DUNKIN DONUTS.

Chicago Health Dept

7171 W IRVING PARK RD · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected 2024.

19 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Sep 2024.

Last inspected Sep 2024. Records may not reflect current conditions.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
19
VIOLATIONS
87
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
SEP 2024

INSPECTION HISTORY

SEP 24
2024
PASS 1 violation
Minor Sanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES AND MILK CRATES STORED IN REAR DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.

DEC 6
2023
PASS · 0 violations
NOV 28
2022
PASS · 0 violations
APR 14
2021
PASS 1 violation
Minor Sanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR CREAM CHEESE COOLER LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE FRONT PREP LINE COOLER.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.

APR 7
2021
FAIL 6 violations 1 CRITICAL
Critical Employee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK (BASKIN ROBBINS PREP AREA).INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROPERLY SUPPLY AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.CORRECTED ON SITE (COS).

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

OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR CREAM CHEESE COOLER LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE FRONT PREP LINE COOLER.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.

Minor Sanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED WET MOPS INSIDE UTILITY MOP SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND MUST HANG UP MOPS FOR DRYING.

Minor Sanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS AT (BASKIN ROBBINS PREP AREA) TO REMOVE BUILD-UP DEBRIS.

Minor Facility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED MISSING (2) LIGHT SHIELDS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Pest Activity
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2463361 DATED:12/04/2020 #51-BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINES IN FRONT PREP/SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. Mar 4, 2021 #51-INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK INFRONT PREP AREA (WATER CONTINUOUSLY RUNNING). Mar 4, 2021 #55-INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES (FRONT, REAR, REAR STORAGE AREA). Mar 4, 2021 #55-INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. Mar 4, 2021 #56-INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING (1) LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. Mar 4, 2021 INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 4/14/2021. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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DEC 4
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 10 violations 1 CRITICAL
Critical Sanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

FOUND INCOMPLETE VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL SPILL KIT. MISSING ITEM (APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS) IN SPILL KIT. PROCEDURE AVAILABLE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

Minor Other
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS ON PREMISE.

Minor Plumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WATER SPRAYER (NOT ENOUGH PRESSURE) AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA.

Minor Plumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK INFRONT PREP AREA (WATER CONTINUOUSLY RUNNING).

Minor Plumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINES IN FRONT PREP/SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

Minor Sanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES (FRONT, REAR, REAR STORAGE AREA).

Minor Pest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

Minor Sanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED REAR EXIT METAL DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.

Minor Facility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING (1) LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.

OCT 26
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 9 violations 3 CRITICAL
Critical Documentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANGENENT TO CREATE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED

Critical Sanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROGRAM/KIT ON SITE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET A CLEAN UP PROGRAM/KIT PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005

Minor Other
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN FOUR OF THE SIX REFRIGERATORS.INSTRUCTED MANAGERS TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN THESE COOLERS. CORE

Minor Chemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-601.11 OBSERVED PRODUCT BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE LABELING FOR THE CONTAINERS. CORE

Critical Pest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-202.15 OBSERVED REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO MAKE REAR DOOR TIGHT FITTING. CORE

Minor Employee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT.INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLER TO PUT ON HAIR RESTRAINT AT ONCE.FOOD HANDLER COMPLIED

Minor Sanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED COB WEBS IN FLOOR AT FRONT COUNTER AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT COUNTER AREA. CORE

Minor Facility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS OVER LIGHTS UNDERNEATH HOT LINE HOOD.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS OVER LIGHTS UNDER HOT LINE HOOD. CORE

Minor Other
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO GET ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION CORE

NOV 3
2016
PASS 4 violations
Minor Sanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA, MUST REMOVE ICE BY CAKE FREEZER, IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CEILING TILE STAINED AND LIGHT SHIELDS REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE,

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA, USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

Minor Sanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.

SEP 22
2016
PASS 4 violations
Minor Sanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA, MUST REMOVE ICE BY CAKE FREEZER, IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CEILING TILE STAINED AND LIGHT SHIELDS REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE,

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA, USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

Minor Sanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.

DEC 28
2015
PASS 2 violations
Minor Sanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.---------MUST REMOVE POOLED WATER UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA INSIDE REAR OFFICE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

NOV 24
2015
PASS 4 violations
Minor Sanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND RE CAULK WORN OUT CAULKING AROUND EXPOSED HAND SINK (NEXT TO ICE MACHINE) IN REAR PREP AREA AND CAULKING IN BETWEEN ICE CREAM DISPLAY UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA (BASKIN ROBBINS SIDE).--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FAUCETS AT (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE LIME ACCUMULATION.-------MUST REPLACE ICE SCOOP WITH BROKEN/MISSING HANDLE IN FRONT PREP (BASKIN ROBBINS SIDE).

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.---------MUST REMOVE POOLED WATER UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.

Minor Other
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA INSIDE REAR OFFICE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

NOV 23
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 8 violations 2 CRITICAL
Critical Food Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FOUND FACILITIES (PREP COOLER) WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48.7F AND WITH EXCESSIVE ICE ACCUMULATION INSIDE OF THE SAID COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. COOLER WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER WAS TAGGED 'HELD FOR INSPECTION". INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)

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

FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE DURING STORAGE INSIDE PREP COOLER (WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48.7F) IN FRONT PREP AREA. NOTED CREAM CHEESE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 48.1F, 46.7F, 47.7F, 46.9F, SLICED TURKEY AT 51.2F, COOKED EGGS AT 57.8F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. APPROXIMATE TOTAL AMOUNT OF 7 LBS. AND APPROXIMATE TOTAL VALUE OF $180.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND RE CAULK WORN OUT CAULKING AROUND EXPOSED HAND SINK (NEXT TO ICE MACHINE) IN REAR PREP AREA AND CAULKING IN BETWEEN ICE CREAM DISPLAY UNIT IN FRONT PREP AREA (BASKIN ROBBINS SIDE).--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FAUCETS AT (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE LIME ACCUMULATION.-------MUST REPLACE ICE SCOOP WITH BROKEN/MISSING HANDLE IN FRONT PREP (BASKIN ROBBINS SIDE).

