SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

LONGMAN & EAGLE.

BEAT. 18/100

2657 N KEDZIE AVE · LOGAN SQUARE, CHICAGO

Last inspected November 19, 2025 · passed with conditions

Failed 7 of 26 inspections. 15 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
26
12 passed · 7 w/ conditions · 7 failed
VIOLATIONS
141
includes 15 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Mar 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

NOV 19
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED

Observed 2 employees handling ready-to-eat foods with bare hands; bread, sliced tomatoes and bar garnishes. instructed manager not to handle such food items with bare hands. Priority violation 7-38-010.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

No hands washing sign in women's restroom , Instructed to post.

MINORSanitation
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Brooms and dust pans stored next to clean utensils in main prep kitchen, Instructed to store away from prep kitchen.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

Food handlers not wearing hair restraints, Instructed to wear.

MINORFood Temperature
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Large spoons in-use kept in standing water at room temperature, Instructed to keep according to health code,ie.

MINORSanitation
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Deli cups not air dried after washing and stacking, Instructed to air dry all multi-use utensils after washing.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Unable to locate back flow prevention device on basements ice makers, Instructed to install.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inadequate lighting in 1st floor walk-in cooler, instructed to add more lights.

OCT 24
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS AT THE BAR AREA AND BASEMENT WAREWASHING AREA MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

CRITICALOther
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAGS MAINTAINED ON-SITE PRIOR TO 90 DAYS PAST DATE OF SALE KEPT IN DISORGANIZED RECORD-KEEPING SYSTEM, NOT IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER, SOME TAGS MISSING DATE WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM CONTAINER WAS SOLD. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE EXISTING SHELLSTOCK TAGS WITH APPROVED SYSTEM IN WHICH TAGS ARE KEPT IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER CORRELATED TO THE DATE ON THE TAG AND ALL TAGS HAVE THE DATE OF THE LAST SHELLSTOCK FROM THE CONTAINER RECORDED ON THE TAG. PERSON-IN-CHARGE ORGANIZED ALL SHELLSTOCK TAGS INTO CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER ON-SITE AND REMOVED TAGS SOLD BEYOND 90 DAYS FROM THE LAST POINT OF SALE ON-SITE. PERSON-IN-CHARGE ADDED LAST-SOLD DATES TO ALL TAGS FROM SALES RECORDS ON-SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF PINK AND ORANGE SLIME-LIKE SUBSTANCES ON FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES (ICE SHIELD PLATE) OF LARGE ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT AREA, ICE SHIELD PLATE IS NOT CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. PERSON-IN-CHARGE DISCARDED ALL ICE AND CLEANED AND SANITZED ALL FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFacility Condition
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED 2-DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER IN THE FRONT BAR AREA MISSING INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

OBSERVED SMALL LID ON 2-DOOR LINE COOLER IN THE FRONT SERVICE KITCHEN AREA TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, SEVERE DENTS AND REMOVED FROM HINGES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE 2-DOOR LINE COOLER SMALL LID AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SMALL OPENING APPROXIMATELY 3 INCHES WIDE IN BASEMENT ALCOHOL STORAGE AREA WALL (BELOW SHELVES ALONG REAR WALL). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR FILL SMALL OPENING TO ELIMINATE POSSIBLE METHOD OF ENTRY FOR PESTS AND TO MAINTAIN PHYSICAL FACILITIES IN GOOD REPAIR.

APR 12
2023
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP AT REAR EXIT DOOR SWEEP (AT REAR PREP AREA). INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOP IMPROPERLY STORED INSIDE ICE BIN AT BAR. MUST PROVIDE A CLEAN CONTAINER FOR ICE SCOOP.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

REAR PREP AREA STAND UP FREEZER INTERIOR WITH ACCUMULATED ICE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF SAID FREEZER AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

BABY GARAGE FLOOR CLUTTERED THROUGHOUT. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS OFF FLOOR OR REMOVE ITEMS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON FLOOR AROUND GREASE TRAP AT BASEMENT DISHWASH AREA UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND FOOD/GREASE BUILD UP ON BASEMENT FLOOR AROUND MOP SINK. MUST CLEAN BASEMENT FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

REAR PREP AREA CEILING LIGHT BULBS MISSING END CAPS ALSO BASEMENT CEILING LIGHT BULBS MISSING COVER ABOVE DISHWASH AREA. MUST PROVIDE END CAPS/PROTECTIVE BARRIER FOR SAID CEILING LIGHT BULBS.

AUG 26
2022
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 24
2022
FAILED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORPest Activity
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAKING WATER LINES IN THE BASEMENT ACROSS FROM THE ICE MACHINES DRAINING INTO THE FLOOR AND ALONG THE CEILING NEXT TO THE OFFICE. MUST REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED BACKED UP DRAIN LINES BEHIND BOTH BARS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER BOTH BARS AND BAR COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO ELIMINATE PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.

MINORPest Activity
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2562301 ON 8/17/22 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS BEHIND BOTH BARS AND IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND FOOD PREP AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

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AUG 17
2022
FAILED
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE OR DESCRIBE WHICH ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MUST ADD THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT BEFORE THE REMINDER STATEMENT:"THESE ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED OR MAY CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.

SERIOUSOther
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP

OBSERVED VACUUM PACKAGED MEATS (FOIE GRAS, CHICKEN WINGS, STEAK, ETC.) AND VEGETABLES (COOKED CARROTS) ON THE PREMISES WITHOUT A CDPH APPROVED HACCP PLAN. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED NOT TO VACUUM PACKAGE ANY TCS FOODS WITHOUT AN APPROVED HACCP PLAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
VARIANCE OBTAINED FOR SPECIALIZED PROCESSING METHODS

OBSERVED NO CDPH APPROVED HACCP PLAN OR VARIANCE FOR VACUUM PACKAGING MEATS AND VEGETABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED NOT TO VACUUM PACKAGE ANY TCS FOODS WITHOUT AN APPROVED HACCP PLAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. SEE VIOLATION #29 FOR CITATION.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS AND 5 LIVE HOUSE FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. SMALL FLYING INSECTS WERE OBSERVED BEHIND THE OSB MAR AND MAIN BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. LIVE HOUSE FLIES WERE OBSERVED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED

OBSERVED THE DRAIN LINE FOR THE WALL AIR CONDITIONING UNIT DRAINING INTO THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE THE DRAIN LINE SO THAT IT DRAINS INTO THE FLOOR DRAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CLEAN THE DUST FROM THE WALLS BEHIND THE MAIN BAR.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT A VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.

NOV 17
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

LOW TEMPERATURE BAR GLASS MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING, 0 PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID GLASS MACHINE MUST SANITIZE BETWEEN 50 PPM AND 100 PPM CHLORINE. ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE TEMPORARILY WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK OR AT OTHER PROPERLY SANITIZING DISHMACHINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS MISSING STOPPERS (X6). INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE WORKING STOPPERS FOR DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

DISHMACHINE DRAIN PIPE AND BASEMENT DISHWASH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT DRAIN PIPES LEAKING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

OCT 17
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
14 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS TOUCHING READY TO EAT FOOD (SANDWICHES AND LIMES) WITH BARE HANDS WHILE PLATING MEALS FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. INFORMED MANAGER THERE IS NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD. MUST WEAR GLOVES, USE TONGS, UTENSILS, ETC. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD NOT PROPERLY LABELED IN COOLERS. ALL REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY LABELED WITH DATE BY WHICH FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, CONSUMED, OR DISCARDED WITH A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE/REMINDER STATEMENT ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON SIDE EXIT DOOR IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

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

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED UNDER SEWER LINES AND UNFINISHED CEILINGS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY ENCASE ALL WATER LINES TO INTERCEPT POTENTIAL DRIPS AND PROVIDE DROP CEILING IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

MINORSanitation
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

OBSERVED PRESET TABLEWARE NOT COVERED OR INVERTED ON DINING ROOM TABLES. ALL PRESET TABLE WARE SHALL BE PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION BY BEING WRAPPED, COVERED, OR INVERTED OR RESET UPON CUSTOMER SEATING.

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

OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN BASEMENT LIQUOR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FOR STORAGE.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO TEST KIT FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING DISH MACHINE. IN HOT WATER MECHANICAL WAREWASHING OPERATIONS, AN IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR SHALL BE PROVIDED AND READILY ACCESSIBLE FOR MEASURING UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND SPILLS ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS IN FRONT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILES AND PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED UNFINISHED WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

APR 13
2018
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Found forks and knives set at each place setting on tables throughout open to possible contamination. Instructed facility to store/display in a proper way to help prevent possible contamination and to maintain.

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

Observed the large cutting board attached to the prep cooler in the first floor kitchen by the bar to be worn and dirty with deep, dark grooves in it. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed waste water pipes above the liquor storage areas. Instructed facility to encase said pipes or relocate items and maintain.

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

Observed items in the liquor room stored on milk crates. Instructed facility to store on shelves that are at least 6 inches off floors with adequate space to clean under and to maintain.

