79TH SNACK SHOP INC. in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

CHICAGO, IL - 79TH SNACK SHOP INC. received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/17/2023.

The facility operates from 7901 S AVALON AVE in Grand Crossing, an area known for its diverse dining options. Health inspections in this district help ensure consistent food safety standards.

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

The first violation concerned temperature control. Inspectors documented: Thermometers Provided & Accurate - Comments: Observed No Thermometers Inside the Refrigeration Units Conspicuously Posted to Monitor the Ambient Temperature of Equipment. Instructed to Equip All Refrigeration Units with Accurate and Working Thermometers.. 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 second violation concerned food temperatures. Inspectors documented: Thermometers Provided & Accurate - Comments: Observed No Probe Stem Thermometer for Taking Food Temperatures. Must Provide. Obtained a Probe Stem Thermometer Before the End of the Inspection. Priority Foundation 7-38-005, No Citation Issued 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. Time-temperature abuse allows harmful bacteria to multiply to levels that can cause illness.

The third violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, & Cleaned - Comments: Observed the Toilet Room Doors Not Self Closing. Instructed to Provide a Self Closing Device on the Toilet Room Door 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. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.

The fourth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Garbage & Refuse Properly Disposed. Non-compliance with safety standards may create conditions that compromise food safety.

The fifth violation concerned building conditions. Inspectors documented: Facilities Maintained - Comments: Observed Another Facility's Name on the Outdoor Garbage Receptacle. Instructed to Provide the Facility's Name and Address, So That the Garbage Receptacle Is Easily Identified and Proves That the Receptacle Belongs to the Facility.. Inadequate lighting may result in improper cleaning or food preparation.

The sixth violation related to food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Physi. Violations of health codes can increase the risk of foodborne illness.

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 04/17/2023 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.