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DUNKIN DONUTS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

DUNKIN DONUTS 7578 N WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO 60645 Restaurant
December 2, 2016 Canvass License #1273761
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT 1632071, DATED 2/22/2016. VIOLATIONS INCLUDE; #33; OBSERVED DARK GROOVES ON CUTTING BOARD FOR DRIVE THRU. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE TO REMOVE DARK GROOVES. IF DARK GROOVES CANNOT BE REMOVED, REPLACE CUTTING BOARD. #38; OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAR DRIVE THRU IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN VIOLATIONS STILL EXISTS. SERIOUS 7-42-090.
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON COOLER #5, BEHIND THE FRONT COUNTER, AND THE GASKET ON THE WALK IN FREEZER IS BROKEN AT THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED CONTACT SURFACES AROUND THE BEVERAGE STATION IN THE DRIVE THRU NOT CLEAN. ALSO, EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION ON THE DOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CONTACT SURFACES AND REPAIR GASKET ON DOOR TO PREVENT ICE ACCUMULATION AND MAINTAIN.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS (CORNERS) NOT CLEAN IN THE REAR PREP AREA AND UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE TILES AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED PIPE LEAKING UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DRIVE THRU AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PIPE 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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED PIPE LEAKING UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DRIVE THRU AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PIPE 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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