FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
THE MEDICI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 30, 2016
Complaint
License #3642
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
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: NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES AND 10 LIVE LARGE FLIES AROUND THE MOP SINK AND THE WALK IN COOLERS, IN THE MAIN PREP AREA, IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND THROUGHOUT. MUST REMOVE INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 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 #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE AT THE HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE NOT REGISTERING THE CORRECT TEMPERATURE DURING THE FINAL RINSE CYCLE. MUST REPAIR GAUGE TO DISPLAY THE CORRECT RINSE TEMPERATURE DURING THE FINAL RINSE CYCLE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF EACH ICE MACHINE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT, THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT,THE SHELVING RACKS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, AND SINKS THROUGHOUT. MUST ALSO REMOVE DEBRIS IN THE OVER HEAD LIGHT SHIELDS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR THE HEAVY LEAK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HAND SINK DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR THE HEAVY LEAK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HAND SINK DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection