FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL
(AKA: THE GREAT AMERICAN BAGEL (T1 B-14))
11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666
Restaurant
September 26, 2014
Canvass
License #1879166
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS/FLOOR AROUND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE SMALL FLIES BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: STAND UP REACH IN COOLER (FAR RIGHT HAND SIDE) DOOR RUBBER GASKET LOOSE ALSO OBSERVED SANDWICH PREP CUTTING BOARD IN POOR REPAIR (OBSERVED CRACKS/DARK PITS ON SURFACE). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REATTACH GASKET TO COOLER DOOR ALSO MUST REPLACE SAID DAMAGED CUTTING BOARD.
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 #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: STAND UP REACH IN COOLER (FAR RIGHT HAND SIDE) DOOR RUBBER GASKET LOOSE ALSO OBSERVED SANDWICH PREP CUTTING BOARD IN POOR REPAIR (OBSERVED CRACKS/DARK PITS ON SURFACE). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REATTACH GASKET TO COOLER DOOR ALSO MUST REPLACE SAID DAMAGED CUTTING BOARD.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection