FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SWEETGREEN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 30, 2023
Complaint
License #2703724
5
Total Violations
1
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: NOTED DIRTY FOOD PANS STORED WITH THE CLEAN POT/PAN STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETELY REMOVE FOOD RESIDUE BEFORE STORING WITH CLEAN DISHES.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: NOTED THE FRONT PREP DRAWER COOLER LEAKING ONTO THE FLOOR CREATING EXCESSIVE POOLING WATER. MUST REPAIR COOLER AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOOR.
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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: EXTERIOR DOORS OF THE TALL REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA NOTED DIRTY.----INTERIOR OF THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLER WITH BEVERAGE SPILLAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WALLS UNDER BOTH WASHROOMS WALL MOUNTED HAND BLOW DRYERS WITH DIRT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WALLS UNDER BOTH WASHROOMS WALL MOUNTED HAND BLOW DRYERS WITH DIRT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection