JUL 22
2024
PASS 1 violation
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Chicago Health Dept
131 N CLINTON ST BLDG BOOTH26 · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO
Last inspected 2024.
17 inspections on record since 2012 · Last inspected Jul 2024.
Last inspected Jul 2024. Records may not reflect current conditions.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
17
VIOLATIONS
36
total on record
LAST INSPECTED
JUL 2024
INSPECTION HISTORY
NOV 13
2023
PASS 1 violation
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
NOV 6
2023
FAIL 3 violations
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPERS MISSING/NOT WORKING AT LEFT SIDE AND MIDDLE COMPARTMENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED NO QUAT CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
NOV 10
2022
PASS · 0 violations
DEC 7
2021
PASS 1 violation
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
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NOV 29
2021
FAIL 4 violations 2 CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED HOT WATER HANDLE STRIPPED ON HAND WASHING SINK. NO WATER AVAILABLE WHEN HOT WATER HANDLE TURNED TO ON POSITION. INSTRUCTED MUST MAINTAIN HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. MUST HAVE HOT/COLD WATER AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR REPAIRED HOT WATER HANDLE DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER STATEMENT INCLUDING ASTERISKING ON MENU ITEMS OFFERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED (FRIED EGGS ). MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. HOT WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT SIDE OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DOES NOT TURN (NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE); COLD WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT FAUCET STRIPPED. ONCE COLD WATER TURNED ON, UNABLE TO TURN WATER OFF. INSTRUCTED MUST REPAIR. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCETS MUST BE PROPERLY FUNCTIONING AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNATION VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
JAN 17
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 2 violations
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER STATEMENT INCLUDING ASTERISKING ON MENU ITEMS OFFERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED (FRIED EGGS ). MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS AND DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SURFACES THAT CAN BE PROPERLY CLEANED AND SANITIZED.
APR 10
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 5 violations 2 CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
NO CLEAN UP KIT OR PROCEDURES ONSITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOE EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
MUST PROVIDE A METAL STEM THERMOMETER ONSITE TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY OF HOT OR COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH COMMON FOOD NAMES; FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC., WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST DETAIL CLEAN GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
MAR 21
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 5 violations 1 CRITICAL
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
Observed blocked exposed hand sink. At time of inspection exposed hand sink basin, near prep area was blocked by large cutting board and potato fry press. Informed manager that exposed hand sinks must be accessible at all times to ensure proper hand-washing, at all times. Manager corrected violations during inspection. Critical violation # 7-38-030
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK
Observed no chemical test kit on site during inspection. Instructed manager to provide chemical test to determine proper concentration level of chemical sanitizing solution. Manager corrected violation at end of inspection. Serious violation #7-38-030
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Observed pre portioned condiments, ketchup, etc. for sale to public, at front counter display with no labels or dates. Instructed manager that once food is removed from bulk container and pre portioned, labels and dates must be provided. Maintain at all times.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed hood filters above flat top grill with excessive grease build-up. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed interior surface of floor drain on bar side of operation, covered with black mold like substance. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
JUL 19
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 3 violations
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
Observed potentially hazardous foods improperly stored inside prep cooler. Found raw eggs stored above potatoes, onions, cheeses, etc. Must store all raw potentially hazardous foods (raw eggs) below uncooked, non-potentially hazardous and/or ready to eat foods to prevent cross contamination. Operator rearranged contents of cooler during inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed dishes soaking over night in 3 compartment sink on bar side. Observed food debris in strainer of 3 compartment sink on cooking side. Must leave all surfaces clean and dry over night to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain same.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
Facility unable to provide proof of food handler training for employees. Must provide proof of food handler training for all food handling employees within 30 days of hire. Must maintain records.
DEC 14
2016
PASS · 0 violations
APR 13
2016
PASS 1 violation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
THE RIGHT FAUCET ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING. REPAIR THE FAUCET LEAK. A CART STORING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND INGREDIENTS IS BEING STORED IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HANDSINK. MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SINK OR, STORE THE CART AT LEAST 12 INCHES AWAY FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE SINK.
MAR 13
2015
PASS 3 violations
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND ONE COMPARTMENT SINK.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
REPLACE THE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
DEC 16
2014
PASS 1 violation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MOLDY WALL CAULKING AT THE FOUR COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.
APR 17
2014
PASS 2 violations
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYERS AND HOOD ABOVE PREP LINE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREA. REMOVE WATER UNDER STORAGE CAGE IN WALK IN COOLER AND ON FLOORS AROUND MOP SINK.
NOV 4
2013
PASS 1 violation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT TO REMOVE STANDING WATER. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER AND INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS TO REMOVE GREASE NOTED.
JAN 6
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS 3 violations 1 CRITICAL
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. A plastic water line is connected to the sink spigot and runs 2 feet up to the top of an abrasion potato peeler with no backflow prevention device. The water line was disconnected at this time and the peeler is tagged held for inspection until connected to City plumbing and drains according to the Municipal Code of Chicago.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. No valid proof of a certified manager is present at this time, have enough certified managers working to cover your hours of operation.
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. The hood interior has some dusty greasy buildup inside, clean out the filters. The two door reach in cooler is dirty, clean the bottom of the cooler interior.
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