HEALTHY KIDS KITCHEN in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/10/23

CHICAGO, IL - HEALTHY KIDS KITCHEN received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/10/2023.

The facility operates from 4189 N CLARENDON AVE in Uptown, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

The inspection identified 4 distinct violations requiring correction. Health inspectors document such issues to ensure establishments take corrective action promptly.

The first violation concerned hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, & Cleaned - Comments: Noted Wash Rooms On-premise with Garbage Receptacles and No Lids. Instructed to Provide Trash Cans with Lids at All Women Wash Rooms and Unisex Wash Rooms.. 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The second violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Garbage & Refuse Properly Disposed. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The third violation involved pest prevention. Inspectors documented: Facilities Maintained - Comments: Noted Outside Garbage Dumpsters Overloaded and Preventing Proper Lid Closure. Instructed to Always Have Dumpster Lid Closed to Prevent Food Source for Pest Priority Foundation #7-38-020(b). No Citation Issued. 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. Pest droppings and debris can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive individuals.

The fourth violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Noted Dirty and Dusty Ceiling Fans Throughout Establishment. Instructed to Clean and Maintain.. 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. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.

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 04/10/2023 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.