JUN 12
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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BLACKWOOD BBQ.
YOUR CALL. 49/100
28 S CLINTON ST · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO
Last inspected June 12, 2023 · passed with conditions
6 of 12 inspections passed, 6 passed with conditions. 7 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
12
6 passed · 6 w/ conditions
VIOLATIONS
27
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
9 YEARS
since May 2014
INSPECTION HISTORY
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (HOMEMADE SALAD DRESSING) PAST DATE MARKED WITH A DATE OF 6/03/2023 DISCARD DATE LOCATED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED THE FOOD MUST BE SOLD, DISCARDED, OR CONSUMED WITHIN 7 DAYS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE FOR REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS PLACED IN ALL COLD-HOLDING UNITS. THE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED THE CONTAINER OF HOMEMADE SALAD DRESSING DURING THE INSPECTION. 2 1/2LB WORTH $10 OF PRODUCT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
JAN 72020PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 7
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (BEEF, PORK, TOMATOES, COLESLAW, ETC). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH A VALID,ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN CLEAN UP PROCEDURE POSTED ON SITE OR NECESSARY ITEMS OUTLINED IN THE POLICY AVAILABLE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN OCCUR IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.DOCUMENTS PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVING UNITS LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA CEILING ABOVE STORAGE RACK .INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 12019PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 1
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP KIT A ND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST PROVIDE LABELS ON DESSERTS (PIE) IN 2-DOOR SELF-SERVE REACH N COOLER. LABELS MUST CONTAIN COMMON FOOD NAME, LIST OF INGREDIENTS, AND THE NAME & PLACE OF THE BUSINESS OF THE MANUFACTURER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEE THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE ONLINE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
JAN 232018PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JAN 23
2018
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed black mold like substance embedded in caulk line above 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to reseal and maintain at all times.
JAN 222018PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 22
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Observed 2 door reach in continental cooler at a improper temperature of 48.2f to 50.1f, holding potentially hazardous foods. Tagged cooler held for inspection by cdph. Instructed not to use. instructed to repair and maintain at 40f or below. Critical Violation # 7-38-005(a).
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
Observed potentially hazardous food stored at improper temperature, located in 2 door reach in continental cooler, in front counter prep area: 48.2f, 10lbs of cole slaw, at value $5.00 49.0f, 8lbs of elotes/cooked corn salada, at value $5.00 50.1f, 2.5lbs of diced cooked sweet potatoes, at a value of $4.00 Manager stated total weight of 20.5 lbs at approximately value of $14.00 Manager voluntarily discarded/denatured said food. instructed to keep all cold food at 40 f or below and hot food at 140 or above. Critical Violation 7-38-005(a)
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed black mold like substance embedded in caulk line above 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to reseal and maintain at all times.
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AUG 162017PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
AUG 16
2017
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Found hot water faucet handle (stripped) in disrepair. All plumbing must be maintained. Must repair and maintain same.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Observed temperature display on hot box not functioning properly. Must repair or place a thermometer in a conspicuous spot inside hot box. Must maintain same.
JUN 92017PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 9
2017
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Found standing water under hand sink and 1 compartment sink in kitchen area. Must keep all floors clean and dry. Must maintain same.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Found hand sink without splash guard very close to 1 compartment prep sink, which is used for food preparation. Must install splash guard on the exposed hand to prevent contamination. Found standing water on floor from drainage hose from the walk in cooler. The hose is not properly draining into nearby floor drain. Must repair issue so that liquid drains directly into a floor drain and not onto floor. Must maintain all.
FEB 232016PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violationsDETAILS
FEB 23
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violationsDETAILS
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (PORK, MACARONI AND CHEESE) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER, WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED, ON SITE AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS CITATION: 7-38-012
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
SINGLE SERVICE FORKS ARE BEING STORED WITH THE USE END PRESENTED TO THE CONSUMER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS WITH THE HANDLE PRESENTED TO THE CONSUMER.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
A MOP WAS OBSERVED BEING STORED HEAD DOWN IN THE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOPS AND BROOMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
MAR 122015PASSED1 violationDETAILS
MAR 12
2015
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN VENT COVERS IN THE WASHROOMS.
DEC 152014PASS W/ CONDITIONS2 violationsDETAILS
DEC 15
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violationsDETAILS
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES OR SUCH A PERSON ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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