Mimi's Churros

March 4, 2010 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeCanvass
failed findings6
critical findings0

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Failed findings

toxic items stored near food

Official wording: No Evidence Of Rodent Or Insect Outer Openings Protected/Rodent Proofed, A Written Log Shall Be Maintained Available To The Inspectors
Inspector note: 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. APPROXIMATELY 20 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN ENCLOSED GARAGE STORAGE AREA & 15 ON FLOOR IN CORNER BEHIND UNUSED ICE CREAM MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA- MUST CLEAN & SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS THROUGHOUT, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS AND RODENT PROOF BOTTOMS OF GARAGE DOOR (1/4 INCH GAP WITH VERY FLIMSY RUBBER ON BOTTOM) AND REAR DOUBLE DOORS(1/8 INCH GAPS NOTED).- CITATION ISSUED- SERIOUS
code 18
food prep surfaces dirty

Official wording: Food And Non-Food Contact Equipment Utensils Clean, Free Of Abrasive Detergents
Inspector note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: SIDES OF & EXTERIORS OF ALL DEEP FRYERS & COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED, INTERIORS OF COOLERS & FREEZERS AS NEEDED, UNUSED EQUIPMENT KEPT ON PREMISES AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT.
code 33
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 ALL FLOORS INCLUDING BASEMENT ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS,BEHIND & UNDERNEATH ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. REPLACE ALL MISSING & CRACKED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT. ALL ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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. CLEAN & PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD PREP AREA. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. REPAIR HOLES IN WALLS IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA BY REAR DOORS AND IN CLOSET WHERE FURNACE IS LOCATED. SEAL ALL LOOSE BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT.
code 35
pests in the house

Official wording: Ventilation: Rooms And Equipment Vented As Required: Plumbing: Installed And Maintained
Inspector note: 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. PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD FOR FLOOR DRAIN AT 3 COMP. SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
code 38
grimy wiping cloths

Official wording: Premises Maintained Free Of Litter, Unnecessary Articles, Cleaning Equipment Properly Stored
Inspector note: 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. ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN ENCLOSED GARAGE STORAGE AREA.
code 41

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