PASS W/ CONDITIONS Risk 1 (High)

BENJYEHUDA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BENJYEHUDA 500 W MADISON ST, CHICAGO 60661 Restaurant
January 30, 2024 Canvass License #2443314
3
Total Violations
3
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 30, 2024. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

3
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Inaccurate probe food thermometer, 10 degrees thermometer was off, facility cook and cool TCS foods on site. Instructed manager to calibrate thermometer frequently. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Re-using food container that are chipped and loose plastic hanging, instructed to use proper multi-use utensils.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Re-using food container that are chipped and loose plastic hanging, instructed to use proper multi-use utensils.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections