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WHISPERS AT OAK STREET BEACH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

WHISPERS AT OAK STREET BEACH (AKA: WHISPERS) 1001 N LAKE SHORE DR, CHICAGO 60611 Restaurant
August 18, 2021 Canvass License #2665239
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #25
MINOR
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD - Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO IDENTIFY SUCH FOODS BY ASTERISKING THEM TO A FOOT NOTE THAT STATES: "ITEMS CAN BE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR CONTAIN UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS" AND ADD A STATEMENT THAT SAYS: "CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL PRODUCTS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE MEDICAL CONDITIONS". PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Dirty surfaces attract pests and can contaminate food indirectly.
Non-food contact surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean as often as necessary; Remove grease and debris; Maintain equipment exteriors; Keep walls, ceilings, floors clean.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP INSPECTION RECEIPTS (AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR PER CODE) ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION AND A PEST CONTROL LICENSE WITH AN IDPH 051 NUMBER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C).
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #44
MINOR
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: FOUND ICE SCOOPS AT BOTH ICE MACHINES STORED ON DIRTY SURFACES. MUST STORE UTENSILS IN A CLEAN, DRY LOCATION THAT IS NOT EXPOSED TO SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR OF WALK-IN LIQUOR STORAGE TRAILER IS MADE OF UNSEALED WOOD. MUST SEAL WOOD TO PROVIDE A NON-ABSORBENT, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR OF WALK-IN LIQUOR STORAGE TRAILER IS MADE OF UNSEALED WOOD. MUST SEAL WOOD TO PROVIDE A NON-ABSORBENT, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections