PASS
Risk 1 (High)
FRANCONELLO'S Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 5, 2026
Canvass
License #2595883
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 5, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: FOUND THE LID OF THE ICE MACHINE BEHIND THE 1ST FL BAR AREA AJAR. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP LID CLOSED WHEN NOT IN USE TO PREVENT ANY CONTAMINATION. MAINTAIN SAME.
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 #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: FOUND WIPING CLOTH ON TOP OF THE TABLE IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A BUCKET/CONTAINER OF SANITIZER (SANITIZER MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE.
Why This Matters
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Specific Requirements
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.14
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND THE ICE SCOOP IN THE BAR AREA ON THE 1ST FL STORED ON TOP OF THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN ICE HANDLE UP OR IN A CLEAN BIN/CONTAINER. MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: FOUND THE ICE SCOOP IN THE BAR AREA ON THE 1ST FL STORED ON TOP OF THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN ICE HANDLE UP OR IN A CLEAN BIN/CONTAINER. MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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