FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
WHITE CASTLE #61 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
November 22, 2022
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #28483
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13 ALL SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, AT THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT, AND GREASE.----REAR PREP HAND SINK DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER IN THE FACILITY. THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK TEMPERATURE WAS 79.9 F, THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE WINDOW TEMPERATURE WAS 81.9 F, AND THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA TEMPERATURE WAS 80.6 F. IN THE MEN AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM, THE WATER TEMPERATURE WAS 79.8 F. INSTRUCTED ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE 100 F. THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE 110 F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11 FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FACILITY, ALONG ALL BASEBOARDS, AT THE ENTRANCEWAY TO THE DINING ROOM, THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER, AND WASHROOMS ALL WITH DIRT, DEBRIS, AND ENCRUSTED GREASE.-----CEILING VENTILATION AND TILES IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----DAMAGED CEILING TILE ABOVE THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK.----BLACKENED, MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.
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: 6-201.11 FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FACILITY, ALONG ALL BASEBOARDS, AT THE ENTRANCEWAY TO THE DINING ROOM, THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER, AND WASHROOMS ALL WITH DIRT, DEBRIS, AND ENCRUSTED GREASE.-----CEILING VENTILATION AND TILES IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.----DAMAGED CEILING TILE ABOVE THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK.----BLACKENED, MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.
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