WHITE CASTLE #57.
6901 S WESTERN AVE · WEST ENGLEWOOD, CHICAGO
Failed 5 of 20 inspections. 16 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTION HISTORY
DEC 102024PASSED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DELIVERY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,STORAGE CABINETS, STORAGE SHELVES,COUNTER TOPS,WHEEL BASES,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,PIPES ALONG WALLS. MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP IN DOUBLE DOOR REACH IN UNDER COUNTER FREEZER.
5-204.12 : OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE MUST INSTALL TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.
5-205.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WALL FAUCET IN BASEMENT BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.
6-501.18 : MUST CLEAN ALL TOILET ROOM FIXTURES IN UNUSED TOILET ROOMS FOR STAFF IN BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF WALK IN FREEZER,DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS.
6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR & WALL BASES UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND BASEMENT.
DEC 62024FAILED11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN BOTH CUSTOMER/STAFF TOILET ROOM AT 77.0F .MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT 100.0F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE DISPENSING PAPER TOWELS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER SUCH AS 4.5LBS. SLOPPY JOE-47.7F.20 GALLONS MILK SHAKE BASE-47.7F-48.4F.65 DOZEN EGGS-47.4F-48.0F.8LBS. LETTUCE-47.8F.6LBS. YOGURT-47.3F.6.4LBS. SLICED TOMATOE-48.2F.22.5LBS. COOKED BACON-45.9F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.279LBS.$1,948.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF WALK IN COOLER AT 49.8F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DELIVERY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,STORAGE CABINETS, STORAGE SHELVES,COUNTER TOPS,WHEEL BASES,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP IN DOUBLE DOOR REACH IN UNDER COUNTER FREEZER.
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE MUST INSTALL TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WALL FAUCET IN BASEMENT BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.
MUST CLEAN ALL TOILET ROOM FIXTURES IN UNUSED TOILET ROOMS FOR STAFF IN BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF WALK IN FREEZER,DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS.
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR & WALL BASES UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND BASEMENT.
AUG 222024PASS W/ CONDITIONS2 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED TCS FOOD ITEMS (SLICED CHEESE, FRENCH FRIES) UTILIZING TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL MISSING MARKINGS OR OTHER IDENTIFIERS INDICATING THE TIME THAT IS 4 HOURS PAST THE POINT IN TIME WHEN FOOD WAS REMOVED FROM TEMPERATURE CONTROL, WITH OUTDATED LABELS DATED 8/21 AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD FOOD ITEMS AND UTILIZE LABELS THAT ACCURATELY IDENTIFY THE TIME IN WHICH FOODS UTILIZING TIME AS A PUBLIC HEALTH CONTROL ARE REMOVED FROM TEMPERATURE CONTROL. PERSON-IN-CHARGE DISCARDED FOODS WITH IMPROPER LABELS AND ADDED ACCURATE LABELS TO ALL NEW CONTAINERS OF TCS FOODS ONCE REMOVED FROM TEMPERATURE CONTROL ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED POTABLE WATER PIPE IN BASEMENT TO HAVE SMALL LEAK, WATER FLOWING TOWARDS FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE POTABLE WATER PIPE PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
FEB 152023PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER, PREP TABLES, COUNTER TOPS AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
OBSERVED COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS.
OBSERVED GARBAGE AND DEBRIS ON THE GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER ENCLOSED AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS. ALSO MUST CLEAN THE WALL THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER AND/OR GREASE.
OBSERVED AIR VENT COVER WITH DUST BUILD UP IN THE REAR AND IN THE DINING AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
AUG 132021PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OBSERVED GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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NOV 62020PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET FIXTURE AT THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE PREP AREA AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS, AND/OR GREASE.
OBSERVED THE WALL BASE COVING IN POOR REPAIR (NOT ATTACHED TO THE WALL). MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND REPAIR.
JUN 122019PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
OBSERVED SIDE EXIT DOOR NEAR THE TOILET ROOMS WITH AN APPROXIMATE 2 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL TO PREVENT RODENT OR PESTS.
OBSERVED THE SIDE OF THE FRYERS, UNDER THE GRILL, BEHIND THE COFFEE MAKERS WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
OBSERVED GREASE LEAKING FROM DRAIN PIPE, WATER LEAKING FROM WATER PURIFIER SYSTEM, AND SWEETENER BAG IN THE BOX(SODA DISPENSING)LEAKING IN THE BASEMENT ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
OBSERVED FLOORS, WALLS AND SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
JUN 102019FAILED6 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP SUPPLIES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
FOUND HOT WATER IN THE 2 CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS HAND WASHING SINKS AT 60.3F. A HAND WASHING 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)
OBSERVED SIDE EXIT DOOR NEAR THE TOILET ROOMS WITH AN APPROXIMATE 2 INCH GAP ON THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL TO PREVENT RODENT OR PESTS.
OBSERVED THE SIDE OF THE FRYERS, UNDER THE GRILL, BEHIND THE COFFEE MAKERS WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
OBSERVED GREASE LEAKING FROM DRAIN PIPE, WATER LEAKING FROM WATER PURIFIER SYSTEM, AND SWEETENER BAG IN THE BOX(SODA DISPENSING)LEAKING IN THE BASEMENT ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
OBSERVED FLOORS, WALLS AND SHELVES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
APR 52018FAILED9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Observed potentially hazardous food(american cheese and jalapeno cheese) stored in container at counter at 47.9 degrees F. Person in charge voluntarily discarded cheese at time of inspection. Critical Violation 7-38-005 A aprox:2 lbs $10 value
Observed exposed hand sink not accessible blocked by mop bucket and brooms and no paper towels noted at same hand sink. Instructed person in charge to always keep hand sink clear clean and accessible at all time and provided paper towels. Critical Violation 7-38-030.
Food (ice) not protected during storage. Observed interior of ice bin and chute with excessive pink, black and green substance build up. Ice utilized for human consumption. iInstd to clean and sanitize ice machine. Serious Violation 7-38-005A
Torn gaskets at doors at freezers. Instd to replace and maintain.
Interior and exterior of all freezers, coolers, all beverage stations, nozzles, and storage units not clean. INstd to clean and maintain same.
Missing filter for cooking hood system. Instd to provide and maintain. Interior of hood, attached ansel system, walk in freezer fan covers, vents and all lightshields through out not clean, excessive grease/debris. Instd to clean and maintain same. Stained ceiling tiles in dining area. Instd to replace and maintain.
Light out in stairwell leading to basement storage. Instd to repair and maintain.
Employee personal belongings improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area.
Wiping cloths improperly stored. Instd to store properly.
AUG 172016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS, INTERIOR OF BOX FREEZERS AND COOLERS, VENTILATION FILTERS ABOVE DEEP FRYERS.
CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND BASEMENT.
CLEAN THE BASEBOARD ALONG THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY NEAR THE ICE CREAM MACHINE.
DEC 112015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FLEEZERS NOT CLEAN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN BAG-N-BOX STORAGE SHELF.
OBSERVEND THE FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND THE FRYERS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
OBSERVED MISSING AND WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS BY REAR DRIVE THRU.
OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE REAR DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
JUL 172013FAILED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOTED SEVERAL ANTS ON REAR COUNTER AND CRAWLING DOWN SIDES, ALSO OBSERVED OVER 30 LARGE FLIES IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA AND PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION 7-38-020.
REMOVE ANTS CLEAN AND SANTIZIE REAR COUNTER(NON-PREP). MUST CLEAN.
CLEAN FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: PREP AREA IN BETWEEN/AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, BASEMENT ALONG WALLBASE AND AT CORNERS. MUST CLEAN.
CEILING PANEL MISSING IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA. MUST REPLACE.
MAR 162012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
FLOOR UNDER FRYERS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME
LEAK AT BASE OF EXPOSED HANDSINK FAUCET. REPAIR SAME
JAN 312012PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
FLOOR UNDER FRYERS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.
LEAK AT BASE OF EXPOSED HANDSINK FAUCET. REPAIR SAME.
APR 142011PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYER CABINETS, COOLERS, FREEZERS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREAS.
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR HOT WATER HANDLE IN BASEMENT WOMEN WASHROOM.
STORE MOPHEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
AUG 272010FAILED5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ALONG SOUTH WALL IN SOUTH PREP AREA, 2 LIVE ROACHES UNDER COMPRESSOR UNIT AND ALONG BASEBOARD NEAR WOMEN WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H63257 COURT DATE 10-7-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, BEVERAGE MACHINE NOZZLES AND SPIGOTS, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL FRYERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT(GREASE BUILDUP), ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS(DEAD ROACHES, SPILLS, DEBRIS)
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS (IN OFFICE, NEAR REAR EXPOSED AND UTILITY SINKS, ETC IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS.) REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS.
PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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