FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
YOLK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 16, 2020
Complaint
License #1894000
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 20 OR MORE FRUIT FLIES ON PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE WALL BEHIND THE ONE COMP SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE WALLS BY THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND IN THE UTILITY SINK ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C).
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE HANDLE FOR THE DOOR OF ONE FRYER MISSING; REPLACE HANDLE TO FRYER DOOR.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED, CLEAN SURFACE AREAS UNDERNEATH GRILLS, CLEAN INTERIOR OF THREE DOOR FREEZER, CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE GREASE RECEPTOR AT THE THREE COMP SINK.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE COLD WATER FAUCET KNOB IN POOR REPAIR AT THE HANDSINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA; REPAIR OR REPLACE KNOB.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SINKS, DISHMACHINE AND IN STORAGE AREA UNDER STORAGE SHELVES. CLEAN WALL AROUND BEHIND AND UNDER 1 COMP SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. CLEAN CEILING VENT IN ROOM WHERE UTILITY SINK LOCATED TO REMOVE DUST. ALSO CLEAN VENT FANS IN WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN THE PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILE AT THE BASE OF THE WALL AT THE END OF THE COOKING LINE LEADING INTO THE DISHWASHING AREA; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN THE STORAGE ROOM AREA; INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN THE STORAGE ROOM AREA; INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection