PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
CHICK-FIL-A STATE AND LAKE INLINE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 16, 2021
Suspected Food Poisoning
License #2703897
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 16, 2021. The inspection type was "Suspected Food Poisoning" 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 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND 2 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN STORED ABOVE PREP COOLER WELL AT 48.4F, 20 LBS OF DAIRY/EGGS LIQUID TO DIP CHICKEN BEFORE BREADING AT 53.4F STORED IN TIGHT FITTING LARGE PLASTIC TUBS IN WALK-IN COOLER . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP SUCH FOODS HELD AT 41F OR LOWER. FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED VALUED AT $20. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MISSING THERMOMETER IN FRONT PREP COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IN WARMEST PART OF COOLER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: TRAYS ABOVE ICE BINS AT FRONT SERVICE LINSE SODA STATION NOT CLEAN, STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: TRAYS ABOVE ICE BINS AT FRONT SERVICE LINSE SODA STATION NOT CLEAN, STANDING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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