SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

LOS OLIVO'S.

EAT. 77/100

3400 W 31ST ST · NORTH LAWNDALE, CHICAGO

Last inspected February 19, 2026 · passed

16 of 25 inspections passed, with 9 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
25
16 passed · 4 w/ conditions · 5 failed
VIOLATIONS
105
includes 9 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Apr 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

FEB 19
2026
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WOODEN UTENSIL STORAGE SHELVES ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE SHELVES TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE AND STOVE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED OPENINGS IN FLOOR, DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, MISSING WALL TILE ALONG STOVE IN REAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND REPLACE WALL TILES AND BASEBOARDS AS NEEDED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM, WALLS, PIPING AND FIXTURES IN PREP AREA, CEILING VENTS AND CEILING FAN LOBBY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING.

JUL 16
2025
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE LEAK AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT PIPE BELOW. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED FILTERS IN HOOD SYSTEM WITH BUILD UP OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

DEC 11
2024
PASSED
0 violations
OCT 4
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

EXCESSIVE GREASE, DUST, AND DEBRIS ON ALL ATTACHED PIPING, ELECTRICAL OUTLET AND WIRING NEAR REAR VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

NOV 17
2022
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RESIDUE ON BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES IN REAR DISH AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DEBRIS IN CORNERS IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING TILES ON WALLS IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA NEAR COOKTOP AND IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN FRONT PREP AREA AND REAR PREP AREA VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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OCT 27
2021
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

MULTI USE EQUIPMENT (CUTTING BOARDS) IMPROPERLY STORED ON FLOOR. INSTD TO ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN

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

MULTI USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED, NOT INVERTED (HANDLE DOWN). INSTD TO STORE INVERTED (HANDLE UP)

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

RUSTY SURFACES ON BOTTOM SHELVES OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SURFACE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE

JUN 18
2021
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR BY SEALING 1/4 GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.

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

OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON SHELVING UNITS REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN AREA NEXT TO MAIN PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED HOOD AND VENT IN REAR WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS, DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 20
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

3-603.11 OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (EGGS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-601.11 OBSERVED NO INGREDIENT LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE AT THE FRON CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE INGREDIENT LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-602.11(B:5) OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS THAT ARE FOR SALE AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON THE PREPACKAGED DESSERTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

2-402.11 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT A BEARD GUARD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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

4-101.19 OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING REUSED AS A SHELF AND FLOOR LINER. INSTRUCTED DO NOT REUSE CARDBOARD.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 OBSERVED VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WITH WALL AND FLOOR IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114 OBSERVED MINOR CLUTTER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE.

FEB 22
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-102.14(N): **PF** FOOD EMPLOYEES and CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES are informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibility to report in accordance with LAW, to the PERSON IN CHARGE, information about their health and activities as they relate to diseases that are transmissible through FOOD, in accordance with the law. NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. -

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11: **PF** Clean-up of Vomiting and Diarrheal Events: A RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT shall have procedures for EMPLOYEES to follow when responding to vomiting or diarrheal events that involve the discharge of vomitus or fecal matter onto surfaces in the RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. The procedures shall address the specific actions EMPLOYEES must take to minimize the spread of contamination and the exposure of EMPLOYEES, consumers, FOOD, and surfaces to vomitus or fecal matter. NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES NOTED ON PROCEDURE. ENSURE DISINFECTANT TO BE USED TO BE EFFECTIVE AGAINST VIRUSES INCLUDING NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12: **C** Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING CHEST FREEZERS ALONG WALLBASE NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -

MINORPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.114: **C** Maintaining Premises, Unnecessary Items and Litter EXCESSIVE PLANTS IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO REMOVE UNNCESSARY ARTICLES. -

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14: **C** Cleaning Ventilation Systems, Nuisance and Discharge Prohibition HOOD AND VENT IN REAR WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS, DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13: **C** Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) FOOD EMPLOYEES ON SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13: **C** Allergen Training - All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs). NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN FOR VERIFICATION. -

FEB 14
2019
FAILED
10 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES NOTED ON PROCEDURE. ENSURE DISINFECTANT TO BE USED TO BE EFFECTIVE AGAINST VIRUSES INCLUDING NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OVER 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES NOTED ON WALLS, STORAGE SHELVES AND BOXES IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED .

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

3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH LEAKING PROFUSELY. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINAIN FREE OF LEAKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

EXCESSIVE PLANTS IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO REMOVE UNNCESSARY ARTICLES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING CHEST FREEZERS ALONG WALLBASE NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

NO LIGHTING AT SIDE STORAGE AREA WHERE ENTRANCE TO PREP AREA LOCATED. INSTD TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

HOOD AND VENT IN REAR WITH EXCESSIVE DEBRIS, DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

FOOD EMPLOYEES ON SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN FOR VERIFICATION.

JAN 12
2018
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE (BURNT)NEXT TO REAR STOVE TOP,MISSING WALL TILE OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 5
2018
FAILED
11 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

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEXT TO REAR CHEST FREEZER,UNDER 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,ON TOP OF CRATE NEXT TO REAR CHEST FREEZER AND LOWER SHELF OF REAR GRILL TABLE.ALSO REAR DOOR SWEEP IS BROKEN.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOOR. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/5/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

SERIOUSSanitation
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR CHECKING SANITIZER SOLUTION CONCENTRATION AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.MUST ELIMINATE GROCERY STORE BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.MUSY REMOVE FOIL FROM LOWER SHELF AT REAR STOVE TOP.

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

MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELF OF TABLE TOP STOVE,MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

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

MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES AND STANDING WATER NEAR REAR DOOR.

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL TILE (BURNT)NEXT TO REAR STOVE TOP,MISSING WALL TILE OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

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

MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.

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

MUST REMOVE ARTICLES FROM IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

FEB 10
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

WALLS AND CEILING IN SIDE PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. HOOD VENTILATION ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. CEILING ABOVE REGISTER IN NEED OF CLEANING TOREMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

LIGHT SHEILD NEEDED IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

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

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

JUL 8
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

MUST CLEAN THE VENT IN THE PREP AREA OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA

JUN 30
2016
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK

OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS TO TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030

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

MUST CLEAN THE VENT IN THE PREP AREA OF DUST BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA

JUN 25
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

THE RUBBER GASKETS AT BOTH DOORS OF THE TWO DOOR COOLER ARE LOOSE; REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS.

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

MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE TABLE UNIT IN REAR NEXT TO THE STOVE TO REMOVE BUILD UP.

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

OBSERVED HOODED SYSTEMS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR IN NEED OF CLEANING; MANAGER STATES CLEANING SCHEDULED FOR NEXT WEEK.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

DEC 3
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALChemical Safety
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM 11/26/14 REPORT 1480396 NOT CORRECTED: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, DIVIDER BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND BASIN IN POOR REPAIR, ALLOWING WATER TO FLOW INBETWEEN. ALSO PIPE LEAKING UNDERNEATH. INSTD TO REPAIR PROPERLY. INSTD MGR NO PLUMBER PUTTY OR OTHER TOXIC SUBSTANCE ALLOWED TO REPAIR DIVIDER. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 CRITICAL.

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

SEE VIOLATION 14 ABOVE.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN THE FOOD-PREP AREA

UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN PREP AREA, ALLOWING CUSTOMERS TO USE TOILET ROOM WHICH IS LOCATED BEHIND DOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTD ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ALLOWED IN SAME AREA.

NOV 26
2014
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSChemical Safety
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, DIVIDER BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND BASIN IN POOR REPAIR, ALLOWING WATER TO FLOW INBETWEEN. ALSO PIPE LEAKING UNDERNEATH. INSTD TO REPAIR PROPERLY. INSTD MGR NO PLUMBER PUTTY OR OTHER TOXIC SUBSTANCE ALLOWED TO REPAIR DIVIDER. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 SERIOUS.

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

LEAK UNDER EXPOSED HANDSINK. REPAIR SAME. SPLASHGUARD MISSING INBETWEEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND UTILITY SINK. PROVIDE SAME. MISSING PROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS.

JUN 5
2014
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOOR BEHIND FREEZERS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME.

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

STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR. REPLACE SAME.

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

THE SINK STOPPERS ARE DAMAGED, REPLACE THE STOPPERS SO THEY ARE SANITARY.

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

THE LARGE CHEST FREEZER DOOR IS DAMAGED, REPAIR THE DOOR SO IT IS SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN. THE REAR OF THE REAR STOVE IS GREASY, CLEAN THE REAR STOVE IN DETAIL.

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

THE FLOOR HAS SOME GREASE BEHIND THE REAR STOVE AND THE GRILL, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.

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

THE REAR HOOD IS DIRTY AND IS STUFFED WITH CARDBOARD, CLEAN THE HOOD AND REMOVE THE CARDBOARD.

SEP 5
2012
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

REPLACE OR REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN/PREPB AREA WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND AND UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT (DEEP FREEZERS, SINKS AND REAR OF KITCHEN).

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

REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENT IN WASHROOM. REPLACE MISSING WALL TILE FROM WALL BEHIND TOILET.

SEP 15
2011
PASSED
0 violations
SEP 8
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.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON FLOOR IN DINING AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/8/11.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
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 SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #547482 6/7/11 NOT CORRECTED.#32 MUST PAINT PEELING PAINT ON SHELVING UNIT ABOVE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPLACE HANDLE ON REFRIGERATOR.MUST PROVIDE A BARRIER BETWEEN LARGE CONTAINERS OF JUICE DRINKS FROM THE PUBLIC.#35 MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON SIDE & REAR DOOR,STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE CHEST FREEZERS.#40 MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS.MUST CORRECT & MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)CITATION ISSUED.

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.MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING CABINETS DOORS & DRAWERS AT SERVICE COUNTER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH 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.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING IN DISH WASHING AREA.

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.MUST REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP & DISH WASHING AREA.

JUN 7
2011
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 PAINT PEELING PAINT ON SHELVING UNIT ABOVE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON REFRIGERATOR.MUST PROVIDE A BARRIER BETWEEN LARGE CONTAINERS OF JUICE DRINKS FROM PUBLIC.

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.MUST CLEAN VENTILATION VENT & CEILING PANELS IN TOILET ROOM.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES.

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 AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEPS ON SIDE & REAR DOOR,STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE CHEST FREEZERS.

MINORFood Temperature
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.ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS.

APR 19
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WITH A CITY CERTIFICATE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.

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. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ON STORAGE SHELVES.

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 SEAL AND REPAIR WOOD CABINETS UNDER SERVING COUNTER, FRONT AREA.

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, CHEST FREEZERS, STOVE, STORAGE CABINETS, GRILLS, AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT PREMISES, AND REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES IN WASHROOM.

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

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR 3PART SINK FAUCET AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER SAME SINK.

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

MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT FACILITY, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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