FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
RAINBOW CONE LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Ice cream shop
May 12, 2025
Canvass
License #2626956
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 60 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT ELECTRICAL PANEL ROOM IN THE CORNER AREA AND 40 OR MORE IN THE CORNER AREA WHERE THE HOT WATER TANK IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND HOLES IN THE LOWER WALL OUTSIDE OF THE TOOL ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES IN WALL. OBSERVED THE CEILING OF THE SMALL STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. LEAKING OBSERVED FROM THAT AREA OF THE CEILING ONTO THE FLOOR; REPAIR LEAK.
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: FOUND NO FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRS IN THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR DRAIN.
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: FOUND NO FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR THE FLOOR DRAIN AT THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRS IN THE BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A FLOOR DRAIN COVER FOR DRAIN.
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
Report Issues
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CDPH Food Protection