PASS
Risk 1 (High)
NOODLES & COMPANY #673 Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 9, 2016
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License #2308660
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: PACKAGED DESSERTS (COOKIES, RICE KRISPIE TREATS) WITHOUT PROPER LABEL. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER LABEL. (MANUFACTURER NAME, NAME OF PRODUCT, LIST OF INGREDIENTS).
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH LIME/CALCIUM ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN BOWLS NOTED IN REAR AND IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEBRIS, DRIED FOOD PARTICLES ON BOWLS. INSTD TO MAINTAIN BOWLS CLEAN AND FREE FROM ANY FOOD RESIDUE. INTERIOR BOTTOM OF PASTA PREP COOLER AT FRONT LINE WITH CONDENSATION WATER. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH LIME/CALCIUM ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN BOWLS NOTED IN REAR AND IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEBRIS, DRIED FOOD PARTICLES ON BOWLS. INSTD TO MAINTAIN BOWLS CLEAN AND FREE FROM ANY FOOD RESIDUE. INTERIOR BOTTOM OF PASTA PREP COOLER AT FRONT LINE WITH CONDENSATION WATER. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection