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Mariano's, 1800 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL, USA

3 years ago

1800 West Lawrence Avenue, Chicago, 60640 Illinois, United States

Report date: Jun 9, 2020
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed improper hot water temperature at hand washing sink in front meat serving area at 94. 5f, hot water temperature at hand washing sink at smoothie/gelato bar found at 73. 4f and hot water temperature at hand washing sink in family restroom on first floor found at 83. 9f. Instructed manager hot water temperature must be at least 100. 0f through a mixing valve or combination faucet. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c).

14. Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
- comments: observed establishment is selling clams with no shellstock tag attached to food item on display (meat department). Upon arriving, employee was sorting out tags in small filing folder without record of the last shellstock sold on tag. Instructed manager shellstock tags must remain attached to the containers in which the shellstock are recieved until the container is empty. Also, when the last shellstock is sold/served you must record the date on the tag and keep on file for 90 days. Priority foundation. 7-38-005.

21. Proper hot holding temperatures
- comments: observed pulled pork and beef brisket at an improper hot holding temperature at rear pizza/sandwich prep area. Temperature of pulled pork found at 129. 4f and temperature of beef brisket found at 130. 2f. Instructed manager proper hot holding temperature must be at 135. 0f or higher. Instructed manager to discard and denature food immediately. Food weighing approximately 150 lbs at a cost of approximately $300. 00. Priority violation. 7-38-005.

33. Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
- comments: observed an improper ambient temperature of 120. 5f in hot holding unit at rear pizza prep area. Instructed manager proper ambient temperature must be at 135. 0f or higher throughout hot holding unit to properly store food items. Tagged hot holding unit held for inspection. Must contact cdph for re-inspection. Priority violation. 7-38-005.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed no pest control log book during time of inspection. Instructed manager to provide a contract with a licensed exterminator who will provide insect and vermin services at the establishment at least twice a year. The log book must also include a copy of the reports as well as the illinois department of public health pest control license number. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(c).

39. Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
- comments: observed numerous of milk crates stored directly on floor in walk in cooler in rear dairy section. Must elevate at least 6 inches above the floor to prevent contamination.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: observed cutting boards in rear meat prep area with dark stains and deep grooves. Instructed to detail clean/powerwash and maintain.

53. Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
- comments: observed no available toilet paper in family restroom on first floor. Must provide toilet paper at all times. Priority foundation. 7-38-010.

Source: chicago.gov

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Closure Date: 03/13/2024

Violations:
- High Priority - Roach activity present as evidenced by live roaches found. Observed one live roach fall out of reach in freezer on cook line. **Warning**

- High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 100... See More rodent droppings behind bar in dining room. **Warning**

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Closure Date: 03/14/2024

Violations:
- High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately 50 rodent droppings under dry food storage shelves in dry storage area. Observed approximately 40 rodent droppings around water heater in dry storage area. Observed approximately 6 rodent... See More droppings on a plate in the dry storage area. **Warning**

- High Priority - Toxic substance/chemical improperly stored. Bottles of bleach stored next to food in the dry storage area. Owner removed the bleach. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

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Closure Date: 03/12/2024

Violations:
- High Priority - Food contaminated by live flying insects and operator continued to serve food. See stop sale. **Warning**

- High Priority - Food/ice received from unapproved source/no invoice provided to verify source. See Stop Sale. 35 Vieski lemonade bottles. **Admin Complaint**... See More

- High Priority - Live, small flying insects in kitchen, food preparation area, food storage area and/or bar area. 1 flying around behind cashier in the dining room 2 on salad mix( lettuce ,sliced tomatoes,shredded carrots) in a container on table in the kitchen 1 flying around in the kitchen 10 on rice bags in dry food storage room 1 flying around by another shelf in the dry food storage room 1 on green pepper box in dry food storage room. **Warning**

- High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. 2 rodent droppings on floor behind white foam bowls box in between chest freezer and beverage cooler in the dining room. 7 rodent droppings on floor behind beverage cooler in the dining room 2 rodent droppings on floor in air handler closet in the hallway in the dining room. **Warning**

