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THE GODDESS AND GROCER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE GODDESS AND GROCER 1649 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Restaurant
May 29, 2015 Canvass License #2196728
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #28
CRITICAL
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS - Comments: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT CUSTOMERS. MANAGER WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POSTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B)
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 11/26/14, REPORT#1408276 (30) FOUND PREPACKAKED FOOD ITEMS(YOGURT, FRUIT PARAFAITS, ETC) WITHOUT PROPER LABELS INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO LABEL ALL PREPAGED FOO0DS WITH NAME, ADDRESS WHERE PRODUCED, MAJOR INGREDIENTS AND DATE AND TO MAINTAIN. 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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW ITEMS IN 2ND FLOOR REAR STORAGE AREA NOT ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR /WALL FOR THE EASY OF CLEANING AND PEST MONITORING.
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: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP IN THE INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT ON 1ST FLOOR REAR STORAGE ROOM AND ON 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOMS. MUST CLEAN 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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT ON 1ST FLOOR REAR STORAGE ROOM AND ON 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOMS. MUST CLEAN 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.

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