Chicagoland Deli International, Inc in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

CHICAGO, IL - Chicagoland Deli International, Inc received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/17/2023.

Situated at 3956 N NARRAGANSETT AVE, the establishment is part of Dunning's active food service sector. The Dunning area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation involved pest control. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed Gap Opening at Bottom of Rear Exit Door.instructed to Make Door Tight Fitting All Across the Bottom to Prevent Pest Entry and Maintain.. 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. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

The second violation concerned pest management. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Instructed to Detail Clean and Organize Rear Storage Room and Remove Unnecessary Articles Due to Potential Pest Harborage and Elevate Mops,brooms Cleaning Equipments Off the Floor at Least 6" Inches to Facilitate Cleaning.. 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. Rodents can transmit Salmonella, Hantavirus, and other serious pathogens through their droppings and urine.

The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Adequate Ventilation & Lighting. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The fourth violation related to hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Designated Areas Used - Comments: Instructed to Remove Accumulation of Dust Build-up on Ceiling Ventilation Cover in Washroom and on Ceiling Fan Blades Above the Front Food Prep Area and to Maintain.. 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.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/17/2023 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.