SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

CAPTAIN HOOKS.

BEAT. 18/100

1600 W 13TH ST · PILSEN, CHICAGO

Last inspected July 28, 2022 · passed

Failed 9 of 30 inspections. 31 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
30
15 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 9 failed
VIOLATIONS
186
includes 31 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since Apr 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUL 28
2022
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 22
2022
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.11 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE PUBLIC/HALLWAY WOMEN'S AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A PINKISH BROWNISH SUBSTANCE ON THE SIDE WALLS AND ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

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

4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF AND FLOOR LINER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD GREASE AND DUST DEBRIS INSIDE AND IN BETWEEN ALL FRYERS AND EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE FAN LOCATED IN THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND AROUND THE REFRIGERATOR CONDENSERS. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE DEBRIS ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SHELVES.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT DEBRIS ON ALL FLOORS IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS, UNDER AND AROUND ALL SHELVES AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED COVING DEATTACHED IN MULTIPLE VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAKE COVING TIGHT FITTING.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11 OBSERVED NO LIGHT IN THE REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2561154; OBSERVED REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM TOILET NOT PROPERLY FLUSHING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.

JUL 19
2022
FAILED
13 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

2-101.11 OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION WRITTEN UNDER VIOLATION #2 7-38-012.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE NOR A VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A PINKISH BROWNISH SUBSTANCE ON THE SIDE WALLS AND ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE TOILET ROOM HALL WAY, ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE SHELVES AND IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM BY THE HOT WATER HEATER. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY; OBSERVED ABOUT 5 SMALL FLIES AND 2 LARGE FLIES FLYING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

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

4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF AND FLOOR LINER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD GREASE AND DUST DEBRIS INSIDE AND IN BETWEEN ALL FRYERS AND EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE FAN LOCATED IN THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND AROUND THE REFRIGERATOR CONDENSERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SHELVES.

CRITICALPlumbing & Waste
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

5-402.13 OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY CONVEYING SEWAGE WHEN SINKS ARE EMPTIED AS WATER POOLS ONTO FLOOR FROM FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT SEWAGE IS CONVEYED PROPERLY AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

SEE VIOLATION #59.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT DEBRIS ON ALL FLOORS IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS, UNDER AND AROUND ALL SHELVES AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. 6-201.11 OBSERVED COVING DEATTACHED IN MULTIPLE VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAKE COVING TIGHT FITTING.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE DEBRIS ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2560595 DATED 7/12/22; 10-6-301.12 OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE FOOD PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 6-301.11 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING CLEANSER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. 36- 4-302.12 OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE, EMPLOYEE (COOK) STATES "ITS HIS FIRST DAY AND HE DOESNT KNOW WHERE ANYTHING IS". INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER THAT TAKES TEMPERATURES OF COLD AND HOT FOODS. 48-4-302.14 OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 53-5-203.12 OBSERVED REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET NOT PROPERLY FLUSHING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.

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COMPLIANCE WITH CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE

7-32-015 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF SMOKING IN A PUBLIC PLACE. OBSERVED ABOUT 6 CIGARETTE BUTTS IN THE TRASH CAN IN THE REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER SMOKE INSIDE OF PUBLIC PLACES. CITATION ISSUED 7-32-015.

JUL 12
2022
FAILED
17 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

2-101.11 OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION WRITTEN UNDER VIOLATION #2 7-38-012.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE NOR A VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.12 OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE FOOD PREP AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. EMPLOYEE PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.11 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING CLEANSER AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. CITATION WRITTEN UNDER ABOVE VIOLATION.

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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A PINKISH BROWNISH SUBSTANCE ON THE SIDE WALLS AND ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

3-501.16(A:2,&B) OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (RAW FISH) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES LOCATED IN A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR; ABOUT 30 LBS OF RAW FISH RANGING FROM 53F-67F, AND ABOUT 3 LBS OF COLESLAW AT 57F. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE DISCARDED SAID TCS FOODS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

4-302.12 OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE, EMPLOYEE (COOK) STATES "ITS HIS FIRST DAY AND HE DOESNT KNOW WHERE ANYTHING IS". INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER THAT TAKES TEMPERATURES OF COLD AND HOT FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

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

4-502.13 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF AND FLOOR LINER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD.

