SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

GATOR'S RESTAURANT.

BEAT. 18/100

3036 W ROOSEVELT RD · NEAR WEST SIDE, CHICAGO

Last inspected January 27, 2011 · failed

Failed 4 of 5 inspections. 7 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
5
1 passed · 4 failed
VIOLATIONS
37
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
11 MONTHS
since Feb 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JAN 27
2011
FAILED
12 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM JAN. 19, 2011 WERE NOT CORRECTED. #24,29 AS DESCRIBED IN REPORT BELOW. A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.

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. VIOLATION OBSERVED TODAY. OBSERVED THIRTY MOUSE DROPPINGS IN REAR AREA WHERE SOME CLUTTER WAS REMOVED. MUST CLEAN AREA AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY COME OUT TO SERVICE.

SERIOUSOther
* 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 CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AS REQUIRED.

SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. ONE OF TWO FAUCET NECKS MISSING AT THREE COMP SINK; MUST REPAIR/PROVIDE. UNABLE TO FILL UP ONE COMPARTMENT (WASH) WITH MISSING FAUCET. SINK MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION AND OPERABLE AT ALL TIMES. UPGRADED TO A CRITICAL----SEE #14 ABOVE.

SERIOUSOther
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS REMAINING FROM FEB. 2010 WHICH WERE TO BE CORRECTED BY MAY 01, 2010 WERE NOT CORRECTED. #34,35,36 UPGRADED TO A CRITICAL---SEE #14 ABOVE

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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN POTATO DICER ON REAR WALL OF KITCHEN.

MINORFood Temperature
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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOODED AREA AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING BOX, SURFACE AREAS UNDER GRILL, BOTTOMS OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, CUTTING BOARDS, ETC.

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

CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE SINKS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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. REPAIR THE DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE THE MOP SINK. CORRECT BY JAN. 26, 2011. CORRECT THE FOLLOWING BY APRIL 19, 2011: MUST REPAINT ALL AREAS IN KITCHEN WITH CHIPPED PAINT, REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING WHERE OBSERVED IN FRONT AREA AND KITCHEN, SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AROUND PIPES AND ANY OTHER HOLES OBSERVED.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

CLEAN OFF DRIPPING RESIDUE FROM THE KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR.

CRITICALPest Activity
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. MUST ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO AVOID CLUTTER AND POTENTIAL RODENT HARBORAGE.

JAN 19
2011
FAILED
11 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
* 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 CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION AND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AS REQUIRED.

SERIOUSPlumbing & Waste
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. ONE OF TWO FAUCET NECKS MISSING AT THREE COMP SINK; MUST REPAIR/PROVIDE. UNABLE TO FILL UP ONE COMPARTMENT (WASH) WITH MISSING FAUCET. SINK MUST BE IN GOOD CONDITION AND OPERABLE AT ALL TIMES.

SERIOUSOther
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS REMAINING FROM FEB. 2010 WHICH WERE TO BE CORRECTED BY MAY 01, 2010 WERE NOT CORRECTED. #34,35,36

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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN POTATO DICER ON REAR WALL OF KITCHEN.

MINORFood Temperature
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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOODED AREA AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING BOX, SURFACE AREAS UNDER GRILL, BOTTOMS OF FRYERS, PREP TABLES, CUTTING BOARDS, ETC.

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

CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE SINKS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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. REPAIR THE DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE THE MOP SINK. CORRECT BY JAN. 26, 2011. CORRECT THE FOLLOWING BY APRIL 19, 2011: MUST REPAINT ALL AREAS IN KITCHEN WITH CHIPPED PAINT, REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING WHERE OBSERVED IN FRONT AREA AND KITCHEN, SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AROUND PIPES AND ANY OTHER HOLES OBSERVED.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

CLEAN OFF DRIPPING RESIDUE FROM THE KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

PROVIDE A SELF-CLOSING DEVICE FOR WASHROOM DOOR.

CRITICALPest Activity
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. MUST ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO AVOID CLUTTER AND POTENTIAL RODENT HARBORAGE.

MINORFood Temperature
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS

Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas. OBSERVED TWO CIGARETTE BUTTS IN TOILET IN WASHROOM AND CIGARETTE ASHES ON HOT HOLDING FOOD BOX IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED THAT SMOKING MUST BE DONE OUTSIDE OF THE ESTABLISHMENT FIFTEEN FEET FROM THE ENTRANCE OR EXIT DOOR. ALSO INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES WHO SMOKE MUST WASH HANDS PRIOR TO RETURNING TO DUTIES IN KITCHEN.

FEB 16
2010
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Clean the floors under and behind the sinks and cooking equipment.

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

Repair the damaged ceiling above the mop sink.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Clean off dripping residue from the kitchen light shields.

FEB 10
2010
FAILED
5 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

Invoice on premises dated 10/05/09 has no license # and no license for Ben The Exterminator was found in the active pest control business listing, Ms. Guichard notified and State of Illinois was contacted regarding a possible unlicensed pest control operator. A re inspection date of Feb 16, 2010 was ordered by Ms. Guichard for compliance. An up to date logbook from a licensed pest control operator must be available for review at that time or the business license may be suspended .

SERIOUSOther
* 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 certified manager on premises during food preparation.

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

Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Clean the floors under and behind the sinks and cooking equipment.

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

Repair the damaged ceiling above the mop sink.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Clean off dripping residue from the kitchen light shields.

FEB 1
2010
FAILED
6 violations2 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. No proof of pest control available during inspection.

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

The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. Garbage overflowing from dumpster in the rear of said store.

SERIOUSOther
* 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 certified manager during food preparation and service.

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. Clean the floors under and behind the sinks and cooking equipment.

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. Repair the damaged ceiling above the mop sink.

MINORSanitation
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. Clean off dripping residue from the kitchen light shields.

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