VIET HOA PLAZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE:HOPIA BABOY(REFILLED WITH COOKED BEANS), AT TEMP OF 65.1F;BANH IT DAN AT TEMP(FILLED WITH COOKED BEANS) OF 86.1F,SASEME BALL(FILLED WITH COOKE BEANS),ALL PRODUCTS STORED ON SHELVES IN SELLING AREA.PRODUCTS DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY OWNER.POUNDS 19 EACH VALUE28.50 CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) HOOOO63663-17

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH AN EXCESS BUILD UP OF RUST AND BLACK SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WALL OF THE UNIT.ICE IS USED TO STORE FOOD PRODUCTS IN IT(FRESH FISH).TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION. DO NOT USE.BUY ICE IN BAGS FROM A LICESE RETAIL FOOD STORE, KEEP RECEIPTS.FAX A LETTER WHEN UNIT IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED.FAX #312-746-4240.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) HOOOO63663-17

These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.

Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.

Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. FOUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BUTCHER'S AREA WITH OUT SOAP PROVIDED.ALSO NO SOAP WAS PROVIDED IN STAFF WASHROOM.OWNER STATED"I FORGOT TODAY TO PUT SOAP".SOAP WAS PROVIDE ON BOTH EXPOSED SINK AND WASHBOWL,AFTER MY REQUEST.EXPLAINED TO OWNER HAND WASHING PROCEDURE.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO63664-18

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE.FOUND RAW MEAT STORED INSIDE THE DIRTY PRODUCE BOXES;ALSO FRESH FISH NOT COVERED SELLING AREA,IN PUBLIC VIEW.OBSERVED WASTE WATER DRIPPING FROM CONDENSER UNIT ON TOP PLASTIC WHICH PRODUCE,BEAN SPROUT ARE STORED UNDER.INTRUCTED TO MOVE FOOD FROM UNDER THE UNIT AND FIX THE PROBLEM.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) HOOOO63664-18

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 20 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS IN LOCKED FOOD STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT AREA, UNDER SHELVES AND NORTH- WEST CORNER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND SANITIZE AREA.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020 HOOOO63662-16.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND BOTH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR;IN BUTCHER'S AREA THE THREE COMPARTMENTR SINK WASTE WATER BACKING UP,IN PRODUCE AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HAS BEEN REPAIRED TOO MANY TIMES,OPENINGS THROUGHOUT THE SINK. SINK IN BUTCHER'S AREA REPAIRED(PLUMBER ON PREMISES),INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BUTCHER'S AREA TO WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO63662-16

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.REPLACE BROKEN PLASTIC CURTAINS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLERS.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.REPLACE BROKEN PLASTIC CURTAINS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLERS.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.