FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
ALTITUDE CHICAGO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 4, 2024
Canvass
License #2689164
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WAS PROVIDED DURING THE INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY WITH A MINIMUM OF 2 PEST INSPECTION REPORTS PER YEAR PROVIDED INSIDE OF THE LOG BOOK AND AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WAS PROVIDED DURING THE INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FROM A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY WITH A MINIMUM OF 2 PEST INSPECTION REPORTS PER YEAR PROVIDED INSIDE OF THE LOG BOOK AND AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection