PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Central/West Center Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Golden diner
November 12, 2021
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License #2098637
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD RECEIVED AT PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF DELIVERED 35-TCS BOXED INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED COLD MEALS DURING INSPECTION SUCH AS MILK 44.0F,46.3F POTATO SALAD,46.0F GARDEN SALAD W/BOILED EGG AND 46.1F HAM SANDWICH. EMPLOYEES WERE INSTRUCTED BY DIRECTOR TO SEND MEALS BACK WITH DRIVER .PRODUCT WAS NOT DISCARDED DURING INSPECTION.(PRIORITY 7-38-005).
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #12.
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: SEE VIOLATION #12.
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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