JUBILEE JUICE AND GRILL in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/11/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at JUBILEE JUICE AND GRILL in an inspection dated 04/11/2023.

Situated at 140 N HALSTED ST, the establishment is part of West Loop's active food service sector. The West Loop area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 3 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation involved cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Observed Ice Machine Located in Basement with a Build-up of Pink and Black Slime Substance, Dripping Onto Ice Cubes Stored at Below Ice Bin. Ice Is Used for Human Consumption. Instructed to Clean, Sanitize and Maintain. Priority Foundation Violation #7-38-005.citation Issued. 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 second violation concerned handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Observed Meat Slicer with Food and Debris Build Up on Food Contact Surfaceslocated in the Basement. Instructed to Wash, Rinse and Sanitize After Every Use. Priority Foundation Violation #7-38-005 Consolidate with Above Violation. 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 third violation related to pest control. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed 2 Live Mice in the Kitchen and Evidence of Pest Infestation on the Premises. Observed Approximately 40 Mouse Droppings on the Floor in the Dining Area and Rear Storage Closet Near the Public Toilet Room Throughout the Facility. Also Observed 40 Rat Droppings on the Floor in the Basement in the Corner Underneath the Fire Extinguishers and Wher. 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.

Health code violations require prompt correction to maintain operating permits. The health department typically conducts re-inspections to verify that identified issues have been properly addressed.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/11/2023 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.