The Original Pancake House Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: - MUST PROVIDE A SANITIZING SOLUTION FOR THE CLEAN UP KIT/PROCEDURE ON SITE, THAT IS EFFECTIVE FOR ELIMINATING NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: - MUST INSTALL A HANDWASH SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-030(c). NO CITATION ISSUED. -

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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: - OBSERVED SLIGHT DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE AND ON THE ICE MACHINE TUBING. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN/HAVE SERVICED, AND MAINTAIN. -

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: - OBSERVED BULK FOOD ITEMS IN WHITE CONTAINERS WITHOUT IDENTIFYING LABELS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. MUST PROVIDE. -

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: - OBSERVED FOODS STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL FOODS 6" OFF THE FLOOR ON SHELVING THAT PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING. -

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.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: - OBSERVED KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN PIPES ON THE WALL IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL UTENSILS IN BETWEEN USE IN A WAY THAT PROVIDES PROTECTION FROM ANY POTENTIAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN. -

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: - MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. -

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: - OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN DARK STAINED AND WITH DEEP BLACK GROOVES. MUST REPLACE OR RESURFACE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN. -

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: - OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ONTO THE SHAKE MIXER IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. -

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: - OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL OF FACILITY BY THE TOP OF THE DOOR FRAME IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -

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 THE MOPS, MOP BUCKET, BROOMS, AND DUST PANS STORED NEXT TO THE BUILDING ON THE OUTSIDE OF FACILITY IN THE ALLEY. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS INSIDE FACILITY, AND THE BROOMS/MOPS OFF THE FLOOR. -

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 THE MOPS, MOP BUCKET, BROOMS, AND DUST PANS STORED NEXT TO THE BUILDING ON THE OUTSIDE OF FACILITY IN THE ALLEY. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS INSIDE FACILITY, AND THE BROOMS/MOPS OFF THE FLOOR. -

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.