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AMERICAN AIRLINES ADMIRALS LOUNGE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
AMERICAN AIRLINES ADMIRALS LOUNGE
(AKA: AMERICAN AIRLINES (T3-H/K))
11601 W TOUHY AVE, CHICAGO 60666
Restaurant
April 14, 2025
Canvass
License #2516647
4
Total Violations
4
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NOTED TEMPERATURE OF THE FINAL RINSE HIGH TEMERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE TO BE AT 198F.(NORMAL RANGE 180F TO 194F). INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINED AND READING BETWEEN I80F TO 194F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF ASSORTED TCS FOOD ITEMS AT HOT THE BUFFET LINE TO BE IMPROPER:-SAUSAGE 124.6F, EGGS 128.8F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLERS TO BE IMPROPER:- CHIA OATMEAL 65.4F, EGGS 55.3F, FRIUTS 47.8F, VEGGIE SALAD 48.1F, YOGURT 49.5, PASTA 45.8F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 25 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $253.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. ABOVE VIOLATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #21.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLERS TO BE IMPROPER:- CHIA OATMEAL 65.4F, EGGS 55.3F, FRIUTS 47.8F, VEGGIE SALAD 48.1F, YOGURT 49.5, PASTA 45.8F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 25 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $253.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. ABOVE VIOLATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #21.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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