Pass

Dunkin Donuts

101 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60612

Restaurant ZIP 60612 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Dec 19, 2024

Dunkin Donuts was last inspected on December 19, 2024 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 6 violations.

Latest inspection

December 19, 2024 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

6 general
  • GeneralFood temperature

    Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

    Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) noted no thermometer inside a cold hold refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers.

    Official wording (code 36)

    Thermometers provided & accurate

  • GeneralFood handling

    Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

    Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed large food container with dry products (sugar) without proper common food name markings. Must label bulk and working food containers with contents common name. Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

    Official wording (code 37)

    Food properly labeled; original container

  • GeneralFood handling

    In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed scoop stored directly on sugar, in large plastic container, with handles in contact with the food. Must remove and store all utensils with the handles up and away from direct contact with food, in-between usage.

    Official wording (code 43)

    In-use utensils: properly stored

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

    Inspector’s note: 4-501.12 observed cutting board of cold hold unit with open seams and dark stains. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.

    Official wording (code 47)

    Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 noted clutter of equipment and other unused items (milk crates) on floor. Must elevate all items to allow cleaning and remove all unnecessary items.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 noted floors throughout premise especially along with wall base and underneath equipment with dirt, grease and debris. Instructed to detail clean and maintain. Must upgrade housekeeping.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

13 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  2. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical1 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with foodservice manager training.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility with inadequate plumbing at rear three compartment sink. Observed sewage wastewater backing up from floor drain when water is ran in three-compartment sink onto prep area floor. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago foodservice sanitation manager certificate on site while tcs foods are being served and prepared(bacon, eggs,sausage). Instructed person in charge to obtain city of chicago foodservice sanitation certificate and retain on site for review. Priority foundation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training for food employee. Instructed pic that all food handler employees must have required training and retain certificates on site

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers with common food names; sugar, etc., when food has been removed from original packaging. Instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found wiping cloths stored on counter-tops throughout front prep area, instructed to store in sanitizing solution in between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found exterior of cambro ice bin behind front service counter not clean, instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found excessive dust and food debris along the baseboards behind the cooking equipment, doughnut racks, warewashing area, and cooling equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no procedure and clean-up kit for responding to vomiting and diarrhea events during inspection. Instructed to comply. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT THE HAND SINK IN THE BATHROOM AREA. INSTRUCTED THAT THERE MUST BE HAND SOAP AT ALL TIMES AT THE HAND SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive dust and food debris along the baseboards behind the cooking equipment, doughnut racks, warewashing area, and cooling equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  6. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: Found the exposed hand washing sink not accessible, a pitcher was inside the sink and a wash clothe was on the sink. Instructed to keep sink accessible and used for hand washing only. Critical violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

      Inspector’s note: Previous non-compliance inspection report summary dated 11/06/2015 was not posted/found on site. Instructed to always have summary posted in plain viewing of the establishment's customers. Serious violation 7-42-010(b)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to sand or replace the cutting boards with deep, dark grooves and stains in the prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the floors under/around all heavy equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace all water stained ceiling tiles. Maintain same.

  7. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unhygienic food handling practices by food handling employees. Observed a food handling employee take off gloves and put on a new pair of gloves without first washing their hands. Management instructed on proper handwashing procedures. Critical violation 7-38-010a.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: No paper towels were provided at the exposed handwashing sink and no hand soap was available in the washroom. Management provided soap and paper towels in both locations at my request. Management instructed to provide soap and paper towels at all handwashing sinks at all times. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper thawing of potentially hazardous foods. Observed cream and eggs being thawed outside of refrigeration in the food prep area. Management instructed to properly thaw all potentially hazardous foods. Serious violation 7-38-005a.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

      Inspector’s note: No inspection report summary was posted on the premises. Management was given a copy of today's inspection report summary and was instructed to post it in view of all customers. Serious violation 7-42-010b

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive ice buildup on the floor and fan unit of the walk-in freezer. Must defrost and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed chipped paint on the ceiling of the food prep area above the turbo oven. Must scrape and repaint the ceiling.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: All coolers must have visible thermometers located inside of them. Must provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: Hair restraints are needed for all food handling employees. Must provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ice scoops stored on top of the ice machine. Management instructed to store ice scoops in a clean container.

  8. Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

  9. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: NO CITY CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS MIX COFFEE DRINKS. A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning at the serving line, inside the walk in cooler and in the toilet room to remove debris and spills.

  10. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Bulk food container not label at the front prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers inside the waqlk-in cooler and chest coolers

  11. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANANGER WAS ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE ESTABLISHMENT WAS OPEN, OPERATING AND SERVING P0TENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AS REQUIRED.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior panel of large ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean shelves under front serving counter.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide internal thermometers for coolers without them.

  12. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. NO SANITATION CERTIFICATES OR ENROLLMENT LETTER AVAILABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WITH A CITY CERTIFICATE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

      Inspector’s note: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. PREVIOUS REPORT SUMMARY NO DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SUMMARY REPORT MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010B SERIOUS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, CABINETS UNDER SERVING COUNTERS, COUNTERS AND COOLERS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Cleaning towels must be properly stored.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 23 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.