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Risk 1 (High)
BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL & BAR Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
BUFFALO WILD WINGS GRILL & BAR
(AKA: BUFFALO WILD WINGS)
1832 N CLYBOURN AVE, CHICAGO 60614
Restaurant
June 28, 2022
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #2233277
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: 3-304.14: ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN ALL PREP AREAS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: 4-901.11: HANGED CLEAN UTENSILS FOR AIR-DRY AT SOUTH WALL ACROSS FROM LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE ARE TOO LOW TO FLOOR. MUST RELOCATE TO MINIMIZE THE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15: REPAIR HANDLES AT HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN, NOT EASILY OPERATING.
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: WE OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN ONTO FLOOR AT MAIN BAR FIRST FLOOR. ONCE THE WATER IS TURNED ON AT FAUCETS(HANDWASHING,THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,ETC) FLOOR DRAINS OVERFLOWING(ONE FLOOR DRAIN IN THAT LOCATION,UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDSINKS. A PLUMBER WAS CALLED AT 11:50AM BY THE MANAGER.PROBLEM REPAIRED BY THE MANAGER AT 12:20PM. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.12: CAULKING BETWEEN THE WALL AND LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE. WALLS IN DISHROOM WITH EXCESS GRIMES.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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: 6-201.11: MISSING CEILING TILES AT REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA,REPLACE. BROKEN GROUT AT REPAIRED FLOOR TILES IN DISHROOM, REPAIR
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: 6-201.11: MISSING CEILING TILES AT REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA,REPLACE. BROKEN GROUT AT REPAIRED FLOOR TILES IN DISHROOM, REPAIR
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
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