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PASS Risk 1 (High)

L & M FINE FOODS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store

L & M FINE FOODS 4361-4365 N LINCOLN AVE, CHICAGO 60618 Grocery Store
April 11, 2025 Canvass License #2631146
2
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major

Inspection Summary

This grocery store was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 11, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 2 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violation Categories

🚫 Equipment Issues 🚫 Facilities Issues 🚫 Facility Maintenance 🚫 Food Protection 🚫 Food Storage 🚫 Food Temperature 🚫 Handwashing Violations 🚫 License/Permit Issues 🚫 Plumbing Issues 🚫 Rodent Activity

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

2
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11

Health Department Information

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