TIPAROS THAI RESTAURANT , INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE IN THE MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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 PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED CHICKEN,SHRIMP, TOFU AND VEGETABLES STORED IN WHITE NON FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS IN THE LOWER REACH IN ACROSS FROM THE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE ONLY CONTAINERS AND LABEL WITH COMMON NAME OF PRODUCTS.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR AND THE SHELVING OF THE WALK IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF DEBRIS AND WHAT APPEARS TO BE RUST BUILDING UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, PAINT, STAIN OR SEAL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND POSSIBLE FOD DEBRI ON THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING COMPRESSOR IN THE LARGE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT DRIPPING INTO THE HALF SIZE HOTEL PAN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREA AROUND AND UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ALSO IN THE FRONT SUSHI PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND THE EQUIPMENT AT THE CORNERS AND ALONG THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS.

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 A BUILD UP OF CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL AND ALSO IN THE OFSET OFFICE AREA THAT IS JUST AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS LEADING TO THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND RAISE ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE OR REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.

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 A BUILD UP OF CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA ALONG THE WALL AND ALSO IN THE OFSET OFFICE AREA THAT IS JUST AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS LEADING TO THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND RAISE ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE OR REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.

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.