FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
USMANIA FINE DINING Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 27, 2017
Canvass
License #1676717
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM IN SECTION REPORT #1938206 DATED 7/7/2016 NOT CORRECTED:-#30) MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER.#32) OBSERVED DARK GROVES IN CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL CUTTING BOARDS. ALL DARK GROVES MUST COME CLEAN OR ELSE CUTTING BOARDS NEED TO BE REPLACED. OBSERVED RAW WOOD BOARDS UNDER GRILL. PAINT OR SEAL RAW WOOD SO THAT IT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.#33)OBSERVED ICE MACHINE UNCLEAN IN INTERIOR. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED FAN COVERS IN WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE ACCUMULATION ON INTERIOR OF FRYERS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED INTERIOR OF "SUBWAY" OVEN UNCLEAN WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BURNERS OF OVEN UNCLEAN. CLEAN ALL BURNERS OF STOVE.#35) OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON LIGHTS ABOVE NAAN AREA AND GRILL. OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON VENTS IN DISH ROOM. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-42-090
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SHELVES LINED WITH FOIL PAPER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NOTED SHELVES LINED WITH FOIL PAPER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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