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HAPPY FOODS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

HAPPY FOODS 6415 N CENTRAL AVE, CHICAGO 60646 Grocery Store
April 24, 2025 Canvass License #2993470
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN KITCHEN AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED OLD SOAP DISPENSOR AND PAPER TOWEL HOLDER AT UTILITY SINK IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK COMING FROM PIPE IN CEILING OF BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #52
MAJOR
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED GREASE TRAP IN MEAT ROOM BACKS UP AND OVERFLOWS WITH WATER WHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK OR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN MEAT ROOM ARE TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREAE ON EXTERIOR OF OUTDOOR USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED NEXT TO LOADING DOCK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREAE ON EXTERIOR OF OUTDOOR USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER LOCATED NEXT TO LOADING DOCK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

Health Department Information

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