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Philly's Best

April 11, 2012 · 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.DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED 20 DRAIN FLIES ON CEILING TILES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDE SERVICE PRIOR TO 4/18/2012.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 H000076809 14 COURT DATE 5/31/2012 1100AM RM 112 400 W SUPERIOR CHGO,IL PLEASE SEE BACK OF CITATION FOR PREPAYMENT INFORMATION AND PAYMENT LOCATIONS.
code 18
Outside Garbage Waste Grease And Storage Area; Clean, Rodent Proof, All Containers Covered

Inspector note: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED DURING INSPECTION. EXCESS GARBAGE IS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND CARD BOARD BOXES WITH LIDS OPEN. ALSO OBSERVED FLOOR AROUND TRASH CONTAINER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN ALL AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREAS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 H000076809 14 COURT DATE 5/31/2012 1100AM RM 112 400 W SUPERIOR CHGO,IL PLEASE SEE BACK OF CITATION FOR PREPAYMENT INFORMATION AND PAYMENT LOCATIONS.
code 19
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.MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN UNDER GRILLS TO REMOVE EXCESS FOOD DEBRI. ALSO MUST CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVES OF COOLERS.
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.MUST CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
code 34
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.MUST TIGHTEN HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT REAR KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSAND SINK.
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.MUST BETTER ORGANIZE AND DECLUTTER DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT.ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
code 41

What changed since the previous inspection?

Compared with Pass on February 17, 2011: 3 findings appeared for the first time. 3 findings recurred.

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