PASS Risk 2 (Medium)

DAT DONUT Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DAT DONUT 8251 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, CHICAGO 60619 Restaurant
April 4, 2023 License License #2900878
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 4, 2023. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 6 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK AT THE FRONT SERVICE/FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
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.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATION UNITS CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED A BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINER STORED IN THE AREA WHERE THE DONUT DOUGH IS ROLLED AND PREPARED NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED MULTIPLE ELECTRICAL, INSECT CONTROL DEVICE INSTALLED ABOVE A FOOD PREP TABLES AND FOOD IN THE FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER TO RELOCATE SAID INSECT CONTROL DEVICES, SO THAT THE DEVICES ARE NOT LOCATED OVER A FOOD PREPARATION AREAS AND EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA, IN THE MIDDLE OF A COOLING RACK WITH DONUTS AND THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT A SPLASH GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARD OR RELOCATE SAID COOLING RACK WITH THE DOUGHNUTS.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
Violation #39
MAJOR
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED A HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA, IN THE MIDDLE OF A COOLING RACK WITH DONUTS AND THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT A SPLASH GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SPLASH GUARD OR RELOCATE SAID COOLING RACK WITH THE DOUGHNUTS.
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections