SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

POTBELLY SANDWICH WORKS LLC.

YOUR CALL. 51/100

7601 S CICERO AVE · ASHBURN, CHICAGO

Last inspected October 15, 2025 · passed

15 of 23 inspections passed, 2 failed, 6 passed with conditions. 14 critical violations across the record.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
23
15 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 2 failed
VIOLATIONS
79
includes 14 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since May 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

OCT 15
2025
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE LOWER WALL WHERE THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER SITS IS RUBBING CAUSING PAINT TO FADE. ISTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A MORE SOLID COVERING IN THE AREA TO AVOID RUBBING OFF OF PAINT.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DEBRIS AND FOOD DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND THE COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT. AS WELL AS THE FLOOR IN THE REAR UNDER THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK (STANDING WATER) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED THE AIR VENTS IN THE FRONT OVER THE FOOD PREP AREAS WITH A HWAVY DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS PREPARED IN THE AREA AND THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.

FEB 7
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

PIC WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER CERTIFICATE. INST TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATION AND MAINTAIN

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING TCS FOODS (DELI MEATS, SOUP). INSTD TO HAVE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 PRIORITY FOUNDATION

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGED HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTD TO PROVE A VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGED HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-010 PRIORITY FOUNDATION.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

MALE FOOD HANDLER WITH BEARD WITHOUT RESTRAINT FOR BEARD. INSTD TO PROVIDE RESTRAINT AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALL NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER WITH CHIPPED PAINT AND WORN SURFACES. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN, SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGH OUT REAR NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD IN REAR ABOVE STORAGE RACK. INSTD TO REPLACE LIGHTSHIELD AND MAINTAIN

FEB 28
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

MISSING A VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGED HEALTH POLICY. INSTD TO PROVE A VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGED HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY 7-38-010 PRIORITY FOUNDATION

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

MISSING HANDLE ON DEEP FREEZER. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HANDLE

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

PAPER LINING ON SHELVES IN SODA COOLER AT FRONT LINE. INSTD TO REMOVE PAPER LINING SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN AND EASILY CLEANABLE

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

SUMMARY REPORT FROM 2/3/23 NOT DISPLAYED OR VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. INSTD TO DISPLAY AND HAVE VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B).

FEB 3
2023
PASSED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED THE FRONT DOOR WITH A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM BETWEEN THE DOORS. MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT PESTS ENTRY POINT.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE LEVER UNDERNEATH LAST SINK OF THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTIAN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGH ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

JAN 26
2022
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

ICE CREAM SCOOPS AND MULTI USE UTENSILS STORED IN STANDING COLD WATER IN DIPPERWELL AT PREP LINE. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY (I.E. In running water of sufficient velocity to flush particulates to the drain OR In a container of water if the water is maintained at a temperature of at least 135F and the container is cleaned at a frequency).

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALL BASE COVING MISSING TILES AND IN POOR REPAIR AT BOTH SIDES OF ENTRYWAY LEADING FROM FRONT TO REAR PREP AREA. FLOOR TILES MISSING AT BASE OF REAR DOOR. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND MAINTAIN.

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MAY 6
2021
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DISCOLORED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLER BY MILK SHAKES TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS THROUGH OUT FRONT PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIN CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MAY 13
2020
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO (PIC) WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHEN TCS FOOD(SANDWICHES, SOUP) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED (PIC) TO PROVIDE FOR EMPLOYEES HEALTH. PRIORITY FOUNDATION

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY, ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY CLEAN-UP KIT ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE ON FLOORS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS AND INSIDE CABINETS UNDER BEVERAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN

NOV 21
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE WHEN TCS FOOD(SANDWICHES, SOUP) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD IS PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED IMPROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOOD STORED IN COOLER. ALL REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH DATE BY WHICH FOOD IS TO BE SOLD, CONSUMED, OR DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

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

OBSERVED BOXES OF CHIPS AND CRACKERS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.

SERIOUSSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON ROLLING CARTS AND PREP TABLES, RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE DISPENSER AND NOZZLES ON POP MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE ON FLOORS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS AND INSIDE CABINETS UNDER BEVERAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN

MAR 5
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY, ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY CLEAN-UP KIT ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED A 1/4 INCH GAP IN THE MIDDLE/BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR. INSTRUCTED DOOR SHOULD BE TIGHT FITTING IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR MOP SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 29
2018
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE FRONT DIPPERWELL NOT MAINTAINED, MISSING MIDDLE OVERFLOW TUBE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING OVERFLOW TUBE.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR PREP TABLE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

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

OBSERVE THE FLOOR IN FRONT PREP AREA, AND UNDER THE FRONT SODA STATION UNDER AND AROUND THE AIR TANK NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

MAY 25
2017
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

CHEST FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP. INSTD TO REMOVE ICE AND MAINTAIN

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

BASE OF BLENDER RINSE EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

VENT ABOVE SANDWICH TOASTER LINE NOT CLEAN, DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, FREE OF DUST.

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

EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA ONLY.

MAY 18
2017
FAILED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, UNABLE TO DRAIN PROPERLY WITHOUT RELEASING WATER AT EXTREMELY SLOW INTERVALS. INSTD TO REPAIR AND BE ABLE TO DRAIN PROPERLY. VIOLATION 7-38-030 SERIOUS.

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

CHEST FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP. INSTD TO REMOVE ICE AND MAINTAIN.

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

BASE OF BLENDER RINSE EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

FLOOR DRAINS THROUGH OUT NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

VENT ABOVE SANDWICH TOASTER LINE NOT CLEAN, DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, FREE OF DUST.

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

EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA ONLY.

NOV 29
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOLERS AND PREP TABLES IN THE REAR AND FRONT PREP AREAS AND WATER ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS.

NOV 16
2016
FAILED
2 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 APPROXIMATELY 15-20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON WET MOPS AND SHELVING INSIDE OF THE MOP SINK ROOM AND APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE FRUIT FLIES FLYING AROUND THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE NOTED AREAS AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL TO ELIMINATE THE ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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

OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOLERS AND PREP TABLES IN THE REAR AND FRONT PREP AREAS AND WATER ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOORS.

FEB 22
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED WITH GARBAGE ON TOP OF THE LIDS AND LIDS NOT CLOSED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN THE PUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

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

OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS.

MINORFacility Condition
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE OF THE FRONT PREP AREA 1 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.

AUG 25
2015
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE CONVEYOR OVEN NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.ALSO CLEAN THE FRONT MEAT COOLER. AND CLEAN FRONT MILK COOLER.

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

OBSERVED THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER CEILING NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN REAR LIGHT SHIELDS.

OCT 8
2014
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

THE HOT WATER KNOB ON THE WASHBOWL IN THE LADIES TOILET ROOM IS IN POOR REPAIR-CRACKED. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.

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

FLOORS IN THE CORNERS THROUGH OUT NEEDS CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.

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

FOUND THE CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN THE REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN-REMOVE DIRT/DUST BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 6
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND PAPER TOWEL HOLDER UNABLE TO CLOSE IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST FIX AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CABINET UNDER THE BEVERAGE STATION. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.

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

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE VENTS ON THE PIPES ABOVE THE FRONT PREP STATION. REMOVE DIRT/DUST.

FEB 7
2013
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

NEED TO CLEAN UNDER COUNTER TABLE STORAGE AREA.

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

CLEAN FLOOR IIN FRONT PREP AREA.

JUN 25
2012
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE REAR SLICER.

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.CLEAN REAR FLOOR DRAIN UNDER REAR PREP SINK.

FEB 1
2012
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
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.NEED TO CLEAN REAR BOX FREEZER LID.

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.REMOVE STANDING WATER AT SIDE DOOR IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
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.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA.

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

All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.NOTICED SOME CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE/PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED I.E. BOXES, TRASH BAGS ETC.

MAR 1
2011
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: SODA DISPENSOR, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, AND GARBAGE CABINETS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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. FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP IN CORNERS AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MAY 18
2010
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INTERIOR OF CABINETS UNDER BEVERAGE STATION NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.

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

FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS.

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

VENT ABOVE TOASTER OVER NOT CLEAN, DUST. LIGHTSHIELDS IN REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.

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