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The Fairmont Chicago

200 N Columbus Dr

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11 inspections

Canvass Re-Inspection

Dec 23, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LOBBY ALL GENDER WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LOBBY ALL GENDER WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE WASHROOM.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF LEFT LARGE ICE MACHINE ON B3 NEXT TO EXIT DOOR, IN DISHWASHING AREA NEAR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE ON B3 AND UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ON B3 OUTSIDE OF EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY IN FRONT OF LEFT LARGE ICE MACHINE ON B3 NEXT TO EXIT DOOR, IN DISHWASHING AREA NEAR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE ON B3 AND UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ON B3 OUTSIDE OF EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA 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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 23, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Dec 16, 2025

Fail

4 recorded violations

notedCode 22Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 45.3-54.6F. OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, BUTTER(45.9F), HUMMUS(45.9F), GARBANZO BEANS(54.6F), CREAM CHEESE(46.6F) GOAT CHEESE(45.7F), SLICED TOMATOES(52.3F), CANTALOUPE CHUNKS(46.0F), HONEYDEW CHUNKS(46.2F), WATERMELON CHUNKS(45.9F), SALMON(45.3F) AND SHREDDED CHEESE(45.9-46.8F) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $3500 WEIGHING 120LBS. 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 temperature
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LOBBY ALL GENDER WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN LOBBY ALL GENDER WHEEL CHAIR ACCESSIBLE WASHROOM.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF LEFT LARGE ICE MACHINE ON B3 NEXT TO EXIT DOOR, IN DISHWASHING AREA NEAR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE ON B3 AND UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ON B3 OUTSIDE OF EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY IN FRONT OF LEFT LARGE ICE MACHINE ON B3 NEXT TO EXIT DOOR, IN DISHWASHING AREA NEAR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE ON B3 AND UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ON B3 OUTSIDE OF EMPLOYEE CAFETERIA 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 problems
notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2600495 DATED 08/21/2024 NOT CORRECTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED NO PORTABLE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE BUFFET SETUP FOR CATERINGS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PORTABLE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE BUFFET SETUP FOR CATERINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD.

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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 16, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Oct 22, 2025

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15: OBSERVED DRAIN LINE LEADING FROM UPPER DRAIN ON COUNTER DRAINING INTO NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINKS IN BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RELOCATE DRAIN LINE FROM UPPER DRAIN ON COUNTER DRAINING INTO NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINKS IN BAR.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEEN FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 22, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Oct 17, 2025

Fail

3 recorded violations

notedCode 25Food temperature

Official wording

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Inspector’s notes

3-603.11: OBSERVED DISCLOSURE ON MENU NOT STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 temperature
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15: OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE FOR HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK #3(FROM LEFT) AND HANDWASHING SINK #6(FROM LEFT)IS SLOW DRAINING IN WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE FOR HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK #3 AND TO REPAIR HANDWASHING SINK #6 FOR PROPER DRAINAGE OF WATER IN WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. OBSERVED DRAIN LINE LEADING FROM UPPER DRAIN ON COUNTER DRAINING INTO NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINKS IN BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RELOCATE DRAIN LINE FROM UPPER DRAIN ON COUNTER DRAINING INTO NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINKS IN BAR.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEEN FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 17, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint

Oct 15, 2025

Fail

6 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 70.5-70.9F AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN MEN'S EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)CITATION ISSUED.

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 problems
notedCode 22Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 45.0-59.4F. OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS, SLICED TOMATOES(47.5-56.1F), PICO DE GALLO CONTAINS DICED TOMATOES(48.1F), SALMON(48.5-56.3F), HALF N HALF(45.0F), BUTTERMILK(45.0F), PORK(45.5-45.9F), GARLIC CREAM(45.9F), CUT CANTALOUPE AND HONEYDEW(48.4-49.1F), CHEESE(51.3-52.0F), BACON(47.7-53.6F), SLICED WATERMELON(55.0F), YOGURT(59.4F), HARD BOILED EGGS(50.2-57.2F) AND SHRIMP(49.8F) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $415 WEIGHING 87LBS. 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 temperature
notedCode 25Food temperature

Official wording

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DISCLOSURE ON MENU NOT STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 temperature
notedCode 33Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD HOLDING UNIT IN PREP AREA ACROSS FROM COOKLINE WITH 4 DRAWERS AND ONE DOOR AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 54.5F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON COLD HOLDING UNIT IN PREP AREA ACROSS FROM COOKLINE WITH 4 DRAWERS AND ONE DOOR. 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 temperature
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE FOR HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK #3(FROM LEFT) AND HANDWASHING SINK #6(FROM LEFT)IS SLOW DRAINING IN WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE FOR HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK #3 AND TO REPAIR HANDWASHING SINK #6 FOR PROPER DRAINAGE OF WATER IN WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. OBSERVED DRAIN LINE LEADING FROM UPPER DRAIN ON COUNTER DRAINING INTO NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINKS IN BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RELOCATE DRAIN LINE FROM UPPER DRAIN ON COUNTER DRAINING INTO NORTHSIDE HANDWASHING SINKS IN BAR.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEEN FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPLACE MISSING GROUT IN BETWEEN FLOOR TILES UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.

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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Sep 10, 2024

Pass

4 recorded violations

notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

3-307.11: OBSERVED NO PORTABLE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE BUFFET SETUP FOR CATERINGS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PORTABLE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE BUFFET SETUP FOR CATERINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD.

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 contamination
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR TILT SKILLETS OF COOKLINE ON B3. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR TILT SKILLETS OF COOKLINE ON B3 AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED GROUT IN FRONT OF BOTH ICE MACHINES ON B3. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED GROUT IN FRONT OF BOTH ICE MACHINES ON B3 NEAR DISHWASHING AREA. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSORS, AROUND DOOR AND CEILINGS IN WALKIN FREEZERS 61 AND 64. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE IN SAID AREAS OF BOTH WALKIN FREEZERS 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 problems
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

4-602.11(B-E): OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIORS OF LARGE ICE MACHINE ON B2 AND B3. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF BOTH LARGE ICE MACHINES ON B2 and B3 TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.

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 problems
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

2-102.13: OBSERVED TWO EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES.

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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 10, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint

Aug 21, 2024

Fail

9 recorded violations

notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIORS OF LARGE ICE MACHINE ON B2 AND B3. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF BOTH LARGE ICE MACHINES ON B2 and B3 TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.

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 problems
notedCode 21Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HOT TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 103.1-109.2F(RICE 109.2F, ZUCCHINI AND SQUASH 103.1F AND TURKEY 109.2F). INSTRUCTED ALL HOT TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 135F OR ABOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $120 WEIGHING 16LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION BELOW

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 temperature
notedCode 25Food temperature

Official wording

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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 temperature
notedCode 33Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THREE HOT WELLS IN CAFETERIA USED TO HOLD HOT TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 92.7-95.5F. INSTRUCTED ALL HOT HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 135 AND ABOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED THREE WELLS(1,2 AND 3) IN CAFETERIA. 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 temperature
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED TWO EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES.

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 issues
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 77.4-78.1F AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN FACILITY. OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN B3 WOMEN'S WASHROOM(ALL SINKS EXCEPT WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE STALL). INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)CITATION ISSUED.

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 problems
notedCode 22Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 46.0-54.2F(RICE PUDDING 46.4F, HALF AND HALF 46.0F, TOMATO SAUCE 48.6F, AVOCADO SLICES 52.0F, SHREDDED CHEESE 54.2F AND BUTTER 54.0F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $200 WEIGHING 25LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION ABOVE.

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 temperature
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO PORTABLE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE BUFFET SETUP FOR CATERINGS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PORTABLE SNEEZE GUARDS FOR SELF SERVICE BUFFET SETUP FOR CATERINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD.

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 contamination
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR TILT SKILLETS OF COOKLINE ON B3. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR TILT SKILLETS OF COOKLINE ON B3 AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED GROUT IN FRONT OF BOTH ICE MACHINES ON B3. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED GROUT IN FRONT OF BOTH ICE MACHINES ON B3 NEAR DISHWASHING AREA. OBSERVED ICE BUILDUP ON CONDENSORS, AROUND DOOR AND CEILINGS IN WALKIN FREEZERS 61 AND 64. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE IN SAID AREAS OF BOTH WALKIN FREEZERS 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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 21, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Jun 4, 2024

Pass

8 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN 15TH FLOOR PANTRY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

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 problems
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD FOOD ITEMS DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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 contamination
notedCode 45Equipment and utensils

Official wording

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR TEMPORARY COFFEE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.

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 problems
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED LEAK UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN PASTRY KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDER COOK LINE AND FLOOR TILES IN NEED OF GROUTING NEAR DISH MACHINES AND ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ANND GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.

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 problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 4, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

May 14, 2024

Pass

2 recorded violations

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, PREP TABLES, SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 14, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

May 14, 2024

Pass w/ Conditions

11 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN 15TH FLOOR PANTRY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

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 problems
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHIHNE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING WITH FINAL RINSE OF 156.7F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FINAL RINSE AT 180F. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 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 problems
notedCode 21Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HOT TCS FOOD DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE ON BUFFET LINE AT 15TH FLOOR LOUNGE, EGGS 114.6F, POTATOES 104.8F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL HOT TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 135F OR ABOVE DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 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 temperature
notedCode 22Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD TCS FOOD DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE ON BUFFET LINE AT 15TH FLOOR LOUNGE, SLICED MELON 62.8F, TURKEY 63.9. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 REFER TO PREVIOUS VIOLATION FOR CITATION.

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 temperature
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED COLD FOOD ITEMS DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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 contamination
notedCode 45Equipment and utensils

Official wording

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR TEMPORARY COFFEE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.

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 problems
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED LEAK UNDER HAND WASHING SINK IN PASTRY KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDER COOK LINE AND FLOOR TILES IN NEED OF GROUTING NEAR DISH MACHINES AND ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE ANND GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.

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 problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 14, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Oct 2, 2023

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2023 · Original Source

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