WHITE CASTLE #23 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDSOAP IN THE MENS RESTROOM. PRIOIRTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED TO ENSURE ALL HANDWASHING SINKS ARE SUPPLIED WITH SOAP, PAPER TOWELS, AND HANDWASHING SIGNAGE.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVEVED UNDERENEATH GRILL AND SIDES OF GRILL LOCATED NEXT TO THE HOTLINE GRILL AREA UNCLEAN. OBSERVED UNDERNEATH HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AREAS CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT FAUCET OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR KITCEN AREA NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKING FAUCET AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SOME LITTER AROUND DUMPSTER AND UNUSED BROKEN DOOR IN THE DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO BETTER MAINTIAN THIS AREA AT ALL TIMES.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSEREVED PALLETS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH. OBSERVED DRAIN UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK UNCLEAN AND DUST ON CELING TILES IN THE KITCHEN/THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND CLEAN DRAIN UNDERENEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND CLEAN CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSEREVED PALLETS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH. OBSERVED DRAIN UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK UNCLEAN AND DUST ON CELING TILES IN THE KITCHEN/THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND CLEAN DRAIN UNDERENEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND CLEAN CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.