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HAROLD'S CHICKEN SHACK Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

HAROLD'S CHICKEN SHACK (AKA: HAROLD'S CHICKEN) 612 S WABASH AVE, CHICAGO 60605 Restaurant
April 18, 2017 Canvass License #2446391
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: THE BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS ARE NOT LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL. MAINTAIN SAME.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE REACH IN WHITE CHEST FREEZER HAS THICK ICE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA HAS FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: THE FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE WALLS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION HAS FOOD SPILLS AND DIRT ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. THE CEILING TILES IN THE REAR ARE MISSING, MUST PROVIDE. ALSO, MUST REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREPARATION AND DINING AREA.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE WALLS IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION HAS FOOD SPILLS AND DIRT ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. THE CEILING TILES IN THE REAR ARE MISSING, MUST PROVIDE. ALSO, MUST REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREPARATION AND DINING AREA.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections