SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

DOWNTOWN BP & SUBWAY.

YOUR CALL. 63/100

750 N WELLS ST · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO

Last inspected February 4, 2026 · passed

21 of 31 inspections passed, 5 failed, 5 passed with conditions. 18 critical violations across the record.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
31
21 passed · 5 w/ conditions · 5 failed
VIOLATIONS
86
includes 18 critical
RECORDS COVER
16 YEARS
since Feb 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

FEB 4
2026
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED THE DRAIN AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM A DARK SUBSTANCE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 5
2025
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP UNDER THE ORANGE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

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

OBSERVED THE DRAINIS IN THE REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DARK SUBSTANCE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL DRAINS.

MINORFood Temperature
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE BEVERAGE WALK IN COOLING UNIT WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS UNDER THE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE TOILET ROOM WITH A BROKEN FAUCET AND COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE LOWER LEFT WALL AND THE RIGHT LOWER FRONT WALL OF THE UTILITY SINK AREA BROKEN AND OPEN. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN TO MAKE AREA EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE WALLS IN THE REAR PREP ONE COMPARTMENT SINK/DISH WASHING AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND SPLATTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER THE REAR STORAGE AREAS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 7
2024
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 31
2024
FAILED
4 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

NO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (DELI MEAT, TUNA, SLICED TOMATOES) ARE BEING PREPARED FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED RUST STAINS FROM RUSTED NAILS AND A BLACK SUBSTANCE AROUND THE EDGES OF THE PART OF THE ICE MACHINE THAT THE ICE FALSS THROUGH. INSTRUCTED TO STOP USING ICE FROM MACHINE. ICE MACHINE TAGGED FOR REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025(A) CITATION ISSUED.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND DEBRIS UNDER THE METAL SHELVING AND THE DRAINS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF BLACK GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT FEEDING,BREEDING AND HARBORING.

OCT 3
2023
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

EXTERIOR EXIT DOOR NEAR BP STORAGE HAS AN OPEN GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR WHICH ALLOWS FOR PESTS/INSECTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR DOORS SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

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

CARDBOARD USED AS LINING FOR SHELVES ON BP STORAGE AREA. FACILITY MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE A SURFACE THAT IS SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, DURABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT,

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FROST BUILDUP NEAR WALK-IN FREEZER FAN GUARD IN SUBWAY AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED PLASTIC/GARBAGE UNDER SHELVING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED ON BP AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

UNNECESSARY ITEMS / NONFUNCTIONAL EQUIPMENT FOUND OUT IN SMALL STORAGE AREA LOCATED OUTSIDE OF SUBWAY BACK DOOR. THE PREMISES SHALL BE FREE OF ITEMS UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT. THIS INCLUDES EQUIPMENT THAT IS NONFUNCTIONAL OR NO LONGER USED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS WERE FOUND STORED IMPROPERLY ON BP SHELVING- FACILITY STORAGE AREA WHERE FOOD/SINGLE USE ARTICLES IS LOCATED. FOOD ESTABLISHMENTS SHALL A) PROVIDE DESIGNATED DRESSING ROOMS OR DRESSING AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES THAT ROUTINELY CHANGE THEIR CLOTHES IN THE ESTABLISHMENTS; B) PROVIDE LOCKERS OR OTHER SUITABLE FACILITIES FOR THE ORDERLY STORAGE OF EMPLOYEES' CLOTHING AND OTHER POSSESSIONS.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATIONS. ALL CITY/PENDING CITY CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION AND PRESENT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

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JUL 26
2022
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED SEVERAL EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

JAN 11
2021
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WHITE INTERIOR PANEL IN ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN LOOSE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER & FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

CRITICALPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST ORGANIZE OR REMOVE CLUTTER IN REAR HALLWAY STORAGE, ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE, AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND WALK-IN BEVERAGE COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

AUG 5
2020
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA USED TO WASH PRODUCE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

JUL 29
2020
FAILED
3 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED ICE MACHINE PRODUCING ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION WITH BLACK, FUZZY SLIME ON THE INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, MELT 3 LOADS OF ICE BEFORE USING AGAIN, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS BEING HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN PREP AREA COLD HOLD UNIT: CHICKEN AT 45.9F, TUNA SALAD AT 44.6F, CHICKEN AT 47.7F, TURKEY AT 48.7F, AND DELI MEATS AT 50.1F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 5LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $80. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR STORAGE AREA USED TO WASH PRODUCE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 8
2020
PASSED
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTER NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS IN BATHROOMS. MUST PRPVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

ADDITIONAL WATER PRESSURE NEEDED AT THE FRONT HAND WASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

CRITICALPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER AND MUST MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND UNDERNEATH SHELVING THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSDERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENTS INSIDE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

JUN 21
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEING USED WITH OUT SANITIZER, SANITIZER SOLUTION READING AT 0 PARTS PER MILLION. FOUND NO SANITIZER ON PREMISES. MANAGER BROUGHT SANITIZER FROM ANOTHER LOCATION AT TIME OF INSPECTION. SANITIZER SET UP WITH CORRECT CONCENTRATION NOW READING AT 200 PARTS PER MILLION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED 3 OUT OF 4 LIGHTS IN WALK IN COOLER BURNT OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.

SEP 21
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

2-101.11 PERSON ON DUTY NOT PERSON IN CHARGE AND NOT THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER.

CRITICALFood Temperature
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

2-102.12 NO CERTIFIED MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHEN ( TCF)FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED,( REHEATING MEATBALL, MAKING SANDWICHES FOR CUSTOMERS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012

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

2-102.14(N) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION NO CITATION

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION NO CITATION

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES

3-501.16(A)(1) OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF MEATBALLS INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. TEMPERATURE OF TCF FOOD AT ( 114.0F). INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN TCF FOODS HOT HOLDING AT 135.F OR HIGHER. FOOD REMOVED BY EMPLOYEE AND DISCARDED-COS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-602.11(A)(B 1-3,4-7)(A) PREPACKAGED ICE BAGS NOT LABELED IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED ICE THAT PREPACKAGED ON PREMISES MUST BE HAVE LABELS. NAME ADDRESS OF ESTABLISHMENT, WEIGHT,ETC.

MINOROther
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-301.12(A)OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED ( IE COLD WATER HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR). NO COLD WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 MANGER MADE REPAIRS TO FAUCET AT INSPECTION AND COLD WATER IS NOW PROVIDE AT SINK-COS.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON COFFEE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO THAT IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAING FOR EMPLOYEES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100- 0367 NO ALLERGEN AWARENESS FOR MANAGERS WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE.

MAY 22
2018
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Observed food and debris on surface of shelving unit, in cabinet at front self service beverage stations. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain, at all times.

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

Observed ice scoop stored/resting inside ice machine, in rear next to 3 compartment sink. Instructed manager to remove and store scoop in designated food grade container. Maintain at all times.

JUL 25
2017
PASSED
0 violations
FEB 27
2017
PASSED
0 violations
NOV 21
2016
PASSED
0 violations
NOV 15
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

OBSERVED 2 DOOR COOLER AT FOOD PREP AREA,NOT IN OPERATION AT THIS TIME NO POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD INSIDE COOLER.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME,THERE IS ENOUGH REFRIGERATION TO MAINTAIN FOOD TEMPERATURES.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED TUNA AT 44.6F,TURKEY AT 45.1F,CHICKEN AT 47.7F.COLD FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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

REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON WALLS AND CEILINGS AND VENTS ABOVE THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.

MAY 18
2016
PASSED
0 violations
MAY 11
2016
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES THROUGHOUT INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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

DETAIL CLEAN KNOZZLES AT THE FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION AND MAINTAIN.

DEC 15
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

REMOVED CARDBOARD ON THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER OF THE GAS STATION SIDE, WITH BOTTLED STARBUCKS COFFEE AND BOTTLED JUICE. DEFROST THE ICE CREAM FREEZER(WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED) OF THE GAS STATION SIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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

CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER OF THE GAS STATION SIDE AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN INSIDE THE CABINET UNDER THE COFFEE MACHINE OF THE GAS STATION SIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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

CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE AREA, WALK IN COOLER ,UNDERNEATH THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS AND FLOOR UNDERNEATH ALL DISPLAY SHELVINGS OF THE GAS STATION AND MAINTAIN.

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

CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 26
2015
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND THE PREP SINK.

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

DUST BUILD-UP ON THE HOOD/CANOPY ABOVE THE OVEN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

NOV 20
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE PREPARED AND SERVED(CHICKEN,SOUPS,BEEF ETC). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012

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

NOTED A SLIGHT DISCOLORATION INSIDE THE INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 17
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

NOTED A PINKISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE AT THE LOWER COMPARTMENT DRIPPING ON TO THE ICE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES REMOVE ICE AND STARTED TO CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MONITOR AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-005(A).

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

NOTED OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS, HEAVY ACCUMULATION ON MATERIAL AND JUNK (MILK CRATES, BOXES ETC) THROUGHOUT FLOOR OF THE OUTER EXTERIOR STORAGE BY THE REAR EXIT DOOR OF SUBWAY RESTAURANT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. BY THE END OF INSPECTION MANAGER HAD EMPLOYEES CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.STILL RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020.

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

NOTED ICE BUILT UP ON CHEST ICE CREAM FREEZER AT THE DISPLAY FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN ESPECIALLY BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN FREE OF FOOD PARTICLES AND DEBRIS.

JAN 3
2013
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

HAND SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER INSTALLED ABOVE PREP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND WASH HANDS AT DESIGNATED HAND SINKS.

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

EMPLOYEES DRINKS ON PREP TABLE NOT COVERED, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE DRINKS LIDED.

JUL 16
2012
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 6
2012
FAILED
4 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

(7-38-020) THE BOTTOM PART OF A SIDE DOOR TO THE ALLEY (SUBWAY SIDE) IS NOT PROPERLY RODENT/PEST PROOF (ABOUT 1/2 TO AN INCH GAP. THE STRIP HAS PULLED AWAY FROM THE DOOR). INSTRUCTED TO FIX & MAINTAIN RODENT PROOF.

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

FLOORS OF WALK-IN COOLER MUST BE FREE OF DEBRIS OR FOOD STAINS (MILK/JUICES).

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

FRONT PREP HANDSINK FAUCET LEAKING, MUST FIX.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INTERNAL THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL COOLERS, MUST PROVIDE.

OCT 28
2011
PASSED
0 violations
OCT 26
2011
FAILED
9 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. MUST PROVIDE HANDSOAP AT ALL HANDSINKS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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. OUTER OPENINGS ARE NOT RODENT PROOF. THE DOOR TO THE MEN'S RESTROOM IS NOT RODENT PROOF. MUST RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS. ALSO MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR THE NEW BUILDING. THERE IS A LOG BOOK ON PREMISES, BUT LAST SERVICE REPORT IS FROM 5/4/11 WHEN THE OLD BUILDING WAS STILL IN USE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

CRITICALPest 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. NO WASTE DUMPSTER PROVIDED ONSITE AND NO SIGNED CONTRACT AVAILABLE. MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE DUMPSTER OR A SIGNED CONTRACT WITH A WASTE HAULING COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

SERIOUSDocumentation & 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. MUST PROVIDE AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES

In all food establishments, toilet facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall include an adequate supply of hot and cold or tempered water, soap, and approved sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices. MUST PROVIDE TOILET PAPER FOR BOTH RESTROOMS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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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 HANDSINK IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM AND ALL EQUIPMENT, SINKS, PREP TABLES ETC. WITH CONSTRUCTION DUST.

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

REMOVE THE BOXES OF STOCK OFF OF THE FLOOR IN THE REAR HALLWAY. DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR OF THE REAR HALLWAY.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES AND A REFRIGERATION THERMOMETER FOR THE ICE CREAM FREEZER.

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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. REMOVE ALL CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT FROM THE PREMISES.

OCT 6
2010
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
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. OBSERVED SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.

JUL 28
2010
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
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. OBSERVED SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

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

FEB 11
2010
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
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. Observed slight lime build up inside ice machine. Must clean and maintain equipment.

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. 3-compartment sink pipe leaking under middle compartment. Must repair and maintain.

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