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TONY'S FRESH MARKET Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

TONY'S FRESH MARKET (AKA: TONY'S FINER FOODS) 4137 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
September 20, 2013 Complaint License #1717529
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 1321508 DATED 1/24/13. #34-FLOORS ON THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. MUST REPAIR MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. #36-MISSING LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE THE BAKERY WALK IN COOLER AND BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB. MUST REPLACE AND PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS ON ALL LIGHT BULBS ABOVE THE FRESH PRODUCE SECTION AND INSIDE THE FRESH DONUT /MUFFIN CASE.CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-42-090.
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE MAIN KITCHEN AND DELI SECTION. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST THE PIZZA CASE AND SAUSAGE CASE WITH HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
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: MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE AND SANITIZE THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLE IN THE MEAT/FISH AND CABINET UNDER THE PREP TABLE IN THE DELI SECTION AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE BREAD CARTS AREA. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND REPAINT. MUST SEAL THE GAP AROUND THE PIPE OUTSIDE THE LUNCH ROOM IN FRONT OF THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM.
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: ALL LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED IN THE FRESH BREAD CASE.
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: ALL LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED IN THE FRESH BREAD CASE.
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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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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