SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

PARLAY AT JOY DISTRICT.

BEAT. 18/100

112-114 W HUBBARD ST · RIVER NORTH, CHICAGO

Last inspected March 3, 2026 · passed

Failed 8 of 24 inspections. 25 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
24
11 passed · 5 w/ conditions · 8 failed
VIOLATIONS
111
includes 25 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since Jul 2013

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAR 3
2026
PASSED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN AND 2ND FLOOR BAR AREAS MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS ON FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF OVENS IN THE BASEMENT KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD- AND NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF ENCRUSTED GREASE DEPOSITS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED SOILED PLASTIC BAG USED AS DRAIN COVER/SPLASH GUARD AT THE 2ND FLOOR REAR BAR AREA FLOOR-MOUNTED DRAIN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PLASTIC BAG AND REPLACE WITH PLUMBING FIXTURE THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES AS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE PROVIDED AT THE 2ND FLOOR REAR BAR AREA FLOOR-MOUNTED UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 27
2025
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

4-101.19--- OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 20
2025
FAILED
7 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE FOLLOWING HAND SINKS:1ST FLOOR MAIN KITCHEN PREP AREA,2ND FLOOR BAR AND VIP BAR.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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". INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MAKER CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED SOME BULK CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM WITHOUT A LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM (SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND CEILINGS AND EQUIPMENTS IN THE BASEMENT HALLWAY NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLERS AND THE ADJACENT KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND THE 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX 1" INCH AT FRONT MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS AT BOTTOM CENTER AND THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN WEATHER STRIP.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOORS TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLERS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR DIRECTLY UNDERNEATH THE LARGE OVEN LOCATED IN THE MAIN 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND FLOORS AT ALL BARS ARE DIRTY WITH LITTER DEBRIS ETC.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND REPAIR SAID FLOOR SO THAT IT MAINTAINS A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

DEC 30
2024
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINOREmployee Hygiene
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

3-307.11: OBSERVED NO RIGHTSIDE SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINKS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR BARS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL RIGHTSIDE SPLASH GUARDS ON HANDWASHING SINKS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR BARS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

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

4-501.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS OF BOTH DOORS OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN FIRST FLOOR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON BOTH DOORS OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AND MAINTAIN.

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

4-204.113: OBSERVED NO DATA PLATE ON LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE AND READABLE DATA PLATE AFFIXED TO THE MACHINE BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT INDICATES THE MACHINE'S DESIGN AND OPERATION SPECIFICATIONS.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN SECOND FLOOR WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN SECOND FLOOR WOMEN'S WASHROOM FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11: DAMAGED CEILING TILE NEAR SMALL ELECTRICAL CLOSET IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AND OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED OR STAINED CEILING TILES IN SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOORS AND HOLES IN WALL COVERED WITH WOOD IN SMALL DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT NEAR WALK IN COOLERS. OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE PREP COOLER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP NEAR COOKLINE.INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR HOLES IN WALL AND FLOOR IN SMALL DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT NEXT TO WALK IN COOLERS AND SMOOTHLY REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE PREP COOLER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP NEAR COOKLINE.

DEC 23
2024
FAILED
14 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FOOD EMPLOYEES SHALL BE INFORMED IN A VERIFIABLE MANNER OF THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT TO THE PERSON IN CHARGE INFORMATION ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND ACTIVITIES AS THEY RELATE TO DISEASES THAT ARE TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALOther
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW OR ITEMS NECESSARY FOR COMPLYING WITH PROCEDURE AVAILABLE ON SITE WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITTING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALFood Temperature
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 60.4-93.2F AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN FACILITY(2ND FLOOR WOMEN'S WASHROOM(ALL HANDWASHING SINKS) AND HANDWASHING SINK #1 IN BASEMENT MEN'S WASHROOM)). INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA IMPROPERLY SANITIZING AT A CONCENTRATION OF 0PPM CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA, LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM CONCENTRATION OF 50PPM CHLORINE AFTER REPAIR. CORRECTED ON SITE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE SANITIZING AT 100PPM CHLORINE AFTER REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 48.1-59.5F(GARLIC IN OIL 55.4F, SHREDDED LETTUCE 52.0F, COOKED ONIONS 53.2F, POTATOES 54.1F, BUTTER 59.5F, RAW EGGS IN SHELL 50.3F, CHEESE 50.2F, AND CHICKEN BROTH 48.1.F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $100 WEIGHING 20LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO ASTERISK ON MENU IDENTIFYING ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENU STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ASTERISK IDENTIFYING ALL ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT ARE SERVED ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS AND TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO MENU STATING THAT ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK ARE SERVED ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED, COOKED TO ORDER OR CONTAIN RAW OR UNDERCOOKED INGREDIENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED FOUR DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA USED TO HOLD COLD TCS FOODS AT AN IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF 53.1F. INSTRUCTED ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON FOUR DRAWER COLD HOLDING UNIT IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

MINOREmployee Hygiene
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED NO RIGHTSIDE SPLASH GUARD ON HANDWASHING SINKS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR BARS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL RIGHTSIDE SPLASH GUARDS ON HANDWASHING SINKS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR BARS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.

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

OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS OF BOTH DOORS OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN FIRST FLOOR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON BOTH DOORS OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED NO QUATERNARY AMMONIUM TEST KIT ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION OF QUATERNARY AMMONIUM SANITIZING SOLUTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

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

OBSERVED NO DATA PLATE ON LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN FIRST FLOOR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EASILY ACCESSIBLE AND READABLE DATA PLATE AFFIXED TO THE MACHINE BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT INDICATES THE MACHINE'S DESIGN AND OPERATION SPECIFICATIONS.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN SECOND FLOOR WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN SECOND FLOOR WOMEN'S WASHROOM FOR SANITARY PRODUCTS.

CRITICALPest Activity
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED ALL OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS USED FOR TRASH OVERFLOWING WITH BAGS AND UNABLE TO BE CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST FROM ENTERING DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TRASH SHALL BE STORED SO THAT IT IS INACCESSIBLE TO INSECTS AND RODENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

DAMAGED CEILING TILE NEAR SMALL ELECTRICAL CLOSET IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AND OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL DAMAGED OR STAINED CEILING TILES IN SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOORS AND HOLES IN WALL COVERED WITH WOOD IN SMALL DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT NEAR WALK IN COOLERS. OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE PREP COOLER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP NEAR COOKLINE.INSTRUCTED TO SMOOTHLY REPAIR HOLES IN WALL AND FLOOR IN SMALL DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT NEXT TO WALK IN COOLERS AND SMOOTHLY REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE PREP COOLER IN FIRST FLOOR PREP NEAR COOKLINE.

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JUN 29
2023
PASSED
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

6-202.15: OBSERVED ROOF TOP BAR NOT ENCLOSED WHICH ALLOWS FOR OUTDOOR ELEMENTS AND PESTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR BAR SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

3-304.14: IN-USE WIPING CLOTHS ARE NOT STORED PROPERLY. FOUND ON/NEAR PREPARATION BOARDS IN BASEMENT. CLOTHS USED TO WIPE SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE HELD IN A PROPER SANITIZER SOLUTION. CLOTHS IN-USE FOR WIPING SURFACES IN CONTACT WITH RAW ANIMAL FOODS SHALL BE KEPT SEPARATE FROM CLOTHS USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES. IN-USE CLOTHS MUST BE LAUNDERED DAILIY.

JUN 22
2023
FAILED
8 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS NOT PROVIDED AT HAND SINK IN THE MAIN KTICHEN. MANAGER PROVIDED WHILE ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS IN THE PREP-LINE COOLER ACROSS THE GRILL AREA. ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS MUST BE 41F AND BELOW. COOKED WINGS MEASURED AT 47.8F, RAW CHICKEN MEASURED AT 48F, TOMATO SAUCE MEASURED BETWEEN 46.7-48F, BEEF/CHEESE MIX MEASURED AT 49.1F, SOUR CREAM MEASURED AT 48.3F, PICO DE GALLO MEASURED AT 48.5F, CORN/CHEESE MIX MEASURED AT 47.4F, TACITOS MEASURED AT 49.9F, SAUSAGE MEASURED AT 50.3F, COLESLAW MEASURED AT 49.6F. APPROXIMATELY 36LBS AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $38.00 DISCARDED ON SITE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED IMPOPER DATE MARKING ON LABELS FOR PREPARED FOODS IN REACH-IN COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN. DATE MARKING OF TOMATO SAUCE LABELED WITH PREPARATION DATE OF 6/22/23 AND NOT EXPIRATION/DISCARD DATE. PER MANAGER, STATED THAT SAUCE WAS NOT PREPARED ON 6/22/23 AND INSTEAD WAS MADE ON 6/16/2023. TCS FOODS WITH IMPROPER DATE LABELING WAS DISCARDED ON SITE. ALL PREPARED FOODS ON SITE MAY NOT EXCEED 7DAYS. WITH DAY 1 AS PRODUCTION/PREPARATION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Observed NO ASTERISK FOR raw or undercooked foods ON IN HOUSE MENU AND ONLINE MENU. Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "These items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions". PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

