MAY 23
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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EL CHISME REST INC.
BEAT. 29/100
3322 W 26TH ST · NORTH LAWNDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected May 23, 2016 · passed with conditions
Failed 2 of 13 inspections. 6 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
13
10 passed · 1 w/ conditions · 2 failed
VIOLATIONS
77
includes 6 critical
RECORDS COVER
6 YEARS
since Feb 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
WALK-IN COOLER FOUND HOLDING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46.1F-48.0F. INSTRUCTED TO CHECK AND ADJUST THERMOSTAT IN UNIT IF NOT SET TO MAINTAIN PRODUCTS AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
SAUSAGE-45.6F, 45.8F, COOKED PORK-46.7F, COOKED BEANS-115.3F, COOKED CHICKENS 46.8F. ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DISCARDED( 88LB VALUED AT $101.92 DISCARDED). CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTALL A SPLASH GAURD ON RIGHT SIDE OF 3 COMPARTMENT WHERE PREP TABLE IS LOCATED(MUST BE INSTALLED AND SEALED AND CONSIST OF A EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE(FOUND A LONG METAL TRAY PROPPED UP AT THE SIDE CLOSEST TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CLEAN GREASE FROM HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPLACE OR CLEAN STAINS FROM CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT.
MAY 162016FAILED9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 16
2016
FAILED
9 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
HOT HOLDING UNITS FOR PIZZA AND CHICKEN FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, AIR TEMPS WERE 132.1F AND 112F. UNITS WERE NOT HEATED TO PROPER AIR TEMPERATURE BEFORE PRODUCTS WERE PLACED INSIDE. MUST MAKE SURE THE UNITS ARE 140 DEGREES OR ABOVE BEFORE PLACING HOT FOODS INSIDE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
PIZZA-129.1F, CHICKEN 130.1F. ALL COOKED FOODS MUST B HELD AT 140 DEGREES OR ABOVE UNTIL SERVED. PRODUCT FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DISCARDED(5LB VALUED AT $25) CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
OUTSIDE WASTE AND GREASE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. GREASE FOUND ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE LID ON THE RECEPTACLE, MUST KEEP THE EXTERIOR CLEAN. THE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE CLOSE TO THE GREASE DUMPSTER HAS A LARGE HOLE IN THE LID ON THE RIGHT SIDE(3 INCHES WIDE). MUST REQUEST A NEW LID OR DUMPSTER FROM GARBAGE DISPOSAL COMPANY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SMOOTH AND PAINT RUSTY INTERIOR OF WALK-IN COOLER DOOR. INSTALL A SPLASH GAURD ON RIGHT SIDE OF 3 COMPARTMENT WHERE PREP TABLE IS LOCATED(MUST BE INSTALLED AND SEALED AND CONSIST OF A EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE(FOUND A LONG METAL TRAY PROPPED UP AT THE SIDE CLOSEST TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN MASSIVE DUST BUILD-UP FROM FAN GAURDS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN CAN OPENER AND SLEEVE ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN REAR FOOD PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REMOVE DEAD INSECTS AND DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN GREASE FROM HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPLACE OR CLEAN STAINS FROM CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
ALL COOKING IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. REPAIR LEAKY FAUCETS AT 3 AND 2 COMPARTMENT SINKS. MUST INSTALL A MOP SINK ON PREMISES FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF DIRTY MOP WATER.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
UNCLEAN ICE SCOOP FOUND ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE UNCOVERED. ICE SCOOP MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER PREVENTING CONTAMINATION.
AUG 272015PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
AUG 27
2015
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
OBSERVED CHICKEN, PORK, AND STEAK IN STAINLESS STEEL CONTAINERS LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER CONTAINING ONLY THE DATE WRITTEN ON THE PRODUCTS. INSTRUCTED TO INCLUDE PRODUCT NAME.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB MISSING ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED AS FOOD STORAGE IN THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER IN THE TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER SELF LINING.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED SPILLAGE IN THE TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR WHERE RAW CHICKEN IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE MACHINE WITH A SLIGHT BROWNISH RESIDUE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GRILLS AND FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DRINK DISPENSORS WITH A BROWNISH BUILD UP LOCATED AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED VENTS IN THE WASHROOM AND CUSTOMER DINING AREA IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED ONLY ONE SINK STOPPER FOR THE TWO 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SINK STOPPER FOR EACH COMPARTMENT.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED CLUTTER OUTSIDE OF THE MENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLUTTER AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND. OBSERVED MOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOPS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
AUG 172015FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 17
2015
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; 20 ALONG THE WALL AND IN THE CORNERS OF THE PIZZA PREP AREA, ALSO 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE CORNER OUTSIDE OF THE MENS WASHROOM DOOR, AND 20 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE DOOR. ALSO OBSERVED 30 ANTS LOCATED UNDER THE OVEN AND PREP TABLES OF THE PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS AS WELL AS CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
OBSERVED CHICKEN, PORK, AND STEAK IN STAINLESS STEEL CONTAINERS LOCATED IN THE WALK IN COOLER CONTAINING ONLY THE DATE WRITTEN ON THE PRODUCTS. INSTRUCTED TO INCLUDE PRODUCT NAME.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB MISSING ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS USED AS FOOD STORAGE IN THE WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER IN THE TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER SELF LINING.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED SPILLAGE IN THE TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR WHERE RAW CHICKEN IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ICE MACHINE WITH A SLIGHT BROWNISH RESIDUE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GRILLS AND FRYERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DRINK DISPENSORS WITH A BROWNISH BUILD UP LOCATED AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED VENTS IN THE WASHROOM AND CUSTOMER DINING AREA IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WHERE CHICKEN AND PIZZA ARE COOKED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED NO UTILITY SINK TO OBTAIN MOP WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MOP SINK. OBSERVED ONLY ONE SINK STOPPER FOR THE TWO 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SINK STOPPER FOR EACH COMPARTMENT. OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE HOSE USED TO RETRIEVE MOP WATER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED CLUTTER OUTSIDE OF THE MENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLUTTER AND ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND. OBSERVED MOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL MOPS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
FEB 192015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
FEB 19
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BLADE OF CAN OPENER AT PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN. THE RUBBER GASKET AT THE TWO DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER ON THE LEFT SIDE IN KITCHEN IS IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE GASKET TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNIT.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE GRILL AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: REAR STORAGE ROOM BEHIND PIZZA PREP AREA UNDER SHELVES, INSIDE OF WALK-IN FREEZER AND BEHIND/AROUND VARIOUS HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SOME DUST OBSERVED ON BOTH VENTILATION FANS ON THE CEILINGS OF BOTH WASHROOMS; REMOVE DUST FROM FANS. SOME DUST OBSERVED ON THE CEILING AND AROUND THE FANS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER; REMOVE DUST FROM WALK-IN COOLER CEILING. SOME DUST ON CEILING FAN IN PIZZA PREP AREA; REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING FAN.
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JUL 142014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JUL 14
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
CUTTING BOARDS STAINED AND DISCOLORED. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME OR REPLACE.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY (HANDLE UP).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
PREMISES USING MILK GALLONS TO STORE SALSA. INSTD TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS. ROTTING WOOD SURFACE BEHIND FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR/REPLACE SAME SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. CUTTING BOARDS STAINED AND DISCOLORED. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME OR REPLACE
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT 2 DOOR COOLER AND DRY STORAGE FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
LIGHTSHIELDS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
FEB 252013PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
FEB 25
2013
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
THE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING AND CAN OPENER ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE ABOVE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
THE REAR KITCHEN WALLS ARE DIRTY, CLEAN THE WALLS FROM TOP TO BOTTOM AND SEAL UP THE GAPS AND CREVICES IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREPARATION AREA WALLS SO THEY ARE SANITARY.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
THE REAR KITCHEN IS DARK AND THE LIGHT SHIELDS ARE FULL OF DEAD INSECTS, CLEAN AND INCREASE THE LIGHTING IN THE REAR KITCHEN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
THE SOUTH WEST REAR KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK HAS A POTABLE WATER LEAK, REPAIR PLUMBING. THE FRONT CHICKEN ROASTING OVEN AREA HAS NO ACCESSIBLE SINK, INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THIS AREA IF CHICKEN IS TO BE HANDLED EXTENSIVELY IN SAID AREA.
AUG 132012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
AUG 13
2012
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN THE HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM. CLEAN THE DOUBLE DOOR REACHIN COOLER. THE FRYER AND THE CABINET UNDERNEATH.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN THE DOUBLE DOOR REACHIN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN.
AUG 92012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
AUG 9
2012
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN THE HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM. CLEAN THE DOUBLE DOOR REACHIN COOLER, THE FRYER AND THE CABINET UNDERNEATH.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN THE DOUBLE DOOR REACHIN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN.
JAN 262012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JAN 26
2012
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
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. CLEAN CAN OPENER BLADE AT REAR PREP TABLE AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA, CLEAN INTERIOR OF REAR CHICKEN COOLER TO ELIMINATE ODOR, CLEAN FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DEEP FRYERS IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELF AND IN PIZZA PREP AREA. CLEAN UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
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. SEAL HOLES AROUND PIPES UNDER SINK IN WOMENS WASHROOM.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
SEEPAGE OF WATER FROM ONE COMPARTMENT OF ONE THREE COMP SINK TO THE OTHER; REPAIR BY WELDING TOGETHER. (TWO THREE COMP SINKS ON PREMISES)
FEB 12011PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
FEB 1
2011
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
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 LABLE & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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 OR REPLACE WORN CUTTING BOARD,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR GLASS COOLER,WALK IN FREEZER DOOR,SINK STOPPERS,REMOVE CARD BOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS IN SALSA COOLER.
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.MUST CLEAN GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM FRYERS,GRILL TABLE,WHEEL BASES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,FILTERS AT HOOD,CHICKEN REACH IN COOLER & WALK IN COOLER.
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 CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM ALONG WALL BASES.
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.MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA & DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
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.HOT HOLDING UNITS.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
All employees must wear garments that are clean and of washable character and nature.MUST STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS PROPERLY.
AUG 172010PASSED8 violationsDETAILS
AUG 17
2010
PASSED
8 violationsDETAILS
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 LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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 SEAL RUSTY METAL SHELVING UNIT AND BOTTOM PANEL AND LEGS OF PIZZA PREP TABLE AT PIZZA PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZER, MICROWAVE OVEN, LARGE MIXER, CAN OPENER AND FRONT SERVING AREA SHELVES AND CABINET.
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 CLEAN FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT.
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. MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES NEAR CEILING AT MAIN KITCHEN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. ALSO MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS WHERE NEEDED AND CLEAN FILTERS IN MAIN KITCHEN AND FRONT PREP AREA ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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. MUST REPAIR 2PART SINK FAUCET AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER 3PART SINK IN MAIN KITCHEN.
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 SCOOP AND CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
FEB 222010PASSED9 violationsDETAILS
FEB 22
2010
PASSED
9 violationsDETAILS
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 LABEL DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN MAIN KITCHEN.
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 SEAL RUSTY METAL SHELVING UNIT AND BOTTOM PANEL AND LEGS OF PIZZA PREP TABLE, AT PIZZA PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, EXPOSED SINK IN MAIN KITCHEN AND EXTERIOR OF ALL DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. ALSO ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AT FRONT COOKING AREA.
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 CLEAN FLOORS; UNDER, BEHING EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALL THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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. MUST SEAL OPENINGS ON CEILING AND AROUND PIPES AT MAIN KITCHEN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, AND CLEAN FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT BOTH COOKING AREAS. ALSO MUST CLEAN ALL CEILING ATTACHMENTS THRU-OUT.
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. MUST REPAIR MAIN 3PART SINK FAUCET AT MAIN KITCHEN.
LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED
Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. SOILED AND CLEAN APRONS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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 THERMOMETER FOR FRONT PREP AREA REACH IN COOLER.
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. CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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