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Chicago Health Dept

2458 W DIVISION ST · WICKER PARK, CHICAGO

Failed most recent inspection (Jun 2026).

26 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Jun 2026.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS

VIOLATIONS

150

total on record

LAST INSPECTED

JUN 2026

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUN 26

2026

FAIL 4 violations

Serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

4-602.11(B-E)---OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-501.19---OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON SAID WASHROOM DOOR.

Minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.114---INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE UTILITY STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS NEATLY AND OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

8-404.13(B:4)---PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2619145 DATED:06/13/2025 #37---3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PANS,BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #44---4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT . #47---4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER. #47---4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN/DEEP GROOVES ON SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS. #49---4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS. #53---5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE IN 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOM. #55---6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REA PREP AREA,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA. #55---6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. #56---6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. #57---2-102.13 : OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #58---2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 7/2/2026.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.

JUN 25

2026

FAIL 6 violations

Serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.

Serious Food Temperature

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA (IN-USE) AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION;FINAL SANITIZING RINSE AT "0" PPM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.A MECHANICAL DISHWASHING MACHINES SHOULD PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 – 100 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE) OR 180F FINAL RINSE (FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING MACHINE).(** SEE COMMENTS BELOW).PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025, CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

ALL PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON THE 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE ON SAID WASHROOM DOOR.

Minor Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE UTILITY STORAGE ROOM AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS NEATLY AND OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2619145 DATED:06/13/2025 #37---3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PANS,BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #44---4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT . #47---4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER. #47---4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN/DEEP GROOVES ON SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS. #49---4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS. #53---5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE IN 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOM. #55---6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REA PREP AREA,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA. #55---6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. #56---6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. #57---2-102.13 : OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #58---2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 7/2/2026.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED

JUN 13

2025

PASS 12 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK ON 2ND FL TOILET ROOM.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PANS,BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

Minor Sanitation

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

4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT .

Minor Sanitation

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

4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.

Minor Sanitation

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

4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN/DEEP GROOVES ON SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE IN 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOM.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REA PREP AREA,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA.

Minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

2-102.13 : OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

Minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

JUN 6

2025

FAIL 24 violations 5 CRITICAL

Critical Food Storage & Handling

PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER DRINKING WATER FROM A GLASS IN REAR PREP AREA MUST PROVIDE A LID AND STRAW TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.(COS)

Critical Employee Hygiene

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED

OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS AND DISH WASHER .OBSERVED DISH WASHER HANDLING DIRTY DISHES AND THEN REMOVING CLEAN DISHES FROM DISH MACHINE WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.ALSO,MALE AND FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS TALKING ON CELL PHONE WITH PLASTIC GLOVES ON AND THEN CUTTING READY TO EAT FOODS,MOVING GARBAGE CAN WITH GLOVES ON AND THEN HANDLING RAW FOODS.INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK ON 2ND FL TOILET ROOM.

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.

Serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1- DOZEN EGGS AT 63.9F ON PREP TABLE.25LBS. SLICED HAM-44.1F-46.4F.50LBS. COOKED RIC-51.3F-55.7F.40LBS. RAW CHICKEN-47.3F INSIDE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 116 LBS. $150.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

Minor Food Temperature

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT 50.0F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW. (PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

Minor Facility Condition

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1- DOOR PREP COOLER & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PANS,BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

Critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH FURNACE IN 1ST FL. KITCHEN,INSIDE BOTH FRYER CABINETS,ON FLOOR NEXT TO DISH STORAGE RACK,CHEMICAL STORAGE ROOM,MUSIC ROOM,ON LEDGE UNDER FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,BASEMENT STORAGE AREA-ON & BEHIND PAPER STORAGE SHELVES,TOOL STORAGE,SODA TANKS,ELECTRICAL PANELS AND MOTOR OF UNIT2ND FL. BAR AREA- LEDGE AND NEXT TO FURNACE.ALSO. EVIDENCE OF APPX. 5-7 LIVE SMALL FLIES AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK AND SEVERAL DEAD WATER BUGS ON FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE.MUST REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS AND WATER BUGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/6/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

Minor Employee Hygiene

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

MUST STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS FROM LOWER SHELF OF TABLE IN DISH WASHING AREA AND STORE PROPERLY.

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED SEVERAL WIPING CLOTHS BEING STORED ON PREP TABLES AND CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

Minor Sanitation

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED CANS AND BOWLS BEING STORED IN BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST REMOVE AND USE PROPER UTENSILS.

Minor Sanitation

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

MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT .

Minor Employee Hygiene

GLOVES USED PROPERLY

OBSERVED PLASTIC GLOVES BEING USED IN AN IMPROPER MANNER.

Minor Sanitation

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.

Minor Sanitation

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN/DEEP GROOVES ON SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE IN 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOM.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REA PREP AREA,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS,DUST BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.

Minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Minor Other

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

SEP 4

2024

PASS · 0 violations

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AUG 7

2024

FAIL 4 violations 1 CRITICAL

Serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH BROWN AND PINK SLIME RESIDUE ON WHITE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLAN AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Serious Food Temperature

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED MILK STORED AT AN INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 46 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD-HOLDING FOOD IS HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1 1/2 GALLON OF MILK ($10). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Pest Activity

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING THE BAR AREA, THE KITCHEN AREA, AND THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MINIMIZE SMALL FLY POPULATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. SEVERAL PIECES OF EXTRA EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE, AND OTHER ITEMS ARE SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DECLUTTER.

NOV 13

2023

PASS 3 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE INTERIOR OF SMALL REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MAIN BAR AND IN THE BUFFET SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH SURFACE THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.

NOV 6

2023

FAIL 7 violations

Serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED A BROWN PINKISH SLIME RESIDUE ON THE WHITE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE A CLEANING APPOINTMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE INTERIOR OF SMALL REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DEEP GROOVES IN MAIN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE.

Serious Sanitation

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE FOR THE SANITIZER (BLEACH) BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN PPM OF A SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MAIN BAR AND IN THE BUFFET SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH SURFACE THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO UPSTAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.

APR 13

2022

PASS 7 violations

Serious Sanitation

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON THE TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED DUCT TAPE ON BOTH CHEST FREEZER LIDS LOCATED IN THE BASMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN TO BE SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLASH. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM WITH THE CHANGING TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED A BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Documentation & Training

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE

JAN 4

2021

PASS 10 violations 2 CRITICAL

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER IN FRONT COFFEE STATION BAR AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Facility Condition

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PROVIDE A VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER AT THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA.

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPIG CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

Minor Sanitation

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

MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS A FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BAGS.

Minor Sanitation

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AND PLASTIC WRAP AS A LINER FOR FOOD STORAGE SHELVIG IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

Minor Sanitation

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON WALLS BEHIND REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Critical Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS.

Minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 29

2020

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 3 violations

Serious Facility Condition

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS (BEEF, HAM, SAUSAGE, CHICKEN, ETC.) HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND COLD HOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Serious Other

CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE (ASTERISK) TO A FOOT NOTE AND REMINDER AS TO CONSUMING RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE REAR KITCHEN, WALK IN COOLER, AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE FOOD STORAGE METHODS.

FEB 5

2019

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 13 violations 4 CRITICAL

Critical Documentation & Training

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

THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HEALTH EMPLOYEE POLICY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED .

Critical Documentation & Training

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.

Critical Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

Minor Food Temperature

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES AND ABOVE COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT AND MUST MAINTAIN.

Minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNOUT LIGHTS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITH THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.

FEB 1

2019

FAIL 14 violations 5 CRITICAL

Critical Documentation & Training

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

THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HEALTH EMPLOYEE POLICY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED .

Critical Documentation & Training

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Critical Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Serious Other

PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

Critical Employee Hygiene

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE

OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN WOMEN'S AND MEN'S WASHROOMS LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR AND NO HOT RUNNING WATER WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR COFFEE STATION AND REAR SERVICE STATION AREA INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HOT RUNNING WATER AND MUST HAVE CONTINUES SUPPLY OF HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED. PREMISES HAS 2 WASHROOMS ACCESSIBLES ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOR CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS. EMPLOYEES MUST WASH THEIR HANDS IN HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED ON KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.

Minor Food Temperature

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES AND ABOVE COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT AND MUST MAINTAIN.

Critical Pest Activity

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Facility Condition

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED BURNOUT LIGHTS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

Minor Other

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITH THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.

FEB 23

2018

PASS 3 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN NEED CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.

Minor Sanitation

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

WALLS NEED CLEANING AND/OR REPAIRING BEHIND THE STEAM TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. NOTED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE DISH WASHER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

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

MUST ORGANIZE CLUTTER UNDERNEATH THE PREP STATIONS TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.

MAR 31

2017

PASS 5 violations

Minor Chemical Safety

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

MUST PROVIDE DATE LABELS FOR ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ON PREMISES.

Minor Sanitation

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

DUST DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE STORAGE RACK WHERE CLEANS PLATES AND BOWLS ARE STORED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED FOOD GRIME ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE DEEP FREEZER AND SOILING THE OUTLET BOXES WHERE THE DEEP FREEZERS ARE PLUGGED IN TO.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

ON THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION DATED APRIL 1, 2017 REPORT#1751214 MANAGER WAS INSTRUCTED "NO EXPOSED HAND SINK INSTALLED AT SECOND FLOOR SERVING/BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SAID SINK UNDER CITY PLUMBING CODE,ALSO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS /HAND DRYING DEVICE." RATHER THAN INSTALL A SEPARATE SINK, THE MANAGER INSTALLED A 2-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ONE FAUCET HEAD NO DIVIDER IN BETWEEN THE TWO SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO SEPARATE THE DUMP SINK FROM THE HAND SINK BY INSTALLING TWO FAUCET HEADS AND A SPLASH GUARD/DIVIDER BETWEEN THE 1ST AND 2ND COMPARTMENT.

Minor Sanitation

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

OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER BUILDUP IN THE BASEMENT FROM A SEPARATE BUISINESS CLOSING DOWN THE STREET. INSTRUCTED TO RE-ORGANIZE, DISCARD RUBBISH, AND DECLUTTER THE BASEMENT.

APR 1

2016

PASS 5 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

SEAL RAW WOOD UNDER THE BAR COUNTER TOP AT SECOND FLOOR. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

Minor Sanitation

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

GREASE AT INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,FOOD LIQUID ON JUICE DISPENSER LINE UNDER THE FIRST FLOOR BAR AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Minor Sanitation

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

SEAL WALL BASE THROUGHOUT THE SECOND FLOOR PARTY ROOM/DINING AREA.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEAOUTSIDE GREASE WASTE OIL WITH EXCESS SOLID GREASE ON TOP THE SAID CONTAINER, ALSO DRIPPING ON GROUND WHICH IS SATURED OF WASTE OIL.OUTSIDE REAR PATIO AREA WITH EXCESS ITEMS DIRTY,BROOMS,BUCKETS WITH OIL CONTAINERS,BOXES,UNUSED EQUIPMENT ETC,NABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. SWEEP DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND SECOND FLOOR THROUGHOUT. GRIME BUILD-UP UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AROUND GREASE TRAP. NEED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Minor Sanitation

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

BRICKS DEBRIS ON TOP TABLES IN DINING AREA AT SECOND FLOOR INSTRUCTED TO SEAL BRICKS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

NO EXPOSED HAND SINK INSTALLED AT SECOND FLOOR SERVING/BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SAID SINK UNDER CITY PLUMBING CODE,ALSO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS /HAND DRYING DEVICE.

JAN 29

2015

PASS 6 violations

Minor Sanitation

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

REACH IN COOLERS UNDER COOK LINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING, POP GUNS AT 1ST FLOOR BAR IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Sanitation

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

FLOORS IN NEED OF CLENAING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALL BASES TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

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

TOILET ROOM DOORS AT THE 2ND FLOOR IN NEED OF SELF CLOSING DEVICE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

LEAK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN NEED OF REPAIR, LEAK AT 2 COMP SINK AT 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. HAND SINK NEEDED AT REAR COFFEE STATION. MUST INSTALL, CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Sanitation

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

ANY UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

Minor Documentation & Training

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER AND PROVIDED HANDOUT FOR CERTIFICATION.

MAR 28

2014

PASS 1 violation

Minor Sanitation

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

REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN SECOND FLOOR DINING AREA.

MAR 21

2014

FAIL 4 violations

Serious Employee Hygiene

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED

NO HOT OR TEMPERED WATER AT WASHBOWLS IN SECOND FLOOR MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.

Minor Chemical Safety

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

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.

Minor Sanitation

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

SEAL OPENING IN CEILING ABOVE UTILITY SINK. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN SECOND FLOOR DINING AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.

Minor Facility Condition

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

REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.

OCT 23

2013

PASS 1 violation

Minor Sanitation

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

CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE STOVE IN THE REAR PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP

SEP 27

2013

PASS W/ CONDITIONS 5 violations 1 CRITICAL

Serious Sanitation

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

THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA HAS BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE MACHINE WHERE THE ICE IS BEING MADE,THE ICE MACHINE WILL BE TAGGED,MUST FAX A LETTER FOR TAG REMOVAL WHEN MACHINE IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED FAX#312 746-4240 ATTENTION,SUPERVISOR

Minor Sanitation

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

CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE STOVE IN THE REAR PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP

Minor Sanitation

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

CLEAN THE WALL NEAR THE DEEP FRYER IN THE REAR PREP AREA HAS GREASE BUIL-UP ON WALL

Minor Facility Condition

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND THE PREP COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA

Critical Pest Activity

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

REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE

OCT 7

2011

PASS 5 violations

Minor Sanitation

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 LEAKING CONDENSATION LINES INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER KITCHEN AREA, AND MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE

Minor Sanitation

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER, REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP

Minor Sanitation

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA

Minor Sanitation

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 CLEAN/REPAINT WALL SURFACES BY STEAM TABLE

Minor Sanitation

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 ORGANIZE BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE CLUTTER AND DISCARDED UNWANTED ITEMS

SEP 15

2010

PASS 1 violation

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.BASE OF FAUCET HANDLE AT 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR-INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

SEP 8

2010

FAIL 7 violations 1 CRITICAL

Critical Pest Activity

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

The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.FOUND GARBAGE DUMSPSTER EXCESSIVELY OVERFLOWING,LITTER ON GROUND.

Minor Sanitation

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

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPLACE WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN,REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP ON CONDENSOR UNIT IN WALK-IN-COOLER,PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE BINS.

Minor Sanitation

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK,SHELVINGS,TOPS/BOTTOMS FOOD PREP TABLES,DEEP FRYERS ETC.

Minor Facility Condition

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

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT BULB IN WALK-IN-COOLER NOT SHIELDED.

Minor Food Storage & Handling

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

Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF-CLOSING.

Minor Plumbing & Waste

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

Minor Sanitation

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.REMOVE CLUTTER FROM PREMISES,MILK CRATES USED FOR STORAGE.

SEP 2

2010

FAIL 0 violations

APR 20

2010

PASS · 0 violations

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