JAN 22
2026
PASSED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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BEAT. 37/100
1434 W CHICAGO AVE · GOOSE ISLAND, CHICAGO
Last inspected January 22, 2026 · passed
Failed 6 of 24 inspections. 15 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
24
12 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 6 failed
VIOLATIONS
106
includes 15 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Aug 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED HAND WASH SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE IN FRONT KITCHEN/PREP AREA DUE TO SANITIZING BUCKET WITH SANITIZER SOLUTION AND WIPING CLOTH(S) STORED IN HAND WASH SINK. INSTRUCTED THAT HAND WASH SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND USE FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR CHROME/STAINLESS STEEL SURFACE IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN FOOD CONTAINERS UNCOVERED IN THE REAR KITCHEN/PREP AREA AND COOLING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED FOOD GRADE LIDS AND/OR COVERS.
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED SCOOPS FOR DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS BEING STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL UTENSILS BETWEEN USE.
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
OBSERVED PLATES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED RUSTED/PAINT CHIPPED STORAGE RACKS ABOVE THE PREP TABLE IN THE FRONT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON EXHAUST VENTS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
APR 102025PASS W/ CONDITIONS2 violationsDETAILS
APR 10
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violationsDETAILS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE 1-DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED COOKED RICE AT 50F, CHORIZO AT 47F AND SALSA AT 48F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
REPLACE THE TORN DORN GAKET INSIDE OF THE RIGHT DOOR OF THE 3-DOOR TRUE PREP COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA.
FEB 62024PASSED1 violationDETAILS
FEB 6
2024
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
JAN 302024FAILED3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 30
2024
FAILED
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE TCS FOODS (BEANS AT 148F) WERE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE PROVIDED ON THE MENUS FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST ADD THE FOLLOWING SENTENCE BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT: "THESE ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
NOV 82023PASSED3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 8
2023
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS LCOATED IN BAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST ON WALLS OF DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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OCT 312023FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 31
2023
FAILED
6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE TCS ITEMS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINKS LCOATED IN BAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE CUTTING SURFACES.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED FINAL RINSE GAUGE ON HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN REAR DISH AREA DOES NOT WORK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN PROPERLY FUNCTIONING GAUGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST ON WALLS OF DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
FEB 42022PASSED1 violationDETAILS
FEB 4
2022
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP GROOVES. MUST RESURFACE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
JAN 282022FAILED4 violationsDETAILS
JAN 28
2022
FAILED
4 violationsDETAILS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TCS FOODS (PORK, CHICKEN, TURKEY, EGGS) HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE PREP COOLER RANGING FROM 43.3F-49.8F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 6POUNDS OF FOOD AT A COST OF $20. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU WITH DISCLOSURE FOR UNDERCOOKED/RAW FOOD ITEMS SUCH AS HUEVOS RANCHEROS AND OTHER EGGS COOKED ANY STYLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSURE ON MENU ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP GROOVES. MUST RESURFACE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN CETIFICATE. INSTRUCTED CERTIFIED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.
JUL 22019PASS W/ CONDITIONS10 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 2
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT THERE MUST BE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN UP KIT FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
OBSERVED COOK USING HIS BARE HANDS TO PREPARE AND WRAP ENCHILADA'S IN THE FRONT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED THAT THERE IS NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE (EGGS, 70 DEGREE F). INSTRUCTED THAT COLD HOLDING IS 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW. COOK VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED FOOD ITEM. APPROX 2 LBS FOOD AND $50 FOOD VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED 1/4 IN GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR DOUBLE DOORS. INSTRUCTED THAT DOOR SHOULD BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS AND DUST ON THE FLOORS IN THE FRONT KITCHEN AREA, UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA UNDER THE PREP TABLES AND BEHIND COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
MAR 282017PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAR 28
2017
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED CEILING VENT COVERS DUSTY IN THE WAITRESS STATION AND IN THE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN THE WALLS IN THE DISHWASHING AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
NOTED CLUTTER IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST ORGANIZE TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
FEB 162016PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violationsDETAILS
FEB 16
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violationsDETAILS
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS
FOUND THE PREVIOUS NON-COMPLIANCE INSPECTION REPORT DATED SUMMARY DATED FEBRUARY 5, 2016 NOT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE THE MOST RECENT INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY POSTED IN PLAIN VIEWING OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B)
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. FOUND THE SPLASH GUARD ON THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NOT HIGH ENOUGH TO PROTECT THE UNCOVERED FOOD STORED ON THE SIDE OF IT. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REMOVE/COVER FOOD OR INSTALL A LONGER SPLASH GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM ALL OF THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE COOLERS AND IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOUND THE BAR GUN HOLDER IN THE BAR AREA, THE CAN OPENER, BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINER AND THE LOWER STORAGE SHELVES IN THE REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
FOUND THE WALLS, THE CEILING FAN AND THE SCREENS IN THE CEILING IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
FOUND THE LIGHTS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT SHIELDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHIELDS OR PROOF OF SHATTER PROOF BULBS.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
FOUND WASH CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM), WHEN NOT IN USE.
FEB 52016FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 5
2016
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED, A 1/4" GAP NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR RODENT/INSECT PROOFED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. FOUND THE SPLASH GUARD ON THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK NOT HIGH ENOUGH TO PROTECT THE UNCOVERED FOOD STORED ON THE SIDE OF IT. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER REMOVE/COVER FOOD OR INSTALL A LONGER SPLASH GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM ALL OF THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE COOLERS AND IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FOUND THE BAR GUN HOLDER IN THE BAR AREA, THE CAN OPENER, BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINER AND THE LOWER STORAGE SHELVES IN THE REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
FOUND THE WALLS, THE CEILING FAN AND THE SCREENS IN THE CEILING IN THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
FOUND THE LIGHTS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITHOUT SHIELDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SHIELDS OR PROOF OF SHATTER PROOF BULBS.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
FOUND WASH CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM), WHEN NOT IN USE.
OCT 82015PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OCT 8
2015
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE DOORS OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.
OCT 22015FAILED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 2
2015
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
FOOD NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED DISCOLORATION AND A SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS, DINING ROOM, CLOSETS AND WASHROOMS. APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THESE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE DOORS OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE.
FEB 42015PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violationsDETAILS
FEB 4
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTY SHELVING THROUGHOUT REAR CLEAN DISH STORAGE. MUST REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE LADIES WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
VENTILATION IN BOTH MENS AND LADIES WASHROOMS NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL FRONT PREP AND SERVER STATION COOLERS.
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
OBSERVED TWO DIRTY, USED ASHTRAYS ON SHELVING UNDER FRONT DINING COUNTER. MANAGEMENT REMOVED. CITATION ISSUED 7-32-020(C). FIRST VIOLATION.
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
NO POSTING OF SIGNS AT ENTRANCE OF ESTABLISHMENT. NO "NO SMOKING" SIGNS POSTED. INSTRUCTED TO POST. CITATION ISSUED 7-32-020(A). FIRST VIOLATION.
DEC 112014PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
DEC 11
2014
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SEAL LOOSE GASKETS ON 3-DOOR COOLER NEAR DISH MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND BEVERAGE MACHINES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN BASEMENT(DEAD INSECTS).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARD ALONG WEST WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEAR EXIT DOOR. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WASHROOMS.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS IN REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP COOLERS.
MAR 192014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAR 19
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CLEAN CEILING VENT IN REAR PREP AREA.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTERPROOF BULBS IN REAR PREP AREA.
JUN 132013PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JUN 13
2013
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Can opener attached to prep table, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters and soda nozzles not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Coving missing behind front prep area. Instructed to replace missing rubber coving. Exposed raw brick on rear wall. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
JUN 42013FAILED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 4
2013
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
Outside garbage dumpster not maintained or rodent proofed and grease receptacle not provided for grease. Garbage dumpster lids will not closed or tight fitting from overflowing garbage. Five gallon containers at rear outisde with waste grease and stained cardboard boxes. Instructed to have dumpster lids tight fitting and provide grease box for proper disposal of waste grease to prevent rodent and insect nuisance. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Can opener attached to prep table, cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters and soda nozzles not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Coving missing behind front prep area. Instructed to replace missing rubber coving. Exposed raw brick on rear wall. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
JUL 252012PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JUL 25
2012
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
JUL 202012PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violationsDETAILS
JUL 20
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Violation #32 still pending.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Violation #34 still pending.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Violation #35 still pending.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Violation #38 still pending.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Violation #42 still pending.
JUL 192012PASS W/ CONDITIONS8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 19
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE FOOD PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER IS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS EGGS, SALAD DRESSINGS, GRILLED CHICKEN AND CHEESE. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE BELOW 40F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED COOKED PORK AT 50F, SHRIMP AT 62F, COOKED CHICKEN AT 50 F, CHEESE AT 50 F, ETC.. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 15# AND TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$200.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Consumer advisory must be posted for public view.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily including basement areas and elevate threshold at front door.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling west section over the rear kitchen prep area must be smooth,easily cleanable surface and replace water stained ceiling tiles were noted.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Repair water leaking at pipes beneath the 3 comp sink bar area that are dripping onto basement floor and ventilation covers,ceiling fans are dusty requires a detail cleaning.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Employee in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed to provide proper hair restraints to all food handlers and employees in prep areas.
JAN 272011PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
JAN 27
2011
PASSED
3 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. MUST RESEAL/RESURFACE RUSTY CHIPPING PANEL IN REACH IN COOLER REAR KITCHEN 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 FLOOR IN SERVICE AREA STATION, UNDER AND BEHIND 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. MUST CLEAN CEILING SCREEN ABOVE KITCHEN AREA
AUG 192010PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
AUG 19
2010
PASSED
4 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.ALL FOODS STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE LABELED,DATED.
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.ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS,DISHWARE MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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.FOUND RUSTY SHELVING IN REAR FOOD PREP/DISHROOM AREAS,FOUND NO REMOVABLE KNIFE RACKS FOR PROPER KNIFE STORAGE.
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.FOUND BROKEN FLOOR TILES BENEATH HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS AT FRONT.
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