EDENS FAST FOOD.
6045 N CICERO AVE · FOREST GLEN, CHICAGO
Failed 3 of 16 inspections. 7 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
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INSPECTION HISTORY
SEP 282021PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE OF MICROWAVE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED MINOR LEAK AT MOP SINK FAUCET WHEN WATER IS RUNNING. MUST REPAIR.
OBSERVED FLAT CARD BOARD ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
NOV 92020PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND TO MAINTAIN.
OCT 272020FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION". MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED GAP OPENING MODE OF ENTRY AT THE BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND TO MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND TO MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED WASHROOMS IN THE PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL UNISEX WASH ROOMS.
OBSERVED DIRTY FLOOR WITH GREASE BUILD-UP DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE FOOD PREP COOKING EQUIPMENTS.MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND TO MAINTAIN.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIORS OF LIGHT FIXTURES WITH DEBRIS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS CUSTOMER DINING AREA.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS #39,#47,#51,#55,#58 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2293403 ON 06/12/2019 : #39-ALL BUCKETS WITH FOOD AND FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR OR PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE FOOD STOCKS, BUCKET WITH FOOD AND FOOD CONTAINERS. Sep 12, 2019 #47-MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELVE LINER IN ALL WIRE RACK SHELVINGS IN THE PREP AREA IN THE BASEMENT. Sep 12, 2019 #51-BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON THE ICE MAKER AND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE, SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. Sep 12, 2019 #55-MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA IN THE BASEMENT BEING USED AS A FLOOR MAT. REPLACE WITH REGULAR RUBBER FLOOR MAT. #58-ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER MUST OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. Sep 12, 2019 INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 11/3/2020. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
JUN 122019PASS W/ CONDITIONS14 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE AND PROVIDE CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
ALL READY TO EAT COOKED TCS FOOD HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER MUST BE LABELED AND DATED PROPERLY WITH EXPIRATION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION' 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
MUST PROVIDE REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE,AND ASTERISK ON ALL RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS BEING SERVED ON PREMISES,ON THE MENU,BROCHURES,TABLE TENTS, OR OTHER EFFECTIVE WRITTEN MEANS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
ALL BUCKETS WITH FOOD AND FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR OR PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE FOOD STOCKS, BUCKET WITH FOOD AND FOOD CONTAINERS.
WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES,CHOPPING BOARD, MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.
ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION,(NOT ON TOP OF THE ICE INSIDE THE ICE BIN).
MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELVE LINER IN ALL WIRE RACK SHELVINGS IN THE PREP AREA IN THE BASEMENT.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON THE ICE MAKER AND MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE, SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA IN THE BASEMENT BEING USED AS A FLOOR MAT. REPLACE WITH REGULAR RUBBER FLOOR MAT.
MUST SEAL,REPAIR THE HOLE ON THE CEILING IN THE BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA AND SEAL THE GAP AROUND PIPES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER MUST OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
MAY 152018PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SEAMS AND STAIN IN FOOD PREP/KITCHEN MUST BE RESURFACED OR REPLACED. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDE INSIDE PREP COOLER AND NOT VISIBLE INSIDE OTHER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
ELEVATE FOOD AND NON-FOOD ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
INCOMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER.
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MAY 42018FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK UNABLE TO SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSILS. FAUCET TOO SHORT, NOT REACHING ALL 3 COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH A LONGER FAUCET NECK TO REACH ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR PROPER WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL UTENSILS. (CDI - PLUMBER ON SITE REPLACED FAUCET). CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE WITH VISIBLE MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES (PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE) SEVERE BUILD-UP LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE WHICH TO BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO EMPTY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1951365 ISSUED ON 01-17-2017. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #32 - Caulk around exposed hand sink in bsmt prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Storage shelving that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/replaced. #33 - Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, had excess debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(crevices), bsmt storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). #34 - Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in 1st floor prep area not clean, had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in bsmt storage area by hot water heater not clean, had excess debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(corners). #35 - Ceiling tiles in bsmt prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning. #38 - 3 compartment sink faucet in bsmt prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SEAMS AND STAIN IN FOOD PREP/KITCHEN MUST BE RESURFACED OR REPLACED. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER ACCURATE AND VISIBLE INSIDE REACH IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
ELEVATE FOOD AND NON-FOOD ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
INCOMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER.
JAN 172017PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
Caulk around exposed hand sink in bsmt prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Storage shelving that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/replaced.
Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, had excess debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(crevices), bsmt storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in 1st floor prep area not clean, had excess grease build up, needs detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in bsmt storage area by hot water heater not clean, had excess debris build up, needs detailed cleaning(corners).
