PASS
Risk 1 (High)
FAMOUS GRILL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
May 8, 2025
Complaint
License #2961604
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE 3 FREEZER UNITS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND 1 FREEZER IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED BULK FLOUR CONTAINERS STORING FISH AND CHICKEN FLOUR MIX IN FOOD PREP AREA UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER WITH FOOD GRADE LIDS/COVERINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF SINGLE USE TO GO CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND STORE PROPERLY
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER STORAGE OF SINGLE USE TO GO CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT AND STORE PROPERLY
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection