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TURTLES Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

TURTLES 238 W 33RD ST, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
September 12, 2019 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2328131
5
Total Violations
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN POTATO DICER ON WALL 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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, STOVE, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS AND CAN OPENER BLADE ON PREP TABLE.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING TILES MISSING OR IN POOR REPAIR IN WASHROOMS, KITCHEN (WATER STAINED), BASEMENT STORAGE, ABOVE ICE MACHINE; REPLACE ALL TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL ABOVE THE MOP SINK ON THE SECOND FLOOR; SEAL HOLE IN WALL. FOUND HOLES IN THE CEILING IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE SECOND FLOOR AND BASEMENT AND IN WASHROOMS.
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: FOUND CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT AREA; MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER AND RODENT HARBORAGE.
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: FOUND CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT AREA; MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER AND RODENT HARBORAGE.
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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