SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

KEVIN'S HAMBURGER HEAVEN.

YOUR CALL. 73/100

554 W PERSHING RD · BACK OF THE YARDS, CHICAGO

Last inspected June 2, 2023 · passed

28 of 39 inspections passed, 5 failed, 6 passed with conditions. 20 critical violations across the record.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
39
28 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 5 failed
VIOLATIONS
148
includes 20 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since Aug 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUN 2
2023
PASSED
0 violations
FEB 23
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED TWO BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS AT REAR VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BULBS.

JAN 30
2023
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND WASH SINK NEAR COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

NOV 29
2022
PASSED
1 violation1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

FOUND APPROXIMATELY 1/4"-1/2" GAP ON LEFT SIDE OF REAR EXTERIOR DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

OCT 6
2022
PASSED
0 violations
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SEP 29
2022
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED FEMALE EMPLOYEES WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2552986 DATED: 3/16/22 NOT CORRECTED; #47 OBSERVED SOME RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REFRIGERATION UNITS WORN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS WHERE NEEDED TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNITS. #49 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYER AND GRILL. CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. #55 OBSERVED HEAVY DUST ON SOME CEILING TILE AND LIGHT SHIELDS; CLEAN TO REMOVE. OBSERVED DUST ON THE VENTILATION FANS IN THE WASHROOMS; CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR AND WALLS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. #56 OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN THE FRONT COOKING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS WHERE NEEDED. #58 TWO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS DID NOT HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CORRECT ALL VIOLATIONS OUT OF COMPLIANCE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

MAR 25
2022
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED SOME RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REFRIGERATION UNITS WORN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS WHERE NEEDED TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNITS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYER AND GRILL. CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY DUST ON SOME CEILING TILE AND LIGHT SHIELDS; CLEAN TO REMOVE. OBSERVED DUST ON THE VENTILATION FANS IN THE WASHROOMS; CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR AND WALLS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN THE FRONT COOKING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS WHERE NEEDED.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

TWO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS DID NOT HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES; MUST PROVIDE.

MAR 16
2022
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HANDWASH SIGNS AT HANDSINKS IN WASHROOMS OR EXPOSED HANDSINKS; INSTRUCTED TO POST AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED SOME RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REFRIGERATION UNITS WORN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS WHERE NEEDED TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNITS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYER AND GRILL. CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY DUST ON SOME CEILING TILE AND LIGHT SHIELDS; CLEAN TO REMOVE. OBSERVED DUST ON THE VENTILATION FANS IN THE WASHROOMS; CLEAN VENTS TO REMOVE DUST. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOOR AND WALLS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN THE FRONT COOKING AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS WHERE NEEDED.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

TWO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS DID NOT HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES; MUST PROVIDE.

NOV 15
2021
PASSED
0 violations
NOV 8
2021
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2509753 5/14/21 NOT CORRECTED #53- MUST PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS WITH LIDS IN BOTH UNISEX TOILET ROOMS.#55-MUST REMOVE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN PARKING LOT AGAINST BUILDING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)

MINORFacility Condition
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS

This Order requires that all individuals and businesses in the City of Chicago shall observe the following: (a) Any individual, regardless of vaccination status, who is age two or older and able to medically tolerate a mask (a paper, fabric or cloth filter that securely covers the nose and the mouth) shall be required to wear a mask when indoors an any public place, which for purposes of this Order includes any common or share space in: (i) a residential multi-unit building or (ii) any non-residential building, unless otherwise provided for in the Phase 5 Guidance issued by the Office of the Mayor. OBSERVED 2- FEMALE EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING FACE COVERINGS IN RESTAURANT.MUST WEAR FACE COVERING AT ALL TIMES.(COS)(7-28-060)

MAY 14
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED

OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS BY EMPLOYEES. OBSERVED MALE COOK PUTTING SLICED TOMATO AND LETTUCE ON A SANDWICH THEN PLACED TOASTED BREAD ON TOP AND CUT SANDWICH WITH BARE HANDS.ALSO A FEMALE EMPLOYEE WAS HANDLING TOAST FROM TOASTER WITH BARE HANDS AND BUTTER THE TOAST AND PLACING IN PAPER BAGS.INSTRUCTED MANGER TO WEAR GLOVES,USE UTENSILS OT DELI PAPER TO HANDLE FOODS.(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF NORTH AND SOUTH PARKING LOT DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINET,WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS WITH LIDS IN BOTH UNISEX TOILET ROOMS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN PARKING LOT AGAINST BUILDING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.17 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL VENTILATION VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT.

MAR 5
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(NO CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (EGGS,POTATOE,SOUP,GRITS,HAM,ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF NORTH AND SOUTH PARKING LOT DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

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

OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC BOTTLE HALF FILLED WITH ORANGE JUICE STORED/EMBEDDED INSIDE OF FRONT ICE BIN AT SODA MACHINE WHERE ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.PRODUCT AND ICE WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED.MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.APPX.32OZ.$2.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINET,WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS WITH LIDS IN BOTH UNISEX TOILET ROOMS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REMOVE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT STORED IN PARKING LOT AGAINST BUILDING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL VENTILATION VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT.

JAN 13
2021
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

FOUND FROZEN BEEF THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST THAW FOOD UNDER RUNNING WATER, IN COOLER, BY MICROWAVE OR DURING THE COOKING PROCESS.

JAN 6
2021
FAILED
3 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

FOUND TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS(VARIETY OF SAUCES, SOUP, AND COOKED RICE) HELD FOR 24 HOURS WITHOUT A DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED STEAK, BURGERS, EGGS ETC. ON MENU, SAID ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. FACILITY PROVIDES FOOTNOTE AND DISCLOSURE BUT NO REMINDER BY ASTERISK WAS NOTED ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ASTERISK ALL FOOD ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005.NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

FOUND FROZEN BEEF THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST THAW FOOD UNDER RUNNING WATER, IN COOLER, BY MICROWAVE OR DURING THE COOKING PROCESS.

OCT 21
2020
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE GRILL AND UNDERNEATH THE GRILL.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND AND UNDER GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER GRILL IN FRONT PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST. ALSO CLEAN THE CEILING VENTS IN THE PUBLIC WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST. THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH PREP AREAS NEED CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS.

MAY 27
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED OVER 36 RAW EGGS AT PREP COUNTER IN BASIN AT INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 82F DEGREES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOOD ITEMS AT 41F OR LOWER. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY DENATURED AND DISCARDED EGGS APPROX 3LBS AT $6.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

MUST PROPERLY STORE UNUSED WIPING CLOTHS IN CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

SERIOUSSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS OF MEAT JUICES AND FOOD DEBRIS. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM WHICH IS USED BY WOMEN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

DEC 6
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

FOUND SUGAR AND RICE IN WHITE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA BROKEN AND NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF THE STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FOR VIOLATION 58 All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs), AND VIOLATION. CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED IN THE TIME FRAME SPECIFIED ON THE INSPECTION REPORT ARE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090

NOV 29
2019
FAILED
13 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER SHALL BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED EGGS OUT OF TEMPERATURE(53.5F-57.3F) IN THE REAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10LBS VALUED AT $14. TCS FOODS SHALL BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDER COOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS AND STEAKS) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

FOUND SUGAR AND RICE IN WHITE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN

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

OBSERVED SUGAR AND RICE IN CONTAINERS WITHOUT BEING COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER AND MAINTAIN

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

OBSERVED LARGE BAGS OF POTATOES STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE 6 INCHES R MORE OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN

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

OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE BOTTOM OF THE STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA BROKEN AND NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FOR VIOLATION 58 All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs), AND VIOLATION. CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED IN THE TIME FRAME SPECIFIED ON THE INSPECTION REPORT ARE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090

FEB 6
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SIGNAGE AT THE FRONT PREP HAND WASHING SINK. HAND WASH SINK SIGNAGE GIVEN TO THE MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISH WASHING/REAR PREP AREA COMPLETELY CLOGGED AND GREY WATER ON THE FLOOR UNDER NEATH THE HAND WASH SINK. A HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE MAINTAINED SO THAT IT IS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEE USE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSFacility Condition
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

VARIETY OF FOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED (SAUCES, HAM, CHICKEN, ETC.) STORED INSIDE THE REAR 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND FRONT PREP COOLER. FOOD PREPARED AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE PROPERLY LABELED TO INDICATE THE DAY OR DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NOTED ESTABLISHMENT SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS (HAMBURGERS AND STEAKS) WITH NO CONSUMER ADVISORY, DISCLOSURE OR REMINDERS TO THE CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CONSUMER ADVISORY ON THE MENU WITH A DISCLOSURE NOTICE AND REMINDER STATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATORS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY SUCH AS BOXES, PERSONAL ITEMS, MAINTENANCE TOOLS, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, CLEAN, AND ,MAINTAIN

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED 2 EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs).

SEP 12
2017
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET HANDLE ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL UTILITY SINK FOR PROPER WASTE WATER DISPOSAL.

MAR 21
2017
FAILED
13 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

REACH-IN COOLERS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 61F, 60.8F, 57.2F, 50.1F INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE COOLERS. ALL COOLERS MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW. COOLERS ARE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-05A

CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD STORED IN COOLERS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE HAMBURGER PATTIES 58F, STEAK 48.1F, RICE 47.9F, ETC. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD ALL FOOD IN INOPERABLE COOLERS APPROXIMATELY 800LBS AND $6400 OF PRODUCT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

CRITICALOther
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE

NO HOT WATER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINED WATER LEAKING FROM DRAINPIPE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

SERIOUSSanitation
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

GREASE TRAP ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND LEAKING ONTO FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND REPAIR GREASE TRAP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030

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

INVERT ALL FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

ALL SHELVES AND LEDGES BEHIND FRONT COUNTER MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. REPLACE DAMAGED TILES ALONG BASEBOARDS IN DINING AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD EQUIPMENT AND CONTACT SURFACES. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, GRILL, FRYERS, STOVE, HOLDING UNITS, CUTTING BOARDS, TOASTERS, COFFEE MACHINE, MICROWAVE, PREP TABLES, CABINETS, SHELVING UNITS, CUP HOLDERS, COUNTER, SINKS, DRAWERS, ETC.

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

REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER OFF FLOOR IN ALL AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND WASHROOM AREAS. REPAIR FLOOR NEAR FRONT DOOR(BROKEN TILE).

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

REPLACE ALL MISSING CEILING TILES IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN ALL STAINED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. CLEAN ALL WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREAS. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.

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

REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN WASHROOMS.

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

REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN STAFF WASHROOM.

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

REMOVE ALL INOPERABLE/UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

NOV 22
2016
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

NOTED POTS AND PANS NOT INVERTED AFTER SANITIZING.

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

COUNTER SEATS TORN WITH PADDING STICKING OUT. COUNTER SEATS NEED REPAIR.

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

INTERIOR OF ICE CREAM FREEZER NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILT UP ICE.

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

INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN FLOORS AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA.

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

VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE RANGE GREASY NEEDS CLEANING AT REAR FOOD PREP AREA.

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

ICE SCOOP NOT PROPERLY STORED.INSTRUCTED MANAGMENT ON HOW TO PROPERLY STORE A ICE SCOOP.

MAR 18
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS OF FOOD DEBRIS.

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

CLEAN AROUND AND IN BETWEEN HEAVY EQUIPMENT AT REAR OF DEBRIS.

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

REPLACE/REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT REAR PREP AREA.

FEB 9
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDERNEATH THE STORAGE SHELVING IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.

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

NOTED WATER STAIN CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT DINING AREA. MUST REPLACE OR PAINT. ALSO MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT DINING AREA AND THE INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM TO REMOVE DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FILTER IN THE REAR PREP AREA ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

NOTED A FEW LIGHT BURNT OUT IN THE DINING AND PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN LIGHT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NOTED A FEW COOKS WITHOUT THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY.

SEP 26
2014
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED WATER ON THE RESTROOM , AND REAR PREP BEHIND THE STOVE FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND KEEP DRY.

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

OBSERVED RESTROOM SINK NOZZLE LEAKING AT BASE ON TO THE FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

JUL 9
2014
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER AND BOX FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN.

MAY 2
2014
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE REAR SLICER,GRINDER, AND SYRUP PUMPS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR REAR COOLERS FANGUARD COVERS. OBSERVED STORAGE SHELF UNDER ICE CREAM SYRUP PUMPS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN

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

OBSERVED THE CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO WALLS,PIPES ALONG WALLS IN REAR PREP THRU-OUT,DUSTY.MUST CLEAN.

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

RIGHT FAUCET AT 3-COMP BEHIND FRONT COUNTER LEAKY.MUST REPAIR.

APR 7
2014
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE REAR SLICER,GRINDER, AND SYRUP PUMPS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR REAR COOLERS FANGUARD COVERS. OBSERVED STORAGE SHELF UNDER ICE CREAM SYRUP PUMPS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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

OBSERVED THE CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

JUL 2
2013
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

LEAK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

FEB 28
2013
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE KEPT IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

NEW CUTTING BOARD NEEDED, WORN WITH DEEP CUTS AND DISCOLORED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. FRONT GRILL IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD SPILLS.

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

FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

BATHROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING.

NOV 15
2012
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NEED TO RESEAL RUSTY COOLER STORAGE SHELVE IN REAR. REMOVE RUST.

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

NEED TO CLEAN FRONT COUNTER, AND REAR DRY STORAGE SHELVES (DUSTY).

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

CLEAN INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS.

AUG 17
2012
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.CLEAN AND SANITIZE REAR SLICER, GRINDER FRONT SHAKE MACHINE. CLEAN EXTERIOT OF HOT HOLDING UNIT,PANCAKE 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.OBSERVED SEVERAL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES NEED TO REPLACE.

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

All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.NEED TO PROVIDE HAIR NETS OR BASEBALL CAPS.

APR 13
2012
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INTERIOR OF COOLERS, STORAGE DRAWERS AND SHELVES NEED DETAILED CLEANING.

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

EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.

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

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION

JAN 27
2012
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INTERIOR OF COOLERS, STORAGE DRAWERS AND SHELVES NEED DETAILED CLEANING.

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

EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.

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

WIPING CLOTHS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.

DEC 29
2011
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.

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

FOUND SHELVING UNITS NOT WIPED DOWN AT REAR OF PREMISES.

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

FOUND HOLE IN WALL BY ICE MACHINE THAT MUST BE SEALED.

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

FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT ICEMACHINE AND COFFEE MACHINE.(CHECK VALVES AT WATER LINES)

SEP 27
2011
PASSED
0 violations
SEP 2
2011
PASSED
2 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 REPLACE TOWEL DEVICE IN CUSTOMER WASHROOM.INSTALL TOWEL DEVICE FOR PAPER TOWELS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM,AND TISSUE DEVICE.

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

The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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.REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET CONNECTION AT 3-COMP IN REAR PREP.

JAN 20
2011
PASSED
2 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. INSTALL TOWEL DEVICE AT HAND SINK BEHIND COUNTER.

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

The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 2- COMP SINK IN REAR.

AUG 12
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINING ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE(AIR TEMP WAS 48.8 DEGREES)- UNIT NEEDS SERVICING, REPAIRMAN ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION-CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL

CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

SAUSAGE-48.1 DEGREES, COOKED RICE-51.2 DEGREES, STEAK-50.1 DEGREES, TACO MEAT-48.1 DEGREES, CHOPPED STEAK-48.8 DEGREES, MILK-46.1 DEGREES, CHOPPED HAM-50.4 DEGREES-ALL PRODUCTS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED-CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL

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

ALL FOODS PREPPED AND REFRIGERATED MUST BE PROPERLY LABELLED & DATED(RAW & COOKED PRODUCTS).

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

ALL SINGLE-SERVICE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN CLEAN CONTAINERS INVERTED.

MINORFood Temperature
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND LOWER 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA NOT MAINTAINING ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE(NO POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN IT AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION), HAD ICY BUILD-UP INSIDE -MUST DISCONNECT & DEFROST UNIT FIRST AND REPAIR IT IF NECESSARY.

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

CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: GRILLS IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS, INTERIORS OF COOLERS & FREEZERS, HOODS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES WHERE NEEDED.

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

DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.

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

CLEAN WALLS IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA, REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN SAME AREA. CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN AND/OR REPLACE LIGHT SHIELDS IN DINING AREA.

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

REPLACE CHIPPED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND REPLACE BLOWN LIGHTS N SAME AREA.

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

PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR BOTH 2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS.

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