Harold's Chicken

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. May 11, 2023 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

   10 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed chicken and fish impoperly thawing in standing water on prep table. Instructed manager to thaw food under refrigeration, cold running water or part of cooking process.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralPests

     Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unapproved insect control device located in the hallway near the back storage area. Instructed to discard or remove.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup in rear reach-in freezer. Instructed manager to defrost and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed front hand washing sink slowly draining, leaking drainpipe and sprayer on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed clogged floor drain in utility closet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice machine waste line draining in rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to remove and properly connect to floor drain.

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor drain in rear storage area. Instructed manager to replace.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment in rear storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of ventilation hood. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

2. Mar 1, 2023 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   6 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup in rear reach-in freezer. Instructed manager to defrost and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup, food debris and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of fryers, prep tables, coolers, freezers, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed front hand washing sink slowly draining, leaking drainpipe and sprayer on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment in rear storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of ventilation hood. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

3. Feb 22, 2023 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   9 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed chicken and fish impoperly thawing in standing water on prep table. Instructed manager to thaw food under refrigeration, cold running water or part of cooking process.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths not properly stored on prep table. Instructed maanger to properly store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup in rear reach-in freezer. Instructed manager to defrost and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit available. Instructed manager to provide test kit for proper concentration in sanitizing solutions. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup, food debris and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of fryers, prep tables, coolers, freezers, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed front hand washing sink slowly draining, leaking drainpipe and sprayer on 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment in rear storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of ventilation hood. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

4. Aug 17, 2022 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

5. Aug 12, 2022 Fail

   Short Form Complaint · Fail

   2 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Pic without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain and maintain

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood handling

     Raw and ready-to-eat foods weren’t kept apart.

     Inspector’s note: Observed fish in 1st basin and chicken in 2nd basin of 3-compartment sink being prepared/thawed with soiled containers and unclean water in 3rd compartment sink. Food shall only contact surfaces of equipment that are clean and sanitized. 3-compartment sink shall not be used for cleaning equipment/utensils when using as a food preparation sink. All fish and chicken discarded at this time approx 20lbs $200 value. Priority violation citation issued 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 15)

     Food separated and protected

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink pipe leaking profusely underneath 3-compartment sink. Also utility sink unable to drain, clogged with excessive grease/debris. Instd to repair 3-compartment sink and utility sink (free of any leaking and able to drain properly). Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No person on site with city of chicago certified manager certificate while handling tcs foods (chicken, fish) nor any certificates posted. Instd to have on on site and certificate posted at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 priority foundation

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

6. May 23, 2022 Pass

   Short Form Complaint · Pass

   No violations

7. Apr 11, 2022 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: handwash sink in front prep area slow draining. Instd to repair and maintain

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

8. Apr 4, 2022 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: The following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures in upright cooler: coleslaw 59.9f, shredded mozzarella cheese at 60.1f, and american cheese at 58.0f. All discarded and dentatured. Approx 30lbs $100 value. Citation issued priority 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Upright cooler unable to mainain proper temperature, air temperature of 60.1f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection. Unable to use until repaired, able to maintain 41f or below and reinspected by cdph. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Handwash sink in front prep area slow draining. Instd to repair and maintain

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not mainatined, overflowing garbage , lids unable to close and excessive grease accumulation on container and surrounding ground. Instd to clean entire area, free of grease and maintain dumpsters clean and with tight fitting lids. Citation issued 7-38-020(b) priority foundation

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

9. Sep 1, 2021 Pass

   License Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no mechanical ventilation in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

10. Aug 27, 2021 Fail

    License · Fail

    1 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide documentation of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of rear door and broken window in washroom. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door and window to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no pest control log book available. Instructed manager to provide. Pest control log book shall be maintained and available upon inspection. Priority foundation 7-38-020(c)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed small 3-compartment sink on site and sink compartments not large enough to accommodate immersion of the largest equipment and utensil. Instructed manager to install larger 3-compartment sink to completeley submerge equipment and utensils. Priority foundation 7-38-025

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak under rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage area not maintained. Garbage overflowing in dumpster and lids not tight-fitting. Instructed manager to clean and maintain outside garbage area.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no mechanical ventilation in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used