PASS
Risk 1 (High)
BREAKFAST HOUSE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
February 3, 2025
Canvass
License #2887038
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOOD ITEMS SUCH AS COOKED PROTEINS, BEANS, AND SAUCES STORED COVERED WITH FOOD-GRADE PLASTIC WRAP WHILE COOLING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS LOOSELY-COVERED OR UNCOVERED (IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION) WHILE COOLING TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE HEAT TRANSFER AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, GRIDDLE, DEEP FRYERS, SALAMANDER OVEN) ALONG THE MAIN COOK LINE TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, INCLUDING SIDES OF EQUIPMENT AND GREASE SPLASH PLATES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF GREASE, DEBRIS, AND OTHER SOILS AND MAINTAIN.
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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTDOOR GREASE WASTE RECEPTACLE GRATE TO BE HEAVILY-SOILED WITH LARGE GREASE DEPOSITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OUTDOOR GREASE WASTE RECEPTACLE GRATE AND EXTERIOR AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF GREASE AND OTHER SOILS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR-MOUNTED UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND OTHER SOILS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND FLOOR-MOUNTED PLUMBING FIXTURES SUCH AS UTILITY SINK AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND MANTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOOR-MOUNTED UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO BE HEAVILY SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND OTHER SOILS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND FLOOR-MOUNTED PLUMBING FIXTURES SUCH AS UTILITY SINK AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND MANTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection