SEP 7
2016
PASS · 0 violations
LONE STAR BBQ BAR.
Chicago Health Dept
3350 N HARLEM AVE · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected 2016.
4 inspections on record since 2015 · Last inspected Sep 2016.
Last inspected Sep 2016. Records may not reflect current conditions.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
4
VIOLATIONS
18
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
SEP 2016
INSPECTION HISTORY
AUG 30
2016
FAIL 7 violations 2 CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Found front prep hand sink and hand sink in dish area without soap. Instructed to stock with soap and paper towel, hot/cold water at all times. Operator provided soap at both hand sinks during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Found approximately 40 mice droppings in area near ice machine, and in "pick up" area near rear kitchen door. Instructed to remove all droppings, detail clean and sanitize area. Advised to contact pest control for service to minimize pest problem. Serious violation 7-38-020.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
Previous minor violations were not corrected from 5/20/16, report # 1931336. Must correct the following minor violations: #32 NO LID FOR ICE BIN AT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. #34 FLOOR BY COOKING AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP. #38 FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. Serious violation 7-42-090.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Found aluminum foil used as a liner in several places in kitchen area (bottom shelves of prep table, on cooking equipment, etc). Advised aluminum foil is not permitted; all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Operator removed during inspection.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Found black and orange mold like substance in upper interior of ice machine. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize machine.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Found floors with debris and dirt build up under ice machine and "pick up" area. (Must elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floor in this area to allow proper cleaning).) Found grease and dirt build on floors under steam table and prep coolers. Found excessive grease build up on floors in between grill and fryers. Must pull all equipment away from walls and remove grease. Must detail clean all areas, clean and better maintain floors throughout kitchen area.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Instructed to provide thermometers for all refrigeration units. Must display in a conspicuous place inside units.
MAY 20
2016
PASS 6 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NO LID FOR ICE BIN AT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR BY COOKING AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP,
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AND IN WALK-IN COOLER DUSTY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
SOME EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES, MUST PROVIDE UPON NEXT VISIT,
DEC 15
2015
PASS 5 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS WITH STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ON TOP OF (3) PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.--------MUST REFINISH/SEAL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA.-----------MUST PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR (2) ICE BIN BEHIND BAR.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MOP SINK.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA, STORAGE/OFFICE AREA AND INSIDE MOP CLOSET.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO FIX SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK INSIDE MEN'S WASHROOM.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND REORGANIZE REAR OFFICE/STORAGE ROOM TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.---------ALL MOPS AND BROOMS MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
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