GILT BAR/ DOUGHNUT VAULT/ CICCIO MIO in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at GILT BAR/ DOUGHNUT VAULT/ CICCIO MIO during a routine inspection conducted on 04/17/2023.

Situated at 226-230 W KINZIE ST, the establishment is part of River North's active food service sector. The River North area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation related to hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Adequate Handwashing Sinks Properly Supplied and Accessible - Comments: a Sign or Poster That Notifies Food Employees to Wash Their Hands Is Not Provided at Handwashing Sinks in the Bars, Employee Restroom, and Doughnut Handsink Used By Food Employees. Provide a Clearly Visible Handwashing Sign at Each Hand Sink.. 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 second violation concerned supervisory requirements. Inspectors documented: Required Records Available: Shellstock Tags, Parasite Destruction - Comments: the Date When the Last Shellstock Was Sold Is Not Recorded on All Shellstock Tags That Were Provided on Site. the Facility Must Record the Date When the Last Shellstock Was Sold. Facility Manager Went Through All Invoice Receipts in House to Verify When Last Shellstock Items Were Sold Per Tag. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-005 Citation Issued.. The FDA Food Code mandates that at least one employee with supervisory responsibility be a certified food protection manager to ensure active managerial control. For more information, see FDA certified food protection manager requirements. Untrained employees may unknowingly create food safety hazards.

The third violation concerned pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Exterior Side Exit Door Near Bar Has an Opened Gap on Bottom Corner of Door Which Allows for Pests. Exterior Doors Shall Be: Self-closing, Solid and Tight Fitting, and Limited to Designated Use.. 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 fourth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Contamination Prevented Dur. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

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 04/17/2023 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.