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LOTTIE'S PUB Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 10, 2025
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License #31190
3
Total Violations
3
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: No hands washing signs in restrooms, Instructed to provide.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS foods held at improper temperature, found 40lbs of cooked chicken held in 2 large bucket in prep cooler at 54.4f, chicken placed in cooler a day before. Instructed to hold all cold TCS foods at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. chicken discarded valued at $100.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS foods held at improper temperature, found 40lbs of cooked chicken held in 2 large bucket in prep cooler at 54.4f, chicken placed in cooler a day before. Instructed to hold all cold TCS foods at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. chicken discarded valued at $100.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
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Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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