PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 2 (Medium)
WEREWOLF COFFEE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
March 27, 2019
Complaint
License #2511626
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 27, 2019. The inspection type was "Complaint" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #8
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE NOT WASH HANDS AFTER ENGAGING IN OTHER ACTIVITIES THAT CONTAMINATED HIS HANDS, (HANDLING MONEY)THEN HANDLE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EACH ACTIVITY TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.
Food Code Requirement
Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.
Specific Requirements
Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-501.114, 4-702.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR HANDWASHING SINK INACCESSIBLE DUE TO UTENSILS RESTING INSIDE THE SINK BASIN. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(c).
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR HANDWASHING SINK WITHOUT PAPER TOWELS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS WITH PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) -CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR HANDWASHING SINK WITHOUT PAPER TOWELS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS WITH PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) -CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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