TOPO GIGIO RISTORANTE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED MULTIPLE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WITHOUT COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME FOR ALL CONTAINERS WITH PRODUCT STORED INSIDE.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE GASKET SEALS AT THE TWO DOOR REACH IN UNIT IN THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN BADLY WORN AND THE DOOR HANDLES MISSING EXPOSING SHARP METAL EDGES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE SIDES OF THE COOLING PREP STATIONS IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE SIDES OF ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT FEEDING AND HARBORING IN THE AREAS.

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 HAND SINK VERY LOOSE FROM THE WALL AREA IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO THE EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SEALING TIGHT FITTING TO THE WALL.

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 LARGE CLUTTER OF ITEMS STORED AT TOP LANDING AREA OF STAIRS LEADING TO THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND 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 FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, VARIOUS COLORED SUBSTANCES BUILDING UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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 FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, VARIOUS COLORED SUBSTANCES BUILDING UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

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.