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SNACK SHOP Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

SNACK SHOP 452 W PERSHING RD, CHICAGO 60609 Restaurant
May 8, 2025 Canvass License #2834994
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NOTED MISSING THERMOMETER INSIDE OF COOLING UNIT IN PREP WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET NECK LEAKY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN FRONT PREP AREA ON UNUSED COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MISCELLANEUS ITEMS AND ORGANIZE. MUST MAINTAIN PREMISE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN FRONT PREP AREA ON UNUSED COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MISCELLANEUS ITEMS AND ORGANIZE. MUST MAINTAIN PREMISE.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections