FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CHICK-FIL-A Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 11, 2022
Complaint
License #2767043
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM BOTTOM OF REFRIGERATOR WHERE CHICKEN IS STORED.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE AT HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE SANITIZING AT 75.0F. THE TEMPERATURE OF WASH SOLUTION THAT USES HOT WATER TO SANITIZE IN A HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE MUST BE AT LEAST 150.0F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE AT HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE SANITIZING AT 75.0F. THE TEMPERATURE OF WASH SOLUTION THAT USES HOT WATER TO SANITIZE IN A HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE MUST BE AT LEAST 150.0F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection