FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S #11743 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 16, 2021
Complaint
License #2535283
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 150 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AREA,CUSTOMERS SODA AREA,WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM,DINING AREA (TRASH BIN),OPENING IN LOWER WALL BEHIND FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT SERVICE COUNTER.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 7/16/21.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYERS,REACH IN COOLER,REACH IN FREEZER,WHEEL BASES OF SHELVING UNITS,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS & FAN GUARD COVERS,CUP HOLDERS,LOWER SHELVES AT SERVICE COUNTERS.
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLE IN LOWER WALL BEHIND FLOOR DRAIN AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,DAMAGED AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED.LOOSE WALL PAPER IN DINING AREA.
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: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND ALL FLOOR DRAINS .
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: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILIN VENTS IN STORAGE AREA AND CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER.
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: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILIN VENTS IN STORAGE AREA AND CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER.
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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CDPH Food Protection