PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CHIPOTLE MEXICAN GRILL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 22, 2019
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License #1496019
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKS ALONG DRAINBOARD OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK CAUSING WATER TO DRAIN ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DRAINBOARD AND MAINTAIN.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED GROUT MISSING BEHIND FRONT LINE NEAR COLD HOLD UNIT, IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR HANDWASHING SINK AND ICE MACHINE, IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LOWER DOOR FRAME ON REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR(RUSTED). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DOOR FRAME 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: OBSERVED GROUT MISSING BEHIND FRONT LINE NEAR COLD HOLD UNIT, IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR HANDWASHING SINK AND ICE MACHINE, IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED LOWER DOOR FRAME ON REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR(RUSTED). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DOOR FRAME 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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