DICOLA SEAFOOD in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/14/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at DICOLA SEAFOOD in an inspection dated 04/14/2023.

Situated at 10754 S WESTERN AVE, the establishment is part of Beverly's active food service sector. The Beverly area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: Observed Timed Faucet Not Functioning Properly at Hand Washing Sink in Women Washroom. Water Must Run Continuously for at Least 15 Seconds Before Reactivating Faucet.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. The CDC identifies poor hand hygiene as a leading contributor to foodborne illness outbreaks.

The second violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed 1/2" Gap Between Rear Exit Doors. Instructed Manager to Seal All Outer Openings on Doors to Prevent Pest Entry.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.

The third violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed Over 60 Mice Droppings Scattered on Standing Mixer, on Floor Along Walls Behind Stove and Under Prep Tables in Rear Prep Area, on Floor in Dish Washing Area, Under Pallet in Breakroom Near Women Washroom , on Electrical Box on Shelving Unit Along West Wall in Rear Storage Area Behind Breakroom. Instructed Manager to Call an Exterminator for Service, Clean and Sanitize All Areas. Priority Foundation 7-38-020(a) Citation Issued. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.

The fourth violation concerned storage procedures. Inspectors documented: Single-use/single-service Articles: Properly Stored & Used - Comments: Observed Single Service Articles Stored on. Allergen cross-contact during storage can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/14/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.