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HAROLD'S CHICKEN #71 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAROLD'S CHICKEN #71 (AKA: HAROLD'S CHICKEN #71) 2132 S MICHIGAN AVE, CHICAGO 60616 Restaurant
December 18, 2024 Canvass License #2496211
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #33
MAJOR
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF A THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR AT 47.7F WITH NO TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE AT THE TIME. WHEN REFRIGERATOR IS IN USE IT'S USED FOR COLESLAW. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS PLACED ON UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL CDPH, SO UNIT CAN BE REINSPECTED AND TAG CAN BE REMOVED. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED DRY INGREDIENT STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS WITH THE FOOD ITEM COMMON NAME.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO REAPIR, SO MENTIONED DOOR CAN BE SELF CLOSING.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE USE OF CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED ON THE FLOOR IN THE DEEP-FRYING STATION AND ON THE SHELF UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD BOXES AND REPLACE WITH NON-SLIP MATS 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 THE USE OF CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED ON THE FLOOR IN THE DEEP-FRYING STATION AND ON THE SHELF UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD BOXES AND REPLACE WITH NON-SLIP MATS 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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