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SUPERMERCADO LA CHIQUITA #4 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Grocery store
August 28, 2025
Complaint
License #49303
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED TCS FOOD (COOKED RICE) IN HOT HOLD UNIT AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 108�F. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 2 LBS OF RICE FOR $20. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE: ALL HOT HELD FOOD MUST BE AT 135�F AND ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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)
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection