE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ON PREMISES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST THE MINI REFRIGERATOR BEHIND THE COUNTER IN THE FRONT PREP TO REMOVE HEAVY FROST BUILDUP FROM THE FREEZER.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE COB-WEBS AND DUST BUILDUP UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE PRODUCE REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBO IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE FOOD AND LIQUID BUILDUP 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR SURFACE OF THE PRODUCE REFRIGERATOR/FREEZER COMBO IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE FOOD AND LIQUID BUILDUP 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections