Food Safety Report: Oaato African Restaurant, 7118 N Clark St, Chicago, IL, USA.

7118 North Clark Street, Chicago, 60626 Illinois, United States

Report date: Nov 2, 2023
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed no handwashing signs. Signs provided

39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: observed cases of soda and water stored on the floor. Store all cases of soda and water at least 6 inches off the floor on proper shelving.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed tabletop used as food prep table with blender on top not smooth and easily cleanable. The surface must be restored to a smooth and easily cleanable condition and maintained.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed fryers with accumulation of grease. Fryers interior and exterior need to be cleaned in detail and maintained.

50. Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
- comments: observed no hot water throughout the facility at all sinks, including 3 compartments, handink, mop sink and washbowl sink. Priority violation 7-38-030 (c)

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed self-closing device needed on door to washroom close to food prep area. Install and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed too much clutter in the rear with accumulation of unused equipment. Must eliminate all items that are being used in the facility.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed floors under and behind all cooking equipment unclean with heavy grease accumulation. Must detail clean floors and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed single burner stove not under hood. Burner must be under ventilation hood.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed no light shield or shatter proof lightbulbs over food prep-dishwashing area

57. All food employees have food handler training
- comments: observed no proof of food handler training for all food handler employees. Must provide and maintain.

58. Allergen training as required
- comments: observed no proof of allergen training for certified food manager. Must provide.

Source: chicago.gov