SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

POPEYE'S CHICKEN.

BEAT. 43/100

5248 W BELMONT AVE · AVONDALE, CHICAGO

Last inspected July 10, 2025 · passed

Failed 9 of 38 inspections. 17 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
38
23 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 9 failed
VIOLATIONS
163
includes 17 critical
RECORDS COVER
14 YEARS
since Nov 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUL 10
2025
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED BROKEN, UNUSED WARMER IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES.

FEB 20
2025
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED LID OF ICE MACHINE LOOSE AND IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE ICE MACHINE LID AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT IN GOOD REPAIR AND PROPER ADJUSTMENT.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF ICE ON FLOOR AND FAN UNIT IN SLIDING-DOOR WALK-IN FREEZER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE AND CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL.

JUL 19
2024
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, REAR WAREWASHING AREA, AND IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

JUL 1
2024
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. PLASTIC DRINKING PITCHERS WERE BEING STORED INSIDE THE HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ENSURE THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS REMAIN ACCESSIBLLE AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO BE ABLE TO WASH THEIR HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c), CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEE REMOVED PLASTIC DRINKING PITCHERS FROM HAND WASHING SINK AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION.

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

OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON WIRE RACK IN THE REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FLOUR AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS, REAR WAREWASHING AREA, AND IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED FOOD EMPLOYEE PERSONAL ITEMS STORED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE ORDERLY STORAGE AREA FOR EMPLOYEES CLOTHING AND OTHER POSSESSIONS AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 01/04/2024 INSPECTION, REPORT #2587591 NOT CORRECTED: #10-OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL THE HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN. #55-OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING PANEL DIRECTLY ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

JAN 4
2024
PASSED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWQASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL THE HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BIN AND INTERIOR GUARD WITH SOME DIRT, NOT CLEAN IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

OBSERVED SALT OUT OF ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING BEING STORED INSIDE A PLASTIC CONTAINER ON PREP TABLE WITHOUT LABEL CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME WHEN NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FLOUR DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING PANEL DIRECTLY ABOVE THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO SMOOTHLY SEAL HOLE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

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JAN 30
2023
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

CLEAN THE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON THE WALLS OF THE FRONT SERVICE AREA AND WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE DISH WASHING AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND STORAGE ROOM.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.

JUL 25
2022
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINOROther
39. CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED SOME GREASE BUILD ON DEEP FRYERS LOCATED IN THE REAR PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED UNUSED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ORGANIZE AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

SERIOUSSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS WITH FOOD DEBRIS/SPILLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA AND IN DISH WASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED VENT COVERS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT.

NOV 3
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

FOUND NO HAND SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT FRONT PREP AREA.HAND WASHING SINKS SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH A SUPPLY OF HAND SOAP AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED.(COS).

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

FOUND NO HAND PAPER TOWELS OR HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT FRONT PREP AREA.EACH HAND WASHING SINK SHALL BE PROVIDED WITH INDIVIDUAL,DISPOSABLE TOWELS OR A HEATED-AIR HAND DRYING DEVICE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).(COS). VIOLATION CONSOLIDATED WITH ABOVE CITATION.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

FOUND (TCS FOODS) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES:CONTAINER OF COOKED RICE AT 48.3 F INSIDE THE EAST WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED MANAGER,(TCS FOODS) MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR COLDER AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135 F OR HOTTER AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED. (COS).

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

OBSERVED MANAGER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

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

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

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

OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET AT EAST WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE STORAGE SHELFS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP DEBRIS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON SOME FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF THE EAST WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE. -

AUG 7
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN REAR PREP NEAR DISH, NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN MIDDLE OF PREP NEAR FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE HAND DRYING PROVISION AT EACH HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT ALL HAND SINKS DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE REAR WALK IN COOLER. FOUND RAW CHICKEN TENDERS @ 45.3F - 48.2F. INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD @ 41F OR LESS WHILE IN COLD HOLDING. OPERATOR DISCARDED 10LBS OF DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. OPERATOR ESTIMATES VALUE TO BE $70. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION ALONG TOP OF WALK IN COOLER IN THE REAR OF PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.

JAN 14
2020
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOOR GROUT IN FRONT OF THE WALK IN COOLER MISSING. WATER IN BETWEEN THE FLOOR TILES. INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT THE FLOOR TILES TO MAINTAIN A DRY FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO PROOFED OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE.

SEP 10
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
12 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AND NO CLEAN-UP ITEMS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

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

NOTED CARDBOARD BOX USED TO LINE SHELF IN COLESLAW COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOARDS SHELF MUST SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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

MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR EXTERIOR STORAGE UNIT,MUST ELEVATE AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,WHEEL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENTS,STORAGE SHELVINGS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE,SWEET ICED TEA UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FLOURS AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FLOURS AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOOR TILES NEED RE-GROUTING IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMP SINK AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AREA CLEAN AND DRY AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS AND ATTACHED FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS/DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.

AUG 26
2019
FAILED
13 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

FOUND NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010,NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AND NO CLEAN-UP ITEMS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER THAT KILLS NOROVIRUS).PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. -

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

NOTED CARDBOARD BOX USED TO LINE SHELF IN COLESLAW COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD BOARDS SHELF MUST SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

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

MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR EXTERIOR STORAGE UNIT,MUST ELEVATE AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINET,WHEEL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENTS,STORAGE SHELVINGS AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE,SWEET ICED TEA UNIT. MUST INSTALL SO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED HAS 1 BROKEN LID AND ANOTHER LID WITH 4" INCH HOLE AT CORNER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DUMPSTER LIDS TO PREVENT FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B),CITATION ISSUED.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE EXTERIOR STORAGE UNIT AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF FLOURS AND OTHER FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND CHICKEN PREP AREA.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOOR TILES NEED RE-GROUTING IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMP SINK AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AREA CLEAN AND DRY AT ALL TIMES.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS AND ATTACHED FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS/DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WORKING MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASH ROOMS AND TO MAINTAIN.

DEC 15
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE (ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION).MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE,REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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

OBSERVED RUSTS ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE CHICKEN WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR SHELVINGS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED FAN COVERS AND SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER(S) NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SHELVINGS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES INSIDE THE REAR WALK-IN-COOLER NEAR THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS AND CEILINGS AT CHICKEN PREP/FRYER AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS AND REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS AT CEILING VENTILATION COVER AT FRONT SERVICE AREA AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 23
2017
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORFacility Condition
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD/CANOPY. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN.

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

ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS IN THE PREP AREA AND SERVING AREA MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.

JAN 24
2017
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

CLEAN FLOOR UNDER THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN.

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

CLEAN IN DETAIL THE WALLS ON THE EAST SIDE ABOVE THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA (WITH MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE)AND MAINTAIN. BLACK PLASTIC COVING/BASEBOARD BEHIND THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER RIPPED OFF/LOOSE. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AND RE GLUE.

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

BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS ON THE HOOD/CANOPY. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN.

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

ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS IN THE PREP AREA AND SERVING AREA MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.

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

ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED ON A SEPARATE CONTAINER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.

AUG 8
2016
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 4
2016
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

Found rear exposed hand sink in disrepair. Hand sink is currently disconnected from water source because of plumbing issue (pipe is broken under sink). Instructed must provide properly function hand sinks that are easily accessible at all times (with hot/cold water, soap and paper towels). Critical violation 7-38-030.

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

Found broken handle on doors that open to walk in cooler (where raw chicken is stored). Instructed to repair and maintain. Found broken gasket on sliding walk in cooler door. Must repair and maintain.

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

Found several items throughout kitchen and storage stored directly on the floor. Instructed to elevate all items at least 6 inches above the floor. Must maintain.

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

Found broken hot water handle on right faucet of 3 compartment sink. Must repair and maintain.

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

Found reach in cooler in front prep area in disrepair. Cooler is not turned on, and door is broken. No food stored inside. Instructed to repair and use cooler, or remove it from kitchen area to prevent pest harborage.

JAN 28
2016
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE COVER OF THE ICE MACHINE LOOSE ON THE LEFT SIDE OF DOOR,MUST REPAIR

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

MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA,BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS

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

MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM REAR EXIT DOOR,TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE

OCT 13
2015
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

RUSTY, PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL OF THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER ABOVE THE SMALL COOLER DOOR TO THE CHICKEN COOKING LINE. MUST REMOVE RUST AND PEELING PAINT/REPAIR.

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

LEAK INTO BUCKET UNDER THE MENS WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MUST REPAIR.

OCT 6
2015
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM 6-12-15 NOT CORRECTED. #33-INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRONT SERVICE PREP ONE DOOR COOLERS (2) WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DIRTY FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #42- ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS MUST WEAR HAT OR HAIR RESTRAINT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

INTERIOR OF THE FRONT PREP SHELVING WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST NOT USE TIN FOIL OR TAPE AS LINER FOR THE EXTERIOR OF FRONT COOLERS. DIRTY METAL RACK SHELVING INSIDE THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER FREEZER.

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

RUSTY, PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL OF THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER ABOVE THE SMALL COOLER DOOR TO THE CHICKEN COOKING LINE. MUST REMOVE RUST AND PEELING PAINT/REPAIR.

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

MISSING GLASS/PLASTIC LIGHT SHIELD IN THE CHICKEN WALK-IN COOLER.

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

LEAK INTO BUCKET UNDER THE MENS WASHROOM WASHBOWL. MUST REPAIR.

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

ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE REAR STORAGE ROOM MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOOR 6" OR ABOVE.

JUN 12
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST NOT USE PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE THE FRONT SMALL ONE DOOR COOLER.

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

INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRONT SERVICE PREP ONE DOOR COOLERS (2), AND CHICKEN PREP FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DIRTY FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

CRACKED/MISSING BASEBOARD WALL COVING AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE BULK FLOUR STORAGE ROOM. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR.

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

ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION HANDLING AND PREPARING FOODS MUST WEAR HAT OR HAIR RESTRAINT.

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

DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED AND RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING. MUST HAVE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

FEB 24
2015
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFacility Condition
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 11-21-14 NOT CORRECTED #35- MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO DEEP FRYER IN COOKING AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

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

DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED AND RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE.

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

EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS, ENCRUSTED IN THE FRYER WHEELS AND IN CORNERS ALONG BASEBOARDS OF THE SAME AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

HOLES IN THE CEILING AND UPPER WALL OF THE MOP SINK AREA. MUST SEAL/REPAIR.

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

DIRTY AND CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE CHICKEN PREP/FRYER AREA. MUST CLEAN/REPLACE.

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

LEAK AT THE LEFT NOZZLE ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING. MUST HAVE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

FEB 17
2015
FAILED
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

NO SOAP IN THE CUSTOMER/EMPLOYEE WOMANS WASHROOM. MANAGER PROVIDED. 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 APPROXIMATELY OVER 200 RAT DROPPINGS AND A LIVE RAT IN THE OUTDOOR STORAGE GARAGE. NO FOOD OR FOOD CONTACT ITEMS STORED IN THE GARAGE. GARAGE USED FOR STORAGE OF UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND OFFICE DOCUMENTS. INSTRUCTED MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND LIVE RATS. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE STORAGE AREA FOR RATS. ALL ITEMS MUST BE STORED ELEVATED AND ORGANIZED. ANY NOTED HOLES OR OPENINGS MUST BE SEAL AND ALL CARDBOARD REMOVED FROM THE GROUND SURROUNDING THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINERS NEXT TO THE GARAGE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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

DIRTY FOOD ENCRUSTED AND RUSTY METAL RACK SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN OR REPLACE. TALL REACH-IN BISCUIT COOLER DOOR WITH HOLE AND SEALED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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

EXCESSIVE GREASE ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP FRYERS, ENCRUSTED IN THE FRYER WHEELS AND IN CORNERS ALONG BASEBOARDS OF THE SAME AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO DEEP FRYER IN COOKING AREA.

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

HOLES IN THE CEILING AND UPPER WALL OF THE MOP SINK AREA. MUST SEAL/REPAIR.

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

DIRTY AND CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE CHICKEN PREP/FRYER AREA. MUST CLEAN/REPLACE.

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

LEAK AT THE LEFT NOZZLE ON THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE AN INTERNAL THERMOMETER FOR THE WALK-IN FREEZER OR REPAIR BROKEN EXTERNAL THERMOMETER.

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER TRAINING REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF TRAINING. MUST HAVE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

NOV 21
2014
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER LINE AND FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREA. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING (NO MILK CRATES).

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL LOOSE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SHEET (FRONT WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN REAR HALLWAY PREP AREA.-------MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES NEXT TO DEEP FRYER IN COOKING AREA.

NOV 12
2014
FAILED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSPest Activity
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1460032 ISSUED ON 05-22-2014. SERIOUS VIOLATIONS ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. #34 - INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD TILES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR.--------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. #35 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE/AROUND WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE DINING.

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE RUST, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS (NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK) IN REAR DISHWAHING AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF SANDWICH PREP COOLER AND ALL PREP COOLERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS IN FRONT AND IN REAR PREP AREA.----------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER LINE AND FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREA. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING (NO MILK CRATES).

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL LOOSE STAINLESS STEEL WALL SHEET (FRONT WALK-IN COOLER/WALK-IN FREEZER) TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE IN REAR HALLWAY PREP AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS INCLUDING WALK-IN COOLERS.

MAY 22
2014
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

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

INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAMS IN REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR BASEBOARD TILES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER WALK-IN FREEZER DOOR.--------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE/AROUND WALK-IN COOLER.---------MUST REPLACE MISSING AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE DINING.

SEP 6
2013
PASSED
0 violations
JUL 22
2013
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE

HOT WATER TANK NOT WORKING. MANAGER PHONED HEATER TECHICIAN TO FIX PROBLEM. PREMISES NOW HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER (WATER TEMPERTURE 110F). CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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

BUILD OF GREASE AND DEBRIS UNDER HEAVY COOKING EQUIMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN.

FEB 25
2013
PASSED
0 violations
FEB 21
2013
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
1 violation1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

NO ACCESSIBLE HOT WATER AT FRONT SERVING AREA, WATER TEMP AT 40.5 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INFORM EMPLOYEES TO TEMPORARY USE REAR EXPOSE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. HOT WATER MUST BE PROVIDED IN FRONT PREP AREA BY MONDAY, FEB. 25, 2013. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030

JUN 8
2012
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in coolers sheelving/racks that had peeling paint, rust shall be replaced/repaired.Front counter shelving had peeling paint, exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks, cooler shelving racks, and kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).Front counter shelving need cleaning.

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

Floors under cooking equipment, kitchen storage shelving, storage room not clean need detailed cleaning, floors in rear storage room needs detailed cleaning(corners), floor tiles in prep area(rear)had missing grout, shall be repaired.

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

Damaged/stained, ceiling tiles in dining area by front counter/prep area shall be replaced, wall that had hole on wall in rear storage area, shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Missing light shields inwalk in cooler, storage room shall be provided, light shield need detailed cleaning in prep areas.

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

3compartment sink(1st faucet)leaking, shall be repaired/replaced, exhaust vents(ventilation)in kitchen prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning, walk in cooler exhaust vents need cleaning.

DEC 27
2011
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

DEC 20
2011
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

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. FOUND 15 FRUIT FLIES IN THE MOPSINK AREA AND ON WALLS FRONT AREA ABOVE PREP COOLER,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED;INSTRUCTED MUST ELIMINATE FRUIT FLIES,DETAIL CLEAN AREAS,ORGANIZE CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND MUST CONTACT PEST COMPANY; GIVEN 5 DAYS 12-27-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATION

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. COUNTER TOP BY COFFEE MACHINE AND TEA MACHINE UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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. FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; FOOD BOXES IN THE WALK IN FREEZER MUST BE ELEVATED 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR

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

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. LEAKING PIPE UNDER HAND SINK AT THE REAR AREA,MUST BE FIXED; LITTLE WATER COMING OUT FROM THE FAUCET IN HAND SINK,MUST BE FIXED

MINORSanitation
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. CLEANING EQUIPMENT MUST BE STORED IN ITS PROPER PLACE

MAY 9
2011
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

MAY 9
2011
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

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

FOR NEXT REGULAR INSPECTION

MAY 2
2011
FAILED
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFacility Condition
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

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. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #361345,11-03-10 NOT CORRECTED,FOUND #35 WALL TILES MISSING IN PREP AREA NEAR 1 COMPARTMENT SINK AND # 36 LIGHT BULBS NOT SHIELDED UNDER WARMER,SERIOUS VIOLATION,CITATION ISSUED;GIVEN 5 DAYS 05-09-11 TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS,MUST REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES AND LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED OR MUST PROVIDE LIGHT BULBS THAT ARE SHATTER RESISTANT OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS

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. WORN OUT RUBBER GASKET IN 1 WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPLACED

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. SHELVES IN FRONT AREA UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS AND CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER VERY DIRTY WITH BLACK MOLDY MATERIALS CLINGING TO WALLLS,INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; WALLS AND TILES NEAR HANDSINK AT THE REAR UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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. BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AT THE REAR AREA MUST BE REPLACED

NOV 3
2010
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Front storage counter, sinks, cooking equipment, storage shelves and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Floor in prep area, storage garage and walk-in cooler not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.

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

Walls and ceiling in garage not maintained. Instructed to seal openings. Wall tile missing in prep area near one compartment sink. Instructed to replace missing tile.

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

Light bulbs not shielded under warmer. Instructed to shield bulbs or install shatter proof bulbs.

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

Odor noted in toilet rooms. Instructed manager to repair exhaust fans for proper ventilation.

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