SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

PITA GRILL.

BEAT. 48/100

1241 N CLYBOURN AVE · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO

Last inspected September 6, 2017 · passed

Failed 6 of 18 inspections. 8 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
18
10 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 6 failed
VIOLATIONS
90
includes 8 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Jan 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

SEP 6
2017
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 29
2017
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

INADEQUATE INSECTS CONTROL. FOUND AROUND 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES AT REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED MGR TO ELIMINATE INSECTS ACTIVITY IN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

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

FOUND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PRODUCE COOLER AND THE 2-DR COOLER IN THE REAR KITCHEN FILTHY AND EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRI AND FOOD SPLASHES AT THE BOTTOM SHELVES, THE DOOR TRACKS AND DOORS.ALSO FOUND ENCRUSTED ICE/FROST AT THE REAR 2DR FREEZER AND FOOD SPLASHES AT THE INTERIOR OF THE FREEZER DOOR.ALSO FOUND ALL COUNTER TOPS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY WITH GRIME AND FOOD SPILLS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL ABOVE STATED COOLERS

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

CLUTTERED REAR STORAGE AREA, PERSONAL ITEMS STORED WITH FOOD BAGS, INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN.

JUL 13
2017
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

FOUND FOODS BEING STORED INSIDE WHITE SHOPPING BAGS INSIDE THE 2DR FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOODS NOT STORED IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS INSIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.MUST PROVIDE. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.

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

FOUND KNIVES BEING STORED AGAINST THE WALL AND THE TOP OF THE 3-COMP SINK. MUST PROPERLY STORE MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT ALL TIMES.

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

FOUND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PRODUCE COOLER AND THE 2-DR COOLER IN THE REAR KITCHEN FILTHY AND EXTREMELY DIRTY WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRI AND FOOD SPLASHES AT THE BOTTOM SHELVES, THE DOOR TRACKS AND DOORS.ALSO FOUND ENCRUSTED ICE/FROST AT THE REAR 2DR FREEZER AND FOOD SPLASHES AT THE INTERIOR OF THE FREEZER DOOR.ALSO FOUND ALL COUNTER TOPS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY WITH GRIME AND FOOD SPILLS.MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL ABOVE STATED COOLERS.

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

FOUND DIRTY WALLS AND CEILINGS IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA WITH SAUCE AND FOOD SPLASHES ABOVE THE 3-COMP SINK AREA AND AT THE FRONT COOKING AREA.MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

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

FOUND GRIME AND GREASE UNCRUSTED ON CEILING PANELS ABOVE THE COOKING AREA.ALSO FOUND ALL EXHAUST HOOD VENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND GREASE BUILD-UP. FOUND CORNER OF WALL WITH A BROKEN WALL COVING AND A HOLE AT WALL UNDER THE ABOVE STATED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

ONLY FOUND TWO WORKING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3-COMP SINK. MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE 3 WORKING SINK STOPPERS FOR THE 3-COMP IN ORDER TO PROPERLY SET-UP 3-COMP SINK FOR WASHING, RINSING AND SANITIZING.

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

FOUND EXCESSIVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA I.E. OLD CARD BOARD BOXES, AND BROKEN COOLER DOORS. MUST DECLUTTER REAR KITCHEN AREA OF ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS.

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

FOUND THE FRONT SCREEN DOOR HANGING OFF THE HINGES. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

FOUND GRIME AND GREASE UNCRUSTED ON CEILING PANELS ABOVE THE COOKING AREA.ALSO FOUND ALL EXHAUST HOOD VENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND GREASE BUILD-UP. FOUND CORNER OF WALL WITH A BROKEN WALL COVING AND A HOLE AT WALL UNDER THE ABOVE STATED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

FOUND SLOW DRAINING HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED OUTSIDE OF THE MEN'S RESTROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

FOUND WASH CLOTHS SITTING ON COUNTER TOPS IN THE KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN WASH CLOTHS INSIDE SANITIZING SOLUTION UNTIL USED.

JUN 20
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED LARGE CUTTING BOARD AT THE FRONT PREP COOLER AREA WORNED-OUT WITH STAINS AND DEEP CUTS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.

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JUN 10
2016
FAILED
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED SEVERAL CONTAINERS OF RAW FOODS (BEEF,CHICKEN ETC.) STORED ABOVE AND NEXT TO UNCOVERED,UNLABELED READY-TO-EAT COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.ALSO,OBSERVED CONDENSATION UNIT OF WALK-IN-COOLER DRIPPING ON LID OF LARGE CONTAINER OF RICE STORED ON FLOOR IN SAME AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER FOOD PROTECTION DURING STORAGE,DISPLAY,SERVICE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1523180 DATED:02/23/2015.. 30 NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS IN CONTAINERS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND OR USE BY DATE INCLUDING BULK ITEMS. 05/23/2015 32 NOTED DIRTY AND RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. ALSO NOTED SHELVES INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER LINED WITH NEWS PAPERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON FOOD GRADE TOXIC PAINT AND/OR REPLACE. MUST ALSO REMOVE NEWSPAPERS USED TO LINE SHELVES AND CLEAN. 05/23/2015 33 NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILT UP INSIDE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 05/23/2015 34 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR AND UNDERNEATH SHELVING. 05/23/2015 35 NOTED HEAVY STAINS AND DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING PANELS AT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 05/23/2015 38 NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 05/23/2015 42 NOTED EMPLOYEES AT THE PREP AREAS PREPARING FOOD WITH NO HATS OR HAIR RESTRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR HAIR RESTRAINS IN THE PREP AREAS AT ALL TIMES. 05/23/2015 43 NOTED WASH DIRTY CLOTHS ON TABLE AT THE REAR PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE. 05/23/2015 45 NOTED EMPLOYEES ON SITE WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES ENROLL INTO THE FOOD HANDLER PROGRAM. 05/23/2015. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS BY 6/17/2016.. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

OBSERVED LARGE CUTTING BOARD AT THE FRONT PREP COOLER AREA WORNED-OUT WITH STAINS AND DEEP CUTS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.

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

OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES AT REAR DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES.

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

OBSERVED A SMALL WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT REAR PREPARATION AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND MAINTAIN.

FEB 23
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

NOTED TEMPERATURE OF DISPLAY COOLER TO BE IMPROPER AT 44.6F. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 40F AND BELOW. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

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

NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AND DISPLAY COOLER TO BE IMPROPER:RICE 51.7F,CHICK PEAS 48.1F, CHICKEN 44.4F, POTATOES 68F,EGGS 48F,FISH 46.4F,CHICKEN 47.2F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 80 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $250.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)

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

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS IN CONTAINERS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME, PREPARED BY DATE AND OR USE BY DATE INCLUDING BULK ITEMS.

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

NOTED DIRTY AND RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. ALSO NOTED SHELVES INSIDE DISPLAY COOLER LINED WITH NEWS PAPERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON FOOD GRADE TOXIC PAINT AND/OR REPLACE. MUST ALSO REMOVE NEWSPAPERS USED TO LINE SHELVES AND CLEAN.

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

NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILT UP INSIDE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THE REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE REAR AND UNDERNEATH SHELVING.

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

NOTED HEAVY STAINS AND DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING PANELS AT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

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

NOTED EMPLOYEES AT THE PREP AREAS PREPARING FOOD WITH NO HATS OR HAIR RESTRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS WEAR HAIR RESTRAINS IN THE PREP AREAS AT ALL TIMES.

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

NOTED WASH DIRTY CLOTHS ON TABLE AT THE REAR PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WASH CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION ESPECIALLY WHEN NOT IN USE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NOTED EMPLOYEES ON SITE WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES ENROLL INTO THE FOOD HANDLER PROGRAM.

JUL 15
2014
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

DETAIL CLEAN ALL FOOD EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS INCLUDING: INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, WIRE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS, PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR OF STOVE, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, BLENDER, GRINDER.

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

DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND WALK-IN COOLER.

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

REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALL BASE BELOW THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO THE CEILING.

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

DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE.

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

INADEQUATE LIGHTING PROVIDED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

NO PROBE THERMOMETER PROVIDED TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE ON PREMISES.

JUL 8
2014
FAILED
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSPest Activity
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED CHICKEN STORED IN SEVERAL PLASTIC CONTAINERS WHICH WERE LABELED "DETERGENT." ALSO, OBSERVED NAAN BREAD WRAPPED IN NEWSPAPER ON THE PREP TABLE. ALSO, OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN STORED ABOVE READY-TO-EAT FOOD AND PRODUCE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO, OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON THE PRODUCE (ONIONS) IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED THE CHICKEN STORED IN THE DETERGENT CONTAINERS, THE NAAN BREAD WRAPPED IN NEWSPAPER AND THE PRODUCE CONTAMINATED BY LIVE FRUIT FLIES. THE FOOD IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WAS REARRANGED SO THAT ALL RAW CHICKEN WAS STORED ON THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND PRODUCE WAS STORED SEPARATELY FROM RAW FOOD. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED AND LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. THE REAR EXIT DOOR HAS A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF THE DOOR. ALSO, OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE REAR PREP AREA AROUND THE PRODUCE. ALSO, OBSERVED A FLY STRIP ATTACHED TO THE CEILING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT REMOVED THE FLY STRIP AT MY REQUEST. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA IS NOT MAINTAINED CLEAN. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE LITTER ON THE GROUND AROUND THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

OBSERVED PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT LABELED AND DATED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS.

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

OBSERVED RAW MEATS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.

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

DETAIL CLEAN ALL FOOD EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS INCLUDING: INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS, WIRE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, STORAGE SHELVES AND RACKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS, PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR OF STOVE, VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, BLENDER, GRINDER.

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

DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREAS AND WALK-IN COOLER.

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

REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALL BASE BELOW THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO THE CEILING.

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

INADEQUATE LIGHTING PROVIDED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

NO PROBE THERMOMETER PROVIDED TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE ON PREMISES.

JUN 19
2013
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 11
2013
FAILED
6 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

INADEQUATE INSECTS CONTROL, FOUND 4 LIVE COCKROACHES UNDER PREP COOLER IN REAR KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECTS ACTIVITY, PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED.

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

MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN FRONT HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE.

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

SHELVES THROUGH OUT PREP AND STORAGE AREAS NOT CLEAN, GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

WALLS IN POOR REPAIR BEHIND PREP AND CLEAN UTENSILS STORAGE AREAS, CHIPPED PAINT DAMAGED WALLS, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DURABLE SMOOTH SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.

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

DRIP PAN LEAKING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

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

FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL FOOD HANDLERS WITH PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS.

MAY 10
2012
PASSED
0 violations
APR 24
2012
PASSED
0 violations
APR 17
2012
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSDocumentation & Training
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

(7-38-012) NO ONE ON PREMISES WITH A CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST HAVE ONE PERSON ON SITE, WITH THIS CREDENTIALS, WHILE HANDLING, COOKING, PREPPING FOOD (LAMB, CHICKEN, BEEF). A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.

SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

(7-42-090) PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 5/24/11 VISIT. (#30-ALL FOOD IN COOLERS MUST BE DATED & LABELED; #32-STAINED CUTTING BOARD AT PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED; CHEST FREEZER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR, MUST FIX; #33-VENTILATION FILTERS AT BOTH HOODS MUST BE CLEANED; #35-REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES & REPAIR BASEBOARD UNDER 3-COMP SINK; 40-PROVIDE INTERNAL COOLER & FOOD THERMOMETERS). A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.

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

ALL FOODS STORED IN COOLERS THRU-OUT PREMISES MUST BE DATED, COVERED & LABELED. IF COOLING DOWN, THE START TIME OF COOLING PROCESS MUST BE INDICATED ON THE CONTAINER. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.

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

SHELVES ON BOTH SIDES OF PREP TABLES AT REAR KITCHEN, BOTTOM OF SAME TABLES & CABINETS AT FRONT PREP AREA/STEAMTABLE MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. EXTERIOR OF 3-COMP SINK NEED CLEANING ALSO. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.

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

FLOORS UNDER ALL STORAGE SHELVINGS, BEHIND & UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST BE KEPT CLEAN ALSO. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.

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

DUSTY CEILING VENTS THRU-OUT PREMISES MUST BE CLEANED & ANY WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES MUST BE REPLACED. WALLS AROUND/UNDER PREP TABLES MUST BE KEPT CLEAN ALSO. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.

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

FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED: LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMP SINK & AT THE COLD WATER SIDE OF REAR HANDSINK. 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.

JUN 6
2011
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL AND DATE PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.

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

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED NON FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS (PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS) USED TO STORE FROZEN MEATS IN THE FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY. OBSERVED EXPOSED INSULATION INSIDE OF THE DOOR TO THE CHEST FREEZER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. REPLACE THE STAINED CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF THE FRONT PREP AREA PREP COOLER.

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, WIRE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR PREP AREA, OUTSIDE OF THE CHEST FREEZER, VENTILATION FILTERS AT BOTH HOODS, LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREAS.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES. REPAIR THE BASEBOARD UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST HAVE A PROBE THERMOMETER TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES AND A THERMOMETER INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER.

MAY 24
2011
FAILED
12 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GARBAGE AND LITTER IN THE LOT BEHIND THE RESTAURANT AND AROUND THE GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO KEEP THE AREA AROUND THE RESTAURANT CLEAN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

SERIOUSOther
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WAS PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (CHICKEN, RICE) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

SERIOUSOther
* INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS

One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT WHERE IT IS VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.

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

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL AND DATE PREPARED FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.

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

All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED NON FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS (PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS) USED TO STORE FROZEN MEATS IN THE FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY. OBSERVED EXPOSED INSULATION INSIDE OF THE DOOR TO THE CHEST FREEZER. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. REPLACE THE STAINED CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF THE FRONT PREP AREA PREP COOLER.

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, WIRE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR PREP AREA, OUTSIDE OF THE CHEST FREEZER, VENTILATION FILTERS AT BOTH HOODS.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. PROVIDE FLOOR TILES WHERE MISSING IN THE REAR PREP AREA NEAR THE GREASE TRAP.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES. REPAIR THE BASEBOARD UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND THE FRONT PREP AREA.

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

REPAIR THE LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE THE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE SINK.

MINORFood Temperature
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST HAVE A PROBE THERMOMETER TO TAKE FOOD TEMPERATURES AND A THERMOMETER INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER.

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

All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WERE WORN BY FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

APR 13
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15LBS OF CHICKEN,GOAT MEAT AND COOKED RICE IN STEAM TABLE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATRES RANGING BETWEEN 110-128 DEGREES F. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005A.

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

All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS WITH THE PROPER LIDS TO STORE ALL BULK FOOD ITEMS. MUST ALSO PROPERLY LABEL ALL ITEMS STORED.

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

All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL CABINETS,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS, WASHROOM SURFACES AND ALL DIRTY SURFACES THROUGHOUT.

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

The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SINKS,BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLS AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN WALLS IN DISHWASHING AREA AND REPAINT WHERE NEEDED.

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

The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. MUST REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL FROM LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND PROPERLY REPAIR FAUCET.

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

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE MILK CRATE AND PROVIDE PROPER SHELVING TO STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.

JAN 12
2010
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST CORRECT VIOLATION # 30 FROM REPORT # 163371 ON 11-25-09

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

MUST CORRECT VIOLATION # 33 FROM REPORT # 163371 ON 11-25-09

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

MUST CORRECT VIOLATION # 34 FROM REPORT # 163371 ON 11-25-09.

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

MUST CORRECT VIOLATION # 35 FROM REPORT # 163371 ON 11-25-09

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

MUST CORRECT VIOLATION # 38 FROM REPORT # 163371 ON 11-25-09

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

MUST CORRECT VIOLATION # 41 FROM REPORT # 163371 ON 11-25-09

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