PASS
Risk 1 (High)
VERUCA CHOCOLATES Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 14, 2017
License Re-Inspection
License #2542930
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RAW WOOD UNDER THE FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AREA TO ENSURE SURFACES ARE FLAT, SMOOTH, NON ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4 GAP BETWEEN THE FLOOR AND WALL, IN THE FREEZER ROOM, BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL COVING OR SEAL TO ENSURE FLAT, SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4 GAP BETWEEN THE FLOOR AND WALL, IN THE FREEZER ROOM, BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL COVING OR SEAL TO ENSURE FLAT, SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection