LAS ISLAS MARIAS.

Chicago Health Dept

6560 W FULLERTON AVE · ELMWOOD PARK, CHICAGO

Passed most recent inspection (Apr 2025), 1 critical violation noted.

29 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Apr 2025.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS

VIOLATIONS

170

total on record

LAST INSPECTED

APR 2025

INSPECTION HISTORY

APR 24

2025

PASS 6 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED FLY TRAPS IN MAIN PREP NOT PROVIDED BY PEST CONTROL COMPANY. INSTRUCTED PIC PEST CONTROL BAIT STATIONS MUST BE PROVIDED BY A LICENSED PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE AS NECESSARY.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

3-305.11 FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZER AND ATTIC. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

3-304.12 NOTED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BIN ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

3-304.12 NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE DINING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.

Minor Sanitation

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

4-501.12 NOTED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DISCOLORATION AT THE BAR. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

APR 17

2025

FAIL 9 violations 4 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED HAND WASH SINK AT THE BAR AREA INACCESSIBLE WITH BUCKETS AND DISHES STORED IN THE BASIN OF THE SINK. MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL HAND-WASH SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. VIOLATION ALSO NOTED ON REPORT DATED 01/08/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL AT FRONT PREP HANDWASHING SINK. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. FOOD HANDLER OBTAINED PAPER TOWEL FOR HAND SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Other

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO CONTAINER OF MUSSELS IN UPRIGHT COOLER IN MAIN PREP AREA AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INFORMED MANAGER THAT SHELLFISH SHELLSTOCK TAG MUST REMAIN ATTACHED TO CONTAINER UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE APPROVAL SOURCES OF SHELLFISH AND MAINTAIN TAGS FOR 90 DAYS ON PREMISES. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10 LBS, AT A VALUE OF $20. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 6 LIVE ROACHES LOCATED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN THE MAIN PREP AREA: IN THE CORNER NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, ON THE WALL ABOVE THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK, ON THE WALL NEAR THE COLD-HOLD UNIT, AND THE DRYING RACK OF THE DISHWASHER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE PERFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICES ON PREMISES TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZER AND ATTIC. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE DINING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

NOTED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BIN ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.

Minor Sanitation

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

NOTED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DISCOLORATION AT THE BAR. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.

Minor Sanitation

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, AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

JAN 14

2025

PASS 2 violations

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS STORED IN WATER WITH NO CHEMICAL SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED TONGS AND KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED HOW TO PROPERLY STORE UTENSILS IN-BETWEEN USE AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 7

2025

FAIL 6 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED HAND WASH SINK AT THE BAR AREA INACCESSIBLE WITH BUCKETS AND DISHES STORED IN BASIN OF SINK. MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL HAND WASH SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. VIOLATION ALSO NOTED ON REPORT DATED 01/08/2024. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED

Serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE- RAW OYSTERS AT 53F, RAW SHRIMP AT 50F, RAW OCTOPUS AT 51F, CUT TOMATOES 50.1F, AND CRAB AT 51F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD ITEMS AT 41F OR BELOW. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 5LBS OF OYSTERS, 5LBS OF SHRIMP,5LBS OF OCTOPUS, 3LBS OF CUT TOMATOES, AND 5LBS OF CRAB, VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $100. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Food Temperature

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED PREP COLD HOLD UNIT AT 53F. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED TONGS AND KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED HOW TO PROPERLY STORE UTENSILS IN-BETWEEN USE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Facility Condition

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2587768 DATED JANUARY 8, 2024. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: #39. FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZERS AND ATTIC. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR. 43. NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE DINING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION. #47. NOTED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BIN ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER. #47. NOTED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DISCOLORATION AT THE BAR. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL PREVIOUSLY NOTED VIOLATION AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

JAN 8

2024

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 13 violations 2 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED HAND WASH SINK AT THE BAR AREA INACCESSIBLE WITH ICE BUCKETS STORED IN FRONT OF THE SINK. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEES REMOVE ICE BUCKETS. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL HAND WASH SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Other

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

NOTED SHELLFISH (MUSSELS AND CLAMS)IN A CONTAINER INSIDE THE BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER WITH NO IDENTIFICATION TAGS AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ALWAYS HAVE TAGS ATTACHED TO THE EACH BATCH UNTIL THE LAST PRODUCT IS USED AND THEN THE TAG MUST BE STORED FOR AN ADDITIONAL 90 DAYS IN A FOLDER. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $120.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN-FREEZERS. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.

Minor Sanitation

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

NOTED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.

Minor Sanitation

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

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT STORED INSIDE TIN CANS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

Minor Sanitation

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

NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER ON THE FLOOR AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CONDENSATION UNITS.

Minor Sanitation

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

NOTED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DISCOLORATION AT THE BAR. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NOTED LEAKAGE AT THE BOTTOM PIPE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE WAITERS STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NOTED THE BATHROOM DOOR OF THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NOTED WASH ROOMS ON PREMISE WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN WASH ROOMS AND UNISEX WASH ROOMS

Minor Sanitation

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

NOTED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED WITH GREASE ON TOP OF CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GREASE CONTAINER AND ITS SURROUNDING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

NOTED HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE, ON PIPES/CONDUITS AND ON EDGES OF THE EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD, FILTERS AND PIPES/CONDUITS.

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FEB 1

2023

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 7 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Chemical Safety

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAGS IN FOLDER WITHOUT A DATE RECORDED WHEN LAST SHELLSTOCK WAS SOLD. The date when the last SHELLSTOCK from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Serious Other

FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED

OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN AND RAW BEEF STORED ON TOP OF ONE ANOTHER IN SAME TRAY LOCATED IN SLIDING COOLER. OBSERVED RAW ITEMS WERE PORTIONED IN BAGS WHICH WERE TOUCHING AND BLOOD DRIPPING FROM BAGS WHILE STORED IN SAME TRAY. INSTRUCTED TO USE SEPERATE EQUIPMENT FOR EACH FOOD ITEM. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEE DISCARDED FOOD ITEMS. WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS AT A COST OF $75.00.

Minor Food Temperature

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

OBSERVED RAW SHRIMP SITTING IN WATER IN 1-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO THAW UNDER RUNNING WATER OF 70.0F OR BELOW OR IN ADEQUATE REFRIGERATION OF 41.0F OR BELOW.

Minor Chemical Safety

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS (SUGAR, SPICES)WITH COMMON NAME TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE BIN LOCATED AT BAR. MUST STORE ICE SCOOP IN CLEAN CONTAINER WHEN NOT BEING USED.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES AT PREP LINE IN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.

Minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED EXPIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

MAR 11

2022

PASS · 0 violations

MAR 4

2022

FAIL 8 violations 2 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE INSIDE THE MENS AND WOMENS WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.

Minor Food Temperature

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

FOUND PACKAGES OF RAW FISH SUBMERGED IN WATER WITH NO RUNNING WATER, THAWING, IN THE 1-COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. FOUND TWO LARGE CONTAINERS OF FROZEN SHRIMP AND OCTOPUS ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLER THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TCS FOODS MUST BE THAWED ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE, SUCH AS UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS 41F OR BELOW OR UNDER RUNNING WATER (70F OR BELOW).

Critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

FOUND 2 LIVE COCKROACHES IN THE KITCHEN AREA; 1 ON THE PREP LINE HANDWASHING SINK AND 1 ON THE STORAGE RACK USED FOR CLEAN DISH STORAGE. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA - UNDERNEATH THE STORAGE SHELVES AND BEHIND THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY FROM THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

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

NOTED THE CLEAN DISH STORAGE SHELF TO BE MADE OF DAMAGED, UNSEALED WOOD. ALSO OBSERVED A HEAVY, MOLD-LIKE BUILD UP ON THE WOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE OR CLEAN AND REFINISH SO THAT SURFACE IS SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT, AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE THE FRYER LOCATED CLOSEST TO THE GRILL. FOUND SLIME AND DEBRIS INSIDE THE SODA GUN HOLDER AT THE BAR. FOUND GREASE AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES USED THROUGHOUT THE COOKS LINE AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Serious Employee Hygiene

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED ONE OUT OF THE TWO HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE MENS RESTROOM NOT OPERATING AT THIS TIME. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Serious Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY GREASE AND OLD FOOD SPLATTERS ON THE WALLS IN THE COOKS LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

FOUND INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREA THAT IS LOCATED ABOVE THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 6

2019

PASS 1 violation

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-501.19 NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE PROVIDED FOR THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.

AUG 1

2019

FAIL 5 violations 1 CRITICAL

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLER AND DEEP FRYERS.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-501.19 NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE PROVIDED FOR THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT ALONG THE COOK'S LINE.

Minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE TAKE AN ANSI CERTIFIED ALLERGEN TRAINING COURSE AND PROVIDE PROOF OF TRAINING.

Critical Pest Activity

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS #25 AND #38 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2303713 ON 7/25/19: 25 - OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED THROUGH A STATEMENT IN THE FOOTNOTE WITH THE REMINDER STATEMENT OR NEXT TO EACH FOOD ITEM STATING THAT "THESE FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED." 38 - OBSERVED 4 LIVE COCKROACHES IN THE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA AND 1ST FLOOR CLOSET ACROSS FROM THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY FROM THE ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

JUL 25

2019

FAIL 10 violations 4 CRITICAL

Critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES ON THE PREMISES TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE BAR AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER ABOVE 100F TO THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

Serious Food Temperature

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL SANITIZER DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE MACHINE SO THAT A CHLORINE CONCENTRATION OF 100PPM IS PROVIDED AT THE FINAL RINSE. PRIORITY 7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE AND DESCRIBE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO A REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 10 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA LOCATED ABOVE THE WALK-IN COOLER. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLER AND DEEP FRYERS.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE PROVIDED FOR THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR. MUST INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT ALONG THE COOK'S LINE.

Minor Other

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2222991 ON 9/27/18 NOT CORRECTED: 58 - MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

SEP 27

2018

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 12 violations 2 CRITICAL

Critical Documentation & Training

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-102.14(N): NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Sanitation

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11: NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(E)(4): OBSERVED A SLIGHT ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

Serious Food Storage & Handling

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

3-501.17: MUST PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION OF REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED

Serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

3-603.11: MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE, AND REMINDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

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

4-202.16: OBSERVED DIRTY/PEELING CAULK BY THE DISH MACHINE AND 3 COMP SINK AREA. MUST CLEAN AND REPAIR. OBSERVED THE CEILING/WALLS OF THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTY AND PEELING. MUST REMOVE RUST/PEELING PIECES AND PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE, SURFACE.

Minor Other

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

4-204.113: UNABLE TO OBSERVE THE MANUFACTURER DATA PLATE FOR THE DISH WASH MACHINE THAT INDICATES THE REQUIRED TEMP, PRESSURE, AND CYCLE TIME. MUST PROVIDE.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD/DIRT DEBRIS ENCRUSTED ONTO THE DISH MACHINE. MUST REMOVE FOOD/DIRT DEBRIS BUILDUP, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12(A): OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE DISH WASH AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL OF THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM AT THE WALL BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367: MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

OCT 19

2017

PASS 5 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep area, and bar area shall be replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink and 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Cabinet counter by bar area that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

Minor Sanitation

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

Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), Reach in cooler door gaskets not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

Minor Sanitation

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

Floors in 2nd floor storage areas that had exposed raw wood, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.

Minor Sanitation

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

Walls that had exposed raw wood, exposed plaster in 2nd floor storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed. Wall by exposed hand sink in first floor prep area, had exposed plaster, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.

Minor Pest Activity

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

Excess debris and clutter in 2nd floor storage area shall be removed, stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.

FEB 21

2017

PASS · 0 violations

FEB 14

2017

FAIL 6 violations 2 CRITICAL

Critical Pest Activity

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

Found/observed rodent droppings in 2nd floor storage area(20 ), also found/observed rear exit/entrance door not rodent proofed door had 1/4 gap on bottom of door, not rodent proofed, citation issued 7-38-020, serious violation.

Minor Sanitation

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

Caulk around 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sink in kitchen prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.

Minor Sanitation

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

Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean had excess food debris, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Kitchen prep tables not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

Critical Pest Activity

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

Floor in 2nd floor storage area that had mice droppings, need detailed cleaning, sanitizing, mice droppings removed.

Minor Sanitation

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

Walls that peeling paint, exposed raw wood in 2nd floor storage area, shall be repaired/sealed. Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning. Post in kitchen prep area had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Exposed hand sink faucet in kitchen prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced. 3 compartment sink faucet in kitchen prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.

NOV 2

2016

PASS 7 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

RUSTY WIRE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND 3 DOOR COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL AND REPAIR, ICE BUILD-UP IN WALK-IN FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND BETTER MAINTAIN, MUST RESTRICT USING CARD BOARD BOXES FOR FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS,

Minor Sanitation

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

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THREE DOOR COOLER, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, DRY STORAGE SHELVES SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AND TOPS AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT ALL NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL SURFACES,

Minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND BAR, KITCHEN PREP AND SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREAS, UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY, FLOOR WALK-IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,

Minor Sanitation

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

LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

Minor Food Storage & Handling

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

PERSONAL ITEMS NOT STORED IN ONE DESIGNATED AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPACE FOR EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS,

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

PIPES LEAKING UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK KITCHEN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA, USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING FOR BETTER STORAGE,

APR 19

2016

PASS · 0 violations

APR 12

2016

FAIL 5 violations 3 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

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

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS ON COOK LINE HANDLING FOODS WITH BARE HANDS, NO GLOVES BEING WORN, AND NO UTENSILS BEING USED TO PICK UP FOODS, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT AT ONCE, PREVIOUS INSTRUCTED TO WEAR GLOVES AND USE UTENSILS TO HANDLE FOODS, BARE HANDS ARE NOT ALLOWED, CRITICAL CITATION: 7-38-010(A)

Critical Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED FRONT SIDE DOOR AND REAR DOOR BY KITCHEN AREA NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX., 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY, SERIOUS CITATION: 7-38-020

Critical Pest Activity

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

OUT SIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, TRASH AND DEBRIS ALL AROUND GARBAGE AREA, AND GREASE CONTAINER NOT CLEAN, GREASE ALL ON TOP OF CONTAINER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN, SERIOUS CITATION: 7-38-020

Serious Food Temperature

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, DATED 01/26/2015 , INSPECTION REPORT # 1522316, FOR VIOLATIONS LISTED BELOW: 32 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON TOP OF PREP TABLE WITH EXCESSIVE SEAMS AND BLACK STAIN.------MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT PIECE OF RAW WOOD UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.--------MUST PROVIDE SODA/WATER GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR. 33 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA AND IN BEHIND BAR, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE, DISH RACKS WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AND IN BAR AREA, PREP SHELVES IN REAR COOKING AREA, STORAGE SHELVES BEHIND BAR COUNTER, KNIFE RACK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GARBAGE CONTAINERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE IN REAR PREP AREA, DRY STORAGE BINS, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND LOWER PANEL. 34 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA AND FLOOR AROUND BAR AREA.--------MUST REPAIR BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN REAR AREA. 04/26/2015 35 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH FOOD SPILLAGE AND STAIN THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST SEAL HOLES ON WALL BEHIND/ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. 38 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP AND IN BAR AREA.----------MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET/SPRAYER NEXT TO DISH MACHINE. 40 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.--------MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO TAKE HOT AND COLD HOLDING OF FOOD PRODUCTS. 41 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ND REORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA, USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. 45 NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION: 7-42-090

Minor Facility Condition

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

MUST PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISH MACHINE

JAN 26

2015

PASS 9 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS ON TOP OF PREP TABLE WITH EXCESSIVE SEAMS AND BLACK STAIN.------MUST CLEAN AND REPAINT PIECE OF RAW WOOD UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.--------MUST PROVIDE SODA/WATER GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA ANG IN BEHIND BAR, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE, DISH RACKS WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP, 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AND IN BAR AREA, PREP SHELVES IN REAR COOKING AREA, STORAGE SHELVES BEHIND BAR COUNTER, KNIFE RACK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GARBAGE CONTAINERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE IN REAR PREP AREA, DRY STORAGE BINS, STORAGE RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE BEHIND LOWER PANEL.

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN SECOND FLOOR STORAGE AREA AND FLOOR AROUND BAR AREA.--------MUST REPAIR BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN REAR AREA.

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH FOOD SPILLAGE AND STAIN THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST SEAL HOLES ON WALL BEHIND/ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT PREP AND IN BAR AREA.----------MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET/SPRAYER NEXT TO DISH MACHINE.

Minor Food Temperature

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.--------MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO TAKE HOT AND COLD HOLDING OF FOOD PRODUCTS.

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ND REORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA, USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.

Minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

Minor Documentation & Training

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

AUG 28

2014

PASS 4 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

Above violation still remaining(Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced).

Minor Sanitation

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

Above violation still remaining( Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, reach in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices)).

Minor Sanitation

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

Above violation still remaining(Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in 1st floor, storage areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)).

Minor Sanitation

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

Above violation still remaining(Walls, ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning).

AUG 21

2014

FAIL 6 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Pest Activity

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

Found/observed live fruit flies(gnats 20 ) in rear kitchen area, and in 2nd floor storage areas(20 )Citation issued 7-38-020 Serious violation.

Minor Chemical Safety

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

Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, reach in freezer.

Minor Sanitation

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

Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.

Minor Sanitation

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

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, reach in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

Minor Sanitation

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

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in 1st floor, and 2nd floor storage areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

Minor Sanitation

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

Walls, ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.

MAY 15

2014

PASS 2 violations

Minor Facility Condition

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

MUST PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE.

Minor Pest Activity

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

MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS AND CLOSET ALSO EMPLOYEE TOLIET ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

MAY 8

2014

FAIL 9 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Pest Activity

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

OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA,BAR AND DINING ROOM. APPROXIMATELY 25 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILING AND CEILING TILES, AND EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS,DINING ROOM AND BAR. ALSO,THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE GARBAGE AREA IS NOT RODENT PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PEST PROOF SAID DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

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

MUST LABEL & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

Minor Sanitation

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

CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP,DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.

Minor Sanitation

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

FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND SIDES OF ALL KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED ETC. ARE NOT CLEANED.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE DAILY.

Minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING INCLUDING STORAGE AREAS,EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM,2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE.ELEVATE ALL STORED ARTICLES WHERE NOTED TO 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.

Minor Sanitation

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

MUST REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON THE VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS.THE WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS,BAR MUST CLEAN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. CAULKING ABOVE THE KITCHEN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Facility Condition

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

MUST PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE AND AT HOOD ABOVE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

MUST REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPES BENEATH THE KITCHEN 1 COMP PREP SINK,AT WOMENS TOILET ROOM HANDSINK. THE DRAIN LINE IS NOT ATTACHED TO SODA GUN HOLDER.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN DRAIN LINE SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN AS REQUIRED.

Minor Pest Activity

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

: MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS AND CLOSET ALSO EMPLOYEE TOLIET ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

MAY 7

2014

FAIL 13 violations 4 CRITICAL

Critical Food Temperature

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE FOOD PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 56.7F. THE COOLER IS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS FISH,SEAFOOD MIX, RAW CHICKEN AND BEEF,PORK CHORIZOS ETC.. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE BELOW 40F ATB ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

Critical Food Temperature

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

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED SHRIMP EMPANADAS AT 50.0F, RAW CHICKEN AT 50.0F, SHRIMPS WITH BACON AT 50.0F, RAW BEEF AT 52F,PASTAS AT 52.0F, PORK CHORISOZ AT 52.0F,SEAFOOD MIX 52.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 12#'S OF FOOD WORTH APPROX. $200.00 AS STATED PER OWNER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

Critical Food Temperature

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

The Low temperature chemical dishmachine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer while dishes were being washed during this inspection "0" ppm found after several attempts.The unit is tagged held for inspection at this time.Must not use until the CDPH is notified via fax or e-mail to request a tag removal once is repaired. Must use the 3 compartment sink for washing-rinsing-sanitizing all multi-use kitchen utensils. Fax # is 312-746-8040 or by-e-mail:. cdphfood@cityofchicago.org. Critical violation 7-38-030.

Critical Pest Activity

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

Serious Documentation & Training

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

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SALADS, PASTAS, FISH,BEEF,RICE,SOUPS,CEVICHES ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED DURING THIS INSPECTION. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED TO THE CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

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

MUST LABEL & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

Minor Sanitation

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

CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP,DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED. MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.

Minor Sanitation

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

FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND SIDES OF ALL KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED ETC. ARE NOT CLEANED.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE DAILY.

Minor Sanitation

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

Minor Sanitation

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

Minor Facility Condition

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

MUST PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD OVER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DISHMACHINE AND AT HOOD ABOVE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Minor Pest Activity

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

MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR DRY STORAGE AREAS AND CLOSET ALSO EMPLOYEE TOLIET ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

JUN 4

2013

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 5 violations

Serious Sanitation

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

FOUND THE LARGE STANDING ICE MACHINE HAS BLACK SUBSTANCE AND LIME BUILDUP INSIDE THE UNIT. ICE MACHINE IS TAGGED TODAY. WHEN THE ICE MACHINE ID CLEAN AND SANITIZED FAX 312 746 4240 OVER A LETTER WITH BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS AND AN INSPECTOR WILL RETURN TO INSPECT THE UNIT AND REMOVE THE TAG, DO NOT USE ICE MACHINE. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-005(A).

Serious Documentation & Training

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

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERITFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREP AND SERVED.SHRIMP 145.2F -SALSA 146.2F SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-012

Minor Sanitation

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

WALKIN FREEZER HAS ICE ALL OVER THE CONDENSER PIPES. NEED TO GET UNIT REPAIRED OR REPLACED.

Minor Sanitation

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

THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ,ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS, WALK-IN COOLERS RACKS, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ON THEM, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

THE FAUCET AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AND THE FAUCET AT THE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAR AREA BOTH HAVE A STEADY STREAM OF WATER COMMING OUT OF THE FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE FAUCETS.

OCT 18

2012

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 7 violations

Serious Food Temperature

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD PROPERLY THAWED

Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation or service. Found 50 lbs of Tilapia thawing in one compartment sink at 80.9 F in warm water. Instructed manager on the three methods for thawing and maintaining potentially hazardous foods at 40 F or below. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(A). Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded, value $250

Serious Other

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

No certified food manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being served and prepared-Rice at 158.0 F. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on premises during all hours of operation. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.

Minor Sanitation

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

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

Minor Sanitation

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

Exhaust hood and filters and soda gunn holders not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.

Minor Sanitation

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

Ceiling tile in kitchen not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Drainline not attached to soda gun holder. Instructed to install drainline.

Minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not provided inside walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.

NOV 3

2011

PASS · 0 violations

OCT 20

2011

FAIL 5 violations

Serious Other

* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. FOUND NO SUMMARY (PREVIOUS INSPECTION) REPORT POSTED ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B)

Serious Sanitation

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT # 176466 DATED 03-02-2010. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST HANGING,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR. #43 - ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION (BEHIND BAR).

Minor Sanitation

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT REAR DINING (EMPLOYEE LUNCHROOM) AREA.

Minor Facility Condition

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 3RD COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (FAR RIGHT) IN REAR PREP AREA.

MAR 2

2010

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 8 violations 2 CRITICAL

Critical Food Temperature

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES WITHOUT SANITIZER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT AND IN REAR AREA, AND IMPROPERLY SET-UP. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE ABLE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSIL. MUST PROVIDE PROPER SANITIZING CONCENTRATION OF 100 PPM FOR CHLORINE AND 200 PPM FOR QUARTERNARY AMMONIUM. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED (7-38-030).

Minor Sanitation

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. FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST HANGING,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.

Minor Sanitation

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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP, ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK, INCLUDING FLOORS IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA UNDER STORAGE SHELVES.

Minor Facility 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. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB IN (RIGHT SIDE) HOOD/VENT (KITCHEN).

Minor Plumbing & 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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (FRONT AREA), MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA.

Minor Other

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

Critical Pest Activity

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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE, MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.

Minor Sanitation

FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION (BEHIND BAR).

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