FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 27, 2013
Complaint
License #1696544
8
Total Violations
5
Critical
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: DURING INSPECTION FOUND EVIDENCE THAT PEST CONTROL PROVIDED SERVICE 9/26/2013. FOUND 15 DEAD ROACHES UNDER THE PREP TABLE FLOORS AND LOWER TABLE SHELVING. DID FIND MORE THAN 45 LIVE SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT PREMISES ON THE WALLS IN THE REAR PREP AREA, WALLS AT THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE AREA AND WALLS ALONG THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOMS.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL ABOVE STATED AREAS. RECOMMENDED ADDITONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE PRIOR TO 10/4/2013. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: DUTING INSPECTION FOUND PREVIOUS MINOR NOT CORRECTED. PLEASE SEE BELOW: Monday, March 18, 2013 Violation Type: Observation Type: Out Correct By: Tuesday, June 18, 2013 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN FRONT OF 3COMP SINK AREA.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REGROUT FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER CLOSEST TO THE DOOR, IN FRONT OF THE MOP SINK AREA AND IN FRONT OF THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK CLOSEST TO THE 1DR REACH REFRIGERATOR SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE 15 DEAD ROACHES FROM UNDER THE PREP TABLE FLOORS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ABOVE MENTIONED AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMP SINK, UTILITY SINK AND UNDER THE SODA LINES ABOVE THE FLOOR IN THE INTERIOR CABINET AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKING SODA LINE AT THE SODA DISPENSING MACHINE LOCATED AT THE INTERIOR OF THE CABINET. THERE IS ALSO A LEAKY WATER LINE AT SAME AREA. MUST REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKING CLEAN WATER PIPE AT THE BASE OF THE TOILET WATER TANK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR LEAKING CLEAN WATER PIPE AT THE BASE OF THE TOILET WATER TANK.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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