SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

PIZZA CAPRI.

BEAT. 18/100

1501 E 53RD ST · HYDE PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected October 9, 2025 · passed

Failed 15 of 50 inspections. 41 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
50
27 passed · 8 w/ conditions · 15 failed
VIOLATIONS
312
includes 41 critical
RECORDS COVER
14 YEARS
since Dec 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

OCT 9
2025
PASSED
10 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND BAR AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS NOT COVERED AND STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE, BASEMENT AND WALK-IN COOLER AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

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

OBSERVED CLEAN MULTI-USE POTS AND PANS STORED ON FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT OFF FLOOR.

MINOROther
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES AND SHELVING UNITS IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS, FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AND BASEBOARDS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

SEP 26
2025
FAILED
17 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND BAR AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSURE ON BRUNCH MENU. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSURE ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

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

OBSERVED PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 53.1F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 41F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHL. PRIORTY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR, ON SHELVES UNDER HOLDING UNITS, INSIDE FRYER CABINETS IN FRONT PREP AREA, ON FLOORS, SHELVES AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES IN MIDDLE PREP AREA, ON FLOOR AND BOTTOM OF TABLES IN DISH WASHING AREA, ON LEDGES AND FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS, ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS NOT COVERED AND STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE, BASEMENT AND WALK-IN COOLER AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.

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

OBSERVED CLEAN MULTI-USE POTS AND PANS STORED ON FLOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT OFF FLOOR.

MINOROther
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED

OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

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

OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES IN PREP, DISH WASHING AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING THERMOMETER OR TEST KIT FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS, FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER HAND WASHING AND 3-COMPARTMENT IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AND BASEBOARDS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON WALLS AND CEILING VENTS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 14
2025
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR SHELVES OF THE WALK IN AND REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREP AND STORAGE AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE WALL BASE/COVE IN POOR REPAIR IN THE BASEMENT PREP / STORAGE AREA AND INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.

SEP 13
2024
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER THAWING UNDER COOL RUNNING WATER OR INSIDE COOLER, NOT SITTING IN WATER.

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS FROM SHELVING,FAN COVER,WALLS AND CEILING. ALSO CLEAN STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR GREASE.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE BOTTOM OF THE HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO LIDS ON THE GARBAGE CANS IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT ESPECIALLY AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CEILING IN THE BASEMENT REAR NEEDS CHANGING OUT, OBSERVED BLACK SUBSTANCE.

JUN 12
2024
PASSED
0 violations
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APR 29
2024
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR SHELVING IN THE WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER. ALSO CLEAN COUNTER TOP,DRY STORAGE SHELVING AND INSIDE PREP COOLERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A LEAK UNDERNEATH THE HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING ROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR TILES IN THE DISHWASHING AND PREP AREAS IN POOR REPAIR(CRACKED). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS THROUGH OUT NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS.

NOV 2
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN WALLS AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED IN KITCHEN AREA.

OCT 3
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN WALLS AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED IN KITCHEN AREA.

SEP 5
2023
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN WALLS AROUND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED IN KITCHEN AREA.

JUN 29
2023
PASSED
11 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN NEED OF PROPER LABELING AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED MANNER. NO KNIVES BETWEEN COUNTER AND COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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

CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREAS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DARK IN COLOR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

ALL SIDES, WHEELS AND TOPS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE NUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS AND WALLS IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL ALL FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGH OUT 1ST FLOOR.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

HOOD VENT FILTERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HOLD A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST HAVE A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS IN NEED OF ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

APR 28
2023
PASSED
11 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN NEED OF PROPER LABELING AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED MANNER. NO KNIVES BETWEEN COUNTER AND COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

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

CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREAS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DARK IN COLOR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

ALL SIDES, WHEELS AND TOPS OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE NUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS AND WALLS IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL ALL FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGH OUT 1ST FLOOR.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

HOOD VENT FILTERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL EMPLOYEES WHO DO NOT HOLD A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST HAVE A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE HOLDERS IN NEED OF ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.

DEC 1
2022
PASSED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HANDWASHING SIGN FOR THE MENS WASHROOM. (CORRECTED ON SITE)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

INSTRUCTED TO LABEL THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA UNDER PREP TABLES WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA, CLEAN CAN OPENER AND SLEEVE HOLDER AT BASEMENT PREP TABLE, CLEAN BOTTOM OF FRYER IN PIZZA PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO LIDS FOUND ON WASTE RECEPTACLES IN WOMENS WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES WITH LIDS FOR PERSONAL ITEMS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SOME RUSTY CEILING VENTS AND TILE IN PREP AREAS AND DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PAINT WHERE NEEDED.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN THE PASTA COOKING AREA.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MANAGER HAS AN EXPIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A VALID CERTIFICATE.

AUG 26
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT (COS) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AND FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND DISHMACHINE WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE SPLATTER, DIRT, GREASE, DUST AND MOLD; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA TO REMOVE DUST. SOME VENTS OBSERVED WITH RUST; CLEAN OR PAINT. SOME CEILING TILE NEED REPLACING. CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM APRIL 8, 2021 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. #57 ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES WERE EXPIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.

APR 8
2021
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BLADE OF THE CAN OPENER AT THE PREP TABLE IN THE BASEMENT. (COS) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER AT THE PREP TABLE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS AND UNDERNEATH THE GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE AND PARTICLES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AND FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND DISHMACHINE WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE SPLATTER, DIRT, GREASE, DUST AND MOLD; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA TO REMOVE DUST. SOME VENTS OBSERVED WITH RUST; CLEAN OR PAINT. SOME CEILING TILE NEED REPLACING. CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES WERE EXPIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.

APR 1
2021
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE ON PREMISES; MUST CORRECT. FOUND 80 TO 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT IN A SMALL ROOM ACROSS FROM THE AREA WHERE THE HOT WATER TANK IS STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BLADE OF THE CAN OPENER AT THE PREP TABLE IN THE BASEMENT. (COS) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE MEAT SLICER AT THE PREP TABLE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS AND UNDERNEATH THE GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE AND PARTICLES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AND FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND DISHMACHINE WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE SPLATTER, DIRT, GREASE, DUST AND MOLD; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN THE PIZZA PREP AREA TO REMOVE DUST. SOME VENTS OBSERVED WITH RUST; CLEAN OR PAINT. SOME CEILING TILE NEED REPLACING. CLEAN FAN COVERS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES WERE EXPIRED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.

OCT 29
2019
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA OF FOOD DEBRIS.

OCT 25
2019
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

NOTED WATER TURNED OFF AT PREP AREA OF BASEMENT HAND SINK DUE TO POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT HAND WASH SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT OF WATER HEATER ROOM AND AT CORNERS OF DRY STORAGE AREA AND ALONG WALL BASE. ALSO NOTED OVER 20 SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON WALL, CEILING AND BOXES OF SAME AREA. MUST REMOVE CLEAN/SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).

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

OBSERVED ICE BUILD-UP ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING IN BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE.

SERIOUSSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE SHELVES IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER OF FOOD SPILLS AND FOOD DEBRIS

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA OF FOOD DEBRIS.

DEC 21
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Must provide employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Must provide printed vomit and diarrhea clean up policy. Priority foundation 7-38-005

SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

3-501.17 Observed TCS foods in walk in coolers without proper labels. Must label all TCS foods with common name and discard date. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Must provide consumer advisory disclosure and reminder for burgers cooked to order. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.13 Observed broken/damaged coving in dish area. Must repair and maintain same.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 Observed damaged/porous walls in dish room. Must detail repair and detail clean all walls. Must maintain same.

SERIOUSSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14 Observed excessive debris accumulation on fan vents in walk in cooler in basement. Must remove, detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 Must provide proof of allergen training for all Chicago certified food sanitation managers.

OCT 9
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Must provide employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Must provide printed vomit and diarrhea clean up policy. Priority foundation 7-38-005

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Found the following TCS (time/temperature control for safety) foods at improper temperatures in the front prep cooler and the basement walk in cooler: chicken @ 46.2F - 47.5F; salmon @ 57.7F; shrimp @ 47.7F; calamari @ 46.8F; talapia @ 45F; mozzarella cheese @ 47.5F; mixed greens (bagged) 52.5F; cooked spinach @ 52.1F; heavy cream @ 50.7F; tuna @ 48.1F; an shredded cheddar cheese @ 47.9F; marscapone cheese @ 48.9F; and sliced sausage @ 48.8F. Found cooked salmon @ 116F and parmesean cheese @ 65.1F on the front counter. Instructed must keep TCS foods at 41F or less or 135F or more at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded 80lbs of denatured foods during inspection. Operator estimates total value to be $ 400. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

3-501.17 Observed TCS foods in walk in coolers without proper labels. Must label all TCS foods with common name and discard date. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

Must provide consumer advisory disclosure and reminder for burgers cooked to order. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

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

Observed front prep cooler and basement walk in cooler unable to maintain proper temperature. Ambient air temperature found at 47.4F in prep cooler, and 45.5 in basement walk in cooler. Instructed all refrigeration must have ambient air temperature of 41F or less at all times. Refrigeration repair service on site during inspection to repair both units. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

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

4-501.12 Observed heavily stained/soiled cutting board in front prep. Must resurface or replace. Must maintain same.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.13 Observed broken/damaged coving in dish area. Must repair and maintain same.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-201.11 Observed damaged/porous walls in dish room. Must detail repair and detail clean all walls. Must maintain same.

SERIOUSSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-501.14 Observed excessive debris accumulation on fan vents in walk in cooler in basement. Must remove, detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 Must provide proof of allergen training for all Chicago certified food sanitation managers.

MAR 22
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

Found potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the coolers drawers in the front prep area. Found shrimp @ 52.5F; salmon @ 49.8F; and chicken @ 55.4F. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be at 40F or less or 140F or higher at all times. Operator voluntarily discard denatured foods during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

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

Observed cutting board in front prep area heavily soiled with deep groves. Instructed must resurface to replace cutting boards to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.

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

Observed missing/damaged ceiling tile in rear of basement prep area (near walk in coolers). Must repair/replace to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

CRITICALFood Storage & Handling
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

Observed sewage waste pipe directly over dry storage items in basement prep area. Must completely encase sewage waste pipe or relocate items stored beneath. Must maintain same.

JAN 29
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

Found the following raw potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures in the cooler drawer in front prep area: chicken @ 48.2F; shrimp @ 46.8F; Salmon @ 46.6F, and calamari @ 47.3F. Instructed must keep all potentially hazardous at 40F or less, or 140F or more at all times. Operator voluntarily discarded denatured foods during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

Observed raw potentially hazardous foods (such as chicken, fish, meat, etc.) stored directly above ready to eat foods (such as tomatoes, sauces, condiments, fresh produce, etc.) in front prep cooler drawers, in walk in on main floor, and in walk-in in basement prep. Instructed raw potentially hazardous foods may not be stored above ready to eat foods, fresh produce, or sauces or condiments, etc. Operator had all coolers reorganized during inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

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

Observed cutting board in front prep area heavily soiled with deep groves. Instructed must resurface to replace cutting boards to prevent contamination. Must maintain same.

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

Observed missing/damaged ceiling tile in rear of basement prep area (near walk in coolers). Must repair/replace to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.

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

Observed sewage waste pipe directly over dry storage items in basement prep area. Must completely encase sewage waste pipe or relocate items stored beneath. Must maintain same. Observed excessive dust accumulation on ventilation covers in walk in on main floor. Must remove, clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.

OCT 31
2017
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA AND PREPARED FOOD IN WALK-IN COOLERS.

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

INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON EXPOSED SINK NEXT TO PREP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS.

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

REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT PREP, MIDDLE PREP, BASEMENT PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. GROUT ALL LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL PREP, STORAGE, AND DISHWASHING AREAS.

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

REMOVE ALL PEELING PAINT AND HANGING SURFACES INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.

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

REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN BASEMENT REACH-IN COOLER AND BEVERAGE COOLER NEAR WASHROOMS.

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

ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

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

STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT THE REQUIRED PPM.

OCT 24
2017
FAILED
12 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS FINAL RINSE 150F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE AND MAINTAIN FINAL RINSE AT 180F. HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

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

OBSERVED OVER 20 FLYING INSECTS IN FRONT PREP, MIDDLE PREP, BASEMENT PREP DISH WASHING, AND DINING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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

LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA AND PREPARED FOOD IN WALK-IN COOLERS.

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

INSTALL SPLASH GUARD ON EXPOSED SINK NEXT TO PREP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, SHELVING UNITS.

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

REPLACE ALL DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN FRONT PREP, MIDDLE PREP, BASEMENT PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. GROUT ALL LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL PREP, STORAGE, AND DISHWASHING AREAS.

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

REMOVE ALL PEELING PAINT AND HANGING SURFACES INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.

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

REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PIZZA PREP AREA AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN BASEMENT REACH-IN COOLER AND BEVERAGE COOLER NEAR WASHROOMS.

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

ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

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

STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT THE REQUIRED PPM.

JAN 4
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

FOUND APPROX 40-LBS OF COOKED PASTA(packages) INSIDE FRONT PREP COOLER MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES,44.5F,45.7F.46.7F,48.0F.MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW.FOOD REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER APPROX COST $40.00.CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

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

PROPERLY STORE OPENED CAN FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS

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

REMOVE HEAVY ICE BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR AND ON FLOOR AND SHELVES WITHIN SAME FREEZER

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

CLEAN/SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, SHELVES IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER OF ENCRUSTED FOOD BUILD UP.

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

DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT HOT LINE, PIZZA STATION AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND DERIS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVING ALONG WALL AT CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

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

: REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT

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

OBSERVED SOLIED YELLOW,CEILING TILES AND UPPER WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA WHERE OVENS ARE.MUST CLEAN WALLS REPLACE CEILING TILES.ALSO MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE OVENS UPPER WALL.MUST INSTALL.

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

REMOVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

DEC 28
2016
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

PROPERLY STORE OPENED CAN FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

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

REMOVE HEAVY ICE BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR AND ON FLOOR AND SHELVES WITHIN SAME FREEZER.

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

CLEAN/SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR PANEL OF BASEMENT ICE MACHINE, SHELVES IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER OF ENCRUSTED FOOD BUILD UP.

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

DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT HOT LINE, PIZZA STATION AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND DERIS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVING ALONG WALL AT CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

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

REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT

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

REMOVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

DEC 5
2016
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

PROPERLY STORE OPENED CAN FOOD ITEMS IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

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

REMOVE HEAVY ICE BUILD UP FROM EXTERIOR OF BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR AND ON FLOOR AND SHELVES WITHIN SAME FREEZER.

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

CLEAN/SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR PANEL OF BASEMENT ICE MACHINE, SHELVES IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER OF ENCRUSTED FOOD BUILD UP.

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

DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT HOT LINE, PIZZA STATION AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA OF FOOD SPILLS AND DERIS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVING ALONG WALL AT CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

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

REPAIR DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.

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

REMOVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

AUG 29
2016
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND UNDER SINKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS.

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

MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND STORE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.

JUL 25
2016
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND UNDER SINKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS.

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

MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND STORE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.

JUL 18
2016
FAILED
5 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

NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE DINING AREA, PREP AREAS, ON WALLS IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND THROUGHOUT. MUST REMOVE INSECTS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

DETAIL CLEAN WALLS UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND UNDER SINKS. MUST REMOVE FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS.

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

MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND STORE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.

DEC 28
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1386612 12/16/15 NOT CORRECTED #18-ADJACENT DOOR TO BUSINESS NEXT DOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA NOT RODENT PROOFED.#29-#32-MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.#33-MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARDS,GRILL TABLES.#34- MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.MANAGER HAS EMPLOYEES CLEANING SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT,PAINTING PREP TABLES,REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER,A DOOR SWEEP HAS BEEN INSTALLED ON DOOR IN DISH WASHING AREA.A RECEIPT IS ATTACHED FOR NEW SHELVING UNITS AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)

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

Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH REQUIRED INFO GIVEN.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM GLASS WINDOW ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN 1ST FL. PREP AREA,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,UNUSED PREP COOLER IN BASEMENT,DOUGH BINS.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA.MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA,HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CAULKING AT WINDOW IN BETWEEN BOTH PREP AREAS,MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL BASES & WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA & MIDDLE PREP AREA NEAR OVEN,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN BASEMENT.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.

DEC 16
2015
FAILED
9 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 EVIDENCE OF APPX.25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS IN 1ST FL. PREP AREAS,CASHIER AREA,DISH WASHING AREA,BASEMENT PREP AREA NEAR SODA STORAGE AREA,1ST FL. WAIT STATION AREA.ADJACENT DOOR TO BUSINESS IN DISH WASHING AREA AND REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED.EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRI IN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS AND CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/16/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

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

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1386204 6/15/15 NOT CORRECTED #30-MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.#31-MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.#32-MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,WORN CUTTING BOARDS.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.#33-MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARDS,GRILL TABLES.#34- MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR.#35- MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT.#40-MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL PREP COOLERS.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

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

MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS WITH REQUIRED INFO GIVEN.

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

MUST PROVIDE SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK IN BAR AREA.

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

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM GLASS WINDOW ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN 1ST FL. PREP AREA,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,UNUSED PREP COOLER IN BASEMENT,DOUGH BINS.

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

MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA.MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA,HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CAULKING AT WINDOW IN BETWEEN BOTH PREP AREAS,MISSING AND DAMAGED WALL BASES & WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA & MIDDLE PREP AREA NEAR OVEN,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN BASEMENT.

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

MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.

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

MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.

JUN 15
2015
PASSED
9 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINES.MUST LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT FOODS IN WALK IN COOLERS.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS AND DOOR IN POOR REPAIR ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,WORN CUTTING BOARDS,WOOD SHELF IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR HAND SINK.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM SURFACES IN 1ST FL. WALK IN COOLER AND BASEMENT PREP TABLE.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARDS,GRILL TABLE,CAN OPENER BLADE.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER.REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ,DUST AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CEILING TILES IN BOTH PREP AREAS AND LIGHT FIXTURES.MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR MISSING CEILING TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND IN REAR AREA ,REPAIR AND FINISH BRICK WALLS IN REAR AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI WALLS THROUGHOUT.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL PREP COOLERS.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

JUN 8
2015
FAILED
12 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF UNITS SUCH AS PIZZA COOLER 49.5F,2- DRAWER PREP COOLER AT 64.0F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 40.0F OR BELOW.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)

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

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE IN ABOVE MENTIONED COOLERS SUCH AS PIZZA SAUCE 10LBS .50.0F-55.2F,20LBS.LASAGNA 63.4F,8LBS.EGG ROLLS 62.1F,2LB.GROUND BEEF 56.8F,4LBS. BREADED CHICKEN 48.6F,2LBS. MEAT SAUCE 91.2F,2LBS. SLICED TOMATOE 54.6F.3LBS.THAI CHICKEN 45.0F,3LBS. B.B.Q. CHICKEN 45.6F,1LB. GRILLED CHICKEN 44.2F,1/2 LB. BUFFALO CHICKEN 45.7F,15 LBS ASSORTED COOKED PASTA 45.2F-46.9F.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED AND DENATURED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING AT 40.OF OR BELOW.APPX.70.5LBS.$132. (CRITICAL 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 EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND ,ON WALLS AND CEILINGS ON1ST & 2ND FL. PREP AREAS,DISH WASHING AREA,BAR & COFFEE AREA.ALSO FLOOR DRAINS HAS FOOD DEBRI IN THEM.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/8/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINES.MUST LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT FOODS IN WALK IN COOLERS.

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

MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.

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

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS AND DOOR IN POOR REPAIR ON 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,WORN CUTTING BOARDS,WOOD SHELF IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR HAND SINK.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM SURFACES IN 1ST FL. WALK IN COOLER AND BASEMENT PREP TABLE.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.

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

MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM DISH RACKS,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARDS,GRILL TABLE,CAN OPENER BLADE.

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALLBASES THROUGHOUT INCLUDING WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER.REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM WALK IN FREEZER.

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

MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ,DUST AND FOOD DEBRI FROM CEILING TILES IN BOTH PREP AREAS AND LIGHT FIXTURES.MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR MISSING CEILING TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND IN REAR AREA ,REPAIR AND FINISH BRICK WALLS IN REAR AREA.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI WALLS THROUGHOUT.

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

MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETRS FOR ALL PREP COOLERS.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

NOV 5
2014
PASSED
0 violations
OCT 27
2014
FAILED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM JULY 21, 2014 AS DESCRIBED BELOW: #33 MUST CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS DETAILING THE FAN COVERS TO REMOVE DUST AND THE DOOR GASKETS TO REMOVE DIRT AND PARTICLES. CLEAN SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN ALL PREP AREAS, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE SOOT AND DEBRIS. #34 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS WHERE NEEDED. #35 CLEAN VENT ABOVE DISHMACHINE TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. TWO WALL TILES MISSING AT LOWER AREA OF MOP SINK; REPLACE. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT TO REMOVE DUST AND PAINT WHERE RUSTED. #38 REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK AT THE THREE COMP SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA. #40 PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE MISSING/NEEDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.

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

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

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

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

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

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

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

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.

JUL 23
2014
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS DETAILING THE FAN COVERS TO REMOVE DUST AND THE DOOR GASKETS TO REMOVE DIRT AND PARTICLES. CLEAN SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN ALL PREP AREAS, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE SOOT AND DEBRIS.

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

CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS WHERE NEEDED.

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

CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. CLEAN VENT ABOVE DISHMACHINE TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. ONE WALL TILE MISSING AT LOWER AREA OF MOP SINK; REPLACE. REPLACE MISSING WALL COVING AT THREE COMP SINK AND UNDER DISHMACHINE WHERE NEEDED. SEAL HOLE UNDER DISHMACHINE WHERE OPEN PLUMBING LINES OBSERVED. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT TO REMOVE DUST AND PAINT WHERE RUSTED. SOME DUST OBSERVED ON CEILING VENT IN WOMENS WASHROOM; REMOVE.

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

REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMP SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE MISSING/NEEDED.

JUL 21
2014
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

OBSERVED A PINK AND BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. SUBSTANCES OBSERVED IN THE TOP AND LOWER AREAS OF THE MACHINE. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME AND CANNOT BE USED UNTIL IT IS REINSPECTED BY THE CDPH. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE MACHINE SERVICED AND TO CONTACT CDPH VIA FAX AT (312) 746-8040 WHEN MACHINE IS CLEANED AND READY TO USE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED TWENTY FRUIT FLIES IN BASEMENT AREA IN DRY GOOD STORAGE ROOM AND BY GREASE RECEPTOR IN BASEMENT. TWO OBSERVED IN KITCHEN IN PIZZA PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE DRAINS; ELIMINATE ACTIVITY. REAR EXIT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED. A 1/4 INCH GAP OBSERVED AT RIGHT HAND CORNER OF DOOR AT BOTTOM; MUST SEAL DOOR COMPLETELY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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

MUST CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS DETAILING THE FAN COVERS TO REMOVE DUST AND THE DOOR GASKETS TO REMOVE DIRT AND PARTICLES. CLEAN SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN ALL PREP AREAS, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER TO REMOVE SOOT AND DEBRIS.

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

CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS WHERE NEEDED.

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

CLEAN VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. CLEAN VENT ABOVE DISHMACHINE TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. ONE WALL TILE MISSING AT LOWER AREA OF MOP SINK; REPLACE. REPLACE MISSING WALL COVING AT THREE COMP SINK AND UNDER DISHMACHINE WHERE NEEDED. SEAL HOLE UNDER DISHMACHINE WHERE OPEN PLUMBING LINES OBSERVED. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT TO REMOVE DUST AND PAINT WHERE RUSTED. SOME DUST OBSERVED ON CEILING VENT IN WOMENS WASHROOM; REMOVE.

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

REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMP SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE MISSING/NEEDED.

OCT 9
2013
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLERS,FRYERS,PREP TABLES AND ALL OTHER EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOK LINES AND UNDER DISH MACHINE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS OVER BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE PLASTIC AND PROPERLY REPAIR LEAK.

OCT 4
2013
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

REFRIGERATED FOOD STORAGE FACILITIES AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED REACH IN COOLER AT 46 DEGREES F. MUST REPAIR COOLER AND MAINTAIN AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION

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

NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN WASHROOMS, BEHIND BAR, IN ALL PREP AREAS, IN DISH WASHING AREAS AND IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE INSECTS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLERS,FRYERS,PREP TABLES AND ALL OTHER EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOK LINES AND UNDER DISH MACHINE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS OVER BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE PLASTIC AND PROPERLY REPAIR LEAK.

OCT 1
2013
FAILED
8 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

REFRIGERATED FOOD STORAGE FACILITIES AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED WALK IN COOLER AT 52.5 DEGREES F AND REACH IN COOLER AT 46 DEGREES F. MUST REPAIR COOLERS AND MAINTAIN AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A

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

NOTED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 7LBS OF RAW CHICKEN AND SHRIMP AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 49.1-50.1 DEGREES F. MUST MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS COLD FOODS AT 40 DEGREES F AND BELOW.

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

NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN WASHROOMS, BEHIND BAR, IN ALL PREP AREAS, IN DISH WASHING AREAS AND IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE INSECTS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLERS,FRYERS,PREP TABLES AND ALL OTHER EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOK LINES AND UNDER DISH MACHINE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS OVER BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

MUST REPAIR THE LEAKY FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE PLASTIC AND PROPERLY REPAIR LEAK.

JUN 17
2013
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYERS AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND SINKS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL PREP,DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.

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

REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE HOT WATER TANK CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT.

JUN 7
2013
FAILED
5 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

NOTED EVIDENCE OF INSECTS AND RODENTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 25-30 LIVE SMALL FLIES CRAWLING ON WALLS AND FLYING IN DISH WASHING AREAS UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,IN THE BASEMENT,IN PREP AREAS,IN WASHROOMS AND THROUGHOUT. ALSO NOTED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT UNDER STAIRS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST REMOVE INSECTS AND DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYERS AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND SINKS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL PREP,DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.

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

REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE HOT WATER TANK CLOSET IN THE BASEMENT.

FEB 7
2012
PASSED
7 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. LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS.

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. GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES NEAR 3-COMP SINK.

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. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS (DUST BUILDUP).

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. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.

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

REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK.

MINOROther
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. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

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. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

JAN 31
2012
FAILED
12 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF RAW SHRIMP 51.4F AND RAW CHICKEN 50.9F STORED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED.

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

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. OBSERVD 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES UNDER GRILL AND PIZZA CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES AND BEHIND SHELVING UNITS IN FRONT COUNTER AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNER UNDER UTENSIL STORAGE SHELVES IN DISHWASHING AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS IN CORNER IN CLEANING EQUIPMENT STORAGE, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS SHELVES, 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNER OF BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF REAR DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.

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. PROPERLY COVER AND LABEL ALL SALT AND PEPPER CONTAINERS UNDER BAR AREA.

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

Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT ALL CLEAN CARRYOUT CONTAINERS AND MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT TO PROTECT FROM DUST, DIRT, CONTAMINAITON.

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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, SHELVING UNITS, UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT.

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. GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND BASEMENT 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. SEAL OPENING IN CEILING AND REPAIR CEILING IN BASEMENT PREP AREA (PEELING PAINT). CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS (DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS AND CORNERS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.

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. REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT SHIELDS IN DISH MACHINE AREA.

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

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

MINOROther
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. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.

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

Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. SEPARATE CLEANING EQUIPMENT FROM FOOD AND UTENSILS IN DISHWASHING AREA. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.

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. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

JUL 19
2011
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 11
2011
FAILED
1 violation
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT DATED 3-22-11 INSPECTION # 583215. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED BY 7-18-2011. (32) Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: REPAIR GASKETS AT COOLER AT BAR AND AT COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA. REPAIR INTERIOR OF DOOR WITH EXPOSED INSULATION AT COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA. PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE CUBES AT WAITER STATION. REPAIR WOOD TRIM AT SHELF IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ROOM. REMOVE MILK CRATES FROM PREMISES. PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEEN HAND WASH SINK AND PREP TABLE AT FRONT PREP AREA. PROVIDE COVERS/LIDS FOR COLD HOLDING UNITS AT FRONT PREP AREA. (34) Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, REPLACE CRACKED FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED AT PREP AREAS, CLEAN STAIRCASE LEADING TO BASEMENT, SEAL OPENING AT FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE RINSE SINK, REGROUT FLOOR TILES AT FRONT PREP AREA AS NEEDED, AND REPAIR FLOOR TILES AROUND FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. (35) Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN WALLS AT PREP AREAS AND DISH MACHINE AREA,CLEAN SPILLS AT CEILING AT PIZZA PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA, CLEAN VENTS ABOVE PREP AREAS, REPLACE STAINED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP AREAS, SEAL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASE IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM, NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR, AND NEXT TO SAFE AT REAR OF FRONT SERVICE AREA. PAINT WALL NEXT TO COFFEE UNIT AND NEXT TO WALK-IN FREEZER. (38) Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: REPAIR LEAK AT PIPING UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT WATER LINE AT ICE MACHINE.

MAR 23
2011
PASSED
8 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

REPAIR GASKETS AT COOLER AT BAR AND AT COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA. REPAIR INTERIOR OF DOOR WITH EXPOSED INSULATION AT COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA. PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE CUBES AT WAITER STATION. REPAIR WOOD TRIM AT SHELF IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ROOM. REMOVE MILK CRATES FROM PREMISES. PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEEN HAND WASH SINK AND PREP TABLE AT FRONT PREP AREA. PROVIDE COVERS/LIDS FOR COLD HOLDING UNITS AT FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF CABINETS AT FRONT SERVICE AREA, UTENSIL STORAGE SHELVES/RACKS IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ROOM/BASEMENT, INTERIOR OF TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, BULK FOOD CONTAINER LIDS, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, PREP TABLES, UNDER, AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER, AROUND DISH MACHINE, RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, AND COFFEE BEAN GRINDER UNIT.

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

CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, REPLACE CRACKED FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED AT PREP AREAS, CLEAN STAIRCASE LEADING TO BASEMENT, SEAL OPENING AT FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE RINSE SINK, REGROUT FLOOR TILES AT FRONT PREP AREA AS NEEDED, AND REPAIR FLOOR TILES AROUND FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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. CLEAN WALLS AT PREP AREAS AND DISH MACHINE AREA,CLEAN SPILLS AT CEILING AT PIZZA PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA, CLEAN VENTS ABOVE PREP AREAS, REPLACE STAINED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP AREAS, SEAL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASE IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM, NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR, AND NEXT TO SAFE AT REAR OF FRONT SERVICE AREA. PAINT WALL NEXT TO COFFEE UNIT AND NEXT TO WALK-IN FREEZER.

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

REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD AT BASEMENT PREP AREA

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

REPAIR LEAK AT PIPING UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT WATER LINE AT ICE MACHINE.

MINOROther
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.

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

SEAL RODENT BURROWS BEHIND WASTE GREASE RECEPTACLE.

MAR 22
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
13 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND TWO PREP COOLERS AT FRONT PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, TOP COMPARTMENTS AT 49.2-53.4F. BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS AT 51.5-57.9F. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP COOLERS AT 40F AND BELOW AT ALL TIMES. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAGS PLACED ON UNITS AND NOT TO BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH. FAX LETTER TO 312-746-4240. CRITICAL 7-38-005 (A) ISSUED.

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

All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES LOCATED INSIDE ABOVE SAID UNITS, REAR PREP COOLER, AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER: SHRIMP AT 52.2F, OIL MIXTURE AT 79.8F, CALAMARI AT 55.3F, SALMON AT 53.4F, EGGPLANT AT 51.0F, TUNA AT 56.2F, CHEESE AT 48.0F, SLICED TOMATOES AT 50.7F, CHOPPED TOMATOES AT 55.0F, CHICKEN AT 57.6F, BEEF AT 45.6F, AND GUACUMOLE AT 48.1-51.0F. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES AT 40F AND BELOW AT ALL TIMES. NO TIME/TEMPERATURE LOGS PROVIDED. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID FOOD ITEMS AT THIS TIME. APPROXIMATE VALUE $250.00, APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 33LBS. CRITICAL 7-38-005(A) ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS.

All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER USE CELL PHONE WHILE WORKING AT FRONT GRILL, ANOTHER FOOD HANDLER WIPE HANDS ON SOILED APRON AND RETURN TO PREPPING FOOD AT FRONT PREP AREA WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. ALSO,FOUND TWO EXPOSED HAND WASH SINKS WITH NO SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT BAR AND FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT SAID SINKS AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS PER CITY CODE AND WASH HANDS AFTER CONTAMINATION/CHANGING TASKS. MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT SAID SINKS FOR FOOD HANDLERS TO WASH HANDS. CRITICAL 7-38-010 (A) ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
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. LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT AND PREPARED, READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS STORED INSIDE REFRIGERATION AND WALK-IN COOLERS.

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

Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.

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

REPAIR GASKETS AT COOLER AT BAR AND AT COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA. REPAIR INTERIOR OF DOOR WITH EXPOSED INSULATION AT COOLER AT PIZZA PREP AREA. PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE CUBES AT WAITER STATION. REPAIR WOOD TRIM AT SHELF IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ROOM. REMOVE MILK CRATES FROM PREMISES. PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEEN HAND WASH SINK AND PREP TABLE AT FRONT PREP AREA. PROVIDE COVERS/LIDS FOR COLD HOLDING UNITS AT FRONT PREP AREA.

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

CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR OF CABINETS AT FRONT SERVICE AREA, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AT FRONT PREP AREA, UTENSIL STORAGE SHELVES/RACKS IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ROOM/BASEMENT, INTERIOR OF TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, BULK FOOD CONTAINER LIDS, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, PREP TABLES, UNDER, AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT,UNDER, AROUND DISH MACHINE, RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, FAN GRID COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, CUTTING BOARDS, AND COFFEE BEAN GRINDER UNIT.

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

CLEAN FLOORS AT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, REPLACE CRACKED FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED AT PREP AREAS, CLEAN STAIRCASE LEADING TO BASEMENT, SEAL OPENING AT FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE RINSE SINK, REGROUT FLOOR TILES AT FRONT PREP AREA AS NEEDED, AND REPAIR FLOOR TILES AROUND FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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. CLEAN WALLS AT PREP AREAS AND DISH MACHINE AREA,CLEAN SPILLS AT CEILING AT PIZZA PREP AREA AND BASEMENT PREP AREA, CLEAN VENTS ABOVE PREP AREAS, REPLACE STAINED CEILING PANELS AS NEEDED IN PREP AREAS, SEAL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASE IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM, NEXT TO REAR EXIT DOOR, AND NEXT TO SAFE AT REAR OF FRONT SERVICE AREA.

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

REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD AT BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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

REPAIR LEAK AT PIPING UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT WATER LINE AT ICE MACHINE.

MINOROther
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.

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

SEAL RODENT BURROWS BEHIND WASTE GREASE RECEPTACLE.

DEC 13
2010
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPLACE WORN CUTTINGS BOARDS IN PREP AREAS. MUST ALSO PROVIDE A COVER FOR THE ICE BIN IN BAR AREA TO PROTECT CONSUMABLE ICE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND SHELVES ON INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS AND REMOVE ALL HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST ALSO CLEAN THE HOOD OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.

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

MUST ALSO REPAIR WALLS ALONG SIDE FRONT BAR AREA WHERE PEELING AND CLEAN WERE NEEDED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,AROUND DISH MACHINE,ABOVE SINKS AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL LIGHT SHEILDS OVER PREP AREAS.

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

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

MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE SCOOP BEHIND BAR AREA.

DEC 6
2010
FAILED
9 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING MULTI USE ITEMS. FOUND EMPLOYEES USING DISH MACHINE AND THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE NOT REACHING 180 DEGREES F. DISH MACHINE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE REACHING ONLY 163-177 DEGREES F. MUST REPAIR OR ADJUST DISH MACHINE SO THAT IT PROPERLY SANITIZES MULTI USE ITEMS AT 180 DEGREES F. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.

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

FOUND EVIDENCE OF MICE ON SITE AND OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 75-100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS UNDER PREP TABLES IN PIZZA PREP AREA,IN DISHWASHING AREAS UNDER DISH MACHINE AND SINKS,ALONG SIDE COOLERS,IN BASEMENT IN HOT WATER HEATER CLOSET,ALONG SIDE AND UNDER SHELVING RACKS,BEHIND CO2 TANKS,ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. ALSO NOTED SMALL OPENING ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR LEADING TO OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA IN LOWER RIGHT CORNER. MUST REPAIR DOOR SO THAT IT IS COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

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

MUST REPLACE WORN CUTTINGS BOARDS IN PREP AREAS. MUST ALSO PROVIDE A COVER FOR THE ICE BIN IN BAR AREA TO PROTECT CONSUMABLE ICE.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND SHELVES ON INTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS AND REMOVE ALL HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST ALSO CLEAN THE HOOD OVER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES AND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST REPAIR ALL BROKEN FLOOR TILES UNDER FRYER IN PIZZA PREP AREA.

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

MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WOMENS WASHROOM. MUST ALSO REPAIR WALLS ALONG SIDE FRONT BAR AREA WHERE PEELING AND CLEAN WERE NEEDED. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,AROUND DISH MACHINE,ABOVE SINKS AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL LIGHT SHEILDS OVER PREP AREAS.

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.

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FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

MUST PROVIDE A SANITARY CONTAINER TO STORE ICE SCOOP BEHIND BAR AREA.

Data sourced from Chicago Dept. of Public Health. We'd love to link you straight to this restaurant's record — turns out Chicago considers that a luxury. The full dataset is what's on offer →

NEARBY IN HYDE PARK