- High Priority - Rodent rub marks present along walls/ceilings. Rodent rub marks on cabinet door and door frame of the cabinet at front counter cashier area, clothings stuffed in holes inside the cabinet. **Warning**

- High Priority - Stop Sale issued due to food originating from an unapproved source. 35 Vieski lemonade bottles **Warning**

- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Salad mix 70 f in a container on the table cold holding . Stop sale issued ( contaminated by small flying insects ) **Warning**

- High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food, other than whole meat roast, hot held at less than 135 degrees Fahrenheit. Hard boiled eggs 92 f, boiled plantains 114 f hot holding. Manager discarded both **Warning**

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Closure Date: 03/07/2024

Reasons:
"Back storage room was investigated first and observed strong urine smell, rodent feces on all floors along walls, and on some equipment not in use. Deceased rodent observed on sticky trap under storage shelf.”

The facility was closed due to evidence of a... See More rodent infestation and the inspectors continued their investigation.

They “observed two more deceased rodents on sticky traps.”

Other areas were also out of compliance - including areas under and behind equipment in the kitchen that needed to be cleaned and sealed.

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Closure Date: 03/16/2024

Violation:
- High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Rodent activity present as evidenced by rodent droppings found. Observed approximately twenty-nine rodent droppings in the following locations: approximately ten on floor around drink station in kitchen, approximately five on floor... See More near 3compartment sink in kitchen, approximately three under prep table in kitchen, approximately six on counter near computer in kitchen, one on clean pan on rack in make-line location, one on floor in walk in cooler, and approximately three on floor behind popcorn maker/freezer behind front counter. **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-16: During callback, observed three rodent droppings in the following locations: two on floor near back drink machine in kitchen and one on floor under back hand sink in kitchen. **Time Extended**

Source: Florida Department of Health
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Report date: Mar 22, 2024
10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: observed the employee's toilet room not maintained. No cold water. Instructed to provide cold water per city code and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments:... See More observed tcs foods held in the front display cooler at improper temperatures. Temperatures ranged from 46. 2f to 56. 4f and included: ham, tuna, turkey, eggs, chicken, pepperoni, salami, cold cut combo and cheese. Manager discarded all items, a combined weight of approximately 30lbs. Valued at approximately $100. 00. Instructed to monitor and keep cold foods at 41f or less. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

41. Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
- comments: observed wiping cloth not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed the lower surface of the cabinet under the beverage station with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain cabinet surface.

Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Mar 22, 2024
37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: observed bulk container not labeled in chicken prep area. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
-... See More comments: observed damaged gasket along side of walk-in cooler door. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed accumulated grease buildup and food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, wheels and bases of fryers, holding units, shelving units, prep tables, rolling carts, coolers, freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup under all cooking equipment, holding units, prep tables, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Observed stained ceiling tiles in sales and storage areas, dust buildup on light shields and ceiling vents in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed water damaged ceiling in men washroom. Observed missing floor drain cover in chicken prep area instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

60. Previous core violation corrected
- comments: previous core violation not corrected from report #2579098 on 7-26-23:55-must repair or replace damaged, broken and missing wall bases throughout premises including walk in cooler, wall trim in walk in cooler & north vestibule,holes in walls behind hot water tank and mop sink. Missing ceiling tile in hot water tank area. Must grout floors throughout premises. 57-observed no food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued

61. Summary report displayed and visible to the public
- comments: observed no summary report posted and visible to customers. Summary report shall be posted and visible at all times to customers. Prioirty foundation 7-42-010b citation issued

Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Mar 26, 2024
38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed rodent activity on the premises. 100 found in various areas: the rear toddler classroom (by the infant room) in the toilet room along the side of the washbowl; around the refrigerator in... See More the rear of the toddler classroom, in the infant room-rear; around the 3-compartment and hand washing sink in the kitchen area. Instructed to remove all rodent droppings, clean/sanitize the affected areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020 (a) citation issued

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: observed the cabinets under all of the washbowls in the toilet rooms in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and to maintain all to remove dirt, cleaner spills and debris.

51. Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
- comments: observed a leak at the base of the faucet on the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to fix the leak and maintain the sink.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed a hole in the wall above the toilet in the toilet room in the rear toddler classroom; opening in the lower corner on the wall in the toilet room where the rodent activity was found; opening under the 2-compartment sink. Instructed to seal all openings and holes in the walls throughout as needed.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed the floors in all of the corners and under/around all heavy equipment in the classrooms, laundry room, storage rooms, utility, electrical closets and kitchen with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors throughout. Also, the vent in the hallway by the kitchen and staff toilet room with thick dirt/dust. Instructed to clean and maintain vent.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: observed clutter in the rear unused classroom and all of the storage rooms. Instructed to eliminate clutter, elevate all items at least 6' off the floor and organize all areas with clutter. Maintain same.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed the mechanical ventilation in the staff's toilet room not working. Instructed to fix and maintain.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: observed the 3 lights in the kitchen with no bulbs causing the area not to be well lit. Instructed to provide bulbs and maintain a well lit area per city code.

Source: chicago.gov
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Report date: Mar 26, 2024
1. Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
- comments: pic doesn't have a valid certified food managers certificate posted to view. Must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-012)

2. City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
- comments: observed... See More no valid certified food managers certificate posted to view for food manager on duty only an expired certificate while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,mashed potatoe,cole slaw,etc). Must provide and maintain. (priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

8. Hands clean & properly washed
- comments: observed poor hygienic practicies by male food handler observed him go into the dining area and then returned to rear kitchen area and handle a pan to put food on without washing hands when he returned into food prep area. Must wash hands after every possible contamination. (priority 7-38-010)(citation issued)(cos)

10. Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
- comments: must repair or replace leaky pipe at front hand sink near drive-thru.

22. Proper cold holding temperatures
- comments: observed improper temperature of tcs foods such as 2. 5lbs. Pre-cooked chicken tenders ranging from 46. 2f-52. 9f on a rack inside of walk in cooler. Product was discarded by manager must have cold holding foods at 41. 0f or below. Appx. 2. 5lbs. $60. (cos)(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)

37. Food properly labeled; original container
- comments: 3-302. 12 : must label shaker when food is not in original package.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: 6-202. 15 : observed rear door bent bristles at door sweep must repair or replace to be tight fitting.

38. Insects, rodents, & animals not present
- comments: observed evidence of appx. 8-10 live small flies flying around in dining area and rear storage area and 2-4 live large flies in vestibule and rear storage area. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 3/26/24. (priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

40. Personal cleanliness
- comments: 2-402. 11 : observed male food handler with a long beard must provide a beard guard and maintain.

47. Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
- comments: 4-501. 11 : must repair or replace loose door handle on hot holding cabinet.

49. Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
- comments: 4-601. 11(c) : must clean excessive grease and food debris build up on interior and exterior of hot & cold holding units,prep tables, shelving units,storage racks,pipes of cooking equipment,fryer cabinets and wheel bases,fryer filter,soda caddy,oven & cart,walk in cooler- rolling carts,shelving units,fan guard covers.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-201. 11 : must clean debris ,dust and splatter build up from walls and ceilings throughout premises.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-201. 16 : must scrape and paint chipping paint and grafitti from walls in men's toilet room and lobby area.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-501. 13 : must clean debris build up from mop sink floor drain,walk in cooler & freezer. Must remove standing water under hot holding unit and dish washing area and keep dry.

55. Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
- comments: 6-201. 13 : must repair or replace damaged flooring and concrete where needed,wall bases in mop sink area.

56. Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
- comments: 6-501. 14 : must clean debris build up on filters and hood of cooking equipment.

Source: chicago.gov
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