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

Observed exposed brick walls in the dining room. Instructed to seal and maintain smooth and easily cleanable. Observed heavy grease and dirt accumulation on the exhaust hood filters in the basement prep area and the first floor kitchen by the bar. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed no working sink stoppers for the basement three compartment sink. Instructed facility to obtain and maintain.

APR 6
2018
FAILED
8 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

Observed food not adequately protected: found sugar cubes in an open container on each table for customer self service (did not witness reuse). Instructed facility that all food must be adequately protected at all times (covered or brought out to table after seating). Correct and maintain. Observed a food dehydrator, microwave, and small portable fryer stored under a grease trap in the basement near the ice machines. Instructed facility to relocate said items so they are adequately protected from possible contamination. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

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

Observed waste water flowing back up into a compartment of the three compartment sink when water was released from an adjacent compartment at same sink. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so that when water is released it does not back up and is disposed of properly. Serious violation 7-38-030.

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

Observed prepared items not properly labeled. Instructed facility to label and maintain.

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

Found forks and knives set at each place setting on tables throughout open to possible contamination. Instructed facility to store/display in a proper way to help prevent possible contamination and to maintain.

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

Observed the large cutting board attached to the prep cooler in the first floor kitchen by the bar to be worn and dirty with deep, dark grooves in it. Instructed facility to replace and maintain. Observed waste water pipes above the liquor storage areas. Instructed facility to encase said pipes or relocate items and maintain.

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

Observed items in the liquor room stored on milk crates. Instructed facility to store on shelves that are at least 6 inches off floors with adequate space to clean under and to maintain. Observed dirt and debris on the floors throughout the liquor room. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed exposed brick walls in the dining room. Instructed to seal and maintain smooth and easily cleanable. Observed heavy grease and dirt accumulation on the exhaust hood filters in the basement prep area and the first floor kitchen by the bar. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed small leaks at the basement exposed hand sink faucet and the first floor exposed hand sink at the kitchen by the bar. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed low hot water pressure in the women's washroom. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed no working sink stoppers for the basement three compartment sink. Instructed facility to obtain and maintain.

OCT 24
2017
PASSED
0 violations
OCT 17
2017
FAILED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED BLACK/PINK SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE LARGE ICE MACHINE (RIGHT SIDE ICE MACHINE) DRIPPING INTO ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL ICE MACHINES AND MAINTAIN. ALL ICE INSIDE LARGE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILLY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME.

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

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1950887 DATED ON 08/22/16 NOT CORRECTED- #38 MUST INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. 7-42-090.

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

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON COMPRESSORS AT FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOLERS COMPRESSORS.

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

FLOOR BASE TILES MISSING/CRACKED UNDER BASEMENT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ALSO OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS ON CEILING AT REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN/PAINT CEILING AT BASEMENT PREP AREA ALSO MUST SEAL HOLES/GAP ON WALL BASE UNDER BASEMENT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

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

OBSERVED MISSING/CRACKED CEILING LIGHT COVERS AT BASEMENT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CRACKED CEILING LIGHT COVERS/ALL CEILING LIGHT BULBS MUST BE COVERED.

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

OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT AT REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

AUG 22
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

Found vacuum packaging machine in rear prep kitchen. Facility does not have regulatory approval from Chicago Department of Public Health. Instructed to discontinue vacuum packaging immediately. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

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

Outside garbage area not maintained. Found 1 dumpster in rear of restaurant overflowing, with both lids of dumpsters open. Must keep area clean around dumpsters; lids must remain closed at all times; and dumpster may not be overflowing. Are was cleaned during inspection. Lids closed. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Found several items in front prep cooler and bulk items not properly labeled. Instructed to label all prepped or potentially hazardous foods with date, and bulk food items with name. Must maintain.

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

Multi-use utensils (silverware for customers) improperly stored, uncovered on tables. Must either cover or roll silverware to prevent contamination.

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

Found heavily soiled cutting board with deep groves in front prep area. Must repair or resurface. Found raw wood shelves in rear bar area. Must paint or seal so that all surfaces are smooth and easily cleanable. Found broken gasket on 2 door cooler in rear prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

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

Found pipes (just under bar top) and shelves in front bar with excessive dust build up. Found soda gun mixer with dirt build up. Found rear bar shelves with excessive dust build up. Must remove, clean and sanitize all. Found ice machine in basement with small amounts of orange and pink mold like substance in top interior. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize machine. Must maintain.

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

Found several cracked tiles in basement dish (under 3 compartment sink) and prep area (under stove leg). Must repair or replace.

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

Found rear hood with excessive dust and grease build up. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitize. Found hole in ceiling above basement prep. Instructed to repair and maintain.

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

Found missing ceiling tile in basement prep area. Found light not functioning in rear prep hood. Must repair or replace all.

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

Found area of dry storage in basement with sewage/waste pipe uncovered. Must completely encase waste pipe throughout dry storage/liquor area. Must install hand washing sink in front bar area.

SEP 21
2015
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERIN FIRST FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED RUSTY PREP TABLE BOTTON IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.

SEP 14
2015
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LID FROM CLOSING PROPERLY ALSO OBSERVED GARBAGE AND TRASH UNDERNEATH DUMPSTER ALSO OBSERVED GREASE CONTAINER TO HAVE GREASE ENCRUSTED ON TOP LIP LID, SIDES AND GROUND SURROUNDIG CONTAINER. THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 04/21/15 REPORT#1441841(35)MUST PROVIDE A DROP CEILING BASEMENT ABOVE ICE MACHINES AND ICE CREAM MACHINE MUST SEAL CEILING COMPLETELY. OR REMOVE UNUSED ICE CREAM MACHINE. 40VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN PREP COOLERS AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE/MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERIN FIRST FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED RUSTY PREP TABLE BOTTON IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.

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

OBSERVED OPENINGS INTO CEILING IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA AND WALL NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

APR 21
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN 1ST FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM NOT MAINTAINED. NO HOT WATER WAS AVAILABLE AT THE HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION. WATER TEMPERATURE 66.1 F. PLUMBER REPAIRED AND HOT WATER WAS RESTORED DURING INSPECTION WATER TEMPERATURE 101.1F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE, INSIDE OF THE (2) TWO ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED BLACK, BROWN AND RED SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. ICE IS BEING USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. MUST TURN OFF MACHINE REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR SURFACES CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION. 7-38-005(A). ICE MACHINE WAS CLEANED AND SANITIZED DURING INSPECTION BY THE ICE COMPANY.

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

MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE PREP COOLER AT FRONT PREP AREA.

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

OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD AT FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES. MUST BE SENDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACE.

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

MUST PROVIDE A DROP CEILING BASEMENT ABOVE ICE MACHINES AND ICE CREAM MACHINE MUST SEAL CEILING COMPLETELY. OR REMOVE UNUSED ICE CREAM MACHINE. OBSERVED CEILING TILES MISSING INSIDE LIQUOR ROOM IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR/MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN PREP COOLERS AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE/MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED ON TOP OF ICE BIN AT FRONT BAR.MUST PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS IN 1ST FLOOR. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

APR 22
2014
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced, prep tables lower shelving that had rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Kitchen storage shelving that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed. Rear kitchen storage shelving that had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced. Bsmt storage shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced.

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

Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning, walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), bsmt storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Prep tables lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Walk in cooler fan guadrs not clean, need detailed cleaning.

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

Floors under heavy equipment, shelving in bsmt not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in bsmt storage room areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Walls that had peeling paint in 1st floor front prep area that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed. Bsmt ceiling that had peeling paint/plaster, and holes, shall be repaired/sealed. Door frame in 2nd prep area had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Broken light shield in bsmt by dish machine area shall be replaced.

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

Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.

FEB 18
2014
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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

OBSERVED RUST BUILDUP ON THE KITCHEN PREP SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND REPAINT.

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

DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE STORAGE SHELVES FOR BEER GLASSES IN THE BACK BAR STORAGE AREA.

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

OBSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND ALSO DEBRIS UNDER THE FRYERS AT MAIN KITCHEN AREA. DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER FOOD EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN AND KITCHEN PREP AREA. RESEAL THE OPENING AT THE FLOOR BASEBOARD UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT.

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

OBSERVED DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP IN THE KITCHEN HOOD VENT AND FILTERS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND REPLACE FILTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE CEILING OF THE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT.

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

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS FOR BULBS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR VACUUM BREAKER AT BASEMENT MOP SINK FAUCET.

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

MUST CLEAN, REORGANIZE, AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT.

JUN 14
2013
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REMOVE RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND SPLASHGUARD NEEDED AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FRONT SERVICE KITCHEN.

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

WALLS/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER LOCATED IN BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED,SANITIZED AND SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGEMENT.

JUN 10
2013
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE (2)TWO ICE MACHINES NOTED TO MANAGEMENT. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION .MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

SERIOUSDocumentation & 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, BACON,EGGS,SHELLFISH, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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

MUST REMOVE RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND SPLASHGUARD NEEDED AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FRONT SERVICE KITCHEN.

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

FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.

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

WALLS/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER LOCATED IN BASEMENT MUST BE CLEANED,SANITIZED AND SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGEMENT.

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

CLEAN DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVERS TROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND REPAIR WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

THERMOMETERS MUST BE PROVIDED AND VISIBLE INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.

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

UNNECESSARY ARTICLES MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES AND PROPERLY STORE ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.

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

HAIR RESTRAINTS ARE NEEDED FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS WHEN WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS.

AUG 15
2012
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

VIOLATION STILL PENDING

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

VIOLATION STILL PENDING

AUG 7
2012
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

FOUND OVERFLOWING GARBAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LOCK AND CHAIN, AND GREASE STAINS ON GROUND AREA, AREA NOT BEING PROPERLY CLEAN AND MAINTAINED, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020

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

MUST CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS

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

MUST PROVIDE A DROP CEILING BASEMENT PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLES, MUST SEAL CEILING COMPLETELY, OR REMOVE TABLES IF NOT BEING USED FOR PREP

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

MUST PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR THREE COMPARTMENT

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS

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

MUST CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE ALL CLUTTER

FEB 21
2012
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST RESEAL RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER

MINORSanitation
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. THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAILED CLEANING, STOVES, TOPS AND SIDE OF COOKING EQUIPMNET, FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER, SHELVINGS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP, MANUAL POTATO PEELER, AND CUTTING BOARDS ETC.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT INCLUDING BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS, DRY STORAGE,LIQUOR/OFFICE AREAS, NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING, MUST ALSO ADJUST THRESHOLD REAR DOOR

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST PROVIDE A DROP CEILING BASEMENT PREP AREA ABOVE PREP TABLES, MUST SEAL CEILING COMPLETELY, OR REMOVE TABLES IF NOT BEING USED FOR PREP

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

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN, ORGANIZE GARAGE STORAGE AREAS

JUN 9
2011
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 2
2011
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND EVIDENCE OF LIVE FRUIT FLIES APPROXIMATELY 20 IN VARIOUS AREAS OF BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE/BAR AREA 1ST FLOOR AND REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM LEFT CORNER.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE STANDING WATER ON,AROUND BENEATH ICE MACHINES IN BASEMENT,MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY,PROVIDE LIDS FOR TRASH CANS FOR SAID PEST CONTROL,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR.

MINORSanitation
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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING BAR GUNS,HOUSING ATTACHED AT BAR,STOVES,FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER,SHELVINGS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP,MANUAL POTATO PEELER,CUTTING BOARDS ETC.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROGHOUT INCLUDING BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS,DRY STORAGE,LIQUOR/OFFICE AREAS.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.WALLS BEHIND DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND SEAL OPENINGS WERE NOTED.

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

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. LIGHT BULB OVER FOOD PREP AREA IN KITCHEN MUST BE SHIELDED.

MINORSanitation
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. VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS NOT WORKING MUST REPAIR,CLEAN DUST ON SAID COVERS SAME AREAS.

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

Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS,REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS WERE NOTED,PROPERLY STORE REMAINING ARTICLES 6" OFF FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING.

MAR 17
2010
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. FOUND CLEANED MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ITEMSS ON SHELVING UNITS THRU-OUT FACILITY NOT PROPERLY STORED,INSTRUCTED TO INVERT OR COVER WITH LIDS,OR FOIL. DISHWASER RACKS STORED ON FLOOR, AND BOXES OF PRODUCTS ON FLOOR ,ALL MUST BE ELEVATED 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES

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 REMOVE CLOTH HAND DRYING DEVICE IN TOILET ROOMS WHICH WAS INSTALLED AFTER REMODELLING WITHOUT CONTACTING CDPH[FOOD PROTECTION DIVISION.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS OR AIR HAND DRYER. ALSO MUST PROVIDE LID FOR ICE BIN IN THE BAR.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
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. MOP SINK, INSIDE OUTER WALLS OF EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK IN BASEMENT,TOP OF ICE MACHINE WITH DUST AND FILTER ON HOOD IN BASEMENT,BREAD SHELF IN BASEMENT WITH DUST,ALL NEEDS CLEANING.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS AT UNIFORM SECTION OF BASEMENT,AND FLOOR AT BEER AND MOP SINK AREAS WITH DEBRIS , ALSO STAIR WELLS,ALL NEEDS CLEANING.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS ON WALL IN BASEMENT,CLEAN WALLS AT 3COMP. SINK IN BASEMENT.

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. OBSERVED FOODSERVICE STAFF HANDLING FOOD IN KITCHEN WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT,INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE HAIR RESTRAIN ON WHILE HANDLING FOOD.

MINORSanitation
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. MUST PROVIDE STORAGE CONTAINER FOR ICE SCOOPS AT ICE MACHINE AND AT ICE SERVING AREAS.

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