Ceiling tiles in bsmt prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
3 compartment sink faucet in bsmt prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
FEB 52016PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS WITH BARE HAND. INSTRUCTED WHEN HANDLING READY TO EAT FOODS MUST WASH HANDS AND WEAR GLOVES AT ALL TIMES. NOTED IN THE COMMENTS ON A PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT#1515774 ISSUED ON 01-12-2015. (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION) CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010 (A)
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY METAL RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP SHELVES WITH RUST BUILD-UP IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.----------MUST CLEAN, REMOVE WORN OUT CAULKING WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AND RE CAULK BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UPPER AND LOWER SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
MAR 172015PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER OR STORAGE BAGS.
SINGLE USE ARTICLES NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
EXHAUST HOOD, FILTERS, CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, PREP TABLE, AND ALONG SIDE OF COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INBSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES
FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND UNDER EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
VENTILATION AND LIGHT COVERS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP.
THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDE INSIDE PREP COOLER AND NOT VISIBLE INSIDE OTHER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ABOVE TRAINING.
JAN 122015PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
FOODS NOT PROPERLY STORED IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN FOOD GRADE FREEZER OR STORAGE BAGS.
SINGLE USE ARTICLES NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
EXHAUST HOOD, FILTERS, CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, PREP TABLE, AND ALONG SIDE OF COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INBSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND UNDER EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
VENTILATION AND LIGHT COVERS IN PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP.
THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDE INSIDE PREP COOLER AND NOT VISIBLE INSIDE OTHER COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENTS FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH ABOVE TRAINING.
JAN 62014PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED FOODS BEING STORED IN PLASTIC BAGS IN DEEP REACH-IN FREEZER. ALL FOODS MUST BE STORED IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS SHELF LINERS IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST USE MATERIALS THAT ARE EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT.
OBSERVED WRAPPED CHICKEN IN 5 GAL BUCKETS STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE FOODS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE PIPES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GRIME BUILDUP.
MUST TIGHTEN THE FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE BASEMENT TO PREVENT LEAKAGE.
MUST RE-ORGANIZE AND DE-CLUTTER BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF CARDBOARD BOXES. REMOVE AND MAINTAIN EXCESSIVE CLUTTER.
OBSERVED ONE FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT IN FOOD PREP AREAS AT ALL TIMES.
MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPER IN AN ADEQUATE CONTAINER.
MAR 192013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ESPECIALLY ALONG WALLBASE BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT (ENCRUSTED WITH THICK GREASE), BEHIND THE ICE CREAM FREEZER AND AT THE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST ALSO MAINTAIN DRY.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INSIDE OF LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE FOOD PREP AREA ON THE 1ST FLOOR.
MAR 82013FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NOTED EMPLOYEES WASHING THEIR HANDS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEES THAT HAND WASHING SHOULD BE ONLY AT THE HAND WASH SINK WITH SOAP AND WATER. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-010(A)
NOTED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR WITH BROKEN LIDS ALLOWING FOR EASY ACCESS OF FOOD FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT DUMPSTER SERVICE FOR LID REPLACEMENT. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ESPECIALLY ALONG WALLBASE BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT (ENCRUSTED WITH THICK GREASE), BEHIND THE ICE CREAM FREEZER AND AT THE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST ALSO MAINTAIN DRY.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INSIDE OF LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE FOOD PREP AREA ON THE 1ST FLOOR.
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER ON SHELVING AND FLOOR OF BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.
AUG 202012PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in reach in freezer, must date and label food items in reach in cooler.
Prep table lower shelving had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/sealed.
Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need cleaning, non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving need cleaning(crevices).
Floor in kitchen prep areas, and storage areas under shelving need cleaning(corners).
Hole in bathroom ceiling in 1st floor dining area, shall be repaired/sealed.
Broken light shields in bsmt prep area, shall be replaced, light shields in 1st floor prep area need cleaning.
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler not clean, needs detailed cleaning(crevices), exhaust vents in prep areas need cleaning.
MAY 182011PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
Cooler shelving/racks in walk in cooler, shall be repair, replaced.
Walk in cooler shelving, cooler shelving, storage shelving in bsmt., not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).Prep tables lower shelving need cleaning.
Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment need detailed cleaning(corners).Floors in bsmt prep areas under 3 compartment sink, prep tables, storage racks, storage shelving, and by hot water heater areas not clean need detailed cleaning(corners).
Walls/ceiling tiles in prep areas(!st fl,bsmt.)not clean need detailed cleaning.
Missing, Damaged light shields in bsmt. storage areas shall be provided, light shields in prep areas need cleaning.
Exhaust canopy needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in cooler, coolers, prep areas, and bathrooms need detailed cleaning.
JUN 282010PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
Ice machine not maintained. Instructed to replace or repair exterior door on unit to properly open and close unit of ice making parts.
Nozzles on soda machine, storage shelves in prep area and interior panel of ice machne not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
Floor in prep areas first floor and basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean along wallbase and under equipment.
Light covers and walls behind equipment in prep not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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