FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
STARBUCKS PALMER HOUSE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
December 5, 2024
Short Form Complaint
License #2948168
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON THE INSIDE OF TWO DOOR FREEZERS AND COOLERS IN THE REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. WHEN WATER FROM ONE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED, WATER BACKS UP INTO ADJACENT COMPARTMENT AND DRAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET DRAINAGE SYSTEM/GREASE TRAP SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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 #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. WHEN WATER FROM ONE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED, WATER BACKS UP INTO ADJACENT COMPARTMENT AND DRAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET DRAINAGE SYSTEM/GREASE TRAP SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection