DUNKIN DONUTS in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/07/23

CHICAGO, IL - DUNKIN DONUTS received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/07/2023.

Situated at 1465 W 95TH ST, the establishment is part of Evergreen Park's active food service sector. The Evergreen Park area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 6 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed 1/4" Gap on Bottom of Entrance Doors. Instructed Manager to Seal All Outer Openings on Doors to Prevent Pest Entry.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Flies can transfer pathogens from garbage and feces to food preparation areas.

The second violation regarded certified food protection manager. Inspectors documented: Single-use/single-service Articles: Properly Stored & Used - Comments: Observed Single Service Articles(cups, Lids, Containers) Stored on Floor and Along Stairway in Prep, Storage, and Basement Areas. Instructed Manager to Elevate All Single Service Articles Six Inches Off Floor.. The FDA Food Code mandates that at least one employee with supervisory responsibility be a certified food protection manager to ensure active managerial control. For more information, see FDA certified food protection manager requirements. Improper food handling by untrained staff increases illness risk.

The third violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Plumbing Installed. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The fourth violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Proper Backflow Devices - Comments: Observed Leaking Faucet on 3-compartment Sink. Instructed Manager to Repair and Maintain.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food.

The fifth violation involved pest management. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Observed Unused Articles and Equipment in Basement and Rear Storage Areas. Instructed Manager to Remove All Unnecessary Items to Prevent Pest Harborage.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

The sixth violation involved sanitization. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Observed Damaged Tiles Along Baseboards in Drive Thru Area. Instructed Manager to Repair.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/07/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.