APR 4
2025
PASSED
2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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JEFF'S RED HOTS.
YOUR CALL. 68/100
3901 N CICERO AVE · AVONDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected April 4, 2025 · passed
16 of 22 inspections passed, 1 failed, 5 passed with conditions. 9 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
22
16 passed · 5 w/ conditions · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
94
includes 9 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Apr 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR BOTTOM OF DOUBLE ENTRANCE DOORS. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT-FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
SEP 102024PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
SEP 10
2024
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED INTERIOR GUARD OF ICE MACHINE WITH SOME DIRT, NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS LINER ON STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRCUTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM SHELVES AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED RUST ON SHELVES IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRCUTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 282023PASS W/ CONDITIONS1 violationDETAILS
MAR 28
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
1 violationDETAILS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER NEXT TO THE STEAM TABLE. OBSERVED EGGS AT 50F, HAMBURGERS AT 45F, HOT DOGS AT 51F, POLISH DOGS AT 46F, STEAK AT 52F, PIZZA PUFFS AT 51F, AND CHICKEN AT 54F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
SEP 212022PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
SEP 21
2022
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD AT REAR EXPOSED HAND SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL A WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD TO PREVENT POTENIAL CONTAMINATION OF CLEAN DISHES AND UTENSILS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED OPENINGS IN CEILING ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED VENT COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
DEC 142021PASS W/ CONDITIONS8 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 14
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (HOT DOGS,CHILI,SOUP ETC.) IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED TO CUSTOMERS.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT WHEN PREPARING AND SERVING (TCS FOODS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012,CITATION ISSUED.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A HANDWASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SUPPLIED WITH SOAP AND HAND PAPERTOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED LOOSE DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE THE DOOR GASKET.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE GREASE SPILLAGE.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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APR 22020PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
APR 2
2020
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.11-FLOOR BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.18- MUST SEALED THE GAP AROUND THE PIPES IN THE FRONT COOKING/SERVING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11- LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 262020FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 26
2020
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
MISSING DISINFECTANT EFFECTIVE FOR NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
NO REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE AND ASTERISK ON THE MENU REGARDING THE UNDERCOOKED FOOD BEING SERVED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOOR BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST SEALED THE GAP AROUND THE PIPES IN THE FRONT COOKING/SERVING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
LIGHT SHIELD OF THE LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
ALL FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE ARE ALL EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO RE TAKE THE TRAINING CLASS AND OBTAIN THE CERTIFICATE.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
AUG 12019PASS W/ CONDITIONS15 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 1
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
15 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38.010-NO CITATION ISSUED)
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TIME FOR TEMPERATURE SAFETY FOR CONTROL FOODS NOT PROPERLY DATED STORED IN COOLERS (PIZZA SAUCE). 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
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER OF RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED) STATEMENT THAT EATING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPLACE BROKEN GASKET ON WALK IN FREEZER DOORS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION AT THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN WIRES AND ELECTRICAL LINES AND TOP OF WALK IN COOLER UNITS AND FRONT SIGN DISPLAY FROM DUST BUILD UP
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST PROVIDE SERVICE SINK FOR CLEANING MOPS AND SIMILAR WET FLOOR CLEANING TOOLS
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEE'S BATHROOM
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
NOTED CLUTTER OF EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS ON FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA.MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS TO ALLOW CLEANING AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN FREEZER
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST CLEAN AIR VENTS IN FOOD PREP AND DINING AREA
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
DEC 282017PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
DEC 28
2017
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
LABEL AND DATE ALL COOKED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR INSIDE THE OFFICE, REAR STORAGE AREA, IN THE FRONT CORNER OF THE WALK IN FREEZER (WITH CLEANING MATERIALS) AND INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM WITH DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
JUN 292017PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 29
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.
OBSERVED TWO EMPLOYEES PREPARING HOT DOG SANDWICHES, ITALIAN BEEF SANDWICHES,NOT WEARING GLOVES. ALSO OBSERVED ONE EMPLOYEE HANDLING THE MONEY AND HELPING PREP FOOD NOT WASHING HANDS ALSO. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING MONEY. AND INSTRUCTED TO WEAR GLOVES WHEN PREPARING READY TO EAT FOOD. AND MUST WASH HANDS AFTER AND BEFORE WEARING GLOVES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010(A)EMPLOYEES STARTED WASHING THEIR HANDS AFTER HANDLING MONEY AND BEFORE AND AFTER WEARING GLOVES TO PREPARE READY TO EAT FOOD DURING INSPECTION.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST RE CAULK ALONG THE SPLASH GUARD OF THE 3 COMPT SINK .CAULK WORN OUT WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE 2 COMPT SINK, BEHIND THE ICE MAKER AND BEHIND THE SODA CRATES AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP IN THE FRONT PREP/SERVING AREA.
JAN 122017PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JAN 12
2017
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
MUST LABEL ALL INDIVIDUAL CONDIMENTS WITH NAME OF THE COMPANY,ADDRESS, NAME OF THE PRODUCT.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
CLEAN THE FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER WITH DUST ACCUMULATED IN THE PREP/DISH WASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN FLOOR AROUND THE WATER HEATER AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CEILING VENT COVER ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. CEILING ABOVE THE WALK IN FREEZER WITH DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN. SEAL GAP AROUND THE PIPE CLOSE TO THE CEILING THRU-OUT REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB ON THE HOOD. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULB AND MAINTAIN.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES PREPARING AND COOKING FOOD WITH FACIAL HAIR- BEARD. MUST WEAR BEARD NET TO CONFINE THE HAIR. ALSO TWO EMPLOYEES IN THE PREP AREA HELPING PREPARE AND HANDLING FOOD NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLE,CHOPPING BOARD,ETC MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
MAR 312016PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAR 31
2016
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Observed prepackaged items without labels. Instructed to label and date all prepackaged items during storage and display. Observed several items stored in cardboard boxes (beef and buns in front cooking area) Instructed to provide restaurant grade, easily cleanable containers for all food items.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed grease build up on lower interior of fryers. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed small amount of white build up on upper metal shield of ice machine. Instructed to clean and maintain interior of ice machine.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed grease build up on brick wall near cooking line. Instructed to detail clean all walls around cooking area and behind equipment. Instructed to maintain same.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed duct tape on pipe going from 3 comp sink to grease trap. Instructed to repair and maintain.
JUL 62015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JUL 6
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
METAL SHELVING ABOVE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK WITH RUST. WOODEN SHELVING ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXPOSED RAW WOOD, DIRTY. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE BOTH.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MISSING CERAMIC BASEBOARD COVING UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPLACE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
HOLES IN WALL AROUND PIPING FROM GREASE TRAP UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST SEAL.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING AVAILABLE. MUST PROVIDE
OCT 162014PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
OCT 16
2014
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GREASE BOX WITH RUST BUILD-UP UNDERNEATH 2 COMPARTMENT SINK.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE STAINED LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE REAR AREA.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
MAY 302014PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAY 30
2014
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY UNDERNEATH SODA SYRUP SHELVES IN REAR.--------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
DEC 52013PASSED1 violationDETAILS
DEC 5
2013
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS/SHEVLING ABOVE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NEED TO BE DETAIL CLEAN.
MAR 272013PASSED1 violationDETAILS
MAR 27
2013
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
FOOD HANDLER FAILED TO HAVE HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST RESTRAIN HAIR WHEN PREPARING FOOD.
DEC 312012PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violationsDETAILS
DEC 31
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP COOLER, AND REACH IN COOLER ( WITH FOOD CRUMBS)AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND REPAINT.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB ON THE HOOD, MUST REPLACE. MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD ON THE HOOD,( WITH GREASE BUILD -UP) AND MAINTAIN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION(NOT ON TOP OF THE ICE). EMPLOYEE HANDLING FOODS IN THE PREP AREA MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE HAIR.
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
FOUND ASHTRAY WITH CIGARETTE BUTTS INSIDE THE OFFICE OF THE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL ASHTRAYS MUST BE REMOVED WHERE SMOKING IS PROHIBITED. CITATION ISSUED CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE 7-32-020C.
SEP 52012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
SEP 5
2012
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in cooler, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, reach in cooler.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning, walk in cooler shelving need cleaning.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light shield in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in cooler, reach in coolers, not clean, need detailed cleaning.
SEP 122011PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
SEP 12
2011
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
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. ADDITIONAL BRUSH AT THE BOTTOM CORNER OF THE EXIT REAR DOOR MUST BE PROVIDED
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. EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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. FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN FREEZER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,BEHIND ICE CREAM MACHINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; DAMAGED WALLS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND UNDER 2 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE REPLACED,MUT PROPERLY SEAL WALLS
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
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. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEEDS RECAULKING
DEC 22010PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
DEC 2
2010
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Can opener, prep tables, storage shelves and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor inside walk-in cooler, along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Light covers through out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Rear storage room not maintained. Instructed to organize all supplies, elevate 6 inches or higher.
APR 202010PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
APR 20
2010
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Sinks, prep counter, cooking equipment and storage shelves inside cooler not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor in corners and behind heavy equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail. Rear exit door not completely sealed at bottom daylight coming through. Instructed to install treshold or install door sweep at bottom to seal.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Openings noted in walls thru-out. Instructed to seal all openings and /or repaint.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Thermometer not provided inside front cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer insude cooler visible.
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