CHICAGO DINER LOGAN SQUARE in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

CHICAGO, IL - Health department officials identified compliance issues at CHICAGO DINER LOGAN SQUARE in an inspection dated 04/17/2023.

The facility operates from 2333 N MILWAUKEE AVE in Logan Square, 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. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.

The first violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Food-contact Surfaces: Cleaned & Sanitized - Comments: Observed Slight Build Up Inside Ice Machine. Instructed Manager Must Clean Interior of Ice Machine 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. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The second violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: Observed Accumulated Dust Build Up on Prep Area Reach in Coolers Condensers and on Fan Covers Inside Food Walk in Cooler. Must Clean and Maintain Equipment.. 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 third violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Observed Floor Tiles with Low Grout Throughout Dishwash Area. Instructed Manager Must Regrout Floor Tiles Throughout Dishwash Area 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. Fecal-oral transmission of pathogens occurs when hands are not properly washed after restroom use.

The fourth violation concerned sanitation and cleanliness. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Observed Accumulated Dust Build Up on Prep Area Ceiling Ventilation Covers and Ceiling Tiles. Must 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. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

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.