PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
SUBWAY SANDWICHES AND SALAD Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
September 30, 2021
Complaint
License #2108309
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINK IN TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES AT HOT HOLDING UNIT: SOUP AT 112.0F AND CHILI 98.0F. INSTD TO MAINTAIN FOOD AT PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF 135.0F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A) PRIORITY
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES AT COLD HOLD UNIT AT FRONT SERVICE LINE: TURKEY 50.1F, STEAK 49.0F, TUNA 47.9F, HAM 47.6, DELI MEATS 46.0F-49.0F. EGG PATTIES AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 47.1F IN 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER BEHIND SERVICE LINE. ALL SAID PRODUCT DISCARDED AND DENATURED, APPROX 50LBS $200 VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED
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: COLD HOLD UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 52.0F. 2 DOOR COOLER BEHIND COLD HOLD UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.0F. BOTH COOLERS TAGGED AT THIS TIME AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTD TO REPAIR UNITS TO BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: COLD HOLD UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 52.0F. 2 DOOR COOLER BEHIND COLD HOLD UNIT AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.0F. BOTH COOLERS TAGGED AT THIS TIME AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTD TO REPAIR UNITS TO BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN PRODUCT TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
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
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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