SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

CHICKEN' RIB FACTORY.

BEAT. 39/100

5215 W NORTH AVE · BELMONT CRAGIN, CHICAGO

Last inspected January 24, 2013 · passed

Failed 3 of 6 inspections. 7 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
6
3 passed · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
37
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
1 YEAR
since Jan 2012

INSPECTION HISTORY

JAN 24
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

VIOLATION STILL PENDING

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING

JAN 9
2013
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 APPROX. 30 MICE DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA AND CLOSE ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020

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

NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, INSTRUCTED THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERT. MUST BE POSTED AND AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012

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

MUST REPAIR GASKET TO SLIDING DOOR COOLER REAR KITCHEN AREA

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

MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA, REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FLOUR BUILT-UP,

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

MUST CLEAN BASEMENT AREA FLOOR SURFACES ALONG WALL AREA

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

MUST CLEAN EXHAUST FAN ATTACHED TO WALL AREA BY REAR DOOR

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT, AND REMOVE TAPE AT LEAKING PIPES UNDER THE SAME SINK, MUST PROPERLY REPAIR

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

MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN, AND REMOVE SMELLY ODORS BY MOP SINK AREA

MAR 22
2012
PASSED
0 violations
FEB 24
2012
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALSanitation
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW

In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago.CONTINUED EVIDENCE OF INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL MUST CONSULT WITH LICENSED PLUMBER PER CITY CODE TO MAKE NECESSARY REPAIRS AS REQUIRED.. Inadequate sewage and waste water disposal at three compartment sink. While running and draining water in three compartment, water coming back-up air gap floor drain that's under utility sink and draining on basement floor. Water draining all over food preparation area floor. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline and repair plumbing connection to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water.

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations. CONTINUED TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF MICE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS OF KITCHEN BENEATH THE CHEST FREEZER,SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING FIXTURES BENEATH THE 3 COMP SINK.Instructed to remove all activity, detail clean and sanitize areas and have licensed pest control service premises.ALSO FRONT DOOR BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER MUST BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, AND FREEZER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE 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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREA, ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INCLUDING FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT.NOTE:REMOVE STANDING WATER ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.

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. WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, WASHROOM AND HALLWAY IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND/OR REPAINTING.MUST REPAIR WATER SEAPAGE IN (BASEMENT) ON EAST WALL ALONG STAIRCASE,SOUTH WALL SAME AREA.

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. NOTED UNVENTED STOVE AT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION (UNDER HOOD) OR REMOVE THE SAID STOVE.-----------MUST REPAIR HEAVY LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 1ST COMPARTMENT OF THE 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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE AREA INCLUDING BEHIND GREASE DUMPSTER AND OUTSIDE LANDING LEADING TO BASEMENT MAINTAIN GROUND DRAIN VISIBLE,FREE OF DEBRIS TO ELIMINATE POOLS OF STANDINNG WATER.

JAN 31
2012
FAILED
11 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Found rear 2 door cooler at improper temperature. Found internal temperature at 46.2 F while storing potentially hazardous foods. Instructed that coolers must maintain 40 F or below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A)

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

Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found cooked chicken 15 lbs at 77.6 F-89.1 F, Ribs 5lbs at 48.7 F and Chicken 20 lbs at 47.6 F. Instructed that potentailly hazardous foods must maintain 40F or below cold and hot at 140 F or higher. Critical citation issued 7-38-020. Value 80.00 Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded.

CRITICALSanitation
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW

Inadequate sewage and waste water disposal at three compartment sink. While running and draining water in three compartment, water coming back-up air gap floor drain that's under utility sink and draining on basement floor. Water draining all over food preparation area floor. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline and repair plumbing connection to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Critical citation issued 7-38-030.

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS

Evidence of rodent infestation found on premises. Found mice droppings in front prep area-approximately 20, in same area north east corner- approximately 10, in rear preparation area behind cooking equipment under exhaust hood-approximately 40-50, on top landing of basement stairs-approximately 30 and on shelf of bottom prep table-approximately 20 plus. Instructed to remove all activity, detail clean and sanitize areas and have licensed pest control service premises. Critical citation issued 7-38-020.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, AND FREEZER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREA, ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INCLUDING FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT.----------MUST REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT (CASHIER AREA) AND AT REAR AREA (BY EXIT DOOR).

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

WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, WASHROOM AND HALLWAY IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND/OR REPAINTING.----------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE KITCHEN WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP.---------MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE FRONT CASHIER AREA. SEVERAL OPENINGS AND HOLES IN WALLS AT BASEBOARD. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.

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

NOTED UNVENTED STOVE AT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION (UNDER HOOD) OR REMOVE THE SAID STOVE.-----------MUST REPAIR HEAVY LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 1ST COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.--------MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED AT KITCHEN AREA. MUST REORGANIZE.-----------MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF COOLERS.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE AREA INCLUDING BEHIND GREASE DUMPSTER.

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JAN 5
2012
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, AND FREEZER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREA, ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS INCLUDING FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT.----------MUST REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT (CASHIER AREA) AND AT REAR AREA (BY EXIT DOOR).

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

WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, WASHROOM AND HALLWAY IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND/OR REPAINTING.----------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE KITCHEN WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP.---------MUST REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE FRONT CASHIER AREA.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.

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

NOTED UNVENTED STOVE AT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION (UNDER HOOD) OR REMOVE THE SAID STOVE.-----------MUST REPAIR HEAVY LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 1ST COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.--------MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED AT KITCHEN AREA. MUST REORGANIZE.-----------MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON TOP OF COOLERS.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN REAR OUTSIDE AREA INCLUDING BEHIND GREASE DUMPSTER.

Data sourced from Chicago Dept. of Public Health. We'd love to link you straight to this restaurant's record — turns out Chicago considers that a luxury. The full dataset is what's on offer →

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