PHILLY'S BEST.
769 W JACKSON BLVD · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO
Failed 11 of 37 inspections. 46 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTION HISTORY
APR 152026PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINER AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, OR USE TOBACCO THAT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN ALL EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ENCLOSED.
OBSERVED FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS STORED DIRECRTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (CHILI FLAKES, FLOUR, SUGAR, SEASONING) STORED OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING CAP, BUT FUNCTIONAL; HANDWASHING SINK AT THE EMPLOYEE STORAGE/WALK-IN COOLER AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET SPRAYING WHEN ACTIVATED, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.
MAR 182026PASSED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINER AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, OR USE TOBACCO THAT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN ALL EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ENCLOSED.
OBSERVED FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS STORED DIRECRTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (CHILI FLAKES, FLOUR, SUGAR, SEASONING) STORED OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING CAP, BUT FUNCTIONAL; HANDWASHING SINK AT THE EMPLOYEE STORAGE/WALK-IN COOLER AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET SPRAYING WHEN ACTIVATED, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.
MAR 102026FAILED8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
OBSERVED NO FOOD EMPLOYEE ON-SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE ON-SITE WHILE PREPARING TCS FOOD ITEMS (SANDWICHES, PIZZA, SALADS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE AND DISPLAYED IN PUBLIC VIEW AT ALL TIMES OF FOOD OPERATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINER AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, OR USE TOBACCO THAT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN ALL EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ENCLOSED.
OBSERVED FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS STORED DIRECRTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (CHILI FLAKES, FLOUR, SUGAR, SEASONING) STORED OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD AT ALL TIMES.
SEE VIOLATION #60.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING CAP, BUT FUNCTIONAL; HANDWASHING SINK AT THE EMPLOYEE STORAGE/WALK-IN COOLER AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET SPRAYING WHEN ACTIVATED, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATION FROM THE PREVIOUS COMPLAINT INSPECTION NOT CORRECTED AT TIME OF CURRENT COMPLAINT INSPECTION: #48 4-301.12 Missing sink stoppers at 3-comp sink, Instructed to provide. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND CORRECT ALL CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE ASSIGNED CORRECT BY DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
FEB 252025PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
No certified Food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, Beef...) Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
Prep area hand wash sink in poor repair, leak noted at of drain line, Instructed to repair and maintain.
Food handlers not wearing hair restraints, Instructed to wear.
Missing sink stoppers at 3-comp sink, Instructed to provide.
Clutter noted in kitchen area, unused cooking equipment, Instructed to remove and maintain.
Inadequate lighting in walk-in cooler and freezer, Instructed to obtain.
AUG 12024PASS W/ CONDITIONS3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE AT THIS TIME. PREMISES PREPARING, HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOOD SUCH AS STEAK,CHICKEN AND GYROS. INSTRUCTED PIC THAT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
OBSERVED THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN COUNTER TOP AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
OBSERVED THE FRONT CEILING TILES AND AIR VENT COVERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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JUN 202023PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PIZZA AREA AND DOWNSTAIRS DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
OBSERVED AN UNUSED GRILL WITH DEBRIS LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR/REMOVE OFF-PREMISE TO PREVENT HARBORAGE OF PESTS.
OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
JUN 92023FAILED9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRESENTED SERVSAFE CERT WITH 9/20/2022 EXAM DATE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR, AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOG BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED CONTAINERS OF STEAK AND BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND BAGS OF ONIONS STORED IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. ALSO OBSERVED WERE BOXES OF BREAD ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED AN UNUSED GRILL WITH DEBRIS LOCATED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAIR/REMOVE OFF-PREMISE TO PREVENT HARBORAGE OF PESTS.
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PIZZA AREA AND DOWNSTAIRS DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
DEC 82022PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE OF COOKING FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED BROKEN WALL TILES UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR. MUST PROPERLY SEAL.
FEB 172022PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
FOUND NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER OR CERTIFICATE CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN AND BEEF) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED AT PREP AREA NEXT TO DRY STORAGE. ALSO NOTED NO PAPERTOWEL AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN DISH AREA. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(C).CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN PREP AREA NEXT TO DRY STORAGE. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH HAND CLEANING LIQUID AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030-(C). CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.
OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TCS): COOKED CHICKEN, COOKED BEEF ETC. HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY READY-TO-EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
FOUND ALL CUTTING BOADS ON SITE STAINED WITH DEEP GROOVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RESURFACE AND MAINTAIN OR REPLACE.
FOUND BOTTOM PORTION OF GREASE TRAP RUSTED. MUST REPLACE GREASE TRAP
OBSERVED LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, AND BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
SEP 292021PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
6-501.12 OBSERVED LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, AND BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON-SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS. VIOLATION NOTED DURING 2020 INSPECTION. NOTE: PROOF OF ENROLLMENT DISPLAY DURING RE-INSPECTION (SEE COMMENTS)
SEP 222021FAILED12 violations6 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE WASHROOMS AND ALL PREP HANDSINKS. A sign or poster that notifies FOOD EMPLOYEES to wash their hands shall be provided at all HANDWASHING SINKS used by FOOD EMPLOYEES and shall be clearly visible to FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
OBSERVED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA ACROSS FROM WALK-IN COOLER INACESSIBLE. NO WATER COMING FROM SINK. INSTRUCTED THAT SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED WITH HOT/COLD WATER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP AREA ACROSS FROM WALK-IN COOLER NOT STOCKED WITH SOAP. INSTRUCTED HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE.
NOTED BROKEN HANDLE TO PEPSI DISPLAY COOLER ALONG WALL TO HOT SERVICE LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.
NOTED SLOW DRAINING HANDSINK ALONG HOT SERVICE LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
OBSERVED LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, AND BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. VIOLATION NOTED DURING 2020 INSPECTION.
NOTED CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2386787 ON 9/2/20. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#36) 4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS IN ALL PREP AREAS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (#39) 3-305.11: OBSERVED NO LIDS ON VARIOUS SEASONINGS STORED INSIDE OF FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS LOCATED IN PIZZA PREP AREA ON SHELVING UNITS. MUST PROVIDE LIDS TO PROHIBIT MISCELLANEOUS SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN. (#49) 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PLACE THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PIZZA PREP (FLAT TOP GRILL AND UNUSED SLICERS AND STORE PROPERLY. REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS. (#56) 6-501.14: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL DUST AND DIRT FILLED VENTS DIRECTLY ABOVE PREP AREA TABLES LOCATED THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST MAINTAIN. (#57) 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090.
OBSERVED MOST RECENT INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED IN FACILITY. (SUMMARY POSTED 2019, MOST RECENT INSPECTION WAS 9/2/20.) INSTRUCTED MUST POST MOST RECENT INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT IN PLAIN VIEW AT ALL TIMES. OPERATOR PROVIDED WITH TODAY'S SUMMARY DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
SEP 22020PASS W/ CONDITIONS11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, STEAK, SLICED TOMATOES, STEAK ROLLS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT HAND-SINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP (PIZZA PREP AREA) DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP AREA (PIZZA PREP). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS . PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION.
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS IN ALL PREP AREAS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO LIDS ON VARIOUS SEASONINGS STORED INSIDE OF FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS LOCATED IN PIZZA PREP AREA ON SHELVING UNITS. MUST PROVIDE LIDS TO PROHIBIT MISCELLANEOUS SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PLACE THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PIZZA PREP (FLAT TOP GRILL AND UNUSED SLICERS AND STORE PROPERLY. REMOVE ALL DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS.
OBSERVED ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN ALL TOILET ROOMS ON PREMISE IN NEED OF DEEP CLEANING. MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ENCRUSTED HEAVY EQUIPMENT FROM HALLWAY LEADING TO GARBAGE RECEPTACLE AREA. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AND KEEP AREA FREE OF CLUTTER TO PREVENT PEST HARBOR-AGE.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL DUST AND DIRT FILLED VENTS DIRECTLY ABOVE PREP AREA TABLES LOCATED THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS. MUST MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
SEP 112019PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE ON-SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
NO PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT AVAILABLE ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE KIT & PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT INVOLVE THE DISCHARGE OF FECAL OR VOMITUS MATTER ONTO SURFACES IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON RTE/TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED ON THE PREMISES AND HELD IN COOLER OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
MUST PROVIDE COMMON FOOD NAMES ON FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN
MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM STOVE, FRYERS, MICROWAVE, GRILL, MIXER, AND MEAT SLICER. INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF STORAGE COMPARTMENTS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP, FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND REAR STORAGE AREA. DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 NOT CORRECTED DATED 12/10/2018, REPORT # 2243334. ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION LICENSE INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
DEC 102018PASS W/ CONDITIONS12 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE ON-SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
NO CLEAN-UP KIT AVAILABLE ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE KIT & PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT INVOLVE THE DISCHARGE OF FECAL OR VOMITUS MATTER ONTO SURFACES IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON RTE/TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED ON THE PREMISES AND HELD IN COOLER OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
MUST PROVIDE COMMON FOOD NAMES ON FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
MUST COVER PREPARED RTE/TCS FOOD STORED IN COOLERS & FREEZERS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM MOUNTED CAN OPENER (PREP TABLE) IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM STOVE, FRYERS, MICROWAVE, GRILL, MIXER, AND MEAT SLICER. INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF STORAGE COMPARTMENTS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
6.201.11 MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP, FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND REAR STORAGE AREA. DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 6.501.11 MUST REPLACE STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
4.202.18 MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD & FILTERS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 6.303.11 MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN REAR STORAGE AND PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INFORMATION PROVIDED.
ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION LICENSE INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
OCT 102018PASS W/ CONDITIONS12 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
2.102.14(N) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE ON-SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE FORM 1B OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
2.501.11 NO CLEAN-UP KIT AVAILABLE ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE KIT & PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT INVOLVE THE DISCHARGE OF FECAL OR VOMITUS MATTER ONTO SURFACES IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
3.501.17 MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON RTE/TCS FOODS THAT HAVE BEEN PREPARED ON THE PREMISES AND HELD IN COOLER OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
3.302.12 MUST PROVIDE COMMON FOOD NAMES ON FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
3.307.11 MUST COVER PREPARED RTE/TCS FOOD STORED IN COOLERS & FREEZERS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
4.202.15 MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM MOUNTED CAN OPENER (PREP TABLE) IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
4.601.11(B) MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM STOVE, FRYERS, MICROWAVE, GRILL, MIXER, AND MEAT SLICER. 4.601.11 INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF STORAGE COMPARTMENTS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
5.205.15 MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK IN REAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
6.201.11 MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP, FRONT SERVICE COUNTER, WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND REAR STORAGE AREA. DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 6.201.16 MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
4.202.18 MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD & FILTERS, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. 6.303.11 MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN REAR STORAGE AND PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
2.102.13 FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. INFORMATION PROVIDED.
ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION LICENSE INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE.
MAY 12018PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
Observed pre-portioned condiments, ceszar dressing, chipotle mayo, ranch dressing, blue cheese, etc., for sale to public stored in true two-door cooler with no dates or labels. Also observed pre portion mixed green salads in Pepsi one door cooler condo for sale to public. Informed the manager that once items are removed from bulk container, dates and labels must be provided. Instructed manager to provide labels and dates, must maintain it all times.
Observed cardboard used as liner on wire shelving racks in walk-in cooler. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to remove and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed rust stains on wire shelving racks in walk-in freezer and 3 door top loading prep cooler. Instructed manager to remove rust, seal and ensured surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed cardboard boxes used as storage container, for condiments in two door true cold holding unit, at prep station. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to replace and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable.
Observed food splatter on exterior surface of garland stove, next to vertical broiler. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed food and mold like substance in bedded in door gaskets of 3 door Continental, top loading reach-in cooler.Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed excessive dust and debris on top surface of deck oven in prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed grease buildup on Hood filters above fry and grill stations. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain it all times.
Observed raw unfinished plaster wall in basement dry storage room. Informed the manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to seal said area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed Hood filters above fry and Grill stations, not operable and working at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair, service and maintain it all times. Observed 3 inch by 5 inch hole above mop sink in mop closet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Observed broken stainless steel vacuum breaker cap on mop sink faucet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain it all times
Observed mops stored/resting on floor in utility closet. Instructed manager to elevate mops to prevent pest harboarage.
APR 242018FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
Observed small live fly activity in the following areas: *15 or more on menu display wall at front counter/Beverage dispensing area. *8 or more on wall and ceiling junctions in mop closet. * 5 or more in dining area (flying about and on walls). Instructed manager to schedule visit with pest control operator to eliminate activity before re inspection date. Serious Violation #7-38-020
Observed pre-portioned condiments, ceszar dressing, chipotle mayo, ranch dressing, blue cheese, etc., for sale to public stored in true two-door cooler with no dates or labels. Also observed pre portion mixed green salads in Pepsi one door cooler condo for sale to public. Informed the manager that once items are removed from bulk container, dates and labels must be provided. Instructed manager to provide labels and dates, must maintain it all times.
