Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
90
Score
Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe appears in inspection records 19 times, starting in 2013. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around five violations to closer to three violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing seven times across the record.
Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR 1/2 FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
57
90
Jan 24, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS LINER ON PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE AND PREP COOLERS.
49
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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86
Jan 18, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT,(TCS FOODS) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (BLACK BEANS,CHICKEN,RICE,TUNA ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS UNUSED COFFEE EQUIPMENTS,MILK CRATES,BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS ETC FROM THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE REAR KITCHEN PREP 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 4, 2023
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EQUIPMENT WRAPPED IN FOIL IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FOIL.
47
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. WHEN ONE COMPARTMENT DRAINS, ANOTHER COMPARTMENT FLOODS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGER CLEANED GREASE TRAP. PRIORTY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Jan 27, 2022
Routine
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (FLOUR, SUGAR ETC)
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA BY THE WASHROOM.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS, PROOF BOX, DONUT FRYER/MAKER, STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES ETC.)
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY BASE OF FAUCET AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION IN FRONT, REAR PREP AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOM..
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE FRONT AND REAR PREP/COOKING AREA. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHTBULBS ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
56
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: FOUND NO WRITTEN PROTOCOL AVAILABLE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A WRITTEN RECORD DESCRIBING PROTOCOL FOR CHECKING PROOF OF VACCINATION IN PUBLIC PLACES. VIOLATION 2-112-340 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNAGE POSTED AT THE ACCESSIBLE ENTRANCE TO THE COVERED LOCATION AND AT LEAST ONE LOCATION INSIDE PREMISES THAT IS CONSPICOUSLY VISIBLE, INFORMING PATRONS OF THE FULL VACCINATION REQUIREMENT. INSTRUCTED TO POST SIGNAGE. VIOLATION 2-112-340 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO RECORDS RELATING TO EMPLOYEE VACCINATION STATUS AND TESTING AT COVERED LOCATIONS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. VIOLATION 2-112-340 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Feb 22, 2021
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE STOVE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11 MUST REPLACE THE 2 BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
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Feb 11, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE OVERFLOWING OVER THE TOP OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER SO THAT THE LIDS COULD NOT BE CLOSED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE GARBAGE PICKUP SO THAT THE GARBAGE DOES NOT OVERFLOW OVER THE TOP OF THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2363103 ON 3/3/20: 53 - MUST PROVIDE A TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH A COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEES BATHROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE STOVE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE THE 2 BURNT OUT LIGHTS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
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Mar 3, 2020
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH DRY PRODUCTS.(RICE , SALT SUGAR) WITH OUT PROPER COMMON FOOD NAME MARKINGS.ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO REACH IN TWO DOOR COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WITH PROPER PARTS AND NOT TO USE DUCK TAPE FOR REPAIRS AND MAINTAIN
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEES BATHROOM
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Feb 25, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS MISSING REQUIRED INFORMATION.MISSING RECORD OF VISITS, MISSING COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED PEST CONTROL RECORDS AND DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38.020 (C) CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF EMPLOYEE SIGNED HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010. CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUSLY CITED CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 7/30/2019 REPORT #2303872 OBSERVRED NOT TO BE CORRECTED. VIOLATION #57 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATION FROM EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE'S MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT. VIOLATION# 58 NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION VIOLATION #55 NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVES, FLOORS INSIDE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE BUT NO CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION . INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH DRY PRODUCTS.(RICE , SALT SUGAR) WITH OUT PROPER COMMON FOOD NAME MARKINGS.ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO LINE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO REACH IN TWO DOOR COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WITH PROPER PARTS AND NOT TO USE DUCK TAPE FOR REPAIRS AND MAINTAIN
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEES BATHROOM
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Jul 30, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38.010-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TIME FOR TEMPERATURE SAFETY FOR CONTROL FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATED IN BOTH COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVES, FLOORS INSIDE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT BLIGHTS IN BACK PREP AREA IS LOW. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHTS. INTENSITY OF LIGHTS SHOULD BE 20-50 CNDL/FT2
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATION FROM EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE'S MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Apr 3, 2018
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE MOP SINK AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS THRU-OUT THE WASHROOM, ESPECIALLY BEHIND THE TOILET BOWL. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP ON THE WASHROOM CEILING VENT COVER AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK ON THE FAUCET CONNECTOR OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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May 16, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 55.5F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS EGGS,CHICKEN SOUPS,ASSORTED MEAT TAMALES AND HALF/HALF MILK. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER, OBSERVED CHICKEN SOUP AT 53.7F,EGGS AT 52.2F,PORK TAMALES AT 51.1F,HALF/HALF MILK AT 49.6F. ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE STORED AT A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BENEATH THE DOUGHNUT FRYERS WITH EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS/COB WEBS FROM WALLS AND CEILING AT CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREASA AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SMALL WATER LEAK AT THE BASE OF FAUCET OF THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLAENING AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM KITCHEN SHELVINGS AND MAINTAIN.
