PENINSULA CHICAGO,LLC in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/17/23

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

Situated at 108 E SUPERIOR ST, the establishment is part of River North's active food service sector. The River North area undergoes regular health inspections as part of the city's comprehensive food safety monitoring program.

The inspection identified 7 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: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Obstructed hand wash sink at cold food Prep station "garde manger", found a food cart blocking access to the only hand wash sink while staff handling ready-to-eat food. Instructed to keep all hand sinks accessible. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). 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 storage. Inspectors documented: FOOD PROPERLY LABELED. Allergen cross-contact during storage can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals.

The third violation regarded food storage practices. Inspectors documented: ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: Bulk food containers ( salt, sugar...) not labeled, instructed to label and maintain.. Storing food at incorrect temperatures accelerates spoilage and pathogen growth.

The fourth violation related to hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints. Instructed to wear.. 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 fifth violation concerned temperature control. Inspectors documented: IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: In-use utensils stored in stagnate water at room temperature, instructed manager to store utensils according to health code.. 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 sixth violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Rusty surfaces noted at upper panel of ice maker interior surfaces, instructed to remove.. 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 seventh violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments:. 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 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 04/17/2023 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.