FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
WHITE CASTLE #61 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
April 29, 2025
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #28483
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This restaurant was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 29, 2025. The inspection type was "Complaint Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail 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 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-602.13-- ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILD UP ON ALL WHEELS OF ALL COOKS LINE EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE GREASE OR REPLACE.----EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT ON ALL PLASTIC STORAGE RACKS FOR DRY FOOD STORAGE AND TO GO FOOD CONTAINERS. 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(B)-- NOTED GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, DUST OF THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR MICROWAVE OVEN, ALL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR COOLERS AND FREEZERS, INTERIOR OF ALL DEEP FRYERS, FLAT GRILLS. UNUSED COOLERS. 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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: : 6-201.11--- NOTED DIRT, GRIME, GREASE AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER THE FOLLOWING: UNDER AND BEHIND ALL DEEP FRYERS, INTERIOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER UNDER ALL STORED PALLETS.-----WALLS THROUGHOUT THE COOKS LINE WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTER.----VENT COVER OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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--- NOTED DIRT, GRIME, GREASE AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER THE FOLLOWING: UNDER AND BEHIND ALL DEEP FRYERS, INTERIOR OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER UNDER ALL STORED PALLETS.-----WALLS THROUGHOUT THE COOKS LINE WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTER.----VENT COVER OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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
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