PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Coleman's Barbeque 2 LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
Coleman's Barbeque 2 LLC
(AKA: Coleman's Barbeque 2)
5752-5754 W CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO 60651
Restaurant
May 5, 2025
Canvass
License #2184968
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT TWO HANDWASHING SINKS ON SITE. FOUND EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM HANDWASHING SINK AT 69.0F AND IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH NO RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT (100�F) AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS WERE REPAIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD. FOUND A FULL PAN OF FRIED CHICKEN WINGS (87.0F-112.0F) STORED ON THE PREP COUNTER ACROSS FROM THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER/PREP AREA. APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS OF PRODUCT WORTH $75 DISCARDED. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD HOT TCS FOODS AT 135�F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. FOUND TWO BAGS OF RAW CHICKEN IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. TEMPERATURES OF THE CHICKEN RANGED 59.1�F-64.9�F. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0�F OR BELOW. APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS OF PRODUCT WORTH $115 DISCARDED. PRIORITY 7-38-005M CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #21.
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 #37
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED SQUIRT BOTTLES AT THE FRONT PREP AREA NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE LOWER OPENINGS UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER WITH SLIGHT FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED SURFACES.
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 #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Violation #57
MINOR
Violation Details
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
Why This Matters
Smoking contaminates hands and food with nicotine and tar residues.
Food Code Requirement
Smoking prohibited in food establishments.
Specific Requirements
No smoking in any part of establishment; Designated areas away from food; Proper signage posted.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-401.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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