SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

EL POLLO CRIS CRIS#3.

BEAT. 18/100

7023-7025 S PULASKI RD · CHICAGO LAWN, CHICAGO

Last inspected March 16, 2026 · passed

Failed 11 of 33 inspections. 32 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
33
16 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 11 failed
VIOLATIONS
236
includes 32 critical
RECORDS COVER
16 YEARS
since Mar 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAR 16
2026
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON FRONT DELI PREP COOLER AND SLIDING TWO DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT LABELED DESIGNATING COMPARTMENTS FOR WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

MAR 3
2026
FAILED
10 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UTILITY CLOSET WHERE MOP SINK IS LOCATED, UTILITY CLOSET WHERE CLEANING PRODUCTS ARE STORED, UNDER SHELVING IN SPACE WHERE SODA IS STORED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RUST AND FOOD RESIDUE ON CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO TABLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN OR REPLACE.

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

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKETS ON FRONT DELI PREP COOLER AND SLIDING TWO DOOR COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT LABELED DESIGNATING COMPARTMENTS FOR WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS AND RESIUDE ON PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA. OBSERVED BUILD UP OF FOOD RESIDUE ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND RESIDUE ON FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AREA AND IN STORAGE CLOSETS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST HARBORAGE.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED LARGE OPEN HOLE IN WALL BEHIND FOUNTAIN IN DIDNG ROOM AREA. OBSERVED OPEN HOLE IN WALL IN STORAGE ROOM WHERE MOP SINK IS LOCATED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO SEAL ALL OPEN HOLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

IBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

NOV 17
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED ICE MACHINE INTERIOR SURFACE SOILED WITH BLACK SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO DISPOSE OF ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED IN-USE UTENSILS STORED IMPROPERLY DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE FOOD CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS BETWEEN USAGE.

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE.

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

OBSERVED BROKEN/MISSING HANDLE TO HOT HOLDING UNIT IN KITCHEN/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.

JUN 25
2025
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLER IN FOOD CONTAINERS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED FOOD GRADE LIDS/COVERINGS WHEN STORING ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED IN-USE UTENSILS STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE FOOD CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS BETWEEN USE.

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

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE COLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS/CONTAINERS.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN PUBLIC WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MAR 27
2025
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-101.19: RUST NOTED ON WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114 OBSERVED BED BEHIND COOLER/BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS ON SHELVES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. ALL SUCH ITEMS ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OF THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES.

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MAR 20
2025
FAILED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

RUST NOTED ON WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BED BEHIND COOLER/BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS ON SHELVES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. ALL SUCH ITEMS ARE UNNECESSARY TO THE OPERATION OF THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MUST BE REMOVED FROM PREMISES.

MINORSanitation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 1/4/24 REPORT 2587608 NOT CORRECTED: 47 4-501.12: **C** Cutting Surfaces CUTTING BOARD AT PREP LINE HEAVILY STAINED AND WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN 49 4-601.11(C): (C) NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, FOOD residue, and other debris. EXTERIOR AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILLS, LEGS AND WHEELS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF FRYERS, STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT, AND ALL COUNTERTOPS NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND GREASE ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN 55 6-201.11: **C** Floors, Walls, and Ceilings- Cleanability WORN FLOOR TILE GROUT LINES THROUGH OUT PREP AREAS AND WAREWASHING AREAS CAUSING EXCESSIVE DEBRIS IN LINES. INSTD TO RE GROUT FLOOR SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE AND TO PREVENT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN GROUT LINES 55 6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND, AROUND LEGS AND WHEELS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE/GRIME. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 56 4-301.14: **C** Ventilation Hood Systems, Adequacy SINGLE BURNER CONNECTED GAS STOVE WITHOUT VENTILATION. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION OR REMOVE STOVE FROM PREMISES. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 PRIORITY FOUNDATION

JAN 4
2024
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED LARGE STORAGE RACK OF COOKED CHICKENS (144.5F) IN REAR STORAGE AREA WITH INDUSTRUAL TYPE FAN WITH ACCUMULATED DUST BLOWING ON CHICKENS. ALSO NOTED JUICE FROM CHICKEN ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR. DISCUSSED WITH PIC IN CHARGE ON PROPER STORAGE/COOLING TECHNIQUES (I.E, USING ICE AS A MEANS TO COOL, UNDER REFRIGERATION, ETC). INSTD TO REMOVE FAN AND PROVIDE PROPER CONTAINERS TO PREVENT CHICKEN JUICE FROM ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR.

MINORFood Temperature
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED LARGE STORAGE RACK OF COOKED CHICKENS IN REAR STORAGE AREA WITH INDUSTRUAL TYPE FAN WITH ACCUMULATED DUST BLOWING ON CHICKENS. ALSO NOTED JUICE FROM CHICKEN ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR. DISCUSSED WITH PIC IN CHARGE ON PROPER STORAGE/COOLING TECHNIQUES TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. INSTD TO REMOVE FAN AND PROVIDE PROPER CONTAINERS TO PREVENT CHICKEN JUICE FROM ACCUMULATING ON FLOOR. PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER NEXT TO PUBLIC TOILET ROOMS UNABLE TO LOCK. INSTD TO PROVIDE LOCK TO PREVENT POSSIBLE PUBLIC CONTAMINATION.

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

CUTTING BOARD AT PREP LINE HEAVILY STAINED AND WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

EXTERIOR AND UNDERNEATH FLAT TOP GRILLS, LEGS AND WHEELS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF FRYERS, STORAGE SHELVES THROUGH OUT, AND ALL COUNTERTOPS NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS AND GREASE ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WORN FLOOR TILE GROUT LINES THROUGH OUT PREP AREAS AND WAREAWASHING AREAS CAUSING EXCESSIVE DEBRIS IN LINES. INSTD TO RE GROUT FLOOR SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE AND TO PREVENT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN GROUT LINES

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND, AROUND LEGS AND WHEELS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, HEAVY ACCUMULATION OF GREASE/GRIME. INSTD TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

SINGLE BURNER CONNECTED GAS STOVE WITHOUT VENTILATION. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER VENTILATION OR REMOVE STOVE FROM PREMISES

FEB 10
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. COVER OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR IN FLOOR NOT TIGHTLY FITTING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

FEB 2
2023
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOOD STORAGE ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO ELEVATE 6 INCHES.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. COVER OF GREASE INTERCEPTOR IN FLOOR NOT TIGHTLY FITTING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MISSING ALLERGEN VERIFICATION ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION AND MAINTAIN ON SITE

SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 6/13/22 REPORT 2559230 NOT CORRECTED. 48- OBSERVED SEVERAL POTS TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE ALL LARGE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS OR REMOVE ALL FROM PREMISES AND PROVIDE SMALLER EQUIPMENT. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090

JUN 22
2022
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CUT PLASTIC JUG USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL INSIDE LARGE POT OF BEANS IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

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

OBSERVED SEVERAL POTS TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE ALL LARGE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND FAUCET OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BANQUET STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE STORAGE CLOSET TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

JUN 13
2022
FAILED
11 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALSanitation
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN COCA COLA BOTTLE IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLOSED LID CONTAINERS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSURE/REMINDER ON DINE-IN MENU, TAKE-OUT MENU, AND MENU BOARD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSURE/REMINDER ON ALL MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA, WALK-IN COOLER, WALK-IN FREEZER AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CUT PLASTIC JUG USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL INSIDE LARGE POT OF BEANS IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

MINOROther
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

OBSERVED SEVERAL POTS TOO LARGE TO SUBMERGE IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE METHOD TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE ALL LARGE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON GRILL TABLES, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLE, FRYER CABINETS, WHEEL BASES, PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS & SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND FAUCET OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESS WATER ON FLOOR, DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS AND WALLS IN WALK-IN COOLER, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BANQUET STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE STORAGE CLOSET TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2546655 ON 1-19-22:10-MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. 53-MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN ALL STALLS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. 57-OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 58-OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

JAN 19
2022
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
19 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

Violation Codes: 2-401.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ON SHELVING UNITS ABOVE PREP AREAS WITHOUT LIDS OR STRAWS.MUST BE STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Violation Codes: 6-301.14 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

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

Violation Codes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON OVERHEAD DISH STORAGE SHELVES.

MINOROther
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITIONS.

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

Violation Codes: 4-102.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED GARBAGE BAGS AND GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE.MUST ELIMINATE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.

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

Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP AND GRILL TABLES,BOTH WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER GRILL TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LOCKS ON ALL STALL DOORS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,STEAM TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS & SHELVING UNITS,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH HAND SINKS AT LAST SINK IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN ALL STALLS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM .

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLERS,CEILING TILE ABOVE SERVICE COUNTER,MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL TILES AND WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS, AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE,FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS, WALK IN COOLERS AND WERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AREAS OF WALK IN FREEZER.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP,DISH WASHING,WALK IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,STORAGE AREAS AND WERE NEEDED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BANQUET HALL,STORAGE AREAS AND WERE NEEDED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.16 Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL BEHIND COOLER IN PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD FOR PROTOCOL OF VACCINATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 6
2022
FAILED
30 violations7 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSEREVD NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALOther
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER PREPARING AND TASTING STEAK ON GRILL HE TOOK SEVERAL HANDFULLS OF STEAK FROM GRILL AND PLACED IN HIS MOUTH WHILE COOKING.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER PROCEDURE AND EATING IN A DESIGNATED AREA.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

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PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

OBSERVED SEVERAL OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ON SHELVING UNITS ABOVE PREP AREAS WITHOUT LIDS OR STRAWS.MUST BE STORED PROPERLY TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE IN REAR PREP AREA.OBSERVED A GARDEN HOSE ATTACHED TO FAUCET AND SITTING INSIDE OF BASIN AND A SPATULA AS WELL IN SAME WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED.MANAGER DISCONNECTED HOSE AND REMOVED ARTICLES FROM SINK DURING INSPECTION.MUST KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR HAND WASHING.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF SEVERAL FOIL PANS STACKED INSIDE OF EACH OTHER WITH 15LBS. OF PRE- COOKED CHICKEN RANGING FROM 51.8F-54.3F AT GRILL TABLE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX. 15LBS. $30.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

SERIOUSChemical Safety
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED

OBSERVED SEVERAL OPEN AND CLOSED BOTTLES OF TOXIC CHEMICAL SUCH AS (PEROXIDE,ALCOHOL,OVEN DEGREASER,BLEACH,OVEN SPRAY)STORED ABOVE PREP TABLES INSIDE OF FOOD CONTAINER WITH OPEN FOOD BELOW ,NEXT TO FOOD ON LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE,THROUGHOUT LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE NEXT TO ALL OPEN FOODS.ARTICLES WERE REMOVED DURING INSPECTION INSTRUCTED TO KEEP CHEMICAL SEPEARTE AND COVER ALL FOOD CONTAINERS.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 12- 15 LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN DOOR GASKETS OF 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA,ON DOOR AND DOOR JAMS OF SWINGING DOOR LEADING TO SAME AREA,ON FLOOR BEHIND LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS AND UNDER ICE MACHINE AND SEVERAL DEAD ROACHES ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT REAR STORAGE AREA.ALSO .APPX. 5-7 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS IN ICE MACHINE/FOOD STORAGE AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/6/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

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WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

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

MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON OVERHEAD DISH STORAGE SHELVES.

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SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITIONS.

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

OBSERVED GARBAGE BAGS AND GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE.MUST ELIMINATE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE.

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

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP AND GRILL TABLES,BOTH WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER GRILL TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LOCKS ON ALL STALL DOORS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,STEAM TABLE,FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS & SHELVING UNITS,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES UNDERNEATH HAND SINKS AT LAST SINK IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN ALL STALLS IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM .

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLERS,CEILING TILE ABOVE SERVICE COUNTER,MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL TILES AND WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST SEAL ALL GAPS AND OPENINGS IN WALLS, AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.MUST GROUT FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN GREASE,FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS, WALK IN COOLERS AND WERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AREAS OF WALK IN FREEZER.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL BEHIND COOLER IN PREP AREA.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP,DISH WASHING,WALK IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,STORAGE AREAS AND WERE NEEDED.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN BANQUET HALL,STORAGE AREAS AND WERE NEEDED.

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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSEREVD NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED NO SIGNAGE POSTED AT ENTRY NOR INSIDE OF BUSINESS FOR VACCINATION PROTOCOL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

This Order requires that all individuals and businesses in the City of Chicago shall observe the following: (a) Any individual, regardless of vaccination status, who is age two or older and able to medically tolerate a mask (a paper, fabric or cloth filter that securely covers the nose and the mouth) shall be required to wear a mask when indoors an any public place, which for purposes of this Order includes any common or share space in: (i) a residential multi-unit building or (ii) any non-residential building, unless otherwise provided for in the Phase 5 Guidance issued by the Office of the Mayor. OBSERVED A FEMALE EMPLOYEE WALK IN AROUND WITHOUT A FACE COVERING AND MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH MASK UNDERNEATH HIS CHIN SEVERAL TIMES DURING INSPECTION.MUST WEAR FACE COVERING THE NOSE AND MOUTH AT ALL TIMES.(7-28-060)(CITATION ISSUED)

MINOROther
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD FOR PROTOCOL OF VACCINATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MAY 5
2021
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MILK CRATES MAY NOT BE USED TO ELEVATE STORAGE. ALL STORAGE MUST BE ABLE TO CLEAN UNDER AT ALL TIMES. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

LEAK IN WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPAIRED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

ALL WASTE RECEPTACLES IN TOILET STALLS MUST BE COVERED AT ALL TIMES. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND STANDING WATER. FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE CLEANED AND STANDING WATER REMOVED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

JUN 6
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED OR REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING STORED INSIDE LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINERS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED/DATED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS THAT WERE PREPARED, REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND WILL BE STORED INSIDE COOLER FOR 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

FOUND NO METAL STEMMED THERMOMETERS FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURE TAKING OF TCS FOODS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE.

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

PREP TABLE IN THE DINING AREA WITH FOIL ON THE BOTTOM SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND REACH IN COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AS WELL AS THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND WALK/REACH IN COOLERS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

MINORFood Temperature
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, ALONG THE WALLBASE, UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. -WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINK WITH FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET (AND PROVIDE PROOF) THE IDPH'S FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS. MAINTAIN SAME.

JUN 4
2019
FAILED
11 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

CORRECTED. PROCEDURE AND KIT ON PREMISES.

SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED OR REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING STORED INSIDE LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINERS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED/DATED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS THAT WERE PREPARED, REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND WILL BE STORED INSIDE COOLER FOR 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

FOUND NO METAL STEMMED THERMOMETERS FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURE TAKING OF TCS FOODS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE.

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

PREP TABLE IN THE DINING AREA WITH FOIL ON THE BOTTOM SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND REACH IN COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AS WELL AS THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND WALK/REACH IN COOLERS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE

FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT AND HANDWASHING SINK ON THE BANQUET SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PER CITY CODE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-30(C) *NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, ALONG THE WALLBASE, UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. -WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINK WITH FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET (AND PROVIDE PROOF) THE IDPH'S FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS. MAINTAIN SAME.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

SEE VIOLATION #60.

MINOROther
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2200840 DATED 08/13/2018 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: -58. NO ALLERGEN TRAINING PROVIDED AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN SAME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

APR 23
2019
FAILED
15 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A POLICY WHERE ALL MANAGERS, FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES ACKNOWLEDGES THEIR RESPONSIBILITIES IN REPORTING ANY ILLNESSES THAT ARE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED`

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

FOUND NO PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT A PROCEDURE AND PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY SUPPLIES NEEDED TO HANDLE THESE EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

SEE VIOLATION #60.

SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED OR REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING STORED INSIDE LARGE PLASTIC CONTAINERS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED/DATED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS THAT WERE PREPARED, REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND WILL BE STORED INSIDE COOLER FOR 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

FOUND NO METAL STEMMED THERMOMETERS FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURE TAKING OF TCS FOODS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

SEE VIOLATION #60.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE.

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

SEE VIOLATION #60.

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

PREP TABLE IN THE DINING AREA WITH FOIL ON THE BOTTOM SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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

SEE VIOLATION #60.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND REACH IN COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AS WELL AS THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND WALK/REACH IN COOLERS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.

MINORFood Temperature
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, ALONG THE WALLBASE, UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. -WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINK WITH FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST MEET (AND PROVIDE PROOF) THE IDPH'S FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS. MAINTAIN SAME.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

SEE VIOLATION #60.

SERIOUSOther
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2200840 DATED 08/13/2018 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: -10. 5-204.11 NO HANDSINK IN WAREWASHING AREA OR IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN SAME AREAS PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030C -36. 4-204.112 (B-C):(B) MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. -47. 4-501.12 CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. -48. 4-603.15(C) LARGE PLASTIC 30 GALLON GARBAGE CONTAINERS BEING USED TO STORE TCS FOODS. INSTD TO REMOVE GARBAGE CONTAINERS AND USE PROPER EQUIPMENT. -58. NO ALLERGEN TRAINING PROVIDED AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN SAME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

AUG 13
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012A

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HANDSINK IN WAREWASHING AREA OR IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN SAME AREAS PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030C

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HANDSINKS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL HANDSINKS.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH REMINDER OR DISCLOSURE AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

