FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
RAINBOW CONE LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Ice cream shop
March 5, 2020
Canvass
License #2626956
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE OF 52.0F MILK INSIDE COOLER. PIC REMOVED AND DISCARDED (TCS) FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. MANAGER REMOVED APPROX 3LBS AT COST APPROX $5.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED COOLER BEING USED MAINTAINING IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.0F. INSTRUCTED THAT COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 41.0F OR BELOW. COOLER WILL BE TAGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL COOLER ON SITE THAT 41.0F OR BELOW UNTIL TAG IS REMOVED BY THE HEALTH DEPT-COS. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005
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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL CHLORINE TESTING DEVICE FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DISHWASHING FACILITIES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TEST KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED WALLS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS,ETC IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/ MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED WALLS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS,ETC IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/ MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection