SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

MOM'S OLD RECIPE MEXICAN RESTAURANT.

EAT. 81/100

5760 N MILWAUKEE AVE · FOREST GLEN, CHICAGO

Last inspected March 18, 2025 · passed

20 of 26 inspections passed, with 10 critical violations on file.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
26
20 passed · 1 w/ conditions · 5 failed
VIOLATIONS
122
includes 10 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Mar 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAR 18
2025
PASSED
0 violations
MAR 20
2024
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINOROther
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED 4 EMPLOYEES WITH MISSING OR EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED 2 OF 3 CERTIFIED MANAGERS WITHOUT ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

AUG 8
2023
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES AT MOP SINK FAUCET.MUST PROVIDE WHERE THEY CAN BE SERVICED AND LOCATED.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

FOUND SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.

JUN 21
2022
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 6
2021
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED PINK MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED AT BAR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED WOMEN'S BATHROOM DOOR IN REAR NOT SELF CLOSING. MUST REPAIR SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED VENT IN MEN'S BATHROOM HANGING FROM CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL VENT ONTO CEILING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN HALLWAY LEADING TO KITCHEN/PREP AREA.

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NOV 19
2020
PASSED
0 violations
NOV 6
2020
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS IN FOOD PREP AREAS.MUST PROVIDE.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION". MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED MULTI-USE KITCHEN UTENSILS ON TOP OF PREP TABLE NOT PROPERLY STORED.MUST BE INVERTED WITH HANDLES-UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE AND INTERIORS OF COOLERS AT REAR STORAGE AREA.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENING ON CEILING NEAR THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE.

SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS #36,#37,#41,#49,#51,#55,#56,#57,#58 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT#2268481 ON 02/25/2019 : #36-FIVE REACH IN COOLER HAS NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. May 25, 2019 #37-ALL DRY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN. May 25, 2019 #41-OBSERVED WIPING CLOTH STORED ALL OVER THE PREP TABLE, ON TOP OF COOLERS, CHOPPING BOARD,ON 3 COMPT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES. May 25, 2019 #49-FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE STORAGE AREA WITH DUST BUILD-UP MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. EXTERIOR TOP OF THE STOVE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. May 25, 2019 #51-BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE,SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. May 25, 2019 #55-BROKEN AND MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE THE REACH IN COOLERS IN THE STORAGE AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. May 25, 2019 #56-FOUND PERSONAL BELONGING HAND BAG, COAT, CLOTHING, STORED EVERYWHERE BY THE SHELVES IN THE STORAGE AREAS,UNDER THE BAR FRONT COUNTER CABINET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. May 25, 2019 #57-NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR SEVEN FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. May 25, 2019 #58-NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. FOOD SANITATION CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. May 25, 2019 INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 11/13/2020. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.

FEB 25
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
17 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLCY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CLEANING SUPPLY KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NO HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

ALL READY TO EAT COOKED TCS FOOD INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED PROPERLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSFacility Condition
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

INSTRUCTED TO PUT REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU AND ON THE WALL REGARDING THE FOOD ITEMS THAT IS BEING SERVED AS UNDERCOOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

FIVE REACH IN COOLER HAS NO VISIBLE THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

ALL DRY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTH STORED ALL OVER THE PREP TABLE, ON TOP OF COOLERS, CHOPPING BOARD,ON 3 COMPT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USES.

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

ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER HANDLED UP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE STORAGE AREA WITH DUST BUILD-UP MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. EXTERIOR TOP OF THE STOVE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE,SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BEHIND AND UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

BROKEN AND MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE THE REACH IN COOLERS IN THE STORAGE AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CEILING VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.

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

FOUND PERSONAL BELONGING HAND BAG, COAT, CLOTHING, STORED EVERYWHERE BY THE SHELVES IN THE STORAGE AREAS,UNDER THE BAR FRONT COUNTER CABINET. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR SEVEN FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. FOOD SANITATION CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

FEB 23
2018
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DRAIN RACKS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.

FEB 20
2018
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DRAIN RACKS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.

FEB 8
2018
FAILED
9 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOUND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE WITH VISIBLE MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCES (PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE) SEVERE BUILD-UP LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE WHICH TO BE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO EMPTY ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE) AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)

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

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2015373 ISSUED ON 06-20-2017 SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #33 - Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), rear kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Reach in cooler door track in bar area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). #34 - Floors under heavy equipment in rear kitchen storage area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). floor in bar area behind counter area had excess debris accumulation, need detailed cleaning(corners). #41 - Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DRAIN RACKS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS.---------MUST CLEAN STORAGE RACKS WITH BLACK AND GREEN MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

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

LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULBS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR STRIPPED (COLD) FAUCET HANDLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP/COOKING AREA.-----------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR AND IN FRONT BAR AREA.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MEASURING FOOD PRODUCT TEMPERATURE.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED INSIDE STORAGE CABINETS IN BAR AREA, REAR STORAGE CABINETS, AND IN PREP/COOKING AREA.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER (S) WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.

JUN 20
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), rear kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Reach in cooler door track in bar area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors under heavy equipment in rear kitchen storage area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). floor in bar area behind counter area had excess debris accumulation, need detailed cleaning(corners).

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 27
2017
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly dated in reach in cooler in kitchen prep area, must properly date food items in reach in cooler in kitchen prep area.

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

Above violation still remaining(Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Cooler shelving that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced).

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

Prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of grill(sides), not clean, had excess grease build up, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floor under 3 compartment sink, and dish machine area 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 damaged exposed plaster, and peeling paint by dish machine area, shall be repaired/sealed.

JAN 4
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Cooler shelving that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.

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

Cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces(exterior) of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors under cooking equipment, prep table areas not clean, need detailed cleaning, floors in bar areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)

APR 19
2016
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

NOTED MISSING FLOOR TILE UNDERNEATH PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPLACE OR LEVEL.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT (2) WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR.

APR 11
2016
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOUND FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE ICE MACHINE. NOTED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE UPPER AND LOWER INTERIOR SURFACES NOT CLEAN DURING ICE PRODUCTION WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP WITH PINK SLIMY SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A).

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR (2) ICE BIN BEHIND BAR.---------MUST NOT USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE WITH LIME/CALCIUM BUILD-UP, ALL PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

NOTED MISSING FLOOR TILE UNDERNEATH PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPLACE OR LEVEL.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AROUND PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY WALL BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH BLACK MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT (2) WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR.

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

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND CLUTTER STORED IN PREP/COOKING AREA, BEHIND AND UNDER COOLING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY IN BAR AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

MAY 26
2015
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

FOODS INSIDE COOLERS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS. FOODS STORED INSIDE SHOPPING BAGS INSIDE COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.

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

MULTI AND SINGLE USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

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

FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE AND UNDER EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.

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

VENTILATION COVERS IN TOILET ROOMS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST AND DETAIL CLEAN. CEILING IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND RESEAL CEILING.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

THERMOMETER NOT PROVIDED INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOETER CONSPICUOUSLY INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED ON SIDE STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM.

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

ICE SCOOP NOT PROPERLY STORED INSIDE ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZE HOLDER OR CONTAINER.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.

OCT 7
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY DATE AND LABEL ALL PREPARED AND COOKED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE ALL COOLERS, REFRIGERATORS AND COLD HOLDING UNITS AT ALL TIMES.

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

MUST PROVIDE WORKING SINK STOPPERS AT THE BAR 3-COMP SINK. MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING SINK STOPPERS AT ALL TIMES.

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

MUST DECLUTTER AND BETTER ORGANIZE THE MOST REAR STORAGE AREA SO AS TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS OFF PREMISES(BOXES ETC.,) AND ALSO ALL ITEMS MUST BE 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

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

MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOPER IN AN ADEQUATE ICE RECEPTACLE CONTAINER. FOUND ICE SCOOPER INSIDE THE BAR ICE BOX FURTHEST TO THE RIGHT HAND SIDE. ALSO FOUND SAME AT THE ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE.

JAN 13
2014
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST PROPERLY STORE FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS IN FOOD GRADE BAGS AT ALL TIMES.

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

MUST REPAIR LOOSE GASKETS AT THE 2DR REFRIGERATOR IN THE REAR AREA LOCATED AT THE RIGHT OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR.

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

MUST DRY FLOOR IN THE MEN'S RESTROOM ON THE LEFT AS YOU ENTER AND AROUND THE TOILET SEAT BASE.

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

MUST CLEAN FLOOR CORNERS AROUND THE 3-COMP SINK A THE BAR AREA TO REMOVE DEBRI.

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKY PIPE AT THE WALL IN THE MEN'S RESTROOM TO PREVENT PUDDLING WATER ON THE FLOOR.

JAN 30
2013
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE ALL COOLERS

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

NOTED MULTIPLE HOLE AND OPENING ALONG WALL BASE THROUGH OUT PREMISES. MUST SEAL AMD MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS AND HIDING PLACE FOR RODENTS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTOR DEVICE AT THE ICE MACHINE BY THE BAR.....ALSO MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT THE MENS HAND WASH SINK AT TOILET.

JAN 23
2013
FAILED
7 violations4 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

NOTED MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE AT THE REAR STORAGE AREA WITH MOP SINK, ON FLOOR AT THE STORAGE AREA WITH REFRIGERATION UNITS, AND INSIDE CABINET ON SHELVING WHERE SODA SYRUPS ARE STORED BY THE BAR. RECOMMENDED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR FOLLOW UP. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN RAILS AND INSIDE OF PRODUCE REACH IN COOLER AT THE STORAGE AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE ESPECIALLY AT THE BAR, THE REAR STORAGE ROOM AND ROOM WITH THE MOP SINK. MUST ALSO SANITIZE AREAS AFFECTED WITH MICE DROPPINGS

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

NOTED MULTIPLE HOLE AND OPENING ALONG WALL BASE THROUGH OUT PREMISES. MUST SEAL AMD MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS AND HIDING PLACE FOR RODENTS.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTOR DEVICE AT THE ICE MACHINE BY THE BAR.....ALSO MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT THE MENS HAND WASH SINK AT TOILET.

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

MUST REMOVE, CLEAN OR ORGANIZE CLUTTER AT THE ROOM WITH REFRIGERATION UNITS AND THE ROOM WITH THE UTILITY SINK TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR RODENTS.

SEP 10
2012
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Non food contact surfaces of reach in cooler shelving in bar area not clean, needs detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors in bar area under counter not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floor in prep area need cleaning.

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

Wall that had exposed plaster in kitchen prep area, shall be repaired/sealed.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Must provide thermometer to display cooler to properly maintain 40f or less.

OCT 13
2011
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Front bar counter shelving had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Non food contact surfaces of ice machine, cooking equipment not clean need detailed cleaning. Display cooler door tracks, shelving not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, closet room, bathrooms 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, exposed plaster in bar area shall be repair/sealed. Wall in kitchen prep area by reach in frezzer had large opening, exposed plaster, shall be repair/sealed.

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

Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean need cleaning(detailed).

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

Exhaust vents(ventilation)in coolers not clean need cleaning, exhaust vent guards(ventilation) in bar area and kitche areas shall be provided.

JAN 26
2011
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. Found some food items in coolers, freezers, must date and label food items in coolers, freezers.

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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, cooking equipment, and storage shelving need detailed cleaning. rear storage shelving, prep table needs cleaning.

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

Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under storge shelving, rear storage room, and boiler room need detailed cleaning(corners).

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. Use dustless cleaning methods.Peeling paint in rear storage area wall shall be repair, walls in rear prep area need cleaning.

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

Light shields in prep areas need cleaning, missing light shields in storage room shall be provided, light shields in bathrooms need cleaning.

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

Exhaust canopy not clean needs cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitche, dining areas, and bathrooms need cleaning.

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.

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

Multi use use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert all cleaned utensil to prevent contamination before use. Must also wrap all silverware on table.

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

Soda dispenser holders, interior panel of ice machine, prep table, coolers, shelves in cooler and dry goods and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor in prep area and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean Floor damaged in prep area. Instructed to replace any missing floor tile.

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

Light cover in prep area not cleaneed. Instructed to detail clean Wall under exposed handsink not cleaned. Instructed to seal all opening and holes.

MAR 26
2010
FAILED
8 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

Pest Control log book not provided or maintained on premises. Establishment doesn't have a licensed pest control to service premises or maintained a log book with all required documents. Instructed to obtain a licensed pest control company to service premises and provide log book with all required documents. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.

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

Dish washing facilites not maintained or operated. Observed three compartment sink in prep area not properly disposing waste water. While draining the water in the middle compartment, waste water coming up the other two sides of the sink. Instructed that the waste water must properly drain/dispose in three compartment sink to wash, rinse and sanitize all utensils and equipment. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.

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

Foods in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.

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

Multi use use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert all cleaned utensil to prevent contamination before use. Must also wrap all silverware on table.

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

Soda dispenser holders, interior panel of ice machine, prep table, coolers, shelves in cooler and dry goods and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Floor in prep area and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean Floor damaged in prep area. Instructed to replace any missing floor tile.

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

Light cover in prep area not cleaneed. Instructed to detail clean Wall under exposed handsink not cleaned. Instructed to seal all opening and holes.

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

Food handler and employees in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed that all employees in prep area must wear proper restraints.

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