FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
DUNKIN DONUTS/BASKIN ROBBINS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
June 2, 2023
Complaint
License #2340680
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER CLEANING PROCEDURE. NOTED FEMALE EMPLOYEE AT THE FRONT COFFEE STATION, NEAR THE CASH REGISTER WASH HANDS AND USE A BLUE, SOILED WIPING CLOTH USED TO WIPE TABLES AND THEN PREPARED ICED DRINKS. INSTRUCTED MUST USE A PROPER HAND DRYING PROVISION THAT IS DESIGNED FOR SINGLE USE. PRIORITY 7-38-010, CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED PINK AND BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE ICE PANEL INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE ABOVE THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN ELECTRICAL, INSECT CONTROL DEVICE ABOVE A FOOD PREP TABLE NEAR THE SERVICE WINDOW AT THE FRONT OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SAID INSECT CONTROL DEVICE AND MAINTAIN
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN ELECTRICAL, INSECT CONTROL DEVICE ABOVE A FOOD PREP TABLE NEAR THE SERVICE WINDOW AT THE FRONT OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SAID INSECT CONTROL DEVICE AND MAINTAIN
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection