FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
FREDDIES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 27, 2020
Complaint
License #2262795
8
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE OR KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #60.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #41
MAJOR
Violation Details
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #60.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM LID HAS AN OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LID WITH NO OPENING.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #60.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #60
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2306230, DATED 03/16/2020 NOT CORRECTED OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: -40. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND HANDLING FOOD. -41. WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE PROPER PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. -49.FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS WITH EXCESS GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -55. FOUND THE FLOORS UNDER/AROUND THE DEEP FRYERS, COOLERS, IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER THE STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.
Specific Requirements
Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-304.11
Violation #60
CORRECTED
MAJOR
Violation Details
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2306230, DATED 03/16/2020 NOT CORRECTED OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: -40. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND HANDLING FOOD. -41. WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE PROPER PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. -49.FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS WITH EXCESS GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -55. FOUND THE FLOORS UNDER/AROUND THE DEEP FRYERS, COOLERS, IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER THE STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Deviating from approved procedures removes critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Must comply with all approved plans and procedures.
Specific Requirements
Follow approved plans; Maintain required records; Operate as permitted; No unauthorized changes.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-304.11
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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