SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

GIO'S SPORTS BAR.

BEAT. 18/100

4857 N DAMEN AVE · LINCOLN SQUARE, CHICAGO

Last inspected June 11, 2024 · passed

Failed 8 of 22 inspections. 24 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
22
9 passed · 5 w/ conditions · 8 failed
VIOLATIONS
140
includes 24 critical
RECORDS COVER
13 YEARS
since Nov 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUN 11
2024
PASSED
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

6-301.14--OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT BAR AND BASEMENT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.17--INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.

JUN 4
2024
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT BAR AND BASEMENT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVED 1 LIVE COCKROACH UNDERNEATH THE COUNTERTOP NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK AT BAR AND 2 LIVE COCKROACHES ON KITCHEN CORNER TABLE NEXT TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND INSIDE THE MICROWAVE ALSO,OBSERVED 4 RAT DROPPINGS ON BASEMENT FLOOR NEAR THE CHEST FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS;ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND STORAGE SHELFS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND STORAGE SHELFS BEHIND THE BAR AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER AND BASEMENT PREP AREA/STORAGE AREAS ALSO,THE BAR AREA WITH BOTTLE CAPS/DEBRIS .

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2591511 DATED:03/22/2024 #16--4-602.11(B-E)/OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES. #47--4-202.15/ OBSERVED MANUAL CAN OPENER WORNED-OUT BLADE WITH DRIED-UP FOOD DEBRIS ATTACHED TO THE PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #49--4-602.13/ INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER, PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE GRILL AND THE 4 BURNER STOVE AND MAINTAIN. #55--6-501.114/ INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT REAR DRY STORAGE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS,UNUSED KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING. #58--2-102.13/ OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 6/11/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

MAR 22
2024
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E)/OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

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

4-501.12/ OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD WORNED-OUT WITH DEEP SEAMS AT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.

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

4-202.15/ OBSERVED MANUAL CAN OPENER WORNED-OUT BLADE WITH DRIED-UP FOOD DEBRIS ATTACHED TO THE PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13/ INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER, PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE GRILL AND THE 4 BURNER STOVE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114/ INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT REAR DRY STORAGE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS,UNUSED KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13/ OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 24
2024
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E)/OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

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

4-101.19/ OBSERVED STORAGE RACKS IN POOR REPAIR AND WITH MOLD-LIKE BUILD UP IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.

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

4-501.12/ OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD WORNED-OUT WITH DEEP SEAMS AT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.

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

4-202.15/ OBSERVED MANUAL CAN OPENER WORNED-OUT BLADE WITH DRIED-UP FOOD DEBRIS ATTACHED TO THE PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

4-301.12/ OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13/ INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER, PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE GRILL AND THE 4 BURNER STOVE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114/ INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT REAR DRY STORAGE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS,UNUSED KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-303.11/ OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13/ OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 17
2024
FAILED
13 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES UNDERNEATH THE COUNTERTOP NEAR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS;ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT KITCHENWARE (FORKS,KNIVES ETC.)TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE (HANDLES-UP).

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

OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD WORNED-OUT WITH DEEP SEAMS AT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED MANUAL CAN OPENER WORNED-OUT BLADE WITH DRIED-UP FOOD DEBRIS ATTACHED TO THE PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED STORAGE RACKS IN POOR REPAIR AND WITH MOLD-LIKE BUILD UP IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED MISSING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 ADEQUATE WORKING SINK STOPPERS AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER, PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE GRILL AND THE 4 BURNER STOVE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN PREP/3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT REAR DRY STORAGE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS,UNUSED KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRTY FLOOR AT BAR WITH LITTER DEBRIS AND BROKEN GLASS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING AND MAINTAIN.

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NOV 19
2021
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE INSIDE AND SIDES OF THE DEEP FRYER, FOOD DEBRIS ON THE CHEST FREEZERS IN THE 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREP AREA, STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, AND EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

CLEAN THE HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.

OCT 23
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-204.11-OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT BAR AREA WHERE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS LOCATED. MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK THAT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13-OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES WHO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE.

OCT 13
2020
FAILED
4 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-204.11-OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT BAR AREA WHERE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS LOCATED. MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK THAT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

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

4-501.12-OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES IN PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13-OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES WHO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE.

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 10/7/2020, REPORT #2402139. #39-OBSERVED EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES ABOVE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE (ICE MACHINE). OVERHEAD EXPOSED DRAINAGE WASTE WATER PIPES COMING FROM THE 1ST FLOOR AREAS .THE PIPES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGER MUST BE ENCASED SMOOTH SURFACE (SOFFIT) DURABLE MATERIAL AND MAINTAIN. NO SPLASH GUARD ON KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND FOOD PREP-STORAGE TABLE WITH FOOD PLATES. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A WASHABLE SPLASH GUARD. #47-OBSERVED DIRTY GASKET ON DOOR TO WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #51-OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION INSTALLED ON HOSE USED FOR WASHING FLOORS IN BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #53-MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN LADY'S BATHROOM. #55-OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES OVER FOOD PREP TABLES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

OCT 7
2020
FAILED
10 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

NO PERSON IN CHARGE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (BURGERS). PERSON IN CHARGE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-204.11-OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT BAR AREA WHERE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS LOCATED. MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK THAT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

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

4-501.12-OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES IN PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13-OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR SURFACE OF COOKING FRYER IN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11-OBSERVED COVER MISSING ON VENT ABOVE PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. MUST REPAIR.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

4-204.11-OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD IN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT GREASE FROM DRIPPING ONTO FOOD AND EQUIPMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13-OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13-OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES WHO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE.

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/28/2020, REPORT #2401749. #39-OBSERVED EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES ABOVE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE (ICE MACHINE). OVERHEAD EXPOSED DRAINAGE WASTE WATER PIPES COMING FROM THE 1ST FLOOR AREAS .THE PIPES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGER MUST BE ENCASED SMOOTH SURFACE (SOFFIT) DURABLE MATERIAL AND MAINTAIN. NO SPLASH GUARD ON KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND FOOD PREP-STORAGE TABLE WITH FOOD PLATES. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A WASHABLE SPLASH GUARD. #47-OBSERVED DIRTY GASKET ON DOOR TO WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #51-OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION INSTALLED ON HOSE USED FOR WASHING FLOORS IN BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #53-MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN LADY'S BATHROOM. #55-OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES OVER FOOD PREP TABLES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

SEP 28
2020
FAILED
10 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

NO PERSON IN CHARGE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (BURGERS). PERSON IN CHARGE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT BAR AREA WHERE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS LOCATED. MUST INSTALL A HAND WASHING SINK THAT IS CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES IN PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR SURFACE OF COOKING FRYER IN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED COVER MISSING ON VENT ABOVE PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR. MUST REPAIR.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD IN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT GREASE FROM DRIPPING ONTO FOOD AND EQUIPMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES WHO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 6/23/2020, REPORT #2374083. #10-OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE WHEN RETURNING TO WORK FROM RESTROOM. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE. #39-OBSERVED EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES ABOVE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE (ICE MACHINE). OVERHEAD EXPOSED DRAINAGE WASTE WATER PIPES COMING FROM THE 1ST FLOOR AREAS .THE SAID PIPES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGER MUST BE ENCASED SMOOTH SURFACE (SOFFIT) DURABLE MATERIAL AND MAINTAIN. NO SPLASH GUARD ON KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND FOOD PREP-STORAGE TABLE WITH FOOD PLATES. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A WASHABLE SPLASH GUARD. #47-OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO REACH UNDER PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN ON FIRST FLOOR AND OBSERVED DIRTY GASKET ON DOOR TO WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #51-OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION INSTALLED ON HOSE USED FOR WASHING FLOORS IN BASEMENT. MAST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #53-MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN LADY'S BATHROOM. #55-OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES OVER FOOD PREP TABLES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

JUN 23
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CURRENT CERTIFICATION ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN) HAS BEEN STORED. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.NO CITATION ISSUED

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE WHEN RETURNING TO WORK FROM RESTROOM. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, SALSA, BAKED RIBS)NOT PROPERLY DATED , STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005

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

OBSERVED EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES ABOVE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE (ICE MACHINE). OVERHEAD EXPOSED DRAINAGE WASTE WATER PIPES COMING FROM THE 1ST FLOOR AREAS .THE SAID PIPES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGER MUST BE ENCASED SMOOTH SURFACE (SOFFIT) DURABLE MATERIAL AND MAINTAIN

