AUG 27
2025
PASSED
9 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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GIORDANO'S PIZZA.
YOUR CALL. 58/100
5311 S BLACKSTONE AVE · HYDE PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected August 27, 2025 · passed
19 of 27 inspections passed, 4 failed, 4 passed with conditions. 13 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
27
19 passed · 4 w/ conditions · 4 failed
VIOLATIONS
103
includes 13 critical
RECORDS COVER
14 YEARS
since Nov 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED PIZZA BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL PIZZA BOXES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON REACH-IN FREEZER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED WORN AND DEEP GROOVED CUTTING BOARD IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FAN COVERS AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR AND INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS IN PREP, WAIT STATION AND STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 112025PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAR 11
2025
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED PIZZA BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL PIZZA BOXES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PROTECT FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE LIGHT SHEILDS, AIR VENTS AND CEILING TILE ON THE SECOND FLOOR IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOORS TO REMOVE LITTER.
AUG 262024PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
AUG 26
2024
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED PIZZA BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL PIZZA BOXES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PROTECYT FROM CONTAMINATION.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS AND CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
AUG 132024FAILED5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 13
2024
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED THREE HAND WASHING SINKS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. FRONT HAND WASHING SINK IN PIZZA PREP AREA, MISSING DRAINPIPE AND COVERED WITH LINENS, HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA BACKING UP AND COVERED WITH PIZZA BOX, HAND WASHING SINK IN BEVERAGE AREA COVERED WITH ICE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AND MAKE ACCESSIBLE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED CHICKEN SAUSAGE 64.8F AND RAW SAUSAGE 69.6F STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED OVER 60 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND DOOR IN SECOND FLOOR WATER HEATER STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED PIZZA BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL PIZZA BOXES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PROTECYT FROM CONTAMINATION.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING VENTS AND CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FEB 212024PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violationsDETAILS
FEB 21
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED A FEW CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR AS NEEDED.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE 2-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER ON THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS UNDER SHELVES ON SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 ALLERGEN TRAINING STILL NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2570276 DATE 1/26/23. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT OR MORE CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090.
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JAN 302023PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JAN 30
2023
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE REAR BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYERS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE GREASE.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEAK AT PTRAP AT HAND SINK AT FRONT PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
LADIES TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF COVERED GARBAGE CANS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT AND TILE IN THE REAR PREP AREA BY THE WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE STAIRWELL BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR; SEAL HOLE. OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL BY THE EXIT DOOR ON THE SECOND FLOOR; SEAL HOLE.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
JAN 262023PASS W/ CONDITIONS11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 26
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
NO ONE ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS. SAUSAGE, CHEESE ETC... INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON SITE TO HAVE CERTIFICATE POSTED AND PERSON ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.CERTIFICATE MUST ALSO BE THE ORIGINAL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED MANAGER WITH CERTIFICATE ARRIVED AND CERTIFICATE IS A COPY NO ORIGINAL AVAILABLE.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
2 OUT 3 HANDWASHING SINKS HAD NO PAPER TOWELS TO PROPERLY DRY HANDS AFTER HAND WASHING. MANAGER PROVIDED TOWELS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAND TOWELS AT ALL INKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED CHEMICAL SANITIZING DISH MACHINE NOT SANITIZING. FOUND 0 PPM AT RINSE. RAN SEVERAL CYCLES AT THIS TIME. MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME AND MANAGER HAS BEEN INSTRUCTED TO USE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE REAR BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYERS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE GREASE.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
LEAK AT PTRAP AT HAND SINK AT FRONT PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
LADIES TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF COVERED GARBAGE CANS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT AND TILE IN THE REAR PREP AREA BY THE WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT AND TILE IN THE REAR PREP AREA BY THE WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
NOV 292022PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
NOV 29
2022
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE REAR BOTTOM AREA OF THE FRYERS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE GREASE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE STAIRWELL BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR; SEAL HOLE. OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL BY THE EXIT DOOR ON THE SECOND FLOOR; SEAL HOLE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE CEILING VENT AND TILE IN THE REAR PREP AREA BY THE WALK IN COOLER WITH DUST; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE DUST.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
APR 212022PASSED3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 21
2022
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED THE EXIT DOOR ON THE SECOND FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR(1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM). MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED TAPE AROUND THE FAUCET. MUST REMOVE TAPE AND PROPERLY REPAIR LEAK AT THE 3 COMP SINK.
MAR 262021PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAR 26
2021
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE SECOND FLOOR NEEDS CLEANING; CLEAN SAME.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVES AND IN CORNER AREAS OF SECOND FLOOR STORAGE.
MAY 302019PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 30
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
5-501.17 OBSERVED A CLOSED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER'S WITHOUT THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
2-102.13 OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
MAY 102018PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 10
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
Observed ambient air temperature inside reach in (pizza) prep cooler to be 46.8F. Instructed all refrigeration must have ambient internal air temperature of 40F or less at all times. Cooler has been tagged and held for inspection. Cooler may not be used until repaired and approved for use by CDPH. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
Observed the following potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures: pizza sauce @ 51.8F; chicken 46.4F - 47.5F; beef @ 53.6F; and sausage @ 55.4F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must held @ 40F or less at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded potentially hazardous foods during inspection. Operator estimates total value of 15lbs of denatured foods to be approximately $75. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Observed bulk containers in pasta area not labeled. Observed bags of frozen foods without proper labels in freezers (2nd floor). Must label all bulk items with name. Must label all potentially hazardous foods with name and prep date when held for more than 24 hours. Must maintain same.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed reach in (pizza) prep cooler in disrepair. Lid on right does not fit correctly and crack in top compartment. Must repair and maintain same.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed minor leak at pipe under hand sink in front prep area. Must repair and maintain same.
OCT 162017PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
OCT 16
2017
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON UPRIGHT COOLER NEAR DISH WASHING AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON DUCT EQUIPMENT ABOVE SOUTH DINING AND BEVERAGE AREAS.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
PROVIDE SEPARATE AREA FOR EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS OUTSIDE PREP/BEVERAGE AREAS.
APR 52016PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
APR 5
2016
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR LID OF THE GREASE RECEPTACLE AND REMOVE LIGHT GREASE BUILD UP.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE STAIRS LEADING TO THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA.
SEP 302015PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
SEP 30
2015
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FRYERS,DELIME DISH MACHINE,DISH RACKS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR BEHIND & UNDER ICE MACHINE ON 2ND FL. AND KEEP DRY.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM & HALLWAY OF TOILETROOMS,LOOSE WALL BASE IN REAR CLEANING STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRI AND DEAD INSECTS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN DISH WASHING AREA & 2ND FL. STORAGE AREA.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER AT DRINK AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE,ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER,2ND FL. HOT WATER TANK ROOM & STORAGE AREA,UNDER STAIRS IN CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA.
SEP 142015FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 14
2015
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES CRAWLING ON FLOOR DRAIN & POP LINES AT DINING SERVICE WAIT STATION AND ON WALL & CEILING AT HALLWAY OF TOILETROOMS,IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.ALSO FRONT MAN DOOR AND REVOLVING DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING ALONG ALL SIDES.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/14/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PIZZA PREP COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FRYERS,DELIME DISH MACHINE,DISH RACKS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST GROUT FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR BEHIND & UNDER ICE MACHINE ON 2ND FL. AND KEEP DRY.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM & HALLWAY OF TOILETROOMS,LOOSE WALL BASE IN REAR CLEANING STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRI AND DEAD INSECTS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN DISH WASHING AREA & 2ND FL. STORAGE AREA.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PREP COOLER AT DRINK AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE,ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER,2ND FL. HOT WATER TANK ROOM & STORAGE AREA,UNDER STAIRS IN CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA.
JUN 242014PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JUN 24
2014
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN CEILING VENT IN WOMENS WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED, A SMALL AMOUNT OF DUST OBSERVED ON FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER; REMOVE. SOME DUST OBSERVED IN VENT SYSTEM ABOVE DISHMACHINE; REMOVE. CLEAN LOWER WALL BEHIND DISHMACHINE. ONE SECTION OF CEILING IN MENS WASHROOM AND RIGHT OUTSIDE OF MENS WASHROOM NEED REPAIR FROM WATER DAMAGE; REPAIR AREAS WHERE NEEDED.
NOV 152013PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
NOV 15
2013
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDE ACCESS TO LOCKED HOT WATER TANK ROOM.
MAY 152013PASSED1 violationDETAILS
MAY 15
2013
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE VENT COVERS IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP. DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE REACH IN FREEZERS IN THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM. MUST ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM.
MAR 132012PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
MAR 13
2012
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
REMOVE CLUTTER IN SECOND FLOOR FURNACE ROOM.
JUN 142011PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUN 14
2011
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZER. SEAL SMALL OPENINGS AT FRONT REVOLVING DOORS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER UNDER STAIRS AND IN 2ND FLOOR UTILITY ROOM. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
APR 252011PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
APR 25
2011
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZER. SEAL SMALL OPENINGS AT FRONT REVOLVING DOORS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER UNDER STAIRS AND IN 2ND FLOOR UTILITY ROOM. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
APR 182011FAILED3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 18
2011
FAILED
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. FOUND EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP ON THE EXTERIOR OF GREASE RECEPTACLE LID. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND PROPERLY MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED SEVERAL 1/2-1 INCH HOLES IN ALL 3 GARBAGE RECEPTACLE LIDS. MUST REPLACE LIDS SO THAT THEY ARE COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZER. SEAL SMALL OPENINGS AT FRONT REVOLVING DOORS.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST BETTER ORGANIZE CLUTTER UNDER STAIRS AND IN 2ND FLOOR UTILITY ROOM. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
NOV 122010PASSED1 violationDETAILS
NOV 12
2010
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
PREVIOUS VIOLATION # 33 HAS BEEN CORRECTED AT THIS TIME.
NOV 102010PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 10
2010
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ONSITE. ALSO FOUND OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES RESTING ON WALLS AND FLYINGB UNDER AND ABOVE DISH MACHINE,IN REAR PREP AREA,UNDER STAIRCASE LEADING TO 2ND FLOOR AND IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. ALSO NOTED WORN AND MISSING WEATHER STRIPS ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE REVOLVING DOORS CAUSING THE DOORS NOT TO BE INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. MUST REPAIR DOORS SO THAT THEY ARE TIGHT FITTING AND COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT LARGE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED ICE SCOOP AT ICE MACHINE ON 2ND FLOOR BEING STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS.
NOV 52010FAILED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 5
2010
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
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. FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ONSITE. ALSO FOUND OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES RESTING ON WALLS AND FLYINGB UNDER AND ABOVE DISH MACHINE,IN REAR PREP AREA,UNDER STAIRCASE LEADING TO 2ND FLOOR AND IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. ALSO NOTED WORN AND MISSING WEATHER STRIPS ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRANCE REVOLVING DOORS CAUSING THE DOORS NOT TO BE INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. MUST REPAIR DOORS SO THAT THEY ARE TIGHT FITTING AND COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TOP PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT LARGE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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. OBSERVED ICE SCOOP AT ICE MACHINE ON 2ND FLOOR BEING STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO PROPERLY STORE ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS.
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