PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
WENDY'S PROPERTIES, LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
July 24, 2025
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License #2405953
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED PART OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN. NOTED BOTTOM OF INTERIOR STRUCTURE INSIDE ICE MACHINE WITH A RUST COLORED SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER HANDLE TRASH INSIDE DUMPSTER WITH REUSABLE APRON ON. PERSON IN CHARGE PROVIDED NEW APRON. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE APRON WHEN HANDLING TRASH AND BEFORE EXITING KITCHEN AREA.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE ENCLOSURE NOT CLEAN. NOTED DEBRIS AND FOOD CONTAINERS ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND SANITIZE.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE ENCLOSURE NOT CLEAN. NOTED DEBRIS AND FOOD CONTAINERS ON THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND SANITIZE.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection