FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
VINTEA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 9, 2024
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2846043
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-203.11: OBSERVED NO EXPOSED SINK FOR HANDWASHING LOCATED IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA OF BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA OF BASEMENT FOR CONVENIENT USE BY EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: 4-903.12 OBSERVED CLEAN EQUIPMENT STORED UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES IN SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RELOCATE CLEAN EQUIPMENT FROM UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: 4-903.12 OBSERVED CLEAN EQUIPMENT STORED UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES IN SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RELOCATE CLEAN EQUIPMENT FROM UNDERNEATH UNSHIELDED SEWER LINES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection