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THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL (AKA: THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL (T3-H10)) 11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666 Restaurant
February 10, 2011 Canvass License #1879164
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. HANDSINK IN FRONT AREA NEEDS RECAULKING,TILES NEEDS TO BE SEALED; HOSE IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE READJUSTED ABOVE THE SINK NOT TO TOUCH WATER
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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. EXTERIOR COOLER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION,MUST CLEAN 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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS BEHIND PREP COOLER,UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; TINY HOLE IN THE CEILING AT THE REAR AREA MUST BE SEALED
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS BEHIND PREP COOLER,UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; TINY HOLE IN THE CEILING AT THE REAR AREA MUST BE SEALED
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.

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