Chicago
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BEAT

Cocula Restaurant

2801 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60623 · North Lawndale · Restaurant · High risk
BEAT
18/100

Failed most recent inspection — sanitation found

Inspections
31
14 passed
Last Inspected
2026-03-24
Pass Rate
45%
9 failures
Score
18/100
BEAT
Failed 9 inspections (2026, 2025, 2023...)
Most recent inspection (2026-03-24) was a failure
Sanitation issues found across 82 inspections
Pest Activity issues found across 13 inspections
Issues were corrected on re-inspection
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Sanitation critical 82×
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Other serious 14×
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Pest Activity critical 13×
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Food Storage & Handling serious 12×
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Plumbing & Waste minor 12×
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Employee Hygiene critical
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Facility Condition minor
Chemical Safety critical
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Food Temperature critical
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Documentation & Training critical
2026-03-24 Fail Complaint
CRITICAL 12
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGN AT HANDWASHING SINK IN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 80 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT IN BAR AREA, ON FLOOR BETWEEN EQUIPMENT, JUICER, AND BOTTOM OF HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN TAQUERIA AND PREP AREA, ON BOTTOM OF SHELVES AND FRYER CABINETS IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED OVE...

minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

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

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT INVERTED IN TAQUERIA AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON COOLER DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.

minor Food Storage & Handling

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 2-COMPARTMENT AND UTILITY SINKS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL SINKS.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT STORED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

serious Employee Hygiene

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES NEAR HANDWASHING SINK IN TAQUERIA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES AND MAINTAIN.

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED INOPERABLE VENTILATION FAN IN STAFF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN STAFF WASHROOM.

2025-10-06 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
1
minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 FLOORS AND WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THROGHT OUT PREP AREAS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS, AND/OR GREASE.

2025-09-26 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 5
critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 25 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE A UNUSED STORAGE CADINET IN THE FRONT PREP STATION, ALSO NOTED 15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTTED ON THE FLOOR IN THE CORNER SAME AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION #7-3...

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN PREP COOLER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA, SHELVING UNDERNEATH THE GRILLS.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDER THE HAND SINK IN THE BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS AND WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THROGHT OUT PREP AREAS NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

FLITERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING.

2024-11-14 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 4
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLERS OBTAINED HAND SOAP FOR THE HAND SINK DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY...

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGN AT BAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.

2023-11-15 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection

No violations found.

2023-11-08 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 6
critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT HANDWASH SINK IN REAR PREP AREA, CURRENTLY 70F. INSTD TO PROVIDE 100F MINIMUM AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY. INSTD TO UTILIZE HANDWASH SINK IN OTHER PREP AREA UNTIL REPAIRED.

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HANDWASH CLEANSER AT HANDWASH SINK IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM AND AT BAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT BAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED AT SINK DURING INSPECTION. 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION. SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED

critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT HANDWASH SINKS IN ALL TOILET ROOMS. INST TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN

serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE ON THE MENU WHICH FOODS (EGGS, STEAK, OYSTERS, CEVICHE) ARE RAW AND/OR CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED/COOKED TO ORDER WITH AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THOSE SPECIFIC ITEMS; AND THEN BY...

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MISSING COVER ON TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS AND EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

2022-11-16 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 4
critical Documentation & Training

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO VALID FOODSERVICE TRAINING.

critical Documentation & Training

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO VALID FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. (CERTIFICATIONS FOR PIC ON SITE EXPIRED). INSTRUCTED PIC TO OBTAIN AND RETAIN VALID FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-3...

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED SHELVING IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR REAR EXTERIOR DOOR TO BE RUSTY AND PEELING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN FRONT BAR AREA IN CORNERS AND AROUND PERIMETER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2021-08-27 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection
4
minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL AND DATE PRECOOKED AND PREPARED ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.

minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER, NOT GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE. WHICH WAS OBSERVED IN THE WALK IN FREEZER.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVER GARBAGE CANS IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM.

2021-08-19 Fail Complaint
CRITICAL 9
serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES IN THE LOW TEMP DISH WASHING MACHINE WITHOUT THE USE OF ANY CHEMICAL SANITIZER. A READING WAS TAKEN WITH CHLORINE TEST STRIPS, WHICH WAS 0 PPM. OBSERVED THE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN POOR REPAIR (NOT DISPENSING SANITIZE...

