Food Safety Report: Baba's Buffalo Famous Crispy Chicken & Lemonade, 5360 W Division St , Chicago, Il, USA.

5360 West Division Street, Chicago, 60651 Illinois, United States

Report date: Nov 14, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no soap at handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Instructed soap shall be available at all handwashing sinks at all times. Corrected on site soap provided at handwashing sink. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) consolidated violation.

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no paper towels at handwashing sink in dishwashing area. Instructed hand drying provisions shall be available at all handwashing sinks at all times. Corrected on site paper towels provided for handwashing sink. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) consolidated with violation above citation issued.

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed large white containers with seasoning and flour not labeled in front prep near handwashing sink. Instructed to label all food storage containers with common name of food when not in original container.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed opening at base of rear exit door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed rust on silver shelving unit in walkin cooler and on shelving units of one door refrigerator in front prep. Instructed to remove rust from shelves or replace shelving units, non-food contact surfaces shall be smooth for ease of cleanability. Observed cardboard used as shelf liner in dessert cooler and underneath flattop gril on prep table. Instructed to remove cardboard shelf liners, nonfood contact surfaces shall be smooth for ease of cleanability.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed black substance on interior shelving and dust on exterior of soda two door cooler in front prep. Instructed to detail clean and maintain. Observed brown buildup underneath flat top grill. Instructed to clean and maintain.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed self closing device on washroom door removed. Instructed to install self closing device on washroom door and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed leaves and dirt in rear along wall next to exit door and behind hot water tank. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed floor underneath handwashing sink and next to handwashing sink with dirt and debris along wall. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed dirt and food debris next to and behind flattop grill. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed stained ceiling tiles in rear near exit door and above three compartment sink. Instructed to replace stained ceiling tiles and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed mop drying against wall in mop sink. Instructed to install mop rack for proper drainage and drying of mops to prevent pest breeding.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed dusty ceiling vent cover in washroom. Instructed to clean and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed non-working light in hood. Instructed to replace light bulb and maintain.

Source: chicago.gov