MINORChemical Safety
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-302.14 OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD GREASE AND DUST DEBRIS INSIDE AND IN BETWEEN ALL FRYERS AND EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE FAN LOCATED IN THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND AROUND THE REFRIGERATOR CONDENSERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SHELVES.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-302.11 OBSERVED NO TOILET PAPER IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS PROVIDE TOILET PAPER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-203.12 OBSERVED REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET NOT PROPERLY FLUSHING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT DEBRIS ON ALL FLOORS IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREAS, UNDER AND AROUND ALL SHELVES AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED COVING DEATTACHED IN MULTIPLE VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAKE COVING TIGHT FITTING.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11 OBSERVED NO LIGHT IN THE REAR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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COMPLIANCE WITH CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE

7-32-015 OBSERVED EMPLOYEE (COOK) SMOKING A CIGARETTE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND DISCARDED CIGARETTE IN THE TRASH CAN IN THE REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER SMOKE INSIDE OF PUBLIC PLACES. CITATION ISSUED 7-32-015.

AUG 12
2021
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS, SHELVES, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND TABLES WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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JUL 29
2021
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HAND WASHING CLEANSER IN THE STAFF AND WOMENS CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED CHICKEN, SHRIMP, BEEF AND COLESLAW AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE(46.2F-57.3F) IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE PREP AREA. TCS FOODS FOR COLD HOLDING SHALL BE AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED 480 LBS VALUED AT $1,OOO.OO. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE (50.0F). COOLING HOLDING EQUIPMENT SHALL BE AT 41F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

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WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

NO SANITIZING SOLUTIONS TESTING DEVICES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A LEAK ON THE HANDLE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS, SHELVES, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND TABLES WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FOR VIOLATION 58 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS MUST MEET REQUIREMENT. CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED BY THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION DATE (8-7-20) ARE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090

AUG 7
2020
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A PINKISH/BROWNISH SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

2-402.11 OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INSPECTION AND THEN IMPROPERLY WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS PROPERLY AND AT ALL TIMES.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATORS, AND THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER RACKS ALL WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. 6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER AND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR THRU OUT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY AND IN THE REAR ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER. 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE WALLS CEILINGS, REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLES, UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN BETWEEN AND UNDER ALL REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS AND ON ALL FLOORS IN BOTH OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AND MAINTAIN. 6-501.13 OBSERVED STANDING WATER INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE ENTIRE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS MUST MEET REQUIREMENT.

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MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED THREE EMPLOYEES NOT PROPERLY WEARING FACE COVERINGS. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR FACE MASK PROPERLY AT ALL TIMES WHILE HANDLING FOODS AND SERVING CUSTOMERS. WARNING ISSUED.

AUG 4
2020
FAILED
10 violations
DETAILS
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FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A PINKISH/BROWNISH SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

2-402.11 OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INSPECTION AND THEN IMPROPERLY WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS PROPERLY AND AT ALL TIMES.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATORS, AND THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER RACKS ALL WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. 6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER AND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR THRU OUT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY AND IN THE REAR ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER. 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE WALLS CEILINGS, REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLES, UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN BETWEEN AND UNDER ALL REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS AND ON ALL FLOORS IN BOTH OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AND MAINTAIN. 6-501.13 OBSERVED STANDING WATER INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE ENTIRE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS MUST MEET REQUIREMENT.

MINORChemical Safety
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2385423 DATED JULY 28, 2020; 37 3-602.11(B:5): **PF** Food Labels (ALLERGEN LABEL MISSING on food packaged in the Retail Food Establishment) 3-602.11(B:5) OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS THAT ARE FOR SALE AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ALLEGEN WARNING LABEL FOR ALL PREPACKAGED DESSERTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005. - Repeat INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS FOR ALL PREPACKAGED DESSERTS THAT CONTAIN ALLERGENS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

8-304.11(A) OBSERVED PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DATED 7/28/20 NOT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B).

JUL 28
2020
FAILED
16 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.12 OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN ALL 3 TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN A HAND DRYING PROVISION INSIDE ALL OF THE TOILET ROOMS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E) OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A PINKISH/BROWNISH SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

3-501.16(A:2,&B) OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (RAW CHICKEN, COOKED CHICKEN) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES LOCATED IN THE REFRIGERATOR AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA; 5 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 53F LOCATED INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATOR AND ABOUT 10 LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 64F-66F LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER DISCARDED SAID TCS FOODS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

4-302.12 OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO PROPERLY TAKE TEMPERATURES OF COLD AND HOT FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-602.11(B:5) OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS THAT ARE FOR SALE AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ALLEGEN WARNING LABEL FOR ALL PREPACKAGED DESSERTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY. OBSERVED ABOUT 5 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE FACILITY AND OBSERVED 1 LARGE LIVE ROACH CRAWLING UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

2-402.11 OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT AT THE BEGINNING OF THE INSPECTION AND THEN IMPROPERLY WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS PROPERLY AND AT ALL TIMES.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATORS, AND THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER RACKS ALL WITH ACCUMULATED DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER AND ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR THRU OUT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY AND IN THE REAR ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE WALLS CEILINGS, REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLES, UNDER AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN BETWEEN AND UNDER ALL REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS AND ON ALL FLOORS IN BOTH OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AND MAINTAIN.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.13 OBSERVED STANDING WATER INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT, FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE ENTIRE FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS MUST MEET REQUIREMENT.

FEB 21
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-602.11(B:5) OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE LOCATED AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE THAT IS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

FEB 11
2020
FAILED
14 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.

CRITICALFood Temperature
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-101.11 OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE NOR CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, FISH, BEEF) ARE BEING HANDLED PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER AND A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE NOR AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTOR'S REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINK AND IN THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED NOR A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BURGERS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-602.11(B:5) OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE LOCATED AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) OBSERVED INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD, GREASE AND DUST DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE

5-103.11(B) OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION, HOT WATER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, HAND WASHING SINK, AND THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS ONLY REACHING 77F. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT ALL TIMES. BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WAS MAINTAINING 110F AND THE HAND WASHING SINKS WERE MAINTAINING 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE THAT IS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING RE-USED AS A FLOOR LINER. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 OBSERVED 2 MALE FOOD HANDLERS UNABLE TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

8-304.11 OBSERVED MOST RECENT INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS POST THE INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).

AUG 21
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
13 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010, 90 DAY GRACE PERIOD. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP KIT AND PROCEDURE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND KIT WITH GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS, AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER RATED AS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED COLD HOLDING CATFISH 52.9F , CAT FILET 53.6F, AND PERCH 52.1F BEING HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 100 POUNDS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT $150. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS FOODS AT 41F OR LOWER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED FISH AND CHICKEN WITH NO DATE MARKS. INSTRUCTED TO MARK ALL REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOOD, PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITH THE DATE OF CREATION AND THE DISCARD DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, 90 DAY GRACE PERIOD NO CITAION ISSUED.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

EMPLOYEE STATES THAT BURGERS ARE COOKED TO CUSTOMER'S PREFERENCE. OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE BY AND ASTERISK AND FOOTNOTE AND THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: CONSUMING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED MEATS, POULTRY, SEASFOOD, SHELLFISH, OR EGGS MAY INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE-ILLNESS, ESPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE CERTAIN MEDICAL CONDITIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, 90 DAY GRACE PERIOD. NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED A PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, MAINTAINING AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 49.6F. COOLER ALSO HAD RUSTY RACKS AND BROKEN, CRACKED GASKETS COVERED IN DIRT AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COOLER SO THAT IT MAINTAINS TEMPERATURES AT 41F OR BELOW AND CONTACT CDPH FOR REINSPECTION BEFORE FURTHER USING THE COOLER.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED LARGE WHITE CONTAINERS WITH FLOUR, CORNMEAL, AND SALT NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND GRIME, AND FOOD DEBRIS BEHIND THE FRYERS AND UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS IN THE REAR OF THE FRONT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A REACH IN FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH A BROKEN LID, RUST AND CRACKS ON OUTSIDE AND INSIDE, AND BROKEN AND DIRTY GASKETS INSIDE THE LID. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR, AND MAINTAIN OR DISCARD AND REPLACE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND GRIME ON BASEBOARDS IN MEN'S BATHROOM AND WALLS BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DUST ON FANS IN ALL 3 BATHROOMS AND GREASE AND GRIME ON THE HOOD ABOVE THE FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED 2 NONFUNCTIONING LIGHTBULBS ABOVE FRYERS AND GRILLED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FUNCTIONING LIGHTS.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

JUL 16
2018
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 15
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

OBSERVED PREP AREA COLD HOLDING STATION(AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 56F DEGREES) WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD(LEAFY GREENS, SLICED TOMATOES, CHICKEN, CHOPPED STEAK,AND CHEESE). INSTRUCTED THAT COOLER MUST MAINTAIN A COLD TEMPERATURE OF 40F DEGREES OR LOWER AT ALL TIMES. COOLER TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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

OBSERVED VARIOUS POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS, (CHOPPED STEAK,LEAFY GREENS,SLICED TOMATOES, CHICKEN AND CHEESE, ETC.) IN PREP AREA COLD STATION AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 47.6F-63.8F DEGREES. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD COLD FOODS AT 40F DEGREES OR LOWER. APPROX. WT. 25LBS AND VALUE $75.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7- 38-005(A).

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

CLEAN EXTERIOR DOORS OF DEEP FRYERS.

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

CLEAN FLOOR AT FRONT COOK LINE.

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

REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET OF FRONT HAND WASH SINK AND 3-COMP SINK AT REAR.

MAR 21
2017
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CLEAN THE DUST FROM THE TOP OF THE STAINLESS STEEL ORDER RACK.

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

CLEAN THE DUST FROM THE CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS.

JAN 22
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE FRYERS AND THE BOTTOM OF BOTH GRILLS ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 14
2016
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE ICE MAKER AND ON THE ICE MACHINE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1561733 #45 PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

OBSERVED A PLASTIC CUP BEING STORED DIRECTLY IN THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO NOT STORE PLASTIC CUP IN ICE AND PROVIDE A PROPER ICE SCOOP FOR DISPENSING OF ICE. OBSERVED A UTENSIL BEING STORED IN THE BIN OF FLOUR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPER STORE ALL UTENSILS.

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

OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE FRYERS AND THE BOTTOM OF BOTH GRILLS ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

JUL 30
2015
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.

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

REPAIR DAMAGED DOOR AND GASKETS ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SLICER, PREP TABLES, FRYER CABINETS.

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

REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN OFFICE AND PREP AREAS.

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

REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN VENTILATION HOOD.

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

ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER.

MINORSanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING ICE, RICE, CONDIMENTS, ETC.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

JUL 28
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FRONT DISPLAY COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 57.1F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

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

OBSERVED PREPACKAGED CHEESECAKE 57.8F, SPAGHETTI 61.4F, AND COLESLAW 49.8F DISPLAYED FOR SALE AND STORED IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 15LBS, $120 OF FOOD. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, DISPLAY, AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

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

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.

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

REPAIR DAMAGED DOOR AND GASKETS ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SLICER, PREP TABLES, FRYER CABINETS.

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

REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN OFFICE AND PREP AREAS.

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

REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN VENTILATION HOOD.

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

ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER.

MINORSanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING ICE, RICE, CONDIMENTS, ETC.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

JUL 21
2015
FAILED
12 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FRONT DISPLAY COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 52.3F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

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

OBSERVED PREPACKAGED CHEESECAKE 51.2F, SPAGHETTI 50.6F, AND COLESLAW 50.0F STORED IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 15LBS, $120 OF FOOD. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, DISPLAY, AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED PINK/BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A

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

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.

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

REPAIR DAMAGED DOOR AND GASKETS ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SLICER, PREP TABLES, FRYER CABINETS.

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

REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN OFFICE AND PREP AREAS.

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

REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN VENTILATION HOOD.

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

ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER.

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FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING ICE, RICE, CONDIMENTS, ETC.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

MINOROther
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS

OBSERVED DIRTY ASHTRAY FILLED WITH ASHES AND 6 CIGARETTE BUTTS ON DESK IN OFFICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. ALL ASHTRAYS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM ALL AREAS SMOKING IS PROHIBITED BY OWNER, MANAGER, OR PERSON IN CONTROL.. SMOKING IS PROHIBITED ALL PUBLIC PLACES AND PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT. SMOKING VIOLATION 7-32-020C (1ST OFFENSE)

MAR 19
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 47.9F-49.9F IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER: PRE-PACKAGED CONTAINERS OF SPAGHETTI, COLESLAW, AND BANANA PUDDING. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL. APPROX 50LBS $200 VALUE.

