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HAROLD'S CHICKEN' Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAROLD'S CHICKEN' (AKA: HAROLD'S CHICKEN) 8653 S STATE ST, CHICAGO 60619 Restaurant
November 24, 2021 Complaint License #2373694
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED UNDER THE DEEP FRYING UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CASES OF SODA AND JUICES SITTING ON THE FLOOR. ISTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING FOR ITEMS TO ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND SHELVING INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH FOOD SPILLAGE AND DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS, RUSTED SHELVING AND THE FAN VENTS WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH UNITS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE ON THE SIDE OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MANITAIN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE SPRAYER HOSE LOCATED AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY WITH A HOLE IN THE EXTENSION HOSE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

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