Chicago
18
BEAT

Cornerstone Cafe

2753 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 · Logan Square · Restaurant · High risk
BEAT
18/100

Passed most recently but 6 prior failures on record

Inspections
18
9 passed
Last Inspected
2021-08-10
Pass Rate
50%
6 failures
Score
18/100
BEAT
Passed most recent inspection (2021-08-10)
Failed 6 inspections (2021, 2019, 2016...)
Sanitation issues found across 66 inspections
Chemical Safety issues found across 10 inspections
Issues were corrected on re-inspection
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Sanitation critical 66×
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Other serious 11×
Chemical Safety critical 10×
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Pest Activity critical
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Documentation & Training critical
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Employee Hygiene critical
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Plumbing & Waste minor
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Food Storage & Handling serious
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Food Temperature critical
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Facility Condition minor
2021-08-10 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection

No violations found.

2021-08-03 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 5
critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES AT BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN MENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ALL INSECT ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

minor Sanitation

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

4-DOOR PREP REACH IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON ICE MACHINE WATER LINE. MUST PROVIDE/MAKE VISIBLE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR ICE MACHINE.

minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

3-COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING STOPPERS (X2). INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

2019-04-08 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection
CRITICAL 20
critical Documentation & Training

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

Violation Codes: 2-102.14(N) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

serious Food Storage & Handling

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

Violation Codes: 3-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Violation Codes: 3-603.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH THE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENUS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Violation Codes: 3-305.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED OPEN CEILING IN BASEMENT PREP AREA OVER PREP TABLE.MUST ENCLOSE AND MAINTAIN

minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Violation Codes: 3-304.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM,MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.

minor Sanitation

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

Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM TABLE IN FRONT PREP/BEVERAGE AREA.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,OVEN IN BASEMENT,DISH RACKS,COOLERS AND FREEZERS,HAND SINK BASIN.

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM UNDER RUNNER,MISSING WALL BASES UNDER 3- COMP SINK,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED WALL IN WALK IN FREEZER

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.15 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR MATS

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT AND REAR PREP AREA.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN BUILD UP AT HOOD AND FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Violation Codes: 6-304.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION HOOD OVER CONNECTED GAS STOVE IN BASEMENT OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.

minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

2019-04-04 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 27
critical Documentation & Training

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

PIC NOT ON SITE DURING INSPECTION.MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH CERTIFICATE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Documentation & Training

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (HAM,EGGS,SOUP,ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PAUL BOIDY ARRIVED ON SITE AT 9:30 A.M.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

critical Documentation & Training

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

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

critical Sanitation

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED

OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WASH HIS GLOVED HANDS AT HAND SINK THEN TOOK THEM OFF AND PUT ON ANOTHER PAIR.THEN GRABBED TISSUED PAPERS AND PLACED INSIDE OF FOAM BOXES FOR FOOD TO GO IN WITHOUT WASHING HANDS PROPERLY.ALSO OBSERVED MALE DISH WASHER HANDLING ...

serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS COLD HOLDING FOODS INSIDE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER SUCH AS .5LB. CANADIAN BACON 49.3F,.5LBS.SLICED HAM 48.9F,6.25LBS. DICED HAM 45.6F-47.7F,1LB. SPINACH 45.3F,1LB. CUT LETTUCE 47.5F-50.1F,.5LBS.MIXED GREENS 49.3F,1L...

serious Food Storage & Handling

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS BEING HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH THE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF THE RISK OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON MENUS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

minor Food Temperature

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 50.3F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRD FAX OR EMAIL LETTER TO CDPH.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)

minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

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

minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED OPEN CEILING IN BASEMENT PREP AREA OVER PREP TABLE.MUST ENCLOSE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM,MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

minor Employee Hygiene

GLOVES USED PROPERLY

OBSERVED PLASTIC DISPOSABLE GLOVES BEING WASHED.MUST USE PROPERLY TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM TABLE IN FRONT PREP/BEVERAGE AREA.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.

minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYERS,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,OVEN IN BASEMENT,DISH RACKS,COOLERS AND FREEZERS,HAND SINK BASIN.

serious Employee Hygiene

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED FRONT PREP/SERVING LINE HAND SINK NOT IN GOOD REPAIR.OBSERVED HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE STRIPPED/SPINNING AROUND NOT ABLE TO GET HOT RUNNING WATER.THEY ARE TURNING THE HOT WATER ON BY THE SHUT OFF VALVE UNDER THE SINK.INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIO...

minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE A LID FOR GARBAGE CAN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN HALLWAY OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM UNDER RUNNER,MISSING WALL BASES UNDER 3- COMP SINK,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND DAMAGED WALL IN WALK IN FREEZER.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR MATS.

minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BASEMENT AND REAR PREP AREA.

minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST CLEAN BUILD UP AT HOOD AND FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION HOOD OVER CONNECTED GAS STOVE IN BASEMENT OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.

minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

2017-12-19 Pass Canvass
CRITICAL 4
minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED BROKEN HANDLE DOOR AT THE FRONT 3-DOOR COOLER AND REAR 2-DOOR PREP COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REGROUT AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

critical Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES ON BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6INCHES OFF FLOOR/WALL. OBSERVED ITEMS NOT ELEVATED 6INCHES OFF FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREE...

2017-05-19 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
6
serious Other

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT POSTED IN PLAIN VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT CUSTOMERS. GIVEN TODAYS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY INSTRUCTED TO POSTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-42-010(B)

minor Chemical Safety

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

OBSERVED ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND USED BY DATE.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED DIRT ON THE INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

2016-06-17 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection

No violations found.

2016-06-10 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 9
critical Chemical Safety

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

NOTED BAGS OF GOLDEN BEAR BRAND MULTI-GRAIN PANCAKE MIX INSIDE A CONTAINER AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA GNAWED INTO. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 8 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $20.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-3...

critical Employee Hygiene

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

NOTED EMPLOYEES HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS (HAM, CHEESE, FRUITS, CHICKEN ETC)WITH NO GLOVES, TONGS OR SPOONS.INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR GLOVES, USE TONGS OR SPOONS WHEN READY TO EAT FOODS ARE PREPARES AND SERVED. CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-...

critical Pest Activity

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

NOTED OVER 25 RAT DROPPING ON FLOOR AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020

serious Other

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

NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (SOUPS, CHICKEN, SALADS ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012.

minor Chemical Safety

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

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND/OR USED BY DATE.

minor Sanitation

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

NOTED RUBBER GASKET AT DOOR OF WALK IN FREEZER AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Pest Activity

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

NOTED STANDING WATER ON FLOOR OF BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY. MUST ALSO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY AT THE FIRST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

NOTED DIRTY WASH CLOTHS ON PREP TABLES NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.

2015-06-18 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection
4
minor Chemical Safety

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

MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN AREA.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA BY COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Employee Hygiene

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

EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IS NEEDED IN BASEMENT PREMISES SLICES HAM CORN BEEF AND CHEESE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

2015-06-11 Fail Complaint
CRITICAL 11
critical Food Temperature

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

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING STORED INSIDE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN BREAST AT 47.7F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD. APROXIMATELY 10LBS VALUE OF $30 CRITICAL VIOLATION ...

critical Pest Activity

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

EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL OBSERVED INSIDE PREMISES . OBSERVED OVER 90 RAT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH STORAGE SHELVING, ALONG WALLBASE, AND BEHING UNUSED EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREAS. ADDIT...

minor Chemical Safety

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

MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN AREA.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED DIRT ACCUMULATION ON THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA BY COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

DETAIL CLEAN WALLS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.

minor Employee Hygiene

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

EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IS NEEDED IN BASEMENT PREMISES SLICES HAM CORN BEEF AND CHEESE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED IN FOOD PREPARATION COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CLUTTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MILK CRATES BEING USED FOR ELEVATION. MUST PROVIDE APPROVED SHELVING FOR PRODUCT ELEVATION. MUST BE ABLE ...

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE BIN AT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

minor Other

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

2015-04-28 Pass Complaint
6
minor Chemical Safety

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

MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE PREP COOLERS IN KITCHEN AREA.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED DIRT ACCUMULATION ON THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA BY COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED IN FOOD PREPARATION COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE BIN AT FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

minor Other

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS, RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

2014-06-25 Pass Canvass
4
minor Chemical Safety

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

INSTRUCTED TO KEEP FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER WHEN POSSIBLE. WHEN REMOVING FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER LABEL WITH DATE, CONTENTS, AND TIME PREPARED IF APPLICABLE.

minor Sanitation

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

FOUND TORN GASKETS ON REACH IN KITCHEN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

FOUND DIRT ACCUMULATION ON GASKETS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

minor Sanitation

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

FOUND DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

2013-10-21 Pass Canvass
3
minor Pest Activity

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

MUST MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING IN THE BASEMENT UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK.

minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED 2 PITCHERS FILLED WITH PANCAKE MIX IN THE WALK-IN COOLER ON THE FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

minor Employee Hygiene

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

MUST REPAIR LEAK UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT.

2012-06-18 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass
5
serious Sanitation

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

MUST PROVIDE SPRAY DEVICE AT TOP LOADING SOFT SERVE MACHINE, TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE, MACHINE TAGGED, MUST FAX LETTER FOR TAG REMOVAL, ONCE INSTALLED, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REPLACE STAINED AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS, 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA

minor Sanitation

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

MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING IN KITCHEN PREP AREA

minor Sanitation

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

MUST CLEAN FLOORS FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA

minor Sanitation

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

MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN OFFICE/STORAGE AREA, AND REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM BASEMENT AREA

2011-12-05 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
7
minor Chemical Safety

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

minor Sanitation

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

minor Sanitation

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

minor Sanitation

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

minor Plumbing & Waste

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

minor Sanitation

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

VIOLATION STILL PENDING SEE REPORT#: 659474 11/28/11.

2011-11-28 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 9
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 NOT MAINTAINED I.E. OVERFLOWING TRASH,NOT COVERED AS REQUIRED.MUST NOTIFY THE DISP...

serious Documentation & Training

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

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served..NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EGGS,SOUPS, ETC....

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.ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE FOOD PREP COOLERS MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY PRODUCTS 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 REPAIR LOOSE GASKET AT FREEZER IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP,SEAL ALL RAW WOODEN SURFACES IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP TABLE AREAS.

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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING SHELVINGS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,INTERIORS OF COOLERS,INTERIOR OF DIPPER WELL,PANEL...

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 REPAIR THRESHOLD AT LEFT CORNER BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR AND DETAIL CLEANING ON FLOORS UNDER,AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS IS NEEDED.

minor Employee Hygiene

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 Pest Activity

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 DETAIL CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA,ST...

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.ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS MUST BE STORED,INVERTED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.

2010-08-30 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection
1
minor Plumbing & Waste

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

MUST REPAIR COLD WATER KNOB ON 2COMP.SINK IN BASEMENT.

2010-08-23 Fail Canvass
CRITICAL 9
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. OUTSIDE DUMPSTER CONTAINER OVER-FLOWING WITH TRASH,LID NOT ABLE TO COVER,AND HOUSEFLIES ALL OVER THE PLACE.CITAT...

serious Documentation & Training

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

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER FOUND ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS EGGS,BEEF,CHIC...

serious Employee Hygiene

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. NON-COMPLIANCE FROM PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS OF 07-06-09 REPORT #S 31,32,34,& 42. (...

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 PROVIDE DATE ON PREPARED FOOD CONTAINERS IN COOLERS.

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. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 2COMP.PREP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WITH SAND AND DEBRIS INSIDE,CLEAN MEAT SLICING EQUIPMENTS A...

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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN BASEMENT WITH STANDING WATER,AND MAINTAIN DRY AT ALL TIMES.MUST REPAIR FLOOR PIPES TO DRAIN INTO FLOOR DRA...

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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OPENING ON WALL BEHIND CHEF REACH IN COOLER IN KITCHEN.

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

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 REMOVE EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT PREP AR...

100
Popeyes
100
Sabor Latino #2
72
Charley Thai Place Inc
71
Lardon & the Union Taproom & the Meadowlark
18
Raymonds Tacos No. 3

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