Popeyes Famous Fried Chicken

June 21, 2010 · Fail

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official resultFail
resultFail
inspection typeComplaint
failed findings8
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. NORTH AND SOUTH DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOORS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. OBSERVED 3 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE CHICKEN AND BATTER IN REAR PREP AREA, 2 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE 3-COMP SINK, 3 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE COUNTER AND POP MACHINE ALONG SOUTH WALL, 2 FLYING INSECTS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER ABOVE HOT HOLDING UNIT, 4 FLYING INSECTS IN REAR NEAR ICE MACHINE AND UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H64451 COURT DATE 7-29-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107
code 18
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. NON TOXIC PAINT FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN OFFICE (CHIPPED PAINT).
code 32
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. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, FRYERS, HOLDING UNITS, COUNTERS, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES (FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, GREASE BUILDUP).
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. GROUT ALL LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT (COOLERS, FREEZERS FRYERS, HOLDING UNITS, SINKS, PREP TABLES, COUNTERS, ETC) ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, (ALONG BASEBOARDS UNDER FRONT COUNTER, BETWEEN TILES IN REAR PREP AREA), AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS AND ABOVE TANKS IN REAR PREP AREA, ETC.
code 35
thermometers missing

Official wording: Lighting: Required Minimum Foot-Candles Of Light Provided, Fixtures Shielded
Inspector note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA AND PROVIDE LIGHT IN WOMEN WASHROOM.
code 36
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. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP 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. REMOVE LITTER AROUND DUMPSTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES INSIDE ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PEST BREEDING.
code 41

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