PREP-LINE COOLER ACROSS GRILL AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE MEASURED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50F. ALL TCS FOODS HAVE BEEN DISCARDED (SEE VIOLATION #22). COOLER HAS BEEN TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. FACILITY MUST REACH OUT TO HEALTH DEPARTMENT AT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG TO HAVE TAG REMOVED BY A HEALTH INSPECTOR ONCE 2 DOOR COOLER IS PROPERLY REPAIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-05 CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY OVER 15 SMALL BLACK FLYING INSECTS IN THE GROUND FLOOR BAR NEAR ENTRANCE. FACILITY MUST MINIMIZE PEST ACTIVITY IN THE FACILITY USING PROPER LICENSE PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (a) CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED ROOF TOP BAR NOT ENCLOSED WHICH ALLOWS FOR OUTDOOR ELEMENTS AND PESTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR BAR SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

IN-USE WIPING CLOTHS ARE NOT STORED PROPERLY. FOUND ON/NEAR PREPARATION BOARDS IN BASEMENT. CLOTHS USED TO WIPE SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE HELD IN A PROPER SANITIZER SOLUTION. CLOTHS IN-USE FOR WIPING SURFACES IN CONTACT WITH RAW ANIMAL FOODS SHALL BE KEPT SEPARATE FROM CLOTHS USED FOR OTHER PURPOSES. IN-USE CLOTHS MUST BE LAUNDERED DAILIY.

SEP 20
2022
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AND UPSTAIRS BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BROKEN HANDLE ON DOOR TO EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE TO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION #2563917 DATED 9/19/2022. LEFT NEW SUMMARY AND INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

SEP 19
2022
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA AND UPSTAIRS BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED BOTH HANDLES ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR HARD TO TURN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINOROther
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED DUMPSTERS IN ALLEY OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE DUMPSTERS SO THAT LIDS ARE ABLE TO BE CLOSED TIGHTLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED BROKEN HANDLE ON DOOR TO EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE TO COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.

DEC 21
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE; POLICY IS MISSING THE SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.

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

MISSING DRAIN HOSES FOR THE SODA GUN HOLDERS AT 2ND FLOOR SERVICE BAR. MUST PROVIDE.

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

NOTED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE THE 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED REFINISH METAL OR REPLACE.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

THE THIRD AUTOMATIC HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET FROM THE LEFT IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM IS INOPERABLE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE (WASTE CAN WITH LID) INSIDE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND GREASE BUILD UP BEHIND THE PREP TABLES THAT ARE SECURED TO THE WALL AND BEHIND THE GREASE TRAP IN THE KITCHEN AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND A LARGE HOLE IN THE CEILING IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPAIR HOLE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD FILTERS OVER THE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.

SEP 22
2020
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 20
2020
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 13
2020
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASH SINKS LOCATED IN ROOFTOP BAR, KITCHEN PREP AREA, MEZZANINE BARS, AND FIRST FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 SMALL BLACK INSECTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA, BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM, DOWNSTAIRS MEN'S TOILET ROOM AND STAIRCASE LEADING TO TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO RECEIVE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).CITATION ISSUED.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINKS LOCATED AT 2ND FLOOR MEZZANINE BAR AND 1ST FLOOR BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED TRASH ON GROUND IN ALLEY AROUND DUMPSTERS LOCATED AT REAR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

OBSERVED NO SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM INSPECTION #2345553 ON 11/13/2019. INSTRUCTED TO POST CURRENT SUMMARY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B). CITATION ISSUED.

NOV 13
2019
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

BULK FOOD NOT LABELED ( SUGAR ) INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

BROOMS AND MOPS STORED TOO CLOSE TO CLEAN UTENSILS RACK, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AWAY.

MAY 7
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED BEEF, BURGER AND EGG ITEMS LISTED ON THE MENU WHICH ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER WITHOUT PROPER DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER PRESENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR THESE ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MEAT SLICER NOT CLEAN BEHIND BLADE, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CONDENSATION DRIPPING IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER WHERE A PAN IS USED TO CATCH DRIPPINGS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT CONDENSATION

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MISSING A LIGHT SHIELD AT BASEMENT'S KITCHEN CEILING FIXTURE, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

AUG 7
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED TO IMPLEMENT EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF TRAINING ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-012(A), NO CITATION ISSUED.

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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES IN PLACE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEAN UP MATERIALS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED BEEF, BURGER AND EGG ITEMS LISTED ON THE MENU WHICH ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER WITHOUT PROPER DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER PRESENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR THESE ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED DARK GRAY RESIDUE ACCUMULATING AROUND THE BASIN AND HARDWARE OF THE 2ND FLOOR SERVICE BAR HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAK AT PLUMBING FIXTURE ABOVE THE BASEMENT SODA COMPRESSOR RACK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

JUN 19
2018
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED ICE MACHINE SERVING ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION AT THE ROOFTOP BAR NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN OUTDOOR DECK AREA, NEAR SERVICE ENTRY TO ROOFTOP, THAT IS NOT FULLY ENCLOSED ON THE SIDES. INSTRUCTED THAT FOOD (ICE) MUST BE PROTECTED DURING STORAGE IN A FULLY ENCLOSED AND RODENT PROOF LOCATION. OPERATOR MUST SECURELY ENCLOSE ICE MACHINE OR RELOCATE ICE MACHINE. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-005(A)

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

OBSERVED HAND SINK AT REAR 1ST FLOOR BAR IS DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO CLEAN GLASSWARE STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE SINK TO PROTECT CLEAN GLASSWARE.

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

OBSERVED FAN INOPERABLE IN THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. MUST REPAIR. OBSERVED LEAK AT PLUMBING FIXTURE IN 2ND FLOOR SERVICE ROOM BELOW THE "SILVER POWER" DISPENSER. ALSO OBSERVED LEAK AT DRAIN PIPING ON AC EQUIPMENT IN THE FIRST FLOOR MEZZANINE MECHANICAL ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKS AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SLOW DRAIN AT HANDSINK AT 1ST FLOOR MEZZANINE BAR. OBSERVED NO DUMP SINK AVAILABLE AT 1ST FLOOR MAIN BAR. ONLY A HAND SINK IS AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN ADDITIONAL SINK, WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE, TO SERVE AS DUMP/PREP SINK. OBSERVED NO HAND SINK CONVENIENTLY AVAILABLE IN 1ST FLOOR DISHROOM, WHERE DISHES ARE HANDLED AS A RESULT OF WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING. MUST PROVIDE A HAND SINK TO SERVE THE IMMEDIATE AREA OF THE DISHROOM, WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE.

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

OBSERVED CLUTTER IN BASEMENT COAT CHECK ROOM, WHERE BOXES OF OLD REGISTER MATERIALS ARE BEING STORED, SUCH THAT THE FLOOR CANNOT BE SEEN. OBSERVED CLUTTER/FURNITURE IN 2ND FLOOR (CLUB LEVEL) UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS FROM THESE AREAS AND ORGANIZE THE REMAINDER TO BE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.

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

OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS BEING STORED ON TOP OF ICE MACHINES AT ROOFTOP BAR AND BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITARY CONTAINERS FOR SCOOPS.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

OBSERVED NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATION FOR BACK OF HOUSE FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION ON SITE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MEET MINIMUM FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.

JAN 30
2017
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED CAULK AROUND MOP SINK IN BASEMENT IN DISREPAIR. RECAULK AND CLOSE ALL HOLES AROUND MOP SINK. MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARDS ON EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN BASEMENT KITCHEN AND 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN. OBSERVED TIN FOIL ON ALL COKING EQUIPMENT IN 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN. REMOVE ALL TIN FOIL AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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

OBSERVED FLOOR IN BASEMENT PREP KITCHEN IN DISREPAIR NEAR EXPOSED HAND SINK AND IN FRONT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR ALL AREAS OF BASEMENT PREP FLOOR IN DISREPAIR. OBSERVED FLOOR OF BASEMENT COAT ROOM UNCLEAN WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR . OBSERVED FLOOR UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT KITHCEN UNCLEAN. CLEAN ALL FLOORS IN BASEMENT UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT.

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

OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN BASEMENT COAT CHECK ROOM. MUST CLOSE HOLE IN WALL. OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING IN MOP CLOSET IN BASEMENT. CLOSE HOLE IN CEILING. OBSERVED MISSING CILING TILES IN 2ND FLOOR SERVICE BAR.REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL IN 2ND FLOOR SERVICE BAR. REPAIR ALL WALLS AND CEILINGS MENTIONED AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHEILD IN 2ND FLOOR DISH ROOM INSTALL AND MAINTAIN SHEILD.

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

OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN 2ND FLOOR DISH ROOM FAUCET IN DISREPAIR. HANDLES MISSINGS. INSTALL HOT AND COLD HANDLES AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

OBSERVED MOPS NEED TO BE HUNG AFTER USE. OBSERVED ALOT OF CLUTTER IN REAR STAIRWAYS. REMOVE ANY UNECESSARY/BROKEN/NON WORKING TABLES CHAIRS, REFIGERATORS ETC. REMOVE ALL CLUTTER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

SEP 26
2016
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORFacility Condition
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT AND NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS. NOTED 3-4 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS ABOVE THE MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING LIGHTS.

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

MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CLUB LEVEL BAR HAND SINK TO PROTECT THE GLASSWARE STORED ON THE SHELF NEXT TO THE SINK.

SEP 19
2016
FAILED
3 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 LIVE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. NOTED APPROX. 45 SMALL FLIES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM, APPROX. 10 SMALL FLIES AT THE BASEMENT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND APPROX. 15-20 AT THE CLUB LEVEL MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND RECOMMENDED TO OBTAIN THE SERVICES OF A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020

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

OBSERVED FOIL BEING USED TO LINE THE BACK SPLASHES OF THE COOK LINE EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FOIL AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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

OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT AND NEAR THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS. NOTED 3-4 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS ABOVE THE MAIN COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING LIGHTS.

MAY 19
2015
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

VENTILATION NOT WORKING ON THE WASHROOM ON THE 3RD FLOOR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET

MAY 12
2015
FAILED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

NO PAPER TOWEL ON ALL EXPOSED HAND SINKS BEHIND THE THREE BARS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL HAND WASHING FACILITIES MUST HAVE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP ALL THE TIMES DURING OPERATION OF BUSINESS. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-030. MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWEL ON ALL HAND SINKS BEHIND THE THREE BARS DURING INSPECTION.

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

FOUND INTERIOR PANEL OF THE TWO ICE MAKER NOT MAINTAINED. WITH WET BLACK AND PINKISH MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MAKER AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38_005(A).

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

MUST PROVIDE LABEL ON ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE PREP AREA.

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

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SIDES OF THE STOVES, GRILL AND DEEP FRYER(WITH GREASE BUILD-UP)AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN AND REMOVE RUST ON THE LID OF THE GREASE TRAP BOX UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.

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

FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDER THE DEEP FRYER, STOVES, GRILL AND INSIDE THE ROOM WITH LINENS AND EMPLOYEE'S UNIFORM,WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

ALL VENT COVER AND EXHAUST FAN IN ALL WASHROOMS IN ALL THE FLOORS WITH DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,

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

VENTILATION NOT WORKING ON THE WASHROOM ON THE 3RD FLOOR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN ALL PREP COOLERS IN THE PREP KITCHEN,BASEMENT AND ALL COOLERS BEHIND THE BARS. MUST PROVIDE,

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

ALL ICE SCOOP IN ALL THREE BARS MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

MAR 4
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

NOTED TEMPERATURE OF SERVICE COOLER AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA ON FIRST FLOOR NOT MAIMNTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE.TEMPERATURE READING IS 50.9F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE EQUIPMENT UNTIL PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW IS REACHED.PREMISES HAS OTHER COOLERS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURES OF 40F AND BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED FOR VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE SERVICE COOLER TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 44F TO 51F.2LBS GALLONS OF MILK 51.9F,SOUR CREAM 50.9F,STUFF OLIVES(CREAM CHEESE, BACON ETC), PASTA 44.3F, CHEESE 50.9F,CREME FRAICHE 50.8F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 25LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $70 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED FOR VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

NOTED EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT THE FIRST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA CLOGGED. NO WATER GOING DOWN THE DRAIN AT THIS TIME. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD PLUMBER COME BY AND REPAIR THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-030

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

NOTED MULTI USE UTENSILS (PLATES, CUPS,BOWLS ETC) ON SHELVING AT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREPS (1ST AND BASEMENT FLOOR) AND AT THE DISH WASHING ROOM (2ND FLOOR)NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL UTENSILS DURING STORAGE OR PROVIDE A PROTECTIVE COVER TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION AND CONTAMINATION.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH HEAVY EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY BY THE COOKING STOVE.

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

NOTED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHTING AT THE CEILING OF THE DISH WASHING ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

NOTED LEAKING AT THE BOTTOM OF PIPE OF EXPOSED HAND WASH SINK AT THE 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN AND AT THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

NOTED CLUTTER ON SHELVING AND ON FLOOR AT THE LINEN DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND MAINTAIN.

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

NOTED USED WASH CLOTHS SCATTERED ON TABLES AT THE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO STORED ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.

JUL 16
2013
PASSED
0 violations

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