FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
CRUMBL COOKIES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
December 28, 2022
License
License #2882090
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED THE SANITIZER DISPENSER ON THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. THE DISPENSER WAS AT 0 PPM AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A FOOD-GRADE SANITIZER TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE DISHES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, NOT CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: NOTED THE INCORRECT SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. THE MANAGER HAS CHLROINE TEST STRIPS, BUT THEY ARE USING A SANITIZER THAT IS COMPATIBLE WITH QUAT-AMMONIA TEST STRIPS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT COMPATIBLE WITH THE SANITIZER BEING USED TO SANITIZE DISHES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO 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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE TWO EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH A SLOW DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPIAR AND MAINTAIN SAID EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A LEAK AT THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID LEAK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A LEAK AT THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID LEAK.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection