FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
73 ST HAROLDS CHICKEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 29, 2025
Short Form Complaint
License #3020713
6
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #38
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND A DEAD MOUSE ON A MOUSE TRAP ON THE FLOOR INSIDE OF THE FURNACE CLOSET; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND RODENT AND PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE UTILITY SINK, IN THE FURNACE CLOSET AND ON THE LOWER SHELF UNDER THE FRONT SERVING COUNTER; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. OBSERVED LIVE FLIES ON PREMISES IN KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: FOUND NO DRAINBOARD AT THREE COMP SINK AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD AT SINK.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, BOTTOMS OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FRYERS, STORAGE SHELVES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (FLOUR CORN MEAL), ROLLING CARTS.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT UTILITY SINK AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT UTILITY SINK AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT UTILITY SINK AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT UTILITY SINK AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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