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THE PASTA BOWL COMPANY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THE PASTA BOWL COMPANY 2434-2436 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60614 Restaurant
May 9, 2016 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1336773
9
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,SOUP AND PASTA)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector 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.

Health Department Information

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