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ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

EXPOSED HANDSINK NOT MAINTAINED OR ACCESSIBLE, UNCLEAN TRAYS AND WIPING CLOTHS IN BASIN OF SINK AND PREP TABLE LOCATED IN FRONT OF HANDSINK. INSTD TO KEEP BASIN CLEAR AND HAVE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

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

LEAK AT FRYER, CAUSING EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION IN CONTAINER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. RUBBER GASKET OF REACH-IN COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, NOT TIGHT-FITTING. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.

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

LEGS AND WHEELS OF FRYERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION. INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.

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

NO STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

THERMOMETERS MISSING FOR PREP AND DISPLAY COOLERS. PROVIDE SAME.

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

EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.

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FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.

FEB 6
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

CLEAN PREP TABLES AND CONTAINERS THAT HOLD SEASONINGS AND MAINTAIN.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF FRYERS. CLEAN EXTERIOR OF FRYERS.

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

CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

CLEAN WALLS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER. WIPE DOWN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS AND VENTILATION FANS IN WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST.

SEP 5
2012
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 13
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

THE TWO EAST SINGLE DOOR FRONT LINE COOLERS HAVE A 53 f AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE. BOTH COOLERS ARE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY THE DEPT OF HEALTH BY FAX AT (312) 746-4240 OR E-MAIL CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG

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

5 POUNDS OF STRONG SMELLING,DISCOLORED GROUND BEEF PATTIES, CHICKEN, SOUR CREAM TOPPING, SLICED ROAST BEEF AND CHEESE WERE FOUND AT 49 f TO 52.3 f. $40.00 WORTH OF PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED AT THIS TIME.

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

THE REFRIGERATOR INTERIORS ARE DIRTY, CLEAN THE EQUIPMENT IN DETAIL.

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

THE KITCHEN WALLS ARE GREASY, CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DETAIL.

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

THE EXHAUST HOOD IS VERY GREASY AND DRIPPING. THE BATHROOMS HAVE NO WORKING VENTILATION. CLEAN AND REPAIR THE VENTILATION.

DEC 12
2011
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
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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. CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT HAS SOME GREASE BUILDUP. .

JUL 27
2011
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

THE LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED FLOUR,SALT ECT. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SAME.

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. THE VENTILATION IN THE MENS TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING PROPERLY. MOTOR IS RUNNING VERY SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SAME.

JUN 23
2011
PASSED
3 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. THE LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED FLOUR, SALT ECT. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SAME.

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN THE CABINETS UNDER THE FRYERS HAS GREASE BUILDUP.

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. THE VENTILATION IN THE MENS TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING PROPERLY. MOTOR IS RUNNING VERY SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SAME.

AUG 16
2010
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINOROther
32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
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33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
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35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
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36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MINOROther
41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MAY 6
2010
PASSED
6 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. LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AT REAR PREP AREA.

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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 REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD AND ALUMINUM LINING ON FRONT SHELVES, PREP TABLE BOTTOM, CHEST FREEZER, AND WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND REMOVE DARK STAINS FROM CUTTING BOARDS AT FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST ICE CREAM CHEST FREEZER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: VENTILATION HOOD/FILTERS, INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS, DIPPER WELL, FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER, VENT COVERS/CEILING/WALL SECTIONS WITH DUST BUILDUP/STAINS, AND UNDER, AROUND TOILETS.

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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 SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING/CONDUITS/ATTACHMENTS AT CEILING AND WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANEL IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT WORN WALL SECTIONS IN STRORAGE ROOMS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT BULBS AT VENTILATION HOODS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SODA CRATES AND PROVIDE SHELVING UNITS/RACKS TO ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL TO MAKE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND ORGANIZE UTILITY ROOM/PROVIDE HOOKS TO INVERT CLEANING EQUIPMENT.

APR 21
2010
PASSED
0 violations

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