SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

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3462 N CLARK ST · LAKEVIEW, CHICAGO

Last inspected December 31, 2025 · passed

11 of 12 inspections passed, with 5 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
12
11 passed · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
34
includes 5 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since May 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

DEC 31
2025
PASSED
0 violations
MAR 12
2024
PASSED
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 1/4 INCH AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN-EXTERIOR OF 2ND FLOOR BAR SINKS/SHELVES AND BAR INTERIOR OF ICE BINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT STOPPER NOT WORKING. MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPER AT SAID SINK.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED PEELING/CRACKED CEILING PAINT ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPAINT PREP AREA CEILING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

1ST FLOOR MENS WASHROOM FLOOR DRAIN COVER MISSING. MUST PROVIDE.

MAR 15
2022
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.

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

NOTED KNIVES AND SPATULARS STORED BETWEEN WALL AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WASH CLEAN AND STORE AT A CLEAN DRY STORAGE DRAWER.

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

NOTED CARDBOARD BOXES AND FOIL PAPER USED TO LINE SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AND THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOXES AND FOIL PAPER TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.

MAR 16
2020
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED GREASE/FOOD SPILL ON BASEMENT FLOOR UNDER GREASE TRAP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNED OUT CEILING LIGHT BULB ABOVE PREP AREA HANDWASH BOWL. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING LIGHT BULB.

JAN 22
2019
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED SLOW WATER DRAIN AT THE SECOND FLOOR MAIN BAR HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AND THE 3 DOOR FREEZER UNIT ALL AT THE KITCHEN PREP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE

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

NOTED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE UPRIGHT CHEST FREEZER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED ROUGH AND UNFINISHED BRICK WALLS BEHIND THE SECOND SMALL BAR ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. -NOTED MULTIPLE HOLES AND OPENINGS ALONG PIPING AND STAINED CEILING TILES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT DRY STORAGE/FOOD AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PEST AND/OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES.

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FEB 17
2017
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED 3 HOLES RANGING FROM 3-6 INCHES WIDE EACH, IN THE WALL IN THE REAR 2ND FLOOR STAIR WELL, AT THE FOOT OF THE STAIRS, AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS AND NEAR THE BOTTOM WHERE THE STAIR MEETS THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE WALL.

MAY 6
2016
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed slight dirt accumulation on the upper interior portion of the ice machine. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize and maintain. Observed grease buildup on the lower compartment of the fryers. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed slight dirt accumulation in the soda gun nozzles. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed old worn caulk on the wall behind the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.

AUG 28
2015
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE 3 DOOR COOLER IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

FEB 25
2014
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN FRONT OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.

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

MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS INSIDE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.

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

HANDWASH SINK IN 2ND FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM IS DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

APR 18
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

FOUND CLEAN CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY.(MUST STORE INVERTED)

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

FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER BAR AREAS, STORAGE AREAS(1ST AND 2ND FLOOR), AND INSIDE LIQUOR ROOM.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

FOUND POOR LIGHTING CONDITIONS AT REAR STORAGE AREAS. 1ST FLOOR.

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

FOUND MOPS AND BROOMS NOT STORED PROPERLY.TO CLOSE TO CLEAN DISHES.

MAY 28
2010
PASSED
0 violations
MAY 20
2010
FAILED
8 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED 80# OF HAMBURGERS AT 47F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 80# OF FOOD WORTH APPROXIMATELY $150. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

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

Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IS NOT SANITIZING AT 180F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR. MANAGEMENT HAD A TECHNICIAN ONSITE DURING THE INSPECTION TO REPAIR THE MACHINE. MACHINE WAS NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME. DISHMACHINE TAGGED BY CDPH. NO CITATION ISSUED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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

All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES. UNIT TAGGED BY CDPH. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

CRITICALPest 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. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS AND GARAGE DOOR NOT RODENT-PROOF. OBSERVED APPROX. 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND STORAGE SHELVES OF THE REAR STORAGE AND LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED. OBSERVED OPENINGS AROUND THE GARAGE DOOR. MUST RODENT PROOF THE GARAGE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE PREP TABLE BELOW THE GRILL.

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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE PREP AREA ESPECIALLY BELOW THE DEEP FRYERS.

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. OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE CEILING OF THE BEER COOLER. MUST SCRAPE AND REPAINT.

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

OBSERVED THE DISHMACHINE LEAKING FROM THE FRONT OF THE MACHINE. MUST REPAIR. REPAIR THE SINK STOPPER LEVERS AT THE 3C SINK IN THE PREP AREA. THE FAUCET FOR THE PREP AREA 3C SINK DOES NOT REACH ALL 3 SINK COMPARTMENTS. MUST REPLACE THE FAUCET.

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