SHERATON HOTEL/TOWERS in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/11/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at SHERATON HOTEL/TOWERS in an inspection dated 04/11/2023.

Situated at 301 E NORTH WATER ST, the establishment is part of Streeterville's active food service sector. The Streeterville area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

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

The first violation related to temperature control. Inspectors documented: PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: Found several TCS food items held at improper temperature, 3 lbs Deli meat at 55.4f, 6 half gallon milk jugs at 54.3f. food items stored in prep cooler at cafe prep station. instructed manager to keep such foods held at 41f or lower. food discarded valued at $40. Priority violation 7-38-005.. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. The CDC reports that temperature abuse is a factor in many foodborne illness outbreaks.

The second violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: PROPER COOLING METHODS USED. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.

The third violation concerned food temperatures. Inspectors documented: ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: Found Prep cooler for dairy and deli sandwiches air temperature at 57.1f, instructed manager to keep all coolers that is used for TCS food storage at 41f or lower. Cooler is tagged not allowed to use. priority violation 7-38-005.. The FDA Food Code requires cold foods to be held at 41°F or below and hot foods at 135°F or above to prevent bacterial growth in the "danger zone." For more information, see FDA guidelines on temperature control. Pathogens like Staphylococcus aureus can produce toxins in improperly stored food that are not destroyed by reheating.

The fourth violation involved pest control. Inspectors documented: THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Missing thermometer in dairy prep cooler, instructed to provide.. 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.

Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.

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.