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TONY'S FINER FOODS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

TONY'S FINER FOODS 5233 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60625 Grocery Store
December 4, 2024 Complaint License #2308668
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE (CHICKEN ETC.) HOT HOLDING TOWERS LOCATED IN THE CUSTOMER AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ACCURATE,WORKING THERMOMETERS FOR ALL HOT HOLDING UNITS.
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 #50
CRITICAL
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT MULTIPLE SINKS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT MULTIPLE SINKS WATER TEMPERATURE AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS IN THE KITCHEN DELI/SUSHI PREP AREA AND SEA FOOD/MEAT DEPT AND BAKERY DEPT RANGING FROM 76.7F-77.1F AND WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN THE KITCHEN DELI/SUSHI PREP AREA AND BAKERY AND SEA FOOD/MEAT DEPT RANGING FROM 76.6F-82.2F ALSO, WATER TEMPERATURE IN WASHROOMS RANGING FROM 77.1F-77.9F.MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY NOTIFIED THE HEAD MAINTENANCE FOR THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT RUNNING WATER ABOVE 110F AT ALL THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS AND MINIMUM OF 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.(SEE COMMENTS).
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INSIDE DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER,PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST AND MOLD LIKE ACCUMULATION INSIDE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER, DAIRY WALK-IN COOLER AND IN MEAT PREP COOLER.
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.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

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