Observed cardboard used as liner on wire shelving racks in walk-in cooler. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to remove and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed rust stains on wire shelving racks in walk-in freezer and 3 door top loading prep cooler. Instructed manager to remove rust, seal and ensured surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed cardboard boxes used as storage container, for condiments in two door true cold holding unit, at prep station. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to replace and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable.
Observed food splatter on exterior surface of garland stove, next to vertical broiler. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed food and mold like substance in bedded in door gaskets of 3 door Continental, top loading reach-in cooler.Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed excessive dust and debris on top surface of deck oven in prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed grease buildup on Hood filters above fry and grill stations. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain it all times.
Observed raw unfinished plaster wall in basement dry storage room. Informed the manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to seal said area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed Hood filters above fry and Grill stations, not operable and working at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair, service and maintain it all times. Observed 3 inch by 5 inch hole above mop sink in mop closet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Observed broken stainless steel vacuum breaker cap on mop sink faucet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain it all times
Observed mops stored/resting on floor in utility closet. Instructed manager to elevate mops to prevent pest harboarage.
MAR 222018PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
Observed pre-portioned condiments, ceszar dressing, chipotle mayo, ranch dressing, blue cheese, etc., for sale to public stored in true two-door cooler with no dates or labels. Also observed pre portion mixed green salads in Pepsi one door cooler condo for sale to public. Informed the manager that once items are removed from bulk container, dates and labels must be provided. Instructed manager to provide labels and dates, must maintain it all times.
Observed cardboard used as liner on wire shelving racks in walk-in cooler. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to remove and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed rust stains on wire shelving racks in walk-in freezer and 3 door top loading prep cooler. Instructed manager to remove rust, seal and ensured surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed cardboard boxes used as storage container, for condiments in two door true cold holding unit, at prep station. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to replace and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable.
Observed food splatter on exterior surface of garland stove, next to vertical broiler. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed food and mold like substance in bedded in door gaskets of 3 door Continental, top loading reach-in cooler.Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed excessive dust and debris on top surface of deck oven in prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed grease buildup on Hood filters above fry and grill stations. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain it all times.
Observed raw unfinished plaster wall in basement dry storage room. Informed the manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to seal said area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed Hood filters above fry and Grill stations, not operable and working at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair, service and maintain it all times. Observed 3 inch by 5 inch hole above mop sink in mop closet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Observed broken stainless steel vacuum breaker cap on mop sink faucet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain it all times
MAR 152018FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Observed gyro meat (beef/lamb) on spit and exposed to ambient room temperature, without heat on, at 65.7f Instructed once potentially hazardous foods are on the spit (vertical broiler) the heat must be on continuously. Cooking process must be continuous and not intermittent and no longer than 4 hours. Operator voluntarily discarded and denatured 4lbs of meat, at total value of $12.00 Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
Garbage area not maintained/rodent proof. Observed both garbage dumpsters with over flowing with excessive trash. Also observed grounds around and under grease dumpster with excessive grease and debris. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain to prevent rodent harborage. As well as to contact waste management company to service dumpsters. Serious violation #7-38-020
Observed pre-portioned condiments, ceszar dressing, chipotle mayo, ranch dressing, blue cheese, etc., for sale to public stored in true two-door cooler with no dates or labels. Also observed pre portion mixed green salads in Pepsi one door cooler condo for sale to public. Informed the manager that once items are removed from bulk container, dates and labels must be provided. Instructed manager to provide labels and dates, must maintain it all times.
Observed cardboard used as liner on wire shelving racks in walk-in cooler. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to remove and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed rust stains on wire shelving racks in walk-in freezer and 3 door top loading prep cooler. Instructed manager to remove rust, seal and ensured surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed cardboard boxes used as storage container, for condiments in two door true cold holding unit, at prep station. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to replace and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable.
Observed food splatter on exterior surface of garland stove, next to vertical broiler. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed food and mold like substance in bedded in door gaskets of 3 door Continental, top loading reach-in cooler.Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed excessive dust and debris on top surface of deck oven in prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed grease buildup on Hood filters above fry and grill stations. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain it all times.
Observed raw unfinished plaster wall in basement dry storage room. Informed the manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to seal said area and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times. Observed Hood filters above fry and Grill stations, not operable and working at time of inspection. Instructed manager to repair, service and maintain it all times. Observed 3 inch by 5 inch hole above mop sink in mop closet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Observed broken stainless steel vacuum breaker cap on mop sink faucet. Instructed manager to repair and maintain it all times.
MAY 22017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
Observed tape used on shattered glass door of men's restroom as a form of repair. Must remove tape and repair shattered glass. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.
APR 212017FAILED8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
Found the following potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the reach in prep cooler: 1/4lb of beef @ 52.9F; 3/4lb of eggs @ 47.1F; 3/4lb of turkey @ 59.0F; 1/4lb of sliced tomato @ 46.8.5F; and 1lb of ham @ 48.4F. Found (3lbs) 9 slices of pizza (cheese, sausage, gyro and pepperoni) ranging between 121.9F-132.5F in the hot holding unit at front counter. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40F or lower when cold, and 140F or higher when hot. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods totaling in value @ $44. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
Observed poor hygienic practices in kitchen by food handlers. Observed a food handler using bare hand contact with ready to eat foods (food handler making sandwich and touching bread, deli meats, cheese, and lettuce with bare hands. Observed food handler holding pizza crust with bare hands, while cutting whole pizza into slices. Observed another food handler using the same glove for multiple tasks (handling raw meats, then lettuce). Instructed to discard all foods that have been touched with bare hands, or affected by cross contamination. Discussed proper procedure for good hygienic practices with manager. Witnessed manager correcting food handlers. Critical violation 7-38-010.
Found 15-20 small, black flies in rear prep, on dish drying rack, near reach in prep cooler across from cooking line, and on walls near utility sink. Must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas and eliminate small, black fly activity. Serious violation 7-38-020.
Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (pizzas, gyros, sandwiches, etc.) are being cooked and served. Instructed must have a city of Chicago certified manager on site at all times when potentially hazardous foods are being prepped, cooked and/or served. Instructed must have original certification posted. Serious violation 7-38-012.
Found the previous minor violation not corrected from report #1632935, dated 3/10/16: #33 OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND FILM ON THE WIRE RACK NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, THE CAN OPENER AND THE HANDLES ON THE COOK LINE HAND SINK. #34 OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF PLASTIC CAPS AND SPILLED SYRUP ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE SODA MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #36 THERE IS NO LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT AT THE LEFT END OF THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS. #43 OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE CUTTING BOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES. Must correct all previous minor violations. Serious Violation 7-42-090.
Observed tape used on shattered glass door of men's restroom as a form of repair. Must remove tape and repair shattered glass. All surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must maintain same.
Observed large area of standing water at bottom of stairs to basement hallway. Must keep area clean and dry to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain same.
No food handler certificates on site. Instructed must provide proof of food handler training for all food handling employees. Must maintain.
MAR 102016PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED SODA, PIZZA BOXES AND OTHER TAKE OUT CONTAINERS BEING STORED UNDER EXPOSED SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. PROVIDE GUTTERS FOR THE EXPOSED SEWER LINES, OR STORE ALL FOOD AND FOOD PACKAGING SO THEY ARE NOT DIRECTLY UNDER THE EXPOSED LINES. OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL LINING THE SHELF ABOVE THE STOVE AND LINING THE WALL TO THE RIGHT OF THE GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FOIL AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED SMALL BOWLS BEING USED TO DISPENSE BULK GOODS. INSTRUCTED TO USE A SCOOP WITH A HANDLE.
OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND FILM ON THE WIRE RACK NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, THE CAN OPENER AND THE HANDLES ON THE COOK LINE HAND SINK.
OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF PLASTIC CAPS AND SPILLED SYRUP ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE SODA MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
THERE IS NO LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT AT THE LEFT END OF THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS.
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE CUTTING BOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES
MAR 32016FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 SMALL FLIES NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED OPERATOR TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND RECOMMENDED TO OBTAIN THE SERVICES OF A LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020.
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHEESE STEAK, PIZZA) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012.
OBSERVED SODA, PIZZA BOXES AND OTHER TAKE OUT CONTAINERS BEING STORED UNDER EXPOSED SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. PROVIDE GUTTERS FOR THE EXPOSED SEWER LINES, OR STORE ALL FOOD AND FOOD PACKAGING SO THEY ARE NOT DIRECTLY UNDER THE EXPOSED LINES. OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL LINING THE SHELF ABOVE THE STOVE AND LINING THE WALL TO THE RIGHT OF THE GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FOIL AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES TO BE SMOOTH, DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED SMALL BOWLS BEING USED TO DISPENSE BULK GOODS. INSTRUCTED TO USE A SCOOP WITH A HANDLE.
OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND FILM ON THE WIRE RACK NEXT TO THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, THE CAN OPENER AND THE HANDLES ON THE COOK LINE HAND SINK.
OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF PLASTIC CAPS AND SPILLED SYRUP ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE SODA MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
THERE IS NO LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT AT THE LEFT END OF THE COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS.
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON THE CUTTING BOARD AND PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZER SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
MAR 112015PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violationsDETAILS
NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED. MUST PROVIDE (BEEF,STEAK)SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
MUST REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE EXTERIOR TOP OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF FRYERS, THE EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND SHELVING RACKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE TOILETS AND SINKS IN EACH WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER AND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER THE PIZZA OVEN,UNDER SINKS, UNDER PREP TABLES AND ALONG THE COOK LINE.
MUST REPLACE ALL THE STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE DINING AREA AND IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM.
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE HALLWAY DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CARDBOARD AND OTHER CLUTTER. MUST ALSO REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE KITCHEN STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
MUST PROVIDE THE IDPH FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED.
FEB 32015PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
MUST REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE EXTERIOR TOP OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF FRYERS, THE EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND SHELVING RACKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE TOILETS AND SINKS IN EACH WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER AND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER THE PIZZA OVEN,UNDER SINKS, UNDER PREP TABLES AND ALONG THE COOK LINE.
MUST REPLACE ALL THE STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE DINING AREA AND IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM.
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE HALLWAY DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CARDBOARD AND OTHER CLUTTER. MUST ALSO REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE KITCHEN STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
MUST PROVIDE THE IDPH FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED.
JAN 292015FAILED8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20-25 LIVE SMALL FLIES RESTING ON WALLS IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER, ON SHELVING RACKS, IN DINING AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
EXTERIOR GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. NOTED EXCESSIVE GARBAGE OVERFLOWING FROM THE GARBAGE RECEPTACLES ONTO THE GROUND. ALSO NOTED EXCESSIVE WASTE GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE RECEPTACLE AND ON THE GROUND AROUND THE RECEPTACLE. MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE RECEPTACLE, REMOVE THE GREASE FROM THE GROUND, REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE GARBAGE, CLOSE RECEPTACLE LIDS AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
MUST REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE EXTERIOR TOP OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF FRYERS, THE EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND SHELVING RACKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE TOILETS AND SINKS IN EACH WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER AND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER THE PIZZA OVEN,UNDER SINKS, UNDER PREP TABLES AND ALONG THE COOK LINE.
MUST REPLACE ALL THE STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE DINING AREA AND IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM.
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE HALLWAY DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CARDBOARD AND OTHER CLUTTER. MUST ALSO REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE KITCHEN STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
MUST PROVIDE THE IDPH FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED.
JAN 262015FAILED10 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
EMPLOYEE HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. NOTED A HOLE IN THE DRAIN PIPE AT THE HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK CAUSING EXCESSIVE LEAKING WHEN WATER TURNED ON IN THE SINK BASIN. MUST REPAIR. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20-25 LIVE SMALL FLIES RESTING ON WALLS IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER, ON SHELVING RACKS, IN DINING AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
EXTERIOR GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. NOTED EXCESSIVE GARBAGE OVERFLOWING FROM THE GARBAGE RECEPTACLES ONTO THE GROUND. ALSO NOTED EXCESSIVE WASTE GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE RECEPTACLE AND ON THE GROUND AROUND THE RECEPTACLE. MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE GREASE RECEPTACLE, REMOVE THE GREASE FROM THE GROUND, REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE GARBAGE, CLOSE RECEPTACLE LIDS AND MAINTAIN AREA. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED. ALSO, NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. (BEEF, ETC) MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012
MUST REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE EXTERIOR TOP OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK GREASE TRAP.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF FRYERS, THE EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND SHELVING RACKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN THE TOILETS AND SINKS IN EACH WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER AND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREAS.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER THE PIZZA OVEN,UNDER SINKS, UNDER PREP TABLES AND ALONG THE COOK LINE.
MUST REPLACE ALL THE STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE DINING AREA AND IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM.
MUST REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE HALLWAY DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE CARDBOARD AND OTHER CLUTTER. MUST ALSO REMOVE CLUTTER IN THE KITCHEN STORAGE AREAS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
MUST PROVIDE THE IDPH FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES AS REQUIRED.
SEP 122014PASS W/ CONDITIONS4 violationsDETAILS
NO CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES DURING PREPPING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MEAT SAUCE, PIZZA, SANDWICHES, CHICKEN, STEAK ETC.), ARE BEING HANDLED AND SERVED. MUST PROVIDE . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYERS AND STORAGE RACK AT REAR OF ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS. MUST CLEAN.
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT REAR UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE RACKS, AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
REPAIR/REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES/LIGHT PANELS AND CLEAN WHERE NECESSARY.
SEP 52014PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
3-DOOR PREP COOLER IN PREP AREA AT 55.8 DEGREES F, UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40 DEGREES F OR LOWER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (ITALIAN SAUSAGE, MOZZERELLAL CHEESE, MEAT SAUCE AND PEPPERRONI) IN 3-DOOR PREP COOLER AT INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49.6-64.9 DEGREES F. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DENATURED AND DISCARDED FOOD ITEMS. APPROX. WT. 58LBS. AND VALUE $129.00. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
NO CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES DURING PREPPING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MEAT SAUCE, PIZZA, SANDWICHES, CHICKEN, STEAK ETC.), ARE BEING HANDLED AND SERVED. MUST PROVIDE . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYERS AND STORAGE RACK AT REAR OF ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS. MUST CLEAN.
DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT REAR UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE RACKS, AND SURROUNDING AREAS.
REPAIR/REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES/LIGHT PANELS AND CLEAN WHERE NECESSARY.
MAY 32013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER OF DEBRIS, ALSO CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVINGS OF DEBRIS ON 1st Fl AND IN BASEMENT.
FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILL AND DEBRIS.
APR 22013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER OF DEBRIS, ALSO CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVINGS OF DEBRIS ON 1st Fl AND IN BASEMENT.
FLOORS NEED CLEANING AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILL AND DEBRIS.
APR 182012PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN UNDER GRILLS TO REMOVE EXCESS FOOD DEBRI. ALSO MUST CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVES OF COOLERS.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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 BETTER ORGANIZE AND DECLUTTER DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT.ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
APR 112012FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.DURING INSPECTION OBSERVED 20 DRAIN FLIES ON CEILING TILES IN REAR KITCHEN AREA.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDE SERVICE PRIOR TO 4/18/2012.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 H000076809 14 COURT DATE 5/31/2012 1100AM RM 112 400 W SUPERIOR CHGO,IL PLEASE SEE BACK OF CITATION FOR PREPAYMENT INFORMATION AND PAYMENT LOCATIONS.
The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED DURING INSPECTION. EXCESS GARBAGE IS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND CARD BOARD BOXES WITH LIDS OPEN. ALSO OBSERVED FLOOR AROUND TRASH CONTAINER DIRTY. MUST CLEAN ALL AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREAS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 H000076809 14 COURT DATE 5/31/2012 1100AM RM 112 400 W SUPERIOR CHGO,IL PLEASE SEE BACK OF CITATION FOR PREPAYMENT INFORMATION AND PAYMENT LOCATIONS.
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN UNDER GRILLS TO REMOVE EXCESS FOOD DEBRI. ALSO MUST CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVES OF COOLERS.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST TIGHTEN HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT REAR KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSAND SINK.
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 BETTER ORGANIZE AND DECLUTTER DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT.ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
FEB 172011PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
THE 3-DOOR COOLER HAS CARD BOARD AND PLASTIC BLOCKING THE AIR FLOW AT THE TOP OF THE COOLER, ITEMS WERE REMOVED AT THIS TIME.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS IN THE WALK IN COOLER SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND SANITARY FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
CLEAN ARE MAINTAIN THE DIRTY FLOOR DRAIN BNY THE MOPB SINK.
JUL 132010FAILED4 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. Noted over 40-mice droppings along the walls & behind the storage shelves & milk crates of the basement storage room. Also found 12-mice droppings on the bottom shelf (to the left of the same room). Bottom of the storage door has at least 1/2 inch gap-must protect, to prevent pest entry. Must seal any existing holes/openings around pipes or soda lines also.
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. Following need cleaning: fan guards/compressors of coolers, interior floor of small coolers, cabinet under soda machine-due to food debris, dust or dirt.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. Floors under shelves in dishroom area & under some shelvings in the pizza dough-making area must be kept clean.
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. Any milk/soda crates used as storage rack must be removed, for easy access to cleaning/pest monitoring.
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