SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

BULSHO RESTAURANT.

BEAT. 18/100

211 W WALTON ST · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO

Last inspected May 21, 2025 · passed

Failed 10 of 27 inspections. 47 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
27
11 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 10 failed
VIOLATIONS
186
includes 47 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Feb 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAY 21
2025
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND KEEP VISIBLE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED A OPENING AROUND THE PIPE OF THE FURNACE AND A HOLE AT THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE UNIT WHERE PIPE GOES INTO THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.

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

OBSERVED THE UPPER AND LOWER SHELVING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT ITEMS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CORNER OF WALL NEAR THE SODA MACHINE BROKEN AND EXPOSING INSIDE WALL EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING AREA EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND DUSTY WALLS THROUGH OUT THE CEILING OF THE DINING AREA. ALSO NOTED MULTIPLE STAINED CEILING TILES AT SAME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE COOKING AND PREPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.

MAR 27
2025
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND KEEP VISIBLE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED A OPENING AROUND THE PIPE OF THE FURNACE AND A HOLE AT THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE UNIT WHERE PIPE GOES INTO THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.

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

OBSERVED THE UPPER AND LOWER SHELVING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT ITEMS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON THE SIDES OF ALL THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA WITH A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE DRAIN PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CORNER OF WALL NEAR THE SODA MACHINE BROKEN AND EXPOSING INSIDE WALL EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING AREA EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE REAR DISH WASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA AS WELL AS THE FRONT SERVING LINE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE WALLS, FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT COOKING AND NON COOKING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BADLY STAINED AND SINKING IN CEILING COVERINGS AT THE END OF THE FRONT SERVING LINE JUST IN FRONT OF THE SMALL TELEVISION AT THE A/C VENT UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE COOKING AND PREPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.

MAR 18
2025
FAILED
15 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, CHICKEN, BEEF, LANB AND MORE. INSTRUCTED A PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON PREMISES DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. MANAGER DID ARRIVE ON SITE AT 10:52 AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS IN BOTH MEN AND WOMNEN TOILET ROOM AT START OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT HAND DRYING PROVISIONS MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER DID PROVIDE WHEN HE ARRIVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND KEEP VISIBLE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED A OPENING AROUND THE PIPE OF THE FURNACE AND A HOLE AT THE LOWER WALL ACROSS FROM THE UNIT WHERE PIPE GOES INTO THE GROUND. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ENTRY AND ACTIVITY.

MINORFood Temperature
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS IN BOXES ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED SIX INCHES OR MORE FROM THE FLOOR ON PROPER SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS.

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

OBSERVED THE UPPER AND LOWER SHELVING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT ITEMS.

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

OBSERVED CARD BOARD LINING THE LOWER SHELVING AREA OF THE FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR INSECTS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD SPILLAGE ON THE SIDES OF ALL THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA WITH A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE DRAIN PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CORNER OF WALL NEAR THE SODA MACHINE BROKEN AND EXPOSING INSIDE WALL EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING AREA EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE REAR DISH WASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA AS WELL AS THE FRONT SERVING LINE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE, DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS ON THE WALLS, FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT COOKING AND NON COOKING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BADLY STAINED AND SINKING IN CEILING COVERINGS AT THE END OF THE FRONT SERVING LINE JUST IN FRONT OF THE SMALL TELEVISION AT THE A/C VENT UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEE COOKING AND PREPPING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE ON SITE.

MINORFood Temperature
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED CONTINUED NO COMPLIANCE OF CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION #2597903 DATED 07/23/24 WITHA CORRECT BY DATE OF 10/23/24 VIOLATION #51 5-205.15 OBSERVED PIPE OF THE THE FAN COOLING UNIT IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH A LEAK AT THE BEND OF THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PRODUCT FROM AREA TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE PRODUCT BELOW, TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. VIOLATION# 5-501.17 OBSERVED MISSING LID FOR TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. STILL NOT CORRECTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

JUL 23
2024
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE SHELVING OF THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND THICK DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SHELVING.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED A HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE ON THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Temperature
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED PIPE OF THE THE FAN COOLING UNIT IN THE WALK IN COOLER WITH A LEAK AT THE BEND OF THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PRODUCT FROM AREA TO AVOID POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF THE PRODUCT BELOW, TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED MISSING LID FOR TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BROKEN AND MISSING WALL TILES STARTING AT THE FRONT ENTRANCE OF THE FACILITY ALONG THE WALL COVING AND THE WALL UNDER THE WINDOWS ACROSS FROM FRONT SERVICE LINE. OBSERVED BLACK BAG HANGING OVER THE HOT FOOD LINE (STATED THE COVERING IS THERE) INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BAG, REPLACE COVERING IF NEEDED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR AND THE SHELVING OVER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH A HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED MISSING LIGHTS AT THE START OF THE FOOD SERVICE LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR AS NEEDED.

AUG 31
2023
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

4-204.112(B): THERMOMETERS IS NOT PROVIDED IN WALK-IN COOLER. COLD/HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT USED FOR TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE THERMOMETER IN AN EASILY VIEWED LOCATION.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-202.15: EXTERIOR KITCHEN DOOR IS LEFT WIDE OPEN WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS/INSECTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

MINORFacility Condition
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

4-903.11(A;C): BOXES OF SINGLE USE ARTICLES STORED ON THE GROUND NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. FACILITY MUST ELEVATE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.

SERIOUSSanitation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-301.12: DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN/PREPARATION DEPARTMENT IS MISSING. OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS USED AS A DRAIN STOPPER. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ALLOW FOR PROPER WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZER SET UP.

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AUG 29
2023
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

THERMOMETERS IS NOT PROVIDED IN WALK-IN COOLER. COLD/HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT USED FOR TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY SHALL HAVE AT LEAST ONE THERMOMETER IN AN EASILY VIEWED LOCATION.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

EXTERIOR KITCHEN DOOR IS LEFT WIDE OPEN WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS/INSECTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (C) CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFacility Condition
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

BOXES OF SINGLE USE ARTICLES STORED ON THE GROUND NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. FACILITY MUST ELEVATE ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.

SERIOUSSanitation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN/PREPARATION DEPARTMENT IS MISSING. OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS USED AS A DRAIN STOPPER. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ALLOW FOR PROPER WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZER SET UP.

JUN 24
2022
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 15
2022
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER ON REAR PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.

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

OBSERVED UNUSED WALK-IN COOLER NOT FUNCTIONING AND AUTOMATIC PAPER TOWEL DISPENSERS AT FRONT AND REAR EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SO THAT UNIT IS CAPABLE OF MAINTAINING AN AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AT OR BELOW 41F AND PAPER TOWELS ARE ABLE TO BE DISPENSED.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAK COMING FROM PIPE UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MISSING PIPE UNDERNEATH EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE CONNECTED TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE BEHIND COOK LINE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

CRITICALPest Activity
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING REPEAT PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2556972 DATED 6/8/2022: #38 " OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON WALL NEAR KNIFE RACK AND SOAP DISPENSER AND 5 RODENT DROPPINGS ON GROUND NEAR ELECTRICAL WIRES UNDERNEATH CASH REGISTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED." AT TIME OF RE-INSPECTION, OBSERVED ADDITIONAL 5 LIVE ROACHES.INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND COME INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

JUN 8
2022
FAILED
8 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TCS ITEMS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CERTIFIED MANAGER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO SOAP AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHIN SINK IN REAR PREP AREA HAD BEEN TURNED OFF AND COVERED WITH A PLASTIC TRASH BAG, RENDERING IT INACESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL HAND WASHING SINKS IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES ON WALL NEAR KNIFE RACK AND SOAP DISPENSER AND 5 RODENT DROPPINGS ON GROUND NEAR ELECTRICAL WIRES UNDERNEATH CASH REGISTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED 2 CUSTOMERS COME INTO FRONT PREP AREA TO MAKE THEMSELVES PLATES OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ONLY FOOD EMPLOYEES ARE ALLOWED IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE CONNECTED TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE BEHIND COOK LINE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MAY 26
2022
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE CONNECTED TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE BEHIND COOK LINE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MAY 19
2022
FAILED
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED TWO LIVE ROACHES AND 7 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE FRONT AREA BEHIND THE SERVING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PESTS, RECIEVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF PEST. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED HOLE IN SCREEN DOOR ON NORTH SIDE OF REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE CONNECTED TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE BEHIND COOK LINE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST ON FAN IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED ONE FEMALE EMPLOYEE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2555566 DATED 5/11/2022: #10 "OBSERVED NO SOAP AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NEXT TO ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION." #10 "OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA AND AT WASHBOWL SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION." INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND COME INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FROM REPORT # 2555566 ON 05/11/2022. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC'S VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010 (B). CITATION ISSUED.

MAY 11
2022
FAILED
14 violations7 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY FROM 8:50-10:00AM WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. CERTIIFIED MANAGER ARRIVED AT 10AM. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED COFFEE CUP PLACED INSIDE ONE HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA AND FOOD DUMPED IN OTHER HAND WASHING SINK NEAR FRONT PREP AREA RENDERING BOTH INACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS OPEN AND ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO SOAP AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NEXT TO ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA AND AT WASHBOWL SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NEXT TO ESPRESSO MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CONTRACT WITH A LICENSED PEST CONTROL PROVIDER, RECEIVE SERVICE, AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED HOLE IN SCREEN DOOR ON NORTH SIDE OF REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

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

OBSERVED SACK OF ONIONS STORED DIRECTLY ON FLOOR IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE CONNECTED TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL RELEVANT LAWS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE BEHIND COOK LINE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM, HALLWAY LEADING TO RESTROOMS, AND IN DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF DUST ON FAN IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED ONE FEMALE EMPLOYEE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2386396 DATED 8/24/2020: #53 "NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN." #58 "NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ANY CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN." INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND COME INTO COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

AUG 24
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
13 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND NECESSARY SUPPLIES EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVING IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN DINING AREA AND REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP VENTILATION VENTS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN VENTILATION VENTS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT FOOD PREPARATION AREA ALONG WALLS AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ANY CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

JUL 28
2020
FAILED
16 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO PROCEDURE IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND NECESSARY SUPPLIES EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK TO VIEW WITH THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. MUST PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND MAINTAIN. 7-38-020(C) CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED KITCHEN BACK DOOR OPEN WITH NO SCREEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SCREEN OR PROVIDE DOOR CLOSED.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZER SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVING IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE

OBSERVED INADEQUATE AVAILABILITY OF HOT WATER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WATER TEMPERATURE 82.4F AND HAND WASHING SINKS WATER TEMPERATURE AT 87.3F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER ABOVE 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOVE 100F AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS. PLUMBER ARRIVED WATER HAS BEEN REPAIR DURING INSPECTION. WATER TEMPERATURE AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT 120.0F AND 107.0F AT THE HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN DINING AREA AND REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT FOOD PREPARATION AREA ALONG WALLS AND UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP VENTILATION VENTS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN VENTILATION VENTS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ANY CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

OCT 28
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HAND SOAP PROVIDED AT MAIN KITCHEN HAND WASH SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

KITCHEN BACK DOOR OPEN WITH NO SCREEN, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SCREEN OR KEEP DOOR CLOSED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

SHELVES AND WALK-IN COOLER FAN COVER WITH DUST AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NO SINK STOPPERS FOR 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

REFER TO VIOLATION #60 FOR DESCRIPTION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2184377 DATED ON 07/09/2018 FOR VIOLATION #58 ( NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD SERVICE MANAGER) INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT VIOLATION WITHIN GIVEN TIME FRAME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090

JUL 9
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

FOUND NO PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON OUT EDGES OF HOOD FILTER, ABOVE COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES. NO CITATION ISSUED.

OCT 31
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

SHELVES THROUGH OUT KITCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

GARBAGE BAG USED AS A BARRIER BETWEEN SERVING AREA AND KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO USE DURABLE MATERIAL EASILY CLEANABLE.

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

SINK STOPPERS MISSING AT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

AUG 18
2016
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 5
2016
FAILED
8 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

OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON SOUTHWEST CORNER WALL IN KITCHEN AREA AND 2 LIVE HOUSE FLIES AT KITCHEN AND CUSTOMER DINING AREA.ALSO,OBSERVED TOP OF FRONT DOORS NOT INSECT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH GAP AT TOP OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PESTS AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND MAKE TOP OF DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON SHELVINGS UNDER PREP TABLE NOT LABELED.INSTRUCTED TO LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED FOIL LINERS ON KITCHEN SHELVINGS AND ON GREASE TRAP BENEATH THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL FOIL LINERS MAINTAIN SAID AREAS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. ALSO,FOUND STORING KNIFE AND SPATULAS IN BETWEEN DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROPERLY STORE IN CLEAN SURFACE.

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

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP ON KITCHEN HOOD,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,INTERIORS OF COOLERS,INTERIOR CABINETS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER,INTERIOR KITCHEN STORAGE DRAWER.

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

DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE KITCHEN AREAS AND SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALL ABOVE THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.ALSO,CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REPAIR SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT SAME SINK AND MAINTAIN.ALSO,FOUND GAS CONNECTED FOOD EQUIPMENT NOT BENEATH THE KITCHEN HOOD.INSTRUCTED TO MOVE SAID EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY BENEATH THE HOOD TO BE ADEQUATE VENTED AS REQUIRED.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REPAIR SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT SAME SINK AND MAINTAIN.ALSO,FOUND GAS CONNECTED FOOD EQUIPMENT NOT BENEATH THE KITCHEN HOOD.INSTRUCTED TO MOVE SAID EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY BENEATH THE HOOD TO BE ADEQUATE VENTED AS REQUIRED.

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

OBSERVED NO HAIR RESTRAINTS ON FOOD EMPLOYEES SERVING CUSTOMERS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS WHEN WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 4
2016
FAILED
11 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE WALK-IN-COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 64.0F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS FISH, SALAD DRESSINGS,CUT LEAFY GREENS. MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE BELOW 40F AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED FISH AT 59.4F, THOUSAND ISLAND SALAD DRESSINGS AT 52.7F,CUT LEAFY GREENS 55.0F. COLD FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED 2 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON SOUTHWEST CORNER WALL IN KITCHEN AREA AND 2 LIVE HOUSE FLIES AT KITCHEN AND CUSTOMER DINING AREA.ALSO,OBSERVED TOP OF FRONT DOORS NOT INSECT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH GAP AT TOP OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PESTS AND DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND MAKE TOP OF DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, PASTAS, FISH, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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

OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON SHELVINGS UNDER PREP TABLE NOT LABELED.INSTRUCTED TO LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED FOIL LINERS ON KITCHEN SHELVINGS AND ON GREASE TRAP BENEATH THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL FOIL LINERS MAINTAIN SAID AREAS TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. ALSO,FOUND STORING KNIFE AND SPATULAS IN BETWEEN DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROPERLY STORE IN CLEAN SURFACE.

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

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP ON KITCHEN HOOD,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,INTERIORS OF COOLERS,INTERIOR CABINETS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER,INTERIOR KITCHEN STORAGE DRAWER.

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

DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE KITCHEN AREAS AND SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALL ABOVE THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.ALSO,CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REPAIR SMALL WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT SAME SINK AND MAINTAIN.ALSO,FOUND GAS CONNECTED FOOD EQUIPMENT NOT BENEATH THE KITCHEN HOOD.INSTRUCTED TO MOVE SAID EQUIPMENT DIRECTLY BENEATH THE HOOD TO BE ADEQUATE VENTED AS REQUIRED.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CALIBRATED METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR FOOD TEMPERATURES AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED NO HAIR RESTRAINTS ON FOOD EMPLOYEES SERVING CUSTOMERS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS WHEN WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS AND MAINTAIN.

FEB 3
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND HOT HOLD UNIT TO BE IMPROPER:EGGS 44.9F(WALK IN COOLER),ASSORTED CHICKEN (120.4F,121.6F,117.8F),PASTA 122.7F AND TUNA PASTRY 104.4F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 18 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $50.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

NOTED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT SANITIZING. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT SET UP FOR WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE.INSTRUCTED TO SET UP 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE WHEN WASHING DISHES. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030

CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

NOTED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVER FLOWING AND PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSURE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED COMPANY FOR PICK UP. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR GARBAGE AREA AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020

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

NOTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER STORED IN TIN CANS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A STORAGE CONTAINER WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS FOR FOOD AFTER OPENING THE CANS.

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

NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE FAUCET OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND AT THE BOTTOM PIPPING OF SAME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED DUSTY FAN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NOTED EMPLOYEES ON DUTY WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE ON SITE OR PROOF. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.

MAY 7
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED EGGS AT 47.4F, MILK AT 44.7F, BUTTERMILK AT 46.5F, CHEESE AT 47.4F, SALAD DRESSING AT 45.3F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10# OF FOOD WORTH $30. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

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

REPAIR OR REPLACE THE INSIDE OF THE DOOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER DUE TO EXPOSED INSULATION.

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

DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVES AND WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE PREP AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, VENTILATION HOOD.

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

DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY BEHIND EQUIPMENT AND UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA WITH FOOD AND GREASE STAINS. REPAIR THE OPENING IN THE WALL UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CLEAN AND REPAINT THE CEILING OF THE PREP AREA AND REPAIR THE WALL NEXT TO THE DOOR TO THE SIDEWALK FROM THE KITCHEN.

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

REPLACE THE BROKEN AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

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

REPAIR THE LEAK UNDER THE LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

HAIR AND BEARD RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

AUG 29
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN SHELVING, WALLS AND FAN COVER INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND DUST.

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

FLOORS AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

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

MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND SERVICE COUNTER ABOVE FOODS TO REMOVE DEBRIS. ALSO NOTED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA. MUST REPLACE OR PAINT.

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

MUST CLEAN FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST. ALSO NOTED A LEAK AT THE BOTTOM PIPE OF THE 1st COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

FEB 24
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

(7-38-030) INADEQUATE EQUIPMENT/UTENSIL SANITATION. OBSERVED THE DISHWASHER WASHING, SOAPING & RINSING UTENSILS/EQUIPMENT UNDER RUNNING WATER AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, WHICH WAS NOT PREPERLY SET-UP. INSTRUCTED TO SET SINK UP FOR WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE, USING CHLORINE. Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F.

SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

(7-38-012) NO ONE ON PREMISES WITH A CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE DURING PREPARATION, COOKING & SERVING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, GOAT, RICE, OATMEAL). A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.

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

SCOOPS WITH HANDLES MUST BE PROVIDED IN ALL DRY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS (INSTEAD OF BOWLS). Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.

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

MISSING STOPPERS AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK-MUST PROVIDE. All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.

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

FAN GUARDS OF WALK-IN COOLER, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP & REAR/KITCHEN HANDSINK MUST BE FREE OF DUST, FOOD DEBRIS OR DIRT. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.

AUG 22
2011
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 16
2011
FAILED
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 55F. UNIT WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. MUST MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 40F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED EGGS AT 55F, MILK AT 48-58F, AND BUTTERMILK AT 53F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 7 GALLONS AND 1# OF FOOD WORTH $45. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

SERIOUSOther
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS NOT PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN) WERE BEING PREPARED. THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER DID NOT ARRIVE UNTIL 2:30PM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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. DOOR FOR THE CHEST FREEZER DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE UNIT. REPAIR THE FRONT DOOR WHERE AN OPENING EXISTS BETWEEN THE DOORS.

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE FAN COVERS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, GREASY PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELF ABOVE PREP TABLE AND WIRE RACKS ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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. DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE CEILING OF THE PREP AREA. REPLACE ANY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA. SEAL ANY OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE UTILITY ROOM.

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

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE THE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE PREP AREA ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

PROVIDE 2 ADDITIONAL SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO TAKE FOOD TEMEPRATURES.

MINORSanitation
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. REMOVE THE LITTER FROM BEHIND THE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS. REMOVE THE HIGH WEEDS ALONG THE EAST AND SOUTH SIDES OF THE BUILDING.

FEB 4
2010
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
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. MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS AND PROPERLY LABEL.

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. MUST SEAL SMALL OPENING ALONG BOTTOM OF EXIT DOOR IN PREP AREA.

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES WHERE NEEDED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FAN COVER IN WALK IN COOLER AND REMOVE DUST BUILD UP.

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. MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOORS IN WASHROOMS AND MOP SINK CLOSET AND KEEP CLEAN. MUST SEAL OPENING AROUND DRAIN PIPE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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. DOORWAY TO KITHCHEN EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. MUST SCRAPE AND REPAINT SAME. MUST ALSO REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN 1ST WASHROOM FROM DINING AREA. MUST ALSO REPAIR WATER DAMAGED CEILING OVER MOP SINK CLOSET.

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. MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN MOP SINK CLOSET.

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

The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPES UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINORSanitation
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. MUST STORE ALL MULTI USE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.

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