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

CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

LARGE PLASTIC 30 GALLON GARBAGE CONTAINERS BEING USED TO STORE TCS FOODS. INSTD TO REMOVE GARBAGE CONTAINERS AND USE PROPER EQUIPMENT.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO ALLERGEN TRAINING PROVIDED AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN SAME

AUG 3
2018
FAILED
16 violations7 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012A

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO SOAP AT HANDSINK IN MAIN PREP AREA OR AT HANDSINK IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030C. CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-204.11- A handwashing sink be located in all food prep and warewashing areas. NO HANDSINK IN WAREWASHING AREA OR IN BAR AREA. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN SAME AREAS PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030C

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HANDSINK IN MAIN PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030C.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HANDSINKS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL HANDSINKS.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE

IMPROPER COOLING OF COOKED CHICKENS. COOKED CHICKENS DEEPLY STACK IN LARGE CONTAINERS AT ROOM TEMPERATURE ON SHELVES IN REAR, INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 84F-86F. PER MANAGER CHICKENS WERE COOKED OVER 4 HOURS AGO. ALL CHICKEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. DISCUSSED PROPER COOLING TECHNIQUES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED LARGE, DEEP POT OF COOKED REFRIED BEANS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 58.1F IN WALK IN COOLER. BEANS DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. VIOLATION 7-38-005.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NO CONSUMER ADVISORY WITH REMINDER OR DISCLOSURE AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

IMPROPER COOLING METHODS BEING USED TO COOL CHICKEN AND BEANS, USING LARGE DEEP CONTAINERS AND AT ROOM TEMPERATURE TO COOL FOOD. INSTD TO USE PROPER COOLING EUQIPMENT AND TECHNIQUES. 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OVER 20 LIVE FLIES NOTED ON PREMISES IN REAR STORAGE AREA INSTD TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR UPDATED SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020A CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY.

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

CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

LARGE PLASTIC 30 GALLON GARBAGE CONTAINERS BEING USED TO STORE TCS FOODS. INSTD TO REMOVE GARBAGE CONTAINERS AND USE PROPER EQUIPMENT.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO ALLERGEN TRAINING PROVIDED AS REQUIRED. INSTD TO OBTAIN SAME.

OCT 4
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE TABLE IN REAR PREP/DISH ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO DEFROST THE FRONT HAND DIPPED ICECREAM FREEZER, EXCESSIVE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR PREP/DISH ROOM LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED THE THIRD COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT LOWER PIPE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

SEP 29
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN IN WALK-IN COOLER COOKED 9/27/2017, AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 57.4*F, 49.8*F, INSTRUCTED TO DENATURE AND DISPOSE OF 30LBS. OF CHICKEN VALUE AT $30.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE TABLE IN REAR PREP/DISH ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.ALSO DEFROST THE FRONT HAND DIPPED ICECREAM FREEZER EXCESSIVE ICE, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR PREP/DISH ROOM LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED THE THIRD COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT LOWER PIPE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

MAR 4
2016
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED BREADED STEAK STORED IN GROCERY BAG, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER/OR BAGGIES/ZIP LOCK. ALSO REMOVE FOIL IN FRONT WAIT STATION COOLER. OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN REAR WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NW CUTTING BOARDS ARE NEEDED THROUGH OUT PREP AREAS. WORN, DISCOLORED WITH DEEP CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

OBSERVED THE #10 CAN OPENER NO CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, TABLE STORAGE SHELF UNDER CHAR GRILL, AND CLEAN FRONT 3 DOOR COOLER.

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

THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: INTERIOR OF BOTH WALK IN COOLERS, GRILL, STEAM TABLES, CUTTING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR COOLER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN

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

FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING, REGROUTING AND REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER. WALLS THROUGH OUT MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. DOOR JAM AT ENTERENCE TO PREP AREA MUST BE FINISHED WHERE MISSING WOOD. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

LIGHT SHEILD MISSING IN SUPPLY STORAGE AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

MISSING STOPPER FOR SINK. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN ALL 3 STOPPERS AT ALL TIMES.

DEC 14
2015
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED BREADED STEAK STORED IN GROCERY BAG, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER/OR BAGGIES/ZIP LOCK. ALSO REMOVE FOIL IN FRONT WAIT STATION COOLER. OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN REAR WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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

OBSERVED THE #10 CAN OPENER NO CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, TABLE STORAGE SHELF UNDER CHAR GRILL, AND CLEAN FRONT 3 DOOR COOLER.

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

OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE REAR COOLER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR PREP AREA LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED STOCK IE. RICE NOT ELEVATED 6" OF REAR STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL STORCK 6" OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL.

JAN 12
2015
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS, AND REAR PREP AREA SLICERS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO NEED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER, AND BOTH MICROWAVES, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO DRY MOP, AND REMOVE STANDING WATER.

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

OBSERVED THE CEILING IN THE LADIES RESTROOM WITH WET TOILET PAPER BALLED UP STUCK ON THE CEILING, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.

AUG 5
2014
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

THE HOODS,FILTERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT NEED TO BE CLEANED HAS SOME GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

THE FLOORS UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAS AND IN FURNACE ROOMS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN HAS GREASE BUILDUP. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS BEHIND THE PREP TABLES HAS SPLASHED ON FOOD DEBRIS ON THEM, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN ALL THE STORE ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.

MAY 2
2013
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN IN PREP AREAS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.

APR 25
2013
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, OBSERVED UNCOVERED CONTAINERS OF READY TO EAT VEGETABLES (TOMATOES, CILANTRO, ETC) DIRECTLY UNDER CONTAINERS OF RAW BEEF. ALSO UNCOVERED OVERFLOWING CONTAINER OF COOKED CHICKENS DIRECTLY STORED NEXT TO CONTAINER OF RAW BEEF. MGR VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED READY TO EAT PRODUCTS. INSTD TO PROPERLY PROTECT FOOD AT ALL TIMES (COVERED AND STORE READY TO EAT PRODUCTS AWAY FROM RAW PRODUCT). CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A SERIOUS. APPROX 50LBS $200 VALUE.

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

OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH EXPOSED GARBAGE, LIDS OPEN, UNABLE TO CLOSE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN AREA AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING LIDS ON DUMPSTERS AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED OR DATED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY.

MINORSanitation
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) OR HAVE INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

SPLASHGUARD MISSING INBETWEEN HANDSINK AND STORAGE SHELF. PROVIDE SAME OR RELOCATE SHELF.

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

CAN OPENER, EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, STORAGE SHELVES, AND MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.

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

LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN IN PREP AREAS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.

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

LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.

JAN 31
2012
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
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.NEED TO SEAL ALLRAW WOOD FRONT COUNTER.

JAN 24
2012
FAILED
6 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

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.SIDE DOUBLE DOOR NOT RODENT PROFFED. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING NO LIGHT UNDER DOOR 1'' GAP UNDER THE DOOR.

MINORSanitation
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. OBSERVED GRILL UTENSILSIMPROPERLY STORED,BEHIND THE 3 COMP SINK AND THE WALL INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE CONTAINER.

MINORSanitation
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.SEAL ALL RAW WOOD FRONT COUNTER.

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.NEED TO CLEAN COOKING STOVES, FLAT GRILL INSIDE FRYER DOORS.

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.REMOVE STANDING WATER IN REAR PREP AREA AND REAR DELIVERY AREA.

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.NEED TO REPLAIR AND RESEAL ORANGE WALL ACROSS FROM THE HAND SINK SIDE PREP.

OCT 28
2011
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF REPLACING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

FLOORS IN REAR PREP IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

ICE UTENSILS MUST BE KEPT IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

OCT 21
2011
FAILED
6 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

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. BACK DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. 1/4 NCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOOR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED OUTER OPENINGS NOT RODENT PROOFED.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF REPLACING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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. FLOORS IN REAR PREP IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINOROther
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. ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
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 UTENSILS MUST BE KEPT IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

FEB 1
2011
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
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 REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. RAW WOOD SHELVES IN NEED OF SEALING. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING OR REPLACING. COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD-UP. DRINK NOZZLES IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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. FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS. CLEAN IN PRIVATE BANQUET AREA. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
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. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. LIGHT SHEILDS IN NEED OF REPLACING AND REPAIRING. MUST CLEAN SHIELDS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
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: 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. AIR VENT ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. LEAK UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR.

MINORSanitation
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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLUTTER IN REAR CLOSET AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING AND ORGANIZING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 12
2010
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.THE LARGE CONTAINERS HOLDING THE RICE,BEANS, HOT PEPPERS NOT LABELED.INSTRUCTED TO LABEL THEM.

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.DEFROST AND CLEAN BOTH REACH IN FREEZERS THEY HAVE ICE BUILDUP ON THE WALLS.CLEAN THE HOODS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS GREASE BUILDUP ON THEM.

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.THE FLOOR IN THE FURNICE ROOM AND THE REAR STORE ROOM NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS.

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