FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
VEGAN NOW 2GO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 28, 2023
License
License #2890444
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE THROUGHOUT INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. THE INTENT OF THE ICE MACHINE IS TO BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER CONSPICUOUSLY POSTED TO MONITOR THE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EQUIP ALL REFRIGERATION AND HOT HOLDING UNITS WITH ACCURATE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS.
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 APPROXIMATELY 6-10 MICE DROPPINGS ON SITE, DURING INSPECTION IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION SYSTEM AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, IN THE INTERIOR OF THE DISPLAY COLD HOLDING UNIT AT THE FRONT SERVICE/ FOOD PREP ARE, AND ON THE FLOOR AND ON THE TABLE CLOSEST TO THE WINDOW IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION7-38-020(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 6-10 MICE DROPPINGS ON SITE, DURING INSPECTION IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION SYSTEM AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, IN THE INTERIOR OF THE DISPLAY COLD HOLDING UNIT AT THE FRONT SERVICE/ FOOD PREP ARE, AND ON THE FLOOR AND ON THE TABLE CLOSEST TO THE WINDOW IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP/SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION7-38-020(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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
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