APR 5
2017
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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13 PINS TAPAS & GRILL.
BEAT. 33/100
4202 W IRVING PARK RD · AVONDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected April 5, 2017 · passed
Failed 6 of 12 inspections. 7 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
12
6 passed · 6 failed
VIOLATIONS
51
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
6 YEARS
since Jul 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTED DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPT SINK BEHIND THE BAR. ALSO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE MOP SINK AND THE CHEST FREEZER ABD MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN IN DETAIL INTERIOR DOOR OF THE AND LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER WITH FOOD CRUMBS AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SEAL THE GAP BETWEEN THE WALLS AND THE FLOOR BEHIND THE TOILET BOWL. HOOD,FILTER,LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE GREASE AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
LEAK ON THE PIPE UNDER THE 3 COMPT SINK BEHIND THE BAR. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK.
MAR 292017FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 29
2017
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND EVIDENCE OF RAT DROPPINGS UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK APPROXIMATELY 10 TOTAL AND MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE BAR AND BEHIND THE ATM MACHINE APPROXIMATELY 15 TOTAL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL ,REMOVE THE DROPPINGS AND HAVE ADDITIONAL INSPECTION BY THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH OVERFLOWING GARBAGE AND SURROUNDING AREAS NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLOSE ALL THE LIDS ALL THE TIMES AND MAINTAIN THE SURROUNDING AREAS. ALSO NO GREASE CONTAINER TO DISPOSE THE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE GREASE CONTAINER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED/DISPLAYED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN SANITATION CLASS AND BE CERTIFIED UNDER CITY OF CHICAGO. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTED DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEHIND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPT SINK BEHIND THE BAR. PROVIDE OR INSTALL LID FOR THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE BAR TO PROTECT THE ICE FROM ANY CONTAMINATION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN IN DETAIL INTERIOR DOOR OF THE AND LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER WITH FOOD CRUMBS AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
GAP BETWEEN THE WALLS AND FLOOR THRU OUT THE ESTABLISHMENT INCLUDING THE WASHROOM. MUST SEAL THE GAP AND MAINTAIN. HOOD,FILTER,LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN ,REMOVE GREASE AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
LEAK ON THE PIPE UNDER THE 3 COMPT SINK BEHIND THE BAR. MUST REPAIR TO STOP THE LEAK. PROVIDE 3 MISSING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPT SINK IN THE KITCHEN.
MAR 212016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
MAR 21
2016
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED ICE ACCUMULATION ON INTERIOR OF FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN, SANTIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN STORED IN ZIP LOCK BAG AND THEN STORED IN A GROCERY BAG IN THE REFRIDGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN COMMERCIAL GRADE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF OVENS, RANGE AND FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
NO THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS. NO STEM THERMOMETERS FOUND. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
MAR 82016FAILED10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 8
2016
FAILED
10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN REAR OF BUILDING. BUSINESS DOES NOT HAVE A COMMERICAL GARBAGE DISPOSAL CONTAINER IN REAR PARKING LOT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE DISPOSAL SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-020.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MUST COMPLY WITH CITY REGULATIONS. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS
NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-42-010(B).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED ICE ACCUMULATION ON INTERIOR OF FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN, SANTIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN STORED IN ZIP LOCK BAG AND THEN STORED IN A GROCERY BAG IN THE REFRIDGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN COMMERCIAL GRADE FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS STAINED AND WITH DEEP GROVES. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE ALL CUTTING BOARDS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF OVENS, RANGE AND FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. OBSERVED GLASSES HANGING IN BAR AREA WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL GLASSES.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED MISSING WOOD PANEL ON WALL BEHIND BAR NEAR OUTLET. INSTRUCTED MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
NO THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS. NO STEM THERMOMETERS FOUND. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
ICE SCOOP FOUND IN ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE SEPERATE CLEAN CONTAINER FOR STORAGE OF ALL UTENSILS.
ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN THE FOOD-PREP AREA
OBSERVED SEVERAL NON-EMPLOYEES ON SITE WITHOUT ANY SUPERVISION FROM EMPLOYEE OR OWNER. NON-EMPLOYEES ROAMING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED OPERATOR MUST NOT ALLOW NON-EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREP OR BAR AREAS.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
ONE EMPLOYEE ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WHO HANDLE FOOD
AUG 122013PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
AUG 12
2013
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
ICE MACHINE HAS GRIME INSIDE. NEED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NEED TO PROVIDE ELECTRICAL COVER ON LOWER WALL LEADING TO PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
NEED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE TO MOP SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLUTTER NEED TO BE REMOVE FROM BACK YARD.
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JUN 42012PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
JUN 4
2012
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found food items ot properly dated/labeled in coolers, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in coolers, reach in freezer.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be replaced/repaired. Storage shelving that had exposed raw wood shall be repaired/sealed.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under rear storage area, and furnace area not clean need detailed cleaning(corners).
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Missing light shields in cooler shall be provided, light shields in prep area need cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in coolers, bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.
JUN 12011PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JUN 1
2011
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,AROUND GREASE TRAP,MOPSINK AREA , UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT ON WALLS ABOVE PREP AREA MUST BE REMOVED,REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SANITIZED CONTAINER
SEP 292010FAILED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 29
2010
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
remains to be corrected.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
remains to be corrcted.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS IN ALL LIGHTING FIXTURES IN THE PREP AND COOKING AREA.
SEP 212010FAILED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 21
2010
FAILED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Instructed to have all coolers on and running at 40 F or below. No citation issued, establishment not open.
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE
No hot running water under city pressure provide. Establishment must provide hot water under city pressure during all hours of operation. No citation issued, establishment not open.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Rear exit door has 1/2 inch gap across entire bottom of door. Instructed to rodent proof door to prevent rodent and insect entry. No citation issued, establishment not opened.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Raw wood around front counter area and rear storage shelves not sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor not properly sealed in prep area. Instructed to apply sealant to surface and under equipment.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls and ceiling in storage and dining area not maintained. Instructed to seal all holes and repaint walls and ceiling in storage area and to seal brick wall in dining area.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light not provided in utility area. Instructed to install adequate in stored room.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Sink stoppers not provided at three compartment sink. Instructed to provided stoppers.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Thermometer not provided inside alll coolers. Instructed to provide thermometers conspicuos inside coolers.
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