THE PASTA BOWL COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA WHILE DRINKS ARE BEING PREPARED AND MONEY BEING HANDLED.MANAGER HAD TO TURN ON THE HOT WATER VALVE FROM UNDERNEATH SINK.HOT WATER IS NOW PROVIDED.MUST PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL SINKS AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF BOTH REAR DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED APPX. "1-2" GAP ALONG SIDE OF DOOR NEAR PIZZA OVEN AND GARBAGE DOOR ALONG THE BOTTOM.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH PROPER INFO.

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.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS IN DISH WASHING AREA ON SHELVING UNITS.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST SEAL OUTSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER DOORS.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA,RUST FROM TABLE IN DISH WASHING AREA AND PIZZA PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN SHELVING UNIT IN BEER WALK IN COOLER

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM ALL SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP,DISH WASHING,BAR,DOUGH MACHINE,CAN CART,ROLLING CARTS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,GRILL TABLE,EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,UNUSED PREP COOLER,SODA GUN HOLDER,BASINS OF HAND SINK & 3- COMP IN BAR AREA,CONDIMENT BINS,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER,DRAWER COOLERS,PREP COOLERS,PREP TABLES,FAN GUARDS IN ALL COOLERS,FRYER CABINETS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER,FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA,PREP AREAS,BAR AREA.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE NEAR DISH MACHINE & NEXT TO POP CADDY

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES ,BASES AND TRIM THROUGHOUT ALL PREP,DISH,BAR AREAS,MISSING UPPER WALL PANEL IN PIZZA PREP AREA,HOLE IN WALL IN BAR DINING AREA.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ONWALL NEAR SHELVING FOR SILVERWARE AND NAPKINS,SHELF IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR ICE BIN.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA,DISH WASHING AREA,BAR AREA ,HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA,NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT BAR 3- COMP SINK.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT BAR 3- COMP SINK.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.