SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

BARBECUE KING RESTAURANT.

EAT. 97/100

2148 S ARCHER AVE · CHINATOWN, CHICAGO

Last inspected September 22, 2025 · passed

24 of 31 inspections passed, with 10 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
31
24 passed · 3 w/ conditions · 4 failed
VIOLATIONS
121
includes 10 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Feb 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

SEP 22
2025
PASSED
0 violations
SEP 10
2025
PASSED
0 violations
SEP 4
2025
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 26
2025
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 12
2025
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT TO GO PREP STATION HANDWASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.

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MAY 28
2024
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS TO WEAR A HAIR RESTAINT.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED PIC TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS ON THE PREP COOLER IN FRONT OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED PIC TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK/REACH IN COOLERS, THE LOWER SURFACE OF THE INTERIOR OF THE CABINETS AND REACH IN COOLERS WITH FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED PIC TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS/EQUIPMENT DESCRIBED.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH CHARRED DEBRIS, GREASE, DIRT AND FOOD. INSTRUCTED PIC TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM HAS NO LID. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID FOR THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. MAINTAIN SAME.

MINORFood Temperature
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER AND SINKS WITH FOOD, GREASE, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE MOPS IN THE REAR NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE HANGING UP FOR PROPER AIR DRYING. MAINTAIN SAME.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PIC TO REPLACE CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 4
2023
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, FRYER, BURNER, STORAGE RACK AND REFRIGERATION UNITS).

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE PIPES ATTACHED TO THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NO COVER ON VENTILATION FAN ON CEILING OF WOMENS WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER.

MAY 22
2023
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HANDWASHING SIGN IN WOMENS WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE GASKETS LOOSE AT THE TWO DOOR COOLER IN THE MIDDLE PREP AREA NEXT TO THE EXPOSED HANDSINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, FRYER, BURNER, STORAGE RACK AND REFRIGERATION UNITS).

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE PIPES ATTACHED TO THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE EXPIRED FOR FOOD HANDLER ON SITE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A NEW CERTIFICATE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES EXPIRED FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES.

AUG 16
2022
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN NEED OF PROPER LABELING OF COMMODITY NAME. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

ALL WIPING CLOTHS WHEN NOT IN USE MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON MAIN COOK LINE COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

LEAK AT HANDSINK P-TRAP IN REAR PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

GARBAGE CAN COVER NEEDED IN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS IN MAIN PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

ALL HOOD VENTS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

APR 20
2021
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED BROWNISH SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE BY THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-601.11 OBSERVED LABELS THAT CONTAIN BUSINESS NAME, ADDRESS AND INGREDIENTS ARE NEEDED FOR PREPACKAGED FOODS THAT ARE FOR SALE AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-101.19 OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE INSIDE FRYER CABINETS, DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOLDING UNITS, AND LEDGES BEHIND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11 OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114 OBSERVED ITEMS BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEASE 6 INCHES.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED FLOORS INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER AND UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNIT WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

JAN 21
2021
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES.INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANTIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED OPEN FOOD ITEMS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE IN FOOD CONTAINERS OR FOOD STORAGE BAGS.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE INSIDE FRYER CABINETS, DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOLDING UNITS, AND LEDGES BEHIND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

APR 12
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.

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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

FOUND WIPING CLOTH ON PREP TABLE AND NOT STORED IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHILE NOT IN USE; INSTRUCTED TO STORE CLOTH IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHILE NOT IN USE.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYER AND BURNER NEXT TO THE FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE AND BUILD UP. CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE. OBSERVED.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE WALLS BEHIND THE SMOKER IN THE CENTER PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN WALL. OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE CENTER PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN FLOORS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE REAR PREP AREA; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. ALSO CLEAN INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

BUMPED UP TO #60

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM AUGUST 14, 2018 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED. ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS ARE IN NEED OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN CERTIFCATE AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 14
2018
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST DISCONTINUE USE OF GROCERY BAGS TO STORE FOOD. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

HOOD VENTILATION IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS ARE IN NEED OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN.

APR 19
2018
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED TO REPLACE WORN, DISCOLORED BOARDS. NEW RUBBER GASKETS NEEDED ON REACH IN COOLERS WHERE WORN AND TORN. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CLEAN INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS AND INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER. CORRECTED AND MAINTAIN.

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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 15
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF 2-DR REFRIGERATION UNIT AT REAR AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF DEEP FRYER OF GREASE BUILD-UP. CLEAN/SANITIZE SHELVES OF WALK- IN COOLER OF FOOD DEBRIS.

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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER ALONG WALL AND AT CORNERS OF FOOD BUILD-UP. CLEAN AROUND AND BETWEEN HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

FOOD HANDLER MUST WHERE HAIR RESTRAINT IN FOOD PREP AREA.

MAY 17
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. CLEAN BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES.

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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER UNDERNEATH SHELVES AND UNDER SINKS IN REAR OF KITCHEN AND BEHIND LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE.

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VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE THREE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK TO PROPERLY SET UP SINK TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE MANUALLY. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE (DELIME) TO REMOVE BUILD UP.

MAY 4
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE IS NOT SANITIZING. CHEMICAL READING AT 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MACHINE SERVICED AND THAT THE CHLORINE CHEMICAL READING MUST BE AT 100PPM AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030. (SEE COMMENTS BELOW).

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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE. CLEAN BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES.

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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER UNDERNEATH SHELVES AND UNDER SINKS IN REAR OF KITCHEN AND BEHIND LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE.

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE THREE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK TO PROPERLY SET UP SINK TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE MANUALLY. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE (DELIME) TO REMOVE BUILD UP.

NOV 10
2015
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

SIDE OF PREP COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN WITH LARGE CRACKS DEPOSITING FOOD DEBRIS AND WASTE WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

AUG 31
2015
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 24
2015
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL, FOUND 20 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND FOOD PREP COOLERS ALONG WINDOW LEDGE, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENTS ACTIVITY IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. SERIOUS CITAITON ISSUED 7-38-020.

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CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

STORING CLEAVER WEDGED BETWEEN PREP COOLER AND HAND SINK,REUSING TIN CANS AS A MULTI-USE UTENSIL, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE AND STORE UTENSILS IN A CLEAN AREA.

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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER COOKING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

CLUTTER NOTED ON FRONT PREP AREA SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGANIZE.

DEC 15
2014
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR THE LEAK FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMP SINK (THIRD COMPARTMENT).

DEC 8
2014
FAILED
8 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 13, 2014 AS DESCRIBED BELOW: #30 MUST LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER. #32 MUST REPAIR/REPLACE LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT TWO DOOR COOLER NEAR DISHMACHINE IN REAR AREA TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. UNIT AT PROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME. #33 MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, STORAGE RACKS, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, ETC. #34 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, INSIDE OF WALK-IN UNITS ETC AND MAINTAIN. #35 CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST REMOVE DUST FROM EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION FANS ON THE CEILINGS OF THE WASHROOMS, ALSO CLEAN INSIDE OF FANS TO REMOVE DIRT. CLEAN VENT ABOVE THE TEA MAKER IN PREP AREA TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP IN VENT.

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

PROVIDE THREE WORKING METAL OR RUBBER DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK FOR PROPER SET UP FOR WASH RINSE AND SANITIZING. REPAIR THE LEAK FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMP SINK.

MAR 13
2014
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER.

MINORFood Temperature
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR/REPLACE LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT TWO DOOR COOLER NEAR DISHMACHINE IN REAR AREA TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. (UNIT AT PROPER TEMPERATURE AT THIS TIME).

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, STORAGE RACKS, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS ETC.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, INSIDE OF WALK-IN UNITS ETC. AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND INSIDE OF WALK-IN UNITS.

NOV 13
2013
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS THROUGH OUT ALL PREP AREAS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. DETAIL CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

AUG 19
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NEW CUTTING BOARD NEEDED AT MIDDLE PREP AREA. DEEP CUTS, DISCOLORED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS THROUGH OUT ALL PREP AREAS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. DETAIL CLEAN UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

AUG 3
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

FOUND 10 POUNDS COOKED CHICKEN AT 81.0F, 5 POUNDS COOKED PORK AT 76.5, AND 10 POUNDS DUCK AT 76.5F. POTENTIANLLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MENTIONED WAS HANGING ON DISPLAY RACKS AT FRONT PREPARATION AREAS. TEMPERATURE LOGS PROVIDED NOT ACCURATE. TEMPERATURE LOGS NOT ABLE TO IDENTIFY/TRACK FOOD BEING MOINTORED. CRITICAL VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 25 POUNDS OF FOOD DISPOSED. VALUE AT $60.00

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND INTERIOR OF COOLERS NOT CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES.

JAN 24
2011
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
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. CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD ATTACHMENTS, WALLS AND PIPING BEHIND DISH MACHINE, AND PIPING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP.

DEC 27
2010
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
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. CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD ATTACHMENTS, WALLS AND PIPING BEHIND DISH MACHINE, AND PIPING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE BUILDUP.

DEC 16
2010
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSPest Activity
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION #231225 ON 02/17/10 NOT CORRECTED: #30 INSTRUCTED TO LABEL READY TO EAT CUT PRODUCE PACKAGES AT FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AND LABEL PREPARED FOODS IN WALK-IN COOLER, #32 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE AT MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT RUSTY PREP TABLE BOTTOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CHEST FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD-UP, #33 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, UNDER, AROUND PIPING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, FAN GRID COVERS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF REAR HAND WASH SINK, AND AROUND DISH MACHINE, #35 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS IN TOILET ROOMS AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL WALL BASE BEHIND IN POOR REPAIR IN UTILITY CLOSET, #38 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE HOT TEA BURNER UNITS AND PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT FAUCET AT UTILITY SINK, #41 INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE AREA, REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS, ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SERIOUS 7-42-090 ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

REMOVE CARDBOARD LINING FROM SHELVES/RACKS IN PREP AREAS AND STORAGE SHELVES. RESURFACE WORN BUTCHER BLOCK AT FRONT PREP AREA, REMOVE MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN FREEER AND WALK-IN COOLER.

MINORSanitation
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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE BEHIND PREP TABLES, THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, COOKING EQUIPMENT, FISH TANK.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
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. CLEAN WALLS AROUND PREP AREAS, SEAL WALL BASE TILES AT REAR PREP AREA, CLEAN VENTILATION HOOD, WALLS BEHIND TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, HAND WASH SINK, DISH MACHINE.

MAR 4
2010
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL READY TO EAT CUT PRODUCE PACKAGES AT FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AND LABEL PREPARED FOODS IN WALK-IN COOLER.

MINORSanitation
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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE AT MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT RUSTY PREP TABLE BOTTOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CHEST FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD-UP.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, UNDER, AROUND, PIPING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, FAN GRID COVERS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF REAR HAND WASH SINK, AND AROUND DISH MACHINE.

MINORSanitation
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS IN TOILET ROOMS AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL WALL BASE BEHIND LIVE FISH TANK, REPAIR WALL BASE IN POOR REPAIR IN UTILITY CLOSET, AND BEHIND LIVE CRAB TANK BY WALK-IN COOLER.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN UTILITY CLOSET.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE TEA BURNER UNITS AND PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT FAUCET AT UTILITY SINK.

MINORPest Activity
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE AREA, REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS, ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

FEB 17
2010
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. FOUND SURROUNDING GROUND WITH EXCESSIVE GARBAGE LIQUID AND GREASE SPILLS IN SAID AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SPILLS AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL READY TO EAT CUT PRODUCE PACKAGES AT FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AND LABEL PREPARED FOODS IN WALK-IN COOLER.

MINORSanitation
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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE AT MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT RUSTY PREP TABLE BOTTOMS. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CHEST FREEZER WITH ICE BUILD-UP.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, UNDER, AROUND, PIPING BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, FAN GRID COVERS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF REAR HAND WASH SINK, AND AROUND DISH MACHINE.

MINORSanitation
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS IN TOILET ROOMS AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL WALL BASE BEHIND LIVE FISH TANK, REPAIR WALL BASE IN POOR REPAIR IN UTILITY CLOSET, AND BEHIND LIVE CRAB TANK BY WALK-IN COOLER.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN UTILITY CLOSET.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE TEA BURNER UNITS AND PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT FAUCET AT UTILITY SINK.

MINORPest Activity
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE AREA, REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS, ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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