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS WITH SYRUP AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, COUNTER TOP UNDERNEATH HEATING EQUIPMENT, PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT, INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE, BREAD RACKS, OVEN SHELF.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.---------MUST REMOVE POOLED WATER UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA (DUNKIN DONUT SIDE).--------MUST FIX LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT (BASKIN ROBBINS SIDE) AND IN REAR PREP AREA.

Minor Other
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA INSIDE REAR OFFICE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

JUN 11
2014
PASS 5 violations
Minor Sanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Corrected.

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

Above violation still remaining(Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under shelving/racks in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)).

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

Above violation still remaining( Damaged stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area, shall be replaced/repaired, walls by rear prep tables not clean, need cleaning(detailed)).

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

Above violation still remaining( Damaged/broken light shields in front, rear prep area,shall be repaired/replaced). Missing light shield in walk in cooler shall be provided(New Violation).

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

Above violation still remaining(3 compartment sink faucet in front prep area leaking, shall be repaired/replaced).

JUN 3
2014
FAIL 7 violations 1 CRITICAL
Critical Pest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

Found observed rear exit side door not rodent proofed, door had 1/4 inch gap on sides of door(corners), shall be repaired/replaced.Citation issued 7-38-020(serious violation).

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

Caulk around 3 compartment sink, and rear exposed sink in prep area in state of disrepair/broken, shall be repaired/replaced.

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

Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning, non food contact surfaces of ice bins not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning. Rear kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under shelving/racks in walk in cooler not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Damaged stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen prep area, shall be replaced/repaired, walls by rear prep tables not clean, need cleaning(detailed).

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

Damaged/broken light shields in front, rear prep area,shall be repaired/replaced.

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

3 compartment sink faucet in front prep area leaking, shall be repaired/replaced.

FEB 4
2013
PASS 3 violations
Minor Sanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust, shall be repaired/replaced.

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

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Missing/damaged light shields in display case shall be replaced, missing light shields in rear storage roo, bathroom, shall be provided, light shields in rear kitchen need cleaning.

AUG 13
2012
PASS 4 violations 1 CRITICAL
Minor Sanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND UPPER PANEL AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE CREAM DIPPER WELL.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AROUND FLOOR DRAINS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET (COLD) HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (LEFT SIDE).

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

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN REAR STORAGE TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.----------MUST CLEAN AND REORGANIZE INSIDE REAR OFFICE (BY EXIT DOOR).

FEB 25
2011
PASS 8 violations
Minor Sanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Food display shelves and storage shelves under counter, sinks and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor along wallbase, under and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

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

Ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Light bulbs not shielded inside walk-in units. Instructed to shield bulbs or install shatter proof bulbs.

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

Faucet not maintained at front three compartment sink. Instructed to repair to prevent faucet from leaking.

Minor Other
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not visible inside reach-in coolers. Instructed that thermometers must be conspicuous inside all coolers.

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

Unused equipment stored on premises. Instructed to remove any equipment not being used.

Minor Sanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.

FEB 11
2010
PASS 3 violations
Minor Sanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

CEILING VENTS AT THE DINING AREA BECOMING RUSTY . MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

Inspector Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR PREP AREA AND MEN'S WASHROOM MUST BE REPLACED

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

Inspector Comments: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. VENTILATION IN WOMEN'S WASHROOMS MUST BE PROVIDED

FEB 4
2010
FAIL 8 violations 2 CRITICAL
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. FOUND PREP COOLER FOR FLATBREAD SANDWICHES AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 49.7F NOT ABLE TO HOLD COLD FOOD AT 40F OR BELOW,CRITICAL VIOLATION ,CITATION ISSUED,TAGGED COOLER,MUST CALL TECHNICIAN TO FIX COOLER AT 40F OR BELOW;MUST FAX A LETTER TO CDPH 312-746-4240 WHEN COOLER HAS BEEN FIXED

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. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE,FLATBREAD SANDWICHES OF TURKEY 48.7F,CHICKEN45.7F AND HAM 43.9F ,TOTAL 10LBS $78.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION, CITATION ISSUED, MANAGER DISCARDED THE FOOD,INSTRUCTED ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE 40F OR BELOW,

Serious Sanitation
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. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #159534,08-10-09 NOT CORRECTED,SERIOUS VIOLATION #34 FLOOR TILES CRACKED IN FRONT OF THE DONUT CASE,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN-AT THIS TIME FOUND 4 DAMAGED FLOOR TILES 24 INCHES IN FRONT DONUT CASE,MUST REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEAN,GIVEN 5 DAYS 02-11-10 TO CORRECT THE VIOLATION

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. ATTACHED EQUIPMENT AT THE BOTTOM OF DISPLAY CAKE COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN

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. CEILING VENTS AT THE PREP AREA AND DINING AREA BECOMING RUSTY,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR PREP AREA AND MEN'S WASHROOM MUST BE REPLACED

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

The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. VENTILATION IN 2 WASHROOMS MUST BE PROVIDED

Minor Other
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. THERMOMETER BEING USED TO CHECK COLD FOOD MUST BE CALIBRATED

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