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL AND DATE PRECOOKED AND PREPARED ITEMS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 40 SMALL LIVE FLIES SCATTERED IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA ON THE WALLS,SHELVING, BOXES AND ONIONS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE FLIES, DETAIL CLEAN AND CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).

minor Sanitation

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT CLEAN STORED DISH ON THE COUNTER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER, NOT GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE. WHICH WAS OBSERVED IN THE WALK IN FREEZER.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVER GARBAGE CANS IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS NEED CLEANING BEHIND AND AROUND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED VENT COVERS IN THE DINING AREA VERY DUSTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2020-09-30 Pass Complaint

No violations found.

2019-07-17 Pass w/ Conditions Recent Inspection
CRITICAL 8
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED,

serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED MECHANICAL WAREWASHING MACHINE NO SANITIZING PROPERLY. FACILITY USES CHLORINE AS THERE SANITIZING AGENT AT THE WAREWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION RANGE SHOULD BE BETWEEN 25-100. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 ...

serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED THE OUTSIDES OF THE NOZZLES OF THE PEPSI MACHINE WITH A STICKY SUBSTANCE AND THE INSIDES OF THE NOZZLES WITH A BROWNISH, THICK SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEES DISM...

serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS (COOKED BEEF, SALSA, RICE, ETC) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO...

serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ANIMAL BASED RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOODS THAT ARE RAW/UNDERCOOKED MUST HAVE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED CAKES AND PIES IN THE COOLER IN THE FRONT DINNING AREA NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE NAME AND INGREDIENTS.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED BLACK CRATES USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR INSTALL AND SERVICING.

2019-05-07 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 8
critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED,

serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED MECHANICAL WAREWASHING MACHINE NO SANITIZING PROPERLY. FACILITY USES CHLORINE AS THERE SANITIZING AGENT AT THE WAREWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT CHLORINE SANITIZER CONCENTRATION RANGE SHOULD BE BETWEEN 25-100. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 ...

serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED THE OUTSIDES OF THE NOZZLES OF THE PEPSI MACHINE WITH A STICKY SUBSTANCE AND THE INSIDES OF THE NOZZLES WITH A BROWNISH, THICK SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEES DISM...

serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS (COOKED BEEF, SALSA, RICE, ETC) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO...

serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ANIMAL BASED RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOODS THAT ARE RAW/UNDERCOOKED MUST HAVE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.

minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED CAKES AND PIES IN THE COOLER IN THE FRONT DINNING AREA NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH THE NAME AND INGREDIENTS.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED BLACK CRATES USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR INSTALL AND SERVICING.

2018-03-20 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
8
minor Food Storage & Handling

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT PLASTIC UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELF OF MICROWAVE TABLE.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & 3- COMP SINK AND SODA COLD PACK IN BAR AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVES OUTSIDE O...

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM PREP COOLERS AND CUTTING BOARDS.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DERIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND DISH MACHINE.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING TOP ON BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOPSINK.MUST PLACE 1- EYE STOVE UNDER VENTILATION HOOD IN REAR PREP AREA.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR REAR PREP COOLER.

2018-03-14 Fail Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 10
critical Pest Activity

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

Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON BOXES AND CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.ALSO.1- LIVE ROACH IN CREVICE IN BASEMENT CEILING JOIST.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR...

minor Food Storage & Handling

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

Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT PLASTIC UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELF OF MICROWAVE TABLE.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & 3- COMP SINK AND SODA COLD PACK IN BAR AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVES OUTSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM PREP COOLERS AND CUTTING BOARDS.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DERIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND DISH MACHINE.

minor Food Storage & Handling

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

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE END CAPS AND ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA,SHATTER PROOF BULB ABOVE DRINK STATION IN DINING AREA.MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING TOP ON BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOPSINK.MUST PLACE 1- EYE STOVE UNDER VENTILATION HOOD IN REAR PREP AREA.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR REAR PREP COOLER.

2018-03-13 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 14
critical Chemical Safety

SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE

OBSERVED NO 90 DAY SHELLFISH TAG WITH AN APPX.13LBS. RAW SHELLED OYSTER IN A PAN WITH ICE INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER.MUST KEEP 90 DAY SHELLFISH TAG WITH PRODUCT UNTIL FININSHED.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX.13LBS.$30.(7-38-005B)

critical Food Temperature

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

OBSERVED 2- DOOR PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 48.6F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE .A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNI...

critical Food Temperature

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

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE ABOVE MENTIONED PREP COOLER SUCH AS 5LBS. COOKED CHICKEN 46.9F,12LBS. BREADED CHICKEN 47.4F-48.5F,1LB.COOKED PORK 48.9F,3LBS. COOKED STOMACH 47.6F,25LBS. RAW STEAK 48.3F,.5LB...

critical Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON BOXES AND CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.ALSO.1- LIVE ROACH IN CREVICE IN BASEMENT CEILING JOIST.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES...

serious Other

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW AT THIS TIME.A NEW SUMMARY WILL BE POSTED AT THIS TIME.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)

minor Food Storage & Handling

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

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST INVERT PLASTIC UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELF OF MICROWAVE TABLE.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK & 3- COMP SINK AND SODA COLD PACK IN BAR AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVES OUTSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM PREP COOLERS AND CUTTING BOARDS.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST CLEAN DERIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL TILES BEHIND DISH MACHINE.

minor Food Storage & Handling

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

MUST PROVIDE END CAPS AND ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA,SHATTER PROOF BULB ABOVE DRINK STATION IN DINING AREA.MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

MUST REPLACE MISSING TOP ON BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOPSINK.MUST PLACE 1- EYE STOVE UNDER VENTILATION HOOD IN REAR PREP AREA.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR REAR PREP COOLER.

2017-07-17 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 6
critical Sanitation

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLERS TOUCHING READY TO EAT ITEMS (LETTUCE, TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS, CILANTRO ETC...) WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE SERVING UTENSIL OR A GLOVED HAND TO HANDE ALL READY TO EAT ITEMS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010 (A)

serious Food Storage & Handling

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

FOUND 3 REACH IN COOLERS WITH RAW FOOD ITEMS BEING STORED ABOVE READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS. RAW CHICKEN ABOVE CUT VEGATABLES, RAW MEAT ABOVE CUT LIMES, ETC..ALL RAW ITEMS MUST BE STORED AT THE BOTTOM WITH READY TO EAT ITEMS ABOVE TO AVOID CROSS CONTAMIN...

minor Sanitation

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

NEW RUBBER GASKETS NEEDED AT FRONT PREP AREA REACH IN COOLER. NEW CUTTING BOARD NEEDED AT FRONT PREP AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

LEAKS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET AND 2 COMARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN NEED OF REPAIRING. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

2016-06-30 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 5
critical Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER, TO HAVE GREASE ENCRUSTED ON THE LIP,LID AND ON TOP OF CONTAINER,ALSO HAS GREASE ON THE GROUND SURROUNDING CONTAINER THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST,SERIOUS VIOLTION 7-38-020

serious Other

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

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITYE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS RICE,BEANS,STEAK AND SOUP,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012

minor Sanitation

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

REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKET ON THE 3 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN PREP AREA

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REMOVE STAINED CARDBOARD ON FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA NEAR STOVE OF GREAEVAND FOOD DEBRIS

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND INSIDE ALL PREP COOLERS AND REACH-IN COOLERS

2015-06-10 Pass Complaint
6
minor Chemical Safety

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

MUST LABEL COOKED FOOD ITEMS INCLUDING SAUCES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.

minor Sanitation

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

ONE DOOR OF THE TALL THREE DOOR COOLER HAS A LOOSE RUBBER GASKET; REPAIR/REPLACE GASKET. THE SMALL TWO DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN HAS ONE DOOR WITH THE TOP OF THE RUBBER GASKET IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.

minor Sanitation

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

CLEAN EXTERIOR SIDE BETWEEN GRILL AND THREE DOOR PREP COOLER IN GRILL AREA TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES AND LIGHT GREASE.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST CLEAN FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS IN THE KITCHEN AND THE DRY GOODS STORAGE SHELVES IN THE REAR OF THE KITCHEN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED SOME AREAS OF THE WALLS BEHIND THE BAR WERE UNFINISHED; WORK BEING DONE TO REMODEL BAR; FINISH WALLS TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

minor Facility Condition

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

LIGHTS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER HAVE SHIELDS BUT NO END CAPS; PROVIDE END CAPS FOR LIGHT SHIELDS.

2015-03-03 Pass Complaint
6
minor Sanitation

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

RUBBER GASKETS NEEDED AT REAR PREP COOLERS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

minor Sanitation

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

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

minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS IN REAR PREP AREA UNDER EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

minor Facility Condition

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

LIGHTS IN REAR WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF PROPER SHEILDING WITH TUBES AND END CAPS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

minor Sanitation

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

HOOD VENTILATION UNIT ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL STATIONS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

2014-10-29 Pass Canvass
4
minor Chemical Safety

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

MISSING PROPER LABELS FOR COOKED FOODS. INSDT TO PROVIDE SAME.

minor Sanitation

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

CUTTING BOARDS AT FRONT PREP AREA STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SAME. LEAK UNDERNEATH STEAM TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA. REPAIR SAME. MISSING CONDIMENT COVER AT FRONT PREP COOLER. PROVIDE SAME.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT BAR AREA. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME. LOOSE FAUCET HANDLE AT REAR PREP AREA EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

METAL STEM THERMOMETERS MISSING FOR FOOD HANDLERS. PROVIDE SAME.

2014-02-11 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 4
critical Food Temperature

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

LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN USE IN POOR REPAIR, UNABLE TO SANITIZE. 0 PPM OF CHLORINE WHEN TESTED. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTD NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY DEPT OF HEALTH. INSTD TO USE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK...

serious Other

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

NO CURRENT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, BEANS, ETC). INSTD TO HAVE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

3-COMPARTMENT FAUCET AT FRONT BAR AREA LEAKING. REPAIR SAME.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INTERNAL THERMOMETERS MISSING FOR ALL PREP COOLERS AND UPRIGHT COOLERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME.

2013-09-04 Pass Complaint
4
minor Food Temperature

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

THE CLEAN SINGLE SERVICE CUPS OF GREEN SAUCE IN THE FRONT KITCHEN ARE LEFT IN THE COOLER WELL NEAR THE DIRTY VENTILATION OPENINGS, STORED THE CUPS IN A CLEAN INSERT INSIDE THE WELL AND COVER THEM TO KEEP ADEQUATE TEMPERATURES.

minor Sanitation

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

THERE IS SOME MOLDY/MILDEWED WOOD IN THE BAR AREA, REPAIR OR REPLACE UNSANITARY SURFACES IN THE BAR.

minor Sanitation

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

THE BAR SODA DISPENSER HOLSTER, DISH WASHING MACHINE AND MICROWAVE OVEN ARE DIRTY AND HAS DIRTY CARDBOARD BELOW. THE DIRTY CARDBOARD WAS REMOVED, WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT IN A SANITARY MANNER.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

STORE THE WIPING CLOTHS FOR THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS IN SANITIZER IN BETWEEN USE TO EASILY SANITIZE SURFACES.

2013-01-28 Pass Canvass
3
minor Sanitation

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

THE KNIVES WERE FOUND STORED IN THE DIRTY HOLDER; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE KNIVES AND HOLDER AND ONLY STORE CLEAN KNIVES IN THE HOLDER.

minor Sanitation

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

THE SIDES OF THE FRONT GRILL ARE ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD BUILDUP, MOVE THE GRILL AND CLEAN THE AREA IN DETAIL. THE JUICING AREA BEHIND THE BAR IS DIRTY AND IN POOR REPAIR, MAKE THIS AREA SMOOTH, SANITARY AND EASY TO CLEAN. THE SODA GUN HOLDER IS DIRT...

minor Sanitation

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

THE FLOORS ARE DIRTY UNDER THE BAR AND GRILL AREAS, CLEAN THE FLOORS AND MAINTAIN THEM FROM CORNER TO CORNER.

2012-06-25 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection

No violations found.

2012-06-12 Fail Short Form Complaint
CRITICAL 1
critical Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 20 LIVE DRAIN FLIES ON WALLS & CEILINGS IN BAR AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/12/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

2012-05-08 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection
4
minor Sanitation

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

The rear kitchen knife holder is dirty;wash,rinse,sanitize.

minor Sanitation

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

The bar floors are rough and dirty;clean the floors and dry them daily,smooth out unsanitary areas.

minor Pest Activity

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

The bar ceilings are full of small fly feces,sanitize the bar ceilings.Repair the hole in the corner behind the dishmachine.

minor Facility Condition

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

Install shields above the rear 3 comp sink and repair burnt out bulbs.

2012-03-09 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection
1
minor Facility Condition

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

Install shields above the rear 3 comp sink and repair burnt out bulbs.

2012-03-02 Fail Complaint
CRITICAL 5
critical Pest Activity

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

Over 25 live small flies were found in the bar and in the basement grease trap.Remove all evidence of flies.

minor Sanitation

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

The rear kitchen knife holder is dirty;wash,rinse,sanitize.

minor Sanitation

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

The bar floors are rough and dirty;clean the floors and dry them daily,smooth out unsanitary areas.

minor Pest Activity

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

The bar ceilings are full of small fly feces,sanitize the bar ceilings.Repair the hole in the corner behind the dishmachine.

minor Facility Condition

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

Install shields above the rear 3 comp sink and repair burnt out bulbs.

2011-01-13 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
8
minor Food Storage & Handling

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

Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABLE & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS.MUST LABLE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: 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.MUST STORE UTENSILS PROPERLY.

minor Food Temperature

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

Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PREP TABLES,FOIL FROM PREP TABLES & IN REACH IN COOLERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ...

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN DUST FROM VENTS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI & GREASE FROM FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES IN ALL AREAS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA.

minor Sanitation

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

Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASE UNDER GRILL IN FRONT PREP AREA.

minor Facility Condition

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

Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OVER 2- COMPARTMENT SINK.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Inspector Comments: 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 C...

2011-01-06 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 10
critical Pest Activity

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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERV...

critical Pest Activity

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

The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LIDS WIDE OPEN NOT ABLE TO CLOSE TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY DUE TO LIDS & FRAME OF D...

minor Food Storage & Handling

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

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABLE & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS.MUST LABLE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

minor Sanitation

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

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.MUST STORE UTENSILS PROPERLY.

minor Food Temperature

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 REMOVE RUST FROM PREP TABLES,FOIL FROM PREP TABLES & IN REACH IN COOLERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LOCK ON STAL...

minor Sanitation

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 CLEAN DUST FROM VENTS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

minor Sanitation

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 CLEAN FOOD DEBRI & GREASE FROM FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES IN ALL AREAS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA.

minor Sanitation

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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASE UNDER GRILL IN FRONT PREP AREA.

minor Facility 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.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OVER 2- COMPARTMENT SINK.

minor Plumbing & 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...

2010-05-14 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
CRITICAL 10
critical Food Temperature

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FACILITY NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE, FRONT COOKING AREA PREP REACH IN COOLER FOUND AT 50.7F. INAD...

critical Food 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. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN ABOVE COOLER, 20LBS. CKD. BEANS RANGING FROM 63.7-70.5F, 5LBS. CUT TOMATOES 62.2F, 4LBS. CKD. BEEF 49.01F, AND 2LBS. CKD PORK 4...

critical Employee Hygiene

HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health. POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES; OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER...

minor Chemical 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 LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.

minor Sanitation

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

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. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED...

minor Sanitation

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 REPLACE ONE LARGE CUTTING BOARD.

minor Sanitation

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; GRILLS, FRYERS, COOLERS, CAN OPENER AND FREEZERS IN KITCHEN, AND CABINETS, COUNTERS, 3PART SINK AT BAR AREA.

minor Sanitation

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 CLEAN FLOORS; THRU-OUT KITCHEN, BAR AREA, AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT, AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.

minor Plumbing & 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...

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.

100
Mariscos Luis
100
Natys Pizza 26
59
Los Mangos #9 Inc.
63
LA Patrona
42
Subway

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