FEB 7
2014
PASS 1 violation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER DOORS.
DINOTTO RISTORANTE.
Chicago Health Dept
215 W NORTH AVE · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO
Last inspected 2014.
8 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Feb 2014.
Last inspected Feb 2014. Records may not reflect current conditions.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
8
VIOLATIONS
24
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
FEB 2014
INSPECTION HISTORY
APR 1
2013
PASS 1 violation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
DAMAGED RUBBER GASKETS AT PREP COOLER DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
APR 12
2012
PASS 4 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
ALL CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. EVIDENCE OF ERROSION AT THE BASE OF GREASE TRAP (RIGHT SIDE)-MUST REPLACE. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DUSTY COMPRESSORS & FAN GUARDS OF ALL COOLERS MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. BASEBOARD TILES BY THE COOLER TO THE NORTH WALL OF KITCHEN MUST BE FIXED (MISSING GROUTING). MILDEW ON SPLASHGUARD CAULKING AT 3-COMP SINK MUST BE REPLACED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR OF THE FIRST BATHROOM IS NOT WOTKING-MUST REPLACE. Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
ANY UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN CABINETS AT COFFEE STATION OR ON STORAGE SHELVES (EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS) MUST BE REMOVED & STORED PROPERLY. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.
APR 28
2011
PASS 2 violations
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE PATIO BAR AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS BEHIND THE BAR AROUND THE COOLERS AND DOORWAY, AND BEHIND THE SEATING BOOTHS. REPLACE ANY PEELING VINYL BASEBOARD IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
APR 21
2011
FAIL 3 violations 1 CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
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 EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY BEHIND THE BAR, IN THE PREP AREA AND THE DINING ROOM. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 DROPPINGS BEHIND THE FREEZER IN THE PREP AREA, 10 DROPPINGS BETWEEN THE BAR COOLER AND THE WEST WALL, AND 20 DROPPINGS UNDER AND BEHIND THE SEATING BOOTHS IN THE DINING ROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA AND PATIO BAR AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL WALL OPENINGS IN THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE DISHWASH AREA, BEHIND THE BAR AROUND THE COOLERS AND DOORWAY, AND BEHIND THE SEATING BOOTHS. REPLACE ANY PEELING VINYL BASEBOARD IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS, AND REPLACE BROKEN TILE BASEBOARD BEHIND THE FREEZER. DETAIL CLEAN THE DUST FROM THE CEILING ABOVE THE SALAD STATION AND WIRES ALONG THE CEILING OF THE PREP AREA. PATCH AND REPAIR THE CEILING DRYWALL ABOVE THE DISHWASH AREA.
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JUL 7
2010
PASS 4 violations 2 CRITICAL
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SEAL OPENINGS BEHIND DINING ROOM BAR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. BETTER MAINTAIN REFRIGERATOR GASKETS AND REPLACE IF NECESSARY.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. FLOOR DRAIN UNDER FRONT BAR LEAKS ONTO FLOOR WHEN WATER TURNED ON AT BAR HAND SINK. MUST REPAIR LEAK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA ADJACENT TO KITCHEN, BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER AND BEHIND PATIO AND DINING ROOM BARS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR 6 INCHES TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
JUN 24
2010
FAIL 6 violations 3 CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
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. FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ON SITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 10-12 RAT DROPPINGS BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA UNDER SYRUP DISPENCERS AND SODA LINES, INSIDE OF SMALL CRACKS AND OPENINGS BEHIND BAR AND UNDER ICE CHEST. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TREAT AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SEE REPORT FROM 4-6-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SEAL OPENINGS BEHIND DINING ROOM BAR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
SEE REPORT FROM 4-6-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
SEE REPORT FROM 4-6-2010 FOR DESCRIPTION OF VIOLATION.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA ADJACENT TO KITCHEN,BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER AND BEHIND PATIO AND DINING ROOM BARS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR 6 INCHES TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
APR 6
2010
PASS 3 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. Prep reach in coolers rubber door gaskets ripped. Must repair/replace damaged door gaskets.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Observed accumilated food/dirt build up inside prep area floor drain. Must clean and maintain interior of all unclean floor drains.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. Ceiling light cover in poor repair above dishmachine. Must replace light cover.
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