PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
WINDY CITY GYROS Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 10, 2014
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License #71095
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #9
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE - Comments: THE HOT WATER AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS 90 f. THE HOT WATER AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MUST REACH AT LEAST 110 f. RESTORE HOT WATER ADEQUATE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE DISHES.
Why This Matters
Contaminated water spreads waterborne diseases. Insufficient hot water prevents proper sanitization.
Food Code Requirement
Potable water supply must be adequate, protected, and properly heated.
Specific Requirements
Water from approved public system; Sufficient pressure for all operations; Hot water minimum 120°F at fixtures, 180°F for high-temp dishwashers; Backflow prevention installed; No cross-connections.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-101.11, 5-103.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLERS AND UNDER THE STEAM TABLE ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE SAID SURFACES.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE METAL BIN USED TO HOLD THE BOXES OF CHICKEN IN THE EAST WALK IN COOLER IS CORRODED AND UNSANITARY, REPAIR THE UNIT SO IT IS SMOOTH AND SANITARY OR REMOVE FROM THE PREMISES. THE MEAT SLICER,KNIFE SHARPEN STEEL, COOLER DOORS AND INTERIORS ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE SAID EQUIPMENT.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: THE FLOORS ARE DIRTY UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER. THE WALK IN COOLER FLOORS ARE CORRODED, RESEAL THE FLOORS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE WALL BEHIND THE STEAMTABLE HAS FALLING TILES, REPAIR THE WALL SO IT IS SMOOTH AND SANITARY, THE KITCHEN WALLS AND CEILINGS ARE DUSTY AND DIRTY, CLEAN THE WALLS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE WALL BEHIND THE STEAMTABLE HAS FALLING TILES, REPAIR THE WALL SO IT IS SMOOTH AND SANITARY, THE KITCHEN WALLS AND CEILINGS ARE DUSTY AND DIRTY, CLEAN THE WALLS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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