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THE GREAT CHICAGO FOOD BEVERAG Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE GREAT CHICAGO FOOD BEVERAG (AKA: THE GREAT CHICAGO FOOD & BEVERAGE COMPANY) 3149 W DEVON AVE, CHICAGO 60659 Restaurant
July 15, 2011 Complaint License #70402
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: PROVIDE LABEL/NAME OF THE PRODUCT ON ALL FOOD AND SPICES CONTAINER IN THE BASEMENT WIRE RACK SHELVING.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN ALL THE EXTERIOR OF THE CABINET DOOR IN THE FRONT AREA, VERY GREASY TO TOUCH.
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: MUST INSTALL COVING 4" ON THE WALL BASE BY THE TOP OF THE STAIR GOING TO THE BASEMENT. MISSING COVING/BASEBOARD. CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE FLOOR TILES 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: MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER ALL THE SHELVINGS IN THE STORAGE ROOM, BASEMENT.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED WALLS ABOVE THE DOOR ON ONE OF THE STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT.
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: MUST CLEAN ALL THE CEILING BESIDE THE CEILING VENTS IN THE DINING AREA AND PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FILTER AND THE HOOD AND MAINTAIN.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MISSING CEILING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE WOK IN THE KITCHEN. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD.CRACKED CEILING LIGHT SHIELD IN ONE OF THE STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPLACE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MISSING CEILING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE WOK IN THE KITCHEN. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD.CRACKED CEILING LIGHT SHIELD IN ONE OF THE STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPLACE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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