Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 14, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 14, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Delicious Pho, Inc.
5033 N Elston Ave
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10 inspectionsComplaint
Aug 4, 2026
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 15Other
Official wording
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED ABOVE AND NEAR PRODUCE AND OTHER READY TO EAT FOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE RAW MEAT IS STORED IN A WAY THAT DOES NOT CREATE POTENTIAL FOR CROSS CONTAMINATION. MANAGER MOVED PRODUCTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 22Food temperature
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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 47-60 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOOD IS HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 4 POUNDS CHICKEN, 1/8TH POUND SHRIMP, 2 POUNDS PORK, 1/8TH POUND PORK MEATBALL ($200) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 33Food temperature
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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOLER WITH AN INADEQUATE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 54 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS HAVE AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MORE THAN 15 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING IN FRONT PREP AREA, REAR DISH AREA, REAR PREP AREA, AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MINIMIZE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND EXTERIOR OF VARIOUS PIECES OF EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FLOORS WITH SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING FRONT PREP AREA AND DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 4, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 12, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 12, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
May 11, 2026
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 52Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WHEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS DRAINED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SO THAT THE FLOOR DRAIN IS NOT BACKING UP WITH WASTE WATER. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DECLUTTER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 11, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
May 4, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DISH MACHINE PROVIDING A FINAL CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION OF 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE A MINIMUM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION OF 50 PPM IS PROVIDED. DISH MACHINE TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING IN DINING ROOM, AND IN KITCHEN PARTICULARLY NEAR DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 52Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. WHEN ONE COMPARTMENT DRAINS ANOTHER ONE FLOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DECLUTTER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2621488 DATED JULY 29 2025 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO:#47 NOT USE GROCERY BAGS TO STORE FOOD INSIDE COOLERS, #47REFINISH OR REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARDS, #55 DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN FRONT SERVICE AREA AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND KITCHEN, AND TO #49 CLEAN MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE DISH MACHINE . OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED TO STORE FOOD INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SCRATCHES AND STAINDS, OBSERVED FLOORS IN FRONT SERVICE AREA AND THROUGHOUT KITCHEN WITH DEBRIS AND SOIL BUILD UP, OBSERVED MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ADDRESS ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 4, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 29, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HANDWASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING IN FRONT CHAIRS PLASTIC CONTAINERS AND DRY FOODS STORED IN CONTAINER,SAID SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING,TO MINIMIZE SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.ITEMS REMOVED BY THE MANAGER PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION :7-38-030(C)CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 23Food source and labeling
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PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PREPARED TCS FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATE LABELED. MUST PROPERLY DATE LABELED FOODS WITH AN EXPIRATION DATE NO LONGER THAN 7 DAYS ON ALL TCS FOODS(COOKED BEEF,SHRIMPS,RICE,ETC).MANAGER ALMOST FINISHED TO LABEL FOOD PRODUCTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP CUTS,MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARDS
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING IN PREP AREA. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE SURFACE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL FLOORS IN FRONT SERVICE AREA UNDER ICE MACHINE AND FLOOR DRAINS UNCLEAN. CLEAN IN DETAIL IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS TO ELIMINATE GRIME BUILDUP. OBSERVED FLOORS IN REAR UNDER DISH MACHINE UNCLEAN AND FLOOR DRAIN UNCLEAN. OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN. CLEAN ALL FLOORS IN DETAIL AND ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN DETAIL. MAINTAIN FLOORS IN A CLEAN AND DRY CONDITION.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON SITE,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 29, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 4, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 4, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 25, 2025
Fail
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL FLOORS IN FRONT SERVICE AREA UNDER ICE MACHINE AND FLOOR DRAINS UNCLEAN. CLEAN IN DETAIL IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS TO ELIMINATE GRIME BUILDUP. OBSERVED FLOORS IN REAR UNDER DISH MACHINE UNCLEAN AND FLOOR DRAIN UNCLEAN. OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN. CLEAN ALL FLOORS IN DETAIL AND ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN DETAIL. MAINTAIN FLOORS IN A CLEAN AND DRY CONDITION.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 25, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Mar 15, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
5 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED POTS OF FOOD BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ESNURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDERNEATH ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN ALL CORNERS THORUGHOUT THE PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 61Other
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SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2590639 DATED 3/7/2024. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 7, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROX. 30 SMALL FLIES DURING THE INSPECTION. SMALL FLY ACTIVITY WAS OBSERVED ON THE WALL NEAR THE DISH MACHINE , ON THE WALL ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE WALL ABOVE COFFE STATION. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELIMINATE ALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN SURFACES, MAINTAIN PREMISES FREE OF PEST. RECOMMENDED RECEIVING ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED POTS OF FOOD BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND ESNURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREAS AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDERNEATH ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN ALL CORNERS THORUGHOUT THE PREP AND DRY STORAGE AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 7, 2024 · Original Source