JAN 26
2026
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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HQ BEERCADE II.
BEAT. 46/100
213 W INSTITUTE PL · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO
Last inspected January 26, 2026 · passed
Failed 2 of 16 inspections. 15 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
16
8 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 2 failed
VIOLATIONS
75
includes 15 critical
RECORDS COVER
11 YEARS
since Nov 2014
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE PIPING AT THE DISH WASHING MACHINE LOCATED UPSTAIRS WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF A WHITE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE DRAINS IN THE BASEMENT BAR AREA IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING FROM DIRT AND DARK SUBSTANCE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL DRAINS.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNIT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND SHELVING AND ALONG THE WALLS.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVERD THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF A DETAIL CLEANING. LIGHT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN NEED OF A GENERAL CLEANING UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
DEC 302024PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 30
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE POSTED AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN FIRST FLOOR EASTSIDE BAR AND BASEMENT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO POST CLEARLY VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. CORRECTED ON SITE DISCLOSURE ADDED TO MENU STATING ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED OPENING BETWEEN MIDDLE OF FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED COLD WATER TURNED OFF AT HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE COLD WATER TO HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT BAR AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WOMEN'S STALL #1,2,3,7,10 AND 11. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM IN BASEMENT FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED HOLE IN UPPER WALL ABOVE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE IN UPPER WALL ABOVE UTILITY SINK FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY. OBSERVED HOLE IN LOWER WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF BASEMENT NEAR WASTE WATER PIPE ALONG FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA OF BASEMENT NEAR WASTE WATER PIPE ALONG FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT BUILDUP ON FILTERS IN HOODS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FILTERS IN HOODS AND MAINTAIN.
NOV 142023PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
NOV 14
2023
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CRATES USED AS DISH STORAGE CONTAINERS. FACILITY MUST REPLACE WITH CONTAINER THAT IS DURABLE, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN/PREPARATION DEPARTMENT IS MISSING. OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS USED AS A DRAIN STOPPER. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO ALLOW FOR PROPER WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZER SET UP.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT IN COOKLINE AND LEGS OF THE UNITS ARE COATED IN GREASE. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DIRTY FAN GUARDS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATIONS NOT PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE A VALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFCAITONS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
DEC 272022PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 27
2022
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ONSITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ALONG WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE STORED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF PINK AND BLACK SUBSTANCE INSIDE BOTH ICE MACHINES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE OLD HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE.
AUG 242022PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 24
2022
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AN EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN CENTRAL BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF.
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APR 62022PASSED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 6
2022
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED BULK SUGAR IN BAR TENDER PREP AREA NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL BULK INGREDIENTS.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED TORN GASKET ON PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED 2 CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED CAULK AROUND 3 COMPARMENT SINK COVERD BLACK SLIME. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, RE-CAULK, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE LOWER LEVEL WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED ONE BURNT OUT LIGHTBULB IN HOOD OVER COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
AUG 92019PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 9
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 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.NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
2-501.11 FOUND VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FOUND NO MATERIALS TO CLEAN UP SAID INCIDENT. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES AND MATERIALS FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW AND USE WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
3-501.17 OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS(COOKED CHICKEN , RANCH) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
3-603.11 OBSERVED BURGERS ON MENU ALL BURGERS ARE COOKED TO MEDIUM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ANY MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED OR SERVED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-005
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12 FOUND DRIED CHILE, AND A VARIETY OF SEASONING REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME .
AUG 12019FAILED6 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 1
2019
FAILED
6 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
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.NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
FOUND VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. FOUND NO MATERIALS TO CLEAN UP SAID INCIDENT. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES AND MATERIALS FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW AND USE WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS. FOODS (COOKED CHICKEN , RANCH ) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED BURGERS ON MENU ALL BURGERS ARE COOKED TO MEDIUM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ANY MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED OR SERVED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-005
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
FOUND DRIED CHILE, AND A VARIETY OF SEASONING REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME .
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 80 - 90 GNATS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: BOTH BARS ON FIRST FLOOR , DISH ROOM 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT, DINNING AREA 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM FLYS. INSTRUCTED ENGINEER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(A).CITATION ISSUED.
MAY 292018PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
MAY 29
2018
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed cracked and chipped door gaskets on 2 door reach in cooler at prep line. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed food and debris on exterior surfaces of food equipment throughout food prep area. 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 12 by 12 inch raw concrete flooring at main bar directly in front of middle dump sink. Instructed manager to seal area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed grouting throughout main bar and sink bar, with large gaps and crevices. Instructed manager to seal all gaps, cracks and crevices, to prevent insect breeding, in said area. Maintain at all times.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed missing light shield cover directly above exposed hand sink adjacent to low temp dishmachine. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times. Observed raw unfinished plastered wall in basement ice machine room. Instructed manager to seal area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed no hand sink adjacent to or next to 3 compartment sink in ice machine room located in basement back bar area. Instructed manager to install exposed hand sink with hot and cold running water under city pressure. Maintain at all times.
NOV 82017PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 8
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
OBSTRUCTED HAND WASH SINKS, FOUND UTENSILS STORED IN HAND WASH AT MAIN PREP AREA, NO SOAP AT OTHER HAND SINK WHILE FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING FOOD, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
A 4" WASTE WATER LINE RUNNING ABOVE BASEMENT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BARRIER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
ROUGH BRICK WALL BEHIND REAR PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH SURFACE.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
OBSERVED SEVERAL COOKS WITH BEARD NOT WEARING BEARD RESTRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
MAY 102017PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 10
2017
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
ON THE SEASONING STORAGE RACK FOUND 2 PLASTIC BAGS OF SPICES NOT PROPERLY LABELED. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST PROVIDE.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
DID NOT FIND A BOTTLE BRUSH FOR ALL OF THE 750ML TALL GLASS BOTTLES ON PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE A BOTTLE BRUSH ON PREMISES IN ORDER TO PROPERLY WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE TALL GLASS BOTTLES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FOUND MISSING AND GROUT IN POOR REPAIR UNDER THE 1-COMP SINK ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE TV BAR AREA.ALSO FOUND GRIME AND FOOD PARTICLES AT THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER ABOVE STATED SINK. MUST REPAIR ABOVE AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND A LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AT THE TV BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
DEC 142016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
DEC 14
2016
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BARS,STORAGE ROOMS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING MAINTAIN.
DEC 62016FAILED8 violationsDETAILS
DEC 6
2016
FAILED
8 violationsDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINES ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINES, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE KITCHEN UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED,INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
BROKEN GASKET AT THE 3 DOOR FOOD PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKET AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INTERIORS OF COOLERS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS,KITCHEN SHELVINGS AND MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED AND MAINTAIN.
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 INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS AND REPAIR THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND BASEBOARDS AT THE DISHROOM AND MAINTAIN TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS. THE WALLS AND CEILINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING.REMOVE DUST ACCUMULATIONS AT CEILING VENTILATION COVERS AT THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA..
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AND BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS AT THE DISHROOM AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BARS,STORAGE ROOMS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND REMAINING ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING MAINTAIN.
FEB 112016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
FEB 11
2016
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES NEAR THE SWINGING DOORS THAT LEAD INTO THE DISHROOM. ALSO OBSERVED WORN OUT GROUTING IN THE TILES IN THE DISHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE FLOORS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
MAY 62015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 6
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED RUSTY SHELVES ON RACKS ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE ESPECIALLY BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE AT THE BASEMENT.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED HAND WASH SINK BY THE HOT HOLDING UNIT OF THE KITCHEN PREP AREA WITH NO SPLASH GUARDS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD AT THE HAND WASH SINK.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NOTED SOME EMPLOYEES WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
NOV 212014PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
NOV 21
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
NO SHELLFISH TAGS WERE PROVIDED FOR THE MUSSELS THAT WERE STORED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL SHELLFISH TAGS WITH THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT IS USED, AND THEN KEPT FOR 90 DAYS. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 4# OF SHELLFISH WORTH $9. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (B-2)
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE LINE PREP COOLER. OBSERVED ROAST BEEF AT 47.3F, GROUND BEEF AT 43.5F, WHIPPING CREAM AT 46F, AND CHEESE AT 44F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 20# OF FOOD WORTH $58. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDSINKS IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED. OBSERVED 2 EXPOSED HANDSINKS AT THE BASEMENT BAR WITHOUT HOT WATER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO ALL HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MUST INSTALL LIGHT SHIELDS FOR ALL FIXTURES IN THE DISHROOM.
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