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

TONY'S FRESH MARKET (AKA: TONY'S FINER FOODS) 4137 N ELSTON AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
July 17, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1717529
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: 4-204.112(B):INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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 #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF DAIRY/BUTTER/EGGS DISPLAY COOLER IN THE DISPLAY AREA.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT/FISH PREP AREA AND LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR MEAT PREP AREA.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.17:INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE DELI WALK-IN COOLER, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER, MEAT WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE DAIRY WALK-IN 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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.16: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS WITH DEAD INSECTS ABOVE MEAT PREP/SERVICE AREA.
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: 6-201.11: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA AND IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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: 6-501.11: NOTED WALL BEHIND MOPSINK IN REAR IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX
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: 6-501.11: NOTED WALL BEHIND MOPSINK IN REAR IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO FIX
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.

Health Department Information

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