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74
Jun 16, 2016
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violations not corrected from report # 1932380, dated 6-9-16: Violation 22- "Observed no chemical test kit for sanitizing on site. Facility was instructed to maintain test kit on site per previous report # 1528003, dated 3-19-15. Instructed to obtain the appropriate test kit for their selected sanitizer and to maintain on site. Serious citation issued 7-38-030." Violation 29- "USING PLASTIC CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO INVEST IN FOOD GRADES OR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS." Observed no test strips on site upon arrival and a food item in a grocery bag. Operator removed food from bag and had obtained sanitizer test strips during inspection. Critical citation issued 7-42-090.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the in floor grease trap under the three compartment sink to be cemented over. Instructed facility to remove cement and maintain so as to provide proper access to grease trap to allow for routine cleaning.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install and maintain a thermometer in the small Coca-Cola cooler at the front counter.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed unused items in facility- the front ice cream freezer, a small chest freezer in the rear and a 2 door cooler in the rear. Instructed facility to repair or remove and maintain.
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Jun 9, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Observed the front small Coca-Cola cooler maintaining an improper temperature of 56.6f. Tagged cooler held for inspection by CDPH and instructed not to use or remove tag. Instructed to repair and maintain so cooler holds a temperature of 40f or below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(a).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed 5lbs of dairy products (creamer, half and half, and cream spread) at improper temperatures ranging from 51.8f-56.1f, in the small Coca-Cola cooler at the front counter. Operator discarded and denatured said foods, valued at $25. Instructed to maintain all potentially hazardous foods at 40f or below or 140f or above.
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: Observed no chemical test kit for sanitizing on site. Facility was instructed to maintain test kit on site per previous report # 1528003, dated 3-19-15. Instructed to obtain the appropriate test kit for their selected sanitizer and to maintain on site. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violations not corrected from report # 1528003, dated 3-19-15: Violation 32- "USING PLASTIC CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO INVEST IN FOOD GRADES OR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS." Violation 38- "LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR." Violation 45- "NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE." Instructed to comply with all and maintain. Serious citation issued 7-42-090.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the in floor grease trap under the three compartment sink to be cemented over. Instructed facility to remove cement and maintain so as to provide proper access to grease trap to allow for routine cleaning.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Instructed facility to install and maintain a thermometer in the small Coca-Cola cooler at the front counter.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed unused items in facility- the front ice cream freezer, a small chest freezer in the rear and a 2 door cooler in the rear. Instructed facility to repair or remove and maintain.
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Mar 19, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: USING PLASTIC CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO INVEST IN FOOD GRADES OR FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL NOT CLEAN BY THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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78
Nov 5, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: STORAGE SHELVES, PREP TABLE, INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND STORAGE RACKS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHT COVERS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT BULB IN DONUT DISPLAY CASE NOT SHIELDED. INSTRUCTED TO INSTAL SHATTER PROOF BULB OR SHIELD BULB.
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Feb 3, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Sinks, coolers, cooking equipment, prep table, cabinets and storage shelves.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
34
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided inside reach-in cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuously inside all coolers.
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86
Oct 3, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 25, 2013
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP/SERVING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY INSTALL SINK WITH HOT/COLD WATER, SOAP AND A SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO REQUEST LOG BOOK FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND PROVIDE LOG BOOK UPON RE INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GREASE BUILD-UP ON HOOD ABOVE FRYERS AT REAR PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN. OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING PANELS AT REAR PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. DUST ON VENT COVERS AT FRONT DINING AREA AND INSIDE THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN. OPENINGS AROUND PIPES INSIDE THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN LID/COVER FOR GREASE TRAP UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, ALSO TO REPAINT GREASE TRAP. NO VISIBLE BACK FLOW PREVENTER FOR NESCAFE/COFFEE MAKER/MACHINE; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VISIBLE PREVENTER.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited seven times, more than any other issue at Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe.
Has Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Golden Grain Bakery and Donuts Corporation — Golden Grain Bakery/Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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