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

NO SPLASH GUARD ON KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND FOOD PREP-STORAGE TABLE WITH FOOD PLATES. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A WASHABLE SPLASH GUARD

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

OBSERVED USE OF UNWRAPPED STRAWS IN BAR AREA.SINGLE-SERVICE AND SINGLE-USE ARTICLES AND CLEANED AND SANITIZED UTENSILS SHALL BE HANDLED,DISPLAYED AND DISPENSED SO THAT CONTAMINATION OF FOOD AND LIP CONTACT SURFACES IS PREVENTED

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

OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR TO REACH UNDER PREP COOLER IN REAR KITCHEN AND OBSERVED DIRTY AND RIPPED DOOR GASKET ON DOOR TO WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

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

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION TO TEST CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BAR SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER . PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION INSTALLED ON HOSE USED FOR WASHING FLOORS IN BASEMENT. MAST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN LADY'S BATHROOM

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES OVER FOOD PREP TABLES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA

DEC 27
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUEED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND PROVIDE CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

MUST PROVIDE REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU,PLACARDS, OR OTHER EFFECTIVE WRITTEN MEANS FOR ALL FOODS BEING SERVE RAW OR MEDIUM RARE ON SITE. ALSO ASTERISK ALL FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU THAT IS BEING SERVE MEDIUM RARE OR RARE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE RUBBER GASKET ALONG THE DOOR OF THE PREP COOLERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST DEFROST ALL CHEST REEZERS IN THE PREP AREA IN THE BASEMENT,WITH HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

ALLL WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR LADIES WASHROOM MUST HAVE A LID/COVER FOR FEMININE ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST SEAL THE HOLES AND REPAIR THE WALLS BEHIND THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUSTE. OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

JUL 24
2017
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABEL AND DATE FOR COOKED/PREPARED FOODS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED TORN GASKETS AT THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED.

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

DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA ALSO,REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA AND MAINTAIN.

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

VENTILATION INSIDE THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM IS NOT WORKING.PROVIDE SAID SINK STOPPERS AND TOILET ROOMS MUST BE VENTED AS REQUIRED.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER(S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

JUL 13
2017
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES AND RUST ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE--ICE IS BEING USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE,REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 RODENT (RAT) DROPPINGS ON CLUTTERED CORNER BEHIND WALK-IN-COOLER AND APPROXIMATELY 10 RODENT (RAT) DROPPINGS BENEATH STAIRCASE IN BASEMENT PREP/DRY STORAGE AREAS.ALSO,NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE TO REVIEW ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ALSO,PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABEL AND DATE FOR COOKED/PREPARED FOODS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED TORN GASKETS AT THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED.

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

FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY IN BASEMENT AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

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

DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA ALSO,REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN BASEMENT COMING FROM BAR DRAIN LINES AND MISSING 3 ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS FOR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ALSO,VENTILATION INSIDE THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM IS NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTYETD TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND PROVIDE SAID SINK STOPPERS AND TOILET ROOMS MUST BE VENTED AS REQUIRED.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER(S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

SEP 16
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

FOUND BULK FOOD NOT LABELED. (FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC.) MUST LABEL BULK FOOD.

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

FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER BAR AREAS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

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

FOUND MOPS AND BROOMS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST RELOCATE.

JUL 2
2015
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE COOKING FRYER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE DAILY,

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

EXCESSIVE DEBRIS ON FLOORS, MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT BASEMENT AREA, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN, AND KEEP FLOOR DRY,

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

DAMAGE WALL SURFACES, BROKEN PLASTER IN BASEMENT AREA, STAINED CEILING TILE VARIOUS AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,

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

NO THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,

MINORPest Activity
LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED

IMPROPERLY STORING SOILED LINEN, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LINEN STORAGE CONTAINERS TO PREVENT PEST ISSUES,

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

CLUTTER IN UTILITY CLOSET; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,

MAR 19
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.

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

Cutting boards not maintained in prep area. Instructed to replace worn cutting boards.

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

Light covers in prep area not cleaned. instructed to detail clean covers.

MAR 11
2014
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

Outside garbage dumpster not maintained or rodent proofed. Observed 1 panel lid on garbage dumpster is broken and half of the lid is missing. Also, observed exterior of grease box with old encrusted waste grease. Instructed to replace broken lid to maintain garbage dumpster tight fitting and rodent proofed at all times. And detail clean exterior of grease box. Serious citation issued 7-38-020

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

Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.

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

Cutting boards not maintained in prep area. Instructed to replace worn cutting boards.

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

Light covers in prep area not cleaned. instructed to detail clean covers.

JUN 25
2013
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

NO SOAP OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT BOTH PREP AREA EXPOSED SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS FOR BOTH SINKS AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-030.

SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. (PREPARING/SERVING SANDWICHES, SALADS AT TIME OF INSPECTION.) A CITY CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR DENIS BALTAZAR, HOWEVER PERSON NOT ON DUTY AT TIME OF INSPECTION. BUSINESS OWNER STATED, "THIS IS HIS DAY OFF, I CAN'T HAVE HIM HERE 7 DAYS A WEEK." INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WITH A CITY CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-012.

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

PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED/INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

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

RAW/BARE WOOD SHELVES AT MAIN KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL, SHELVES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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

FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, CHEST FREEZERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES, UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, AND SLICER.

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

EXCESSIVE DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT PREP AREAS, BAR AREA, AND THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.

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

DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON WALLS IN THE MAIN KITCHEN/PREP AREA; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS. OPENINGS ON WALLS IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD-UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

RUST ON GREASE TRAP UNDER KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND RE-SEAL GREASE TRAP, AND REPAIR LEAKING PIPES IN THE BASEMENT.

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

CLUTTER IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.

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

CLEANING TOWELS AND ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED TOWELS IN AN APPROVED SANITIZER AND SCOOPS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

DEC 7
2012
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Drain board for the 3 compartment sink with peeling paint (above sink). Instructed to replace with slotted drain board/rack. No working 3 drain stoppers for the 3 compartment sink. Must provide. Must seal or paint the raw woods inisde the walk in cooler in the basement; inside the 3 door reach in cooler behind the bar; and on the shelvings of the dry storage shelve. Must provide lid for the ice bins behind the bar. Rusted bottom shelve of the prep table in the basement and ist floor kitchen. Must remove rust and maintain. Must remove aluminum foil on the prep table bottom shelve. Arrange prep area coolers/tables to allow easier access to exposed hand sink and to prevent splashing or dripping on surrounding prep surfaces.

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

Must clean in detail the floor behind the bar,along the wall base all corner and maintain. Must remove all soda and milk crate being used as a pallet inside the walk in cooler in the basement. Provide regular pallet to store stocks.

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

Must clean in detail the vent cover inside the womens washroom (with heavy dust build up). Accumulated grease in filters/hood above cooking equipment. Must clean and maintain same.

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

Must re adjust the self closing device of the womens washroom door not closing all the way.

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

Must increase the water pressure of the exposed hand sink. Must install a back flow preventive device on the water line of the ice maker and on the hose bibbs in the basement. Sighted electric slicer and manual wall-mounted slicer in basement. Must install exposed hand sink in basement prep area or remove all food prep equipment from area.

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

Ice scoop must be stored in a separate container to prevent possible contamination (not on top of the ice and top of the ice maker).

NOV 10
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* 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 CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING HELD AND PREPARED, CHEESE, HUMMUS ETC. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH CERTIFICATES POSTED.

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. PROVIDE 2 KNIFE RACKS. 1 FOR 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA AND 1 FOR BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. REPLACE 2 COLD PLATES BEHIND BAR TO PREVENT ICE CONTACT WITH TUBING. PROVIDE A DRAIN BOARD FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA.

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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT INCLUDING ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND CONNECTING PIPES, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT INSIDE AND OUT, BEHIND AND UNDER, SINKS ETC THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

CRITICALPest Activity
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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND BAR, ALONG BAR TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN 4 DEAD ROACHES FROM FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN BASEMENT ACROSS FROM WALK IN COOLER AND BY SODA STATION.

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. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILES NEAR TOP OF BASEMENT STAIRS. PAINT RAW WOOD INSIDE REACH IN COOLER BEHIND BAR AND ON RIGHT SIDE OF BAR. SEAL/PAINT RAW WOOD THROUGHOUT PREMISES. PAINT UNPAINTED DRYWALL IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. REMOVE BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE ON WALL NEAR FLOOR IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

MINORFacility Condition
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. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS FOR BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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. NO METAL STEM THERMOMETERS, MUST PROVIDE.

NOV 8
2010
FAILED
0 violations

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