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Erie Cafe

November 1, 2011 · Pass w/ Conditions

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official resultPass w/ Conditions
resultPass w/ Conditions
inspection typeComplaint-Fire
failed findings6
critical findings1

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Failed findings

Wash And Rinse Water: Clean And Proper Temperaturecritical

Inspector note: Hand washing of all tableware and drinking utensils shall be accomplished by the use of warm water at a temperature of 110F to 120F containing an adequate amount of detergent effective to remove grease and solids. OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE 2ND FLOOR BAR. WATER TEMPERATURE WAS AT 100F AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WAS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. THERE IS A 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE OTHER 2 BARS, THE PREP AREA AND A HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN THE PREP AREA TO WASH DISHES. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. FAX REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
code 7Priority
Food And Non-Food Contact Surfaces Properly Designed, Constructed And Maintained

Inspector note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE. OBSERVED RUSTED WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE COOLERS. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE ICE BINS BEHIND THE BAR IN THE BANQUET ROOM. REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.
code 32
Floors: Constructed Per Code, Cleaned, Good Repair, Coving Installed, Dust-Less Cleaning Methods Used

Inspector note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT, IN THE BASEMENT WINE STORAGE ROOM. EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF WATER ON THE FLOOR OF THE DISHWASH AREA AND BASEMENT WINE STORAGE ROOM. MAINTAIN THESE AREAS DRY.
code 34
Walls, Ceilings, Attached Equipment Constructed Per Code: Good Repair, Surfaces Clean And Dust-Less Cleaning Methods

Inspector note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR THE WALL BEHIND THE SINK IN THE 2ND FLOOR RESTROOM NEXT TO THE BAR.
code 35
food improperly labeled

Official wording: Toilet Room Doors Self Closing: Dressing Rooms With Lockers Provided: Complete Separation From Living/Sleeping Quarters
Inspector note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE FOR THE 2ND FLOOR RESTROOMS.
code 37
pests in the house

Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
Inspector note: NO COLD WATER AVAILABLE AT THE 2ND FLOOR RESTROOM NEXT TO THE BAR. MUST REPAIR.
code 38

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Fail on October 25, 2011: 6 findings appeared for the first time.

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