CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at GINO'S EAST PIZZERIA/RAINBOW CONE/GOTHAM BAGELS/TH during a routine inspection conducted on 08/14/2025.
Situated at 160-164 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 2 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: 39. Contamination Prevented During Food Preparation, Storage & Display - Comments: 3-307.11 Observed Hand Washing Sink on Cook Prep Line with No Splash Gaurd. Instructed Manager to Provide Splash Guard to Prevent Splash Contamination. 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 second violation involved sanitization. Inspectors documented: 47. Food & Non-food Contact Surfaces Cleanable, Properly Designed, Constructed & Used - Comments: 4-101.19 Observed Aluminum Foil Wrapped Around Pieces of Equipment. Instructed Manager to Remove Aluminum Foil From 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. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.
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 08/14/2025 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.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were documented: NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP/LEAK FROM CONDENCER UNIT IN THE REACH IN FREEZER(RAINBOW CONE). 2nd FLOOR MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER CLEAN THE INTERIOR WIC: FAN AND CEILING.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE AND/OR DEBRIS ON THE 1st FLOOR MAIN KITCHEN.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: FILTERS NEED CLEANING IN THE GOTHAM BAGEL KITCHEN ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.; CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SALMON, DAIRY, PORK SAUSAGE). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE CFM CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOALTION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.; FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY SANITIZED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE @123F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. MUST DISONTINUE USE OF MACHINE UNTIL PROPERLY SANITIZING AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. UNIT TAGGED.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARDS ON THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS... 1ST FLOOR BAR NEXT TO DRAINBOARD, AND 2ND FLOOR PREP NEXT TO DRYING RACK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BARRIER IN ORDER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOZZERELLA COOLING UNITS LOCATED IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AS WELL AS 3RD FLOOR PREP, ALL UNUSED COOLING UNITS IN 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP, AND DOUGH PREP AREA SHELVING UNITS WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATED DEBRIS.; PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 1 OF 2 HANDSINKS LOCATED IN 3RD FLOOR WOMENTS TOILET ROOM IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN/MISSING WALL BASE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS... FIRST FLOOR PREP BY FRYERS/GRILL AREA, AND 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN NEAR LARGE BULK CONTAINERS. INSTURCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BURNED OUT BULBS IN CEILING IN 2ND FLOOR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND INCREASE LIGHTING IN SAID AREA..
Inadequate handwashing can transmit Norovirus, Hepatitis A, and other pathogens directly to food. Allergen cross-contact can occur when surfaces are not properly cleaned between uses.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Chicago Department of Public Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
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