PASS
Risk 1 (High)
UPTOWN SHOP & SAVE INC., Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
June 21, 2021
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2048920
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11 WASTE PIPE ABOVE FOOD SHELVES MUST BE ENCASED. ALSO, A WATER PIPE EXCESS CONDENSATION DRIPPING ONTO FOOD BOXES MUST ENCASE SAID PIPE OR RELOCATE DELIVERED FOOD. THE SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E) HANDLES ON DISPLAY COOLER UNIT BROKEN/MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN HANDLES.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 BROKEN WOOD COMPRESSED WOOD PANELS ON WALL BEHIND FLOUR BAGS NOT CLEANABLE, MUST REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE. BROKEN WALL IN STAFF DINING AREA REPAIR WITH A SMOOTH SURFACE. BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN BUTCHER'S AREA AND BASEMENT
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 BROKEN WOOD COMPRESSED WOOD PANELS ON WALL BEHIND FLOUR BAGS NOT CLEANABLE, MUST REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE. BROKEN WALL IN STAFF DINING AREA REPAIR WITH A SMOOTH SURFACE. BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN BUTCHER'S AREA AND BASEMENT
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection