SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

NEW WAVES INC.

EAT. 98/100

6043 W ADDISON ST · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected February 8, 2017 · passed

11 of 12 inspections passed.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
12
11 passed · 1 failed
VIOLATIONS
41
none critical
RECORDS COVER
6 YEARS
since Apr 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

FEB 8
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELDS WITH DEAD INSECTS ABOVE REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

JAN 28
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MISSING HANDLE TO PREP COOLER IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,

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

STAINED CEILING TILE IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE,

MINORFacility Condition
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

NO THERMOMETER INSIDE REAR KITCHEN AREA TWO DOOR PREP COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE,

APR 28
2015
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR (LEFT DOOR) REACH-IN COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACE OF SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

OCT 21
2014
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

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

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

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

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

Floors in front bar area under heavy equipment not clean, needs detailed cleaning, floors in rear storage area under shelving, and by coffee counter not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).

MAR 25
2014
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Kitchen multi use utensils in bar service area,pots/pans in kitchen areas must be inverted to prevent contamination before use.

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

Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.Must provide and maintain (3) sink stoppers for the kitchen 3 comp sink at all times.

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

Interior ice machine, interior/exterior of coolers and cooking stove not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.

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

Large Hole on corner wall behind hot water tank must be sealed.

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

Provide a visible backflow prevention device for the coffee expresso machine behind front bar service area.

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JUL 23
2013
PASSED
0 violations
MAY 21
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, bar cabinet 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, and under storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners). Floor in bar area not clean, need detailed cleaning.

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

Walls that had exposed wallboard, peeling paint in dining area shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Exhaust vents(ventilation) in coolers not clean, need cleaning

AUG 10
2012
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 1
2012
FAILED
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 557319 DATE: 05-02-2011. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #30 - Foods inside coolers not properly labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. #33 - Interior ice machine, exhaust hood and filters and cooking equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. #34 - Floor along wall base and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily. #38 - Exposed hand sink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks. Drain line not installed on soda gun dispenser. Instructed to install drain line to have liquid waste properly dispose. #40 - Thermometer not visible inside beverage and condiment cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.

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

INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL GREASE BOX CONNECTED UNDER (2) 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA (NOTED GREASE BOX HAS BEEN REMOVED).------ MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET (HOT) HANDLE AT HAND SINK INSIDE CUSTOMER'S (MEN AND WOMEN) TOILET ROOM.

JUN 17
2011
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

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

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

Interior ice machine, exhaust hood and filters 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 along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

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

Ceiling tile damaged in areas. Instructed to replace damaged and missing ceiling tile. Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Water slow draining at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair drainline to have water pressure properly drain. Exposed handsink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks. Drainline not installed on soda gun dispenser. Instructed to install drainline to have liquid waste properly dispose.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not visible inside beverage and condiment cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.

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

Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to stored in a sanitize holder or containers.

MAY 2
2011
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

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

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

Interior ice machine, exhaust hood and filters 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 along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

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

Ceiling tile damaged in areas. Instructed to replace damaged and missing ceiling tile. Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Water slow draining at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair drainline to have water pressure properly drain. Exposed handsink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks. Drainline not installed on soda gun dispenser. Instructed to install drainline to have liquid waste properly dispose.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Thermometer not visible inside beverage and condiment cooler. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.

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

Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to stored in a sanitize holder or containers.

APR 20
2010
PASSED
4 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. FAN VENT INSIDE COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; ICE BIN WITHOUT COVER,MUST PROVIDE LID

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. ICE MACHINE WITH LITTLE YELLOW SPOTS AND BLACK SPOTS ON WALLS ,MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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. CEILING VENTS IN DINING AND REAR AREA BECOMING RUSTY,UNCLEAN ,MUST BE CLEAN AND REMOVE RUST

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

Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SANITIZED CONTAINER

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