SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

INSPIRED CATERING & EVENTS.

EAT. 82/100

1300 W HUBBARD ST · GOOSE ISLAND, CHICAGO

Last inspected April 11, 2023 · passed

17 of 22 inspections passed, with 5 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
22
17 passed · 1 w/ conditions · 4 failed
VIOLATIONS
79
includes 5 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since May 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

APR 11
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

APR 8
2022
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 7
2021
PASSED
0 violations
MAY 25
2021
FAILED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINOROther
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

FOUND THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED BY CORRECT BY DATE FROM INSPECTION REPORT # 2463494 DATED 12/8/20: 4-402.12 OBSERVED THE RUBBER SEAL ON THE WHITE REACH IN FREEZER(TATER GEM)IN DISREPAIR(HELD ON WITH TAPE). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090.

DEC 8
2020
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED WHITS FOOD CONTAINERS WITHOUT A COMMON NAME LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN

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

OBSERVED THE RUBBER SEAL ON THE WHITE REACH IN FREEZER(TATER GEM)IN DISREPAIR(HELD ON WITH TAPE). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

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FEB 21
2019
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL WALK IN FREEZERS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR HANDEL ON MIDDLE DOOR OF 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN REAR STORAGE/OFFICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

OCT 19
2018
PASSED
0 violations
MAR 29
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER. NOTED VARIOUS DELI MEATS AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES, SUCH AS TURKEY 50.6F, ROAST BEEF AT 50.4F, PROSCIUTTO AT 50.6F AND SALAMI AT 50.1F. A TOTAL OF 25lbs AT TOTAL COST $175 WAS DISCARD AND DENATURED. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005(A).

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

MUST DEFROST AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS.

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

FLOORS INSIDE THE LIQUOR STORAGE AREA NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

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

NOTED HOLES INTO THE WALL IN THE LIQUOR STORAGE AREA. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS. NOTED THE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE PREP AREA DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

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

NOTED A FEW LIGHT BRUNT OUT INSIDE THE WALK IN PRODUCE COOLER. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 31
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS NEED REPAIRING IN THE WALK IN STAGING COOLER.

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

MUST CLEAN THE VENT COVER ABOVE PREP AREA TO REMOVE DUST.

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

NOTED A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET AT THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 15
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE STORAGE RACKS AND THE CAN OPENER IN THE PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER (REMOVE ICE BUILD UP), ALONG THE WALLBASE AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS/CEILING AROUND/ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE, COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE PREP AREAS. REMOVE DIRT/DUST, FOOD SPLATTER AND SMALL FLIES.

AUG 8
2016
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

FOUND 40 SMALL LIVE FLIES ON THE CEILING/WALLS, PIPES/CONDUITS, BOXES, STORAGE RACKS AND UTENSILS IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE SMALL FLIES, CLEAN/SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE STORAGE RACKS AND THE CAN OPENER IN THE PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS, INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER (REMOVE ICE BUILD UP), ALONG THE WALLBASE AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS/CEILING AROUND/ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE, COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND IN THE PREP AREAS. REMOVE DIRT/DUST, FOOD SPLATTER AND SMALL FLIES.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL ICE SCOOPS EITHER HANDLES UP IN THE ICE OR IN A CLEAN BIN. MAINTAIN SAME.

MAR 11
2016
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN COOLER. MAINTAIN SAME. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE THICK ICE BUILD UP FROM THE INSIDE OF THE REAR WALK IN FREEZER. MAINTAIN SAME. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK AROUND THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK. MAINTAIN SAME.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE LEFT DEEP FRYER AND THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN COOLER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS AROUND THE DISH MACHINE AND COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE BLOWN LIGHT BULBS INSIDE THE FRONT WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZER. MAINTAIN SAME.

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

INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE THE REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HANG ALL MOPS UP TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.

JUN 2
2015
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

TABLES IN DISH AREA IN NEED OF REPLACING. TABLES WORN PEELING. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

END CAPS NEEDED ON LIGHT SHEILD IN REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

LEAK IN PASTA FREEZER. MUST CORRECT AND REMOVE ALL BUILD UP.

JUN 30
2014
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

REMOVE ICE BUILDUP INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. SEAL LOOSE GASKET ON WALK-IN COOLER DOOR. REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING IN LIQUOR STORAGE AREA.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF TABLE UNDER GRILL(GREASE BUILDUP).

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

CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS IN DISH WASHING AREA.

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

REPLACE LIGHT BULBS AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN CATERING UTENSIL/EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA. REPLACE LIGHT COVER IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

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

REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREAS.

FEB 24
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE. REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING IN LIQUOR STORAGE AREA.

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

ELEVATE STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER.

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

ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

MAY 3
2013
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

Floor tile missing in cooking area around floor drain. Instructed to replace missing tile.

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

Ventilation not working in women's toilet room. Instructed to repair exhaust fan.

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

Unnecessary articles stored in utility closet. Instructed to detail clean and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.

AUG 23
2012
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 20
2012
FAILED
0 violations
MAY 4
2012
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Inspector Comments: A multi-use utensils,single service articles stored on shelvings throughout must be inverted to prevent contamination before use.

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

Inspector Comments: Remove rust from bottoms of food prep tables in prep areas must be smooth,easily cleanable.

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

Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,DEEP FRYERS,CUTTING BOARDS, COOLERS, AND FREEZER INCLUDING FAN COVERS,TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT ETC.

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

Inspector Comments: Floors along walls and in all corners throghout the premises require a detail cleaning including the floor drains.

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

Inspector Comments: Walls/ceilings along the food prep areas,inside the walk-in-coolers throughout the premises require a detail cleaning and repair hole in wall in front of walk-in-oven at rear also all noticeable openings on walls must be sealed.

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

Inspector Comments: Detail clean light shields all throughout the premises,provide light shield inside the northside pasta walk-in-cooler.

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Inspector Comments: Detail clean all dusts accumulations ventilation covers throughout the premises.

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

Inspector Comments: Detail clean,organize all storage areas,locker areas,remove all unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.

APR 27
2012
FAILED
13 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.Found cooked mashed potatoes 100 lbs at 68F-75F,held inside walk-in-cooler .No time,temperature logs provided. Instructed that potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40F or below cold and hot at 140 F or higher. Critical violation issued 7-38-005(A). Value $200.00 Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded..

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

OBSERVED,POOR HYGYENIC PRACTICES;COOKS PERFORMING MULTIPLE TASKS THROGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS(PREPARING FOODS,CLEANING EQUIPMENTS,CHANGING DIRTY GLOVES,USING CELL PHONES ETC.)THEN RETURNING TO HANDLE FOODS AND NOT WASHING HANDS.INSTRUCTED ON PROPER PROCEDURES OF WASHING HANDS PER CITY CODE.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MAKER. OBSERVED BLACK/MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

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

FOUND APPROXIMATELY 40 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE AREAS OF THE BUSINESS AND 2 EAST SIDE WINDOWS BROKEN 2' MODE OF ENTRY NOT INSECT-PROOFED.ALSO 1 LARGE LIVE FLY IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA DURING THIS INSPECTION.DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,INSECT PROOFED SAID WINDOWS.REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE .SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

FOUND THE 3 COMP SINK IN THE KITCHEN NOT MAINTAINED THAT IS DRAINING SLOWLY ALLOWING WASTE WATER TO COME BACK INTO OTHER COMPARTMENTS WHEN MIDDLE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINING.MUST REPAIR AS REQUIRED.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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

A multi-use utensils,single service articles stored on shelvings throughout must be inverted to prevent contamination before use.

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

Remove rust from bottoms of food prep tables in prep areas must be smooth,easily cleanable.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,DEEP FRYERS,CUTTING BOARDS, COOLERS, AND FREEZER INCLUDING FAN COVERS,TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT ETC.

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

Floors along walls and in all corners throghout the premises require a detail cleaning including the floor drains.

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

Walls/ceilings along the food prep areas,inside the walk-in-coolers throughout the premises require a detail cleaning and repair hole in wall in front of walk-in-oven at rear also all noticeable openings on walls must be sealed.

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

Detail clean light shields all throughout the premises,provide light shield inside the northside pasta walk-in-cooler.

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Detail clean all dusts accumulations ventilation covers throughout the premises.

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

Detail clean,organize all storage areas,locker areas,remove all unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.

JUL 7
2011
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
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 RESEAL/REPLACE CHIPPING METAL COUNTER TABLE TOPS BY DISH MACHINE AREA

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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT PREMISES

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. MUST CLEAN/REPAIR WALL BY DISH AREA

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. MUST SHIELD LIGHT BULB IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK

MINORPlumbing & Waste
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 LEAKING FAUCET AT 2 COMPARTMENT PREP SINK

MINORSanitation
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 REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR STORAGE/DOCK AREA, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE

MAY 6
2010
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.FOUND BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED TO IDENTIFY PRODUCTS STORED.

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.REPAIR/REPLACE RUSTY GREASE TRAP BENEATH 3 COMP SINK.

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.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENTS IN REAR DRY STORAGE ROOMS/DOCK AREA/FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING.

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.WALLS ABOVE HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,SEAL HOLES ON CEILING ABOVE 2 COMP SINK,ABOVE DISHMACHINE.

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.LIGHT BULBS IN WALK-IN-COOLERS NOT SHIELDED.

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

Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MENS TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING.

MINORSanitation
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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM REAR STORAGE/DOCK AREA.

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