PASS
Risk 1 (High)
SPF Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 3, 2025
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License #2917632
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED 4 DRAWER PREP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN AREA TO NOT HAVE A THERMOMETER MEASURING INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A THRERMOMETER TO MEASURE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED GAPS LARGER THAN 1/4 PRESENT ALONG THE GARAGE DOOR BOTTOM SEAL IN THE REAR TRASH/STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN ALL OUT OPENING PROTECTED FROM POTENTIAL PESTS.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED VARIABLE LOW PRESSURE OF THE HOT WATER AT THE HAND SINK IN THE MIDDLE BAR AREA BEHIND THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO ENSURE ADEQUATE PRESSURE/REPAIR HANDLE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED VARIABLE LOW PRESSURE OF THE HOT WATER AT THE HAND SINK IN THE MIDDLE BAR AREA BEHIND THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR TO ENSURE ADEQUATE PRESSURE/REPAIR HANDLE.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection