The Green Post Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND SINKS (BAR, PREP, WASHROOMS),

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: NOTED PLASTIC RUBBER DRAIN LINES, FROM BARTOP TROUGHS, RUNNING ABOVE BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DRAINBOARDS IN FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE OR SHIELD TO INTERCEPT POTENTIAL LEAKS.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED GAPS BETWEEN EDGES OF FLOOR SINKS AND FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY SEAL OR CAULK AROUND ALL FLOOR SINK EDGES.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND CLUTTER IN REAR OUTSIDE (GANGWAY)

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL WALL OPENING AROUND PIPE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND WALL WITH OPENING AROUND PIPE BEHIND FRONT BAR.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ROUGH EXPOSED BRICKWALL INSIDE WASHROOM (BEHIND MIDDLE DINING) SOUTH OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR. WALL MUST BE SMOOTH, NON ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED VENITLATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO FIX.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED VENITLATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT WORKING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO FIX.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.