FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
NOODLES AND COMPANY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
December 22, 2017
Canvass
License #2152299
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 22, 2017. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED WOMEN'S WASHROOM WASH BOWL NOT MAINTAINED WITH THE COLD WATER KNOB NOT FUNCTIONING AND NO COLD WATER RUNNING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID WASH BOWL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1995916 DATED 3/20/2017; 34-OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN W/ BUILD UP UNDER THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRAINS. 38-OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE LEFT KNOB LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: OBSERVED MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1995916 DATED 3/20/2017; 34-OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN W/ BUILD UP UNDER THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOOR DRAINS. 38-OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET BASE LEFT KNOB LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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