PUB ROYALE.
2049 W DIVISION ST · WICKER PARK, CHICAGO
Failed 6 of 16 inspections. 12 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
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INSPECTION HISTORY
JAN 92019PASS W/ CONDITIONS11 violations4 CRITICALDETAILS
RGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTER NEAR TO HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO DATE MARKETING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR ALL UNDERCOOKED FOODS (HAMBURGERS). MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
MUST PROVIDE PROBE THERMOMETER TO MEASURE ACCURATE FOOD TEMPERATURES OF HOT AND COLD FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF DOOR HAD APPROXIMATELY ONE INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORED WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
OBSERVED N BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINES LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT AND SERVICE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH DISHMACHINE AND UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
AUG 152017PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
OBSERVED LIQUID AND SYRUP BUILDUP POOLING ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN BEER COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE INTERIOR HOOD ABOVE THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE HOOD AND MAINTAIN.
DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO REMOVE GRIME AND BUILDUP
OCT 42016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
Found several items not properly labeled (chicken, rice, etc). Must label all potentially hazardous foods with name and date. Must label all bulk foods with name. Must maintain.
SEP 142016FAILED6 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
Found mussels in the walk in cooler without shellfish tag. Operator discarded 10lbs of mussels during inspection, valued at $23. Advised all shellfish must be from an approved source, and all shellfish must have proper tag with product (this also applies to current in use shellfish). Shellfish tags must be maintained for 90 days. Critical violation 7-38-005(B).
Found 19lbs of cooked cauliflower on rack in kitchen @ 76.5F (operator stated cauliflower was left out from the night before). Operator voluntarily discarded denatured food during inspection, valued at $38. Instructed all potentially hazardous foods must be held at 40F or less or 140F or above at all times. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
Food not protected. Found kitchen area (with prep table, spices, utensils, food processors, etc) without barrier in between customer ATM and walkway to customer restrooms. Must provide a solid barrier between ATM/walkway to customer restrooms and kitchen area/prep table. Area must be protected from contamination at all times. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
Found several items not properly labeled (chicken, rice, etc). Must label all potentially hazardous foods with name and date. Must label all bulk foods with name. Must maintain.
Found hood above cooking line with dust and grease build up. Must remove, clean and sanitize. Must maintain.
Observed several food handlers in prep areas (kitchen and basement) without proper hair restraints. Instructed all employees working in food prep areas must have proper hair restraints at all times.
OCT 12015PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
CHEST FREEZER TOP IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
ADDITIONAL HANDSINK NEEDED IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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SEP 182015FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FRONT AND REAR DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION. ALL DOORS ARE NOT TIGHT FITTING. 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM LIGHT AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. IE...LAMB, CHICKEN, PORK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATE, POST AND HAVE CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT BAR AREA IN NEED OF REPLACING. DARK IN COLOR WITH DEEP CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. CHEST FREEZER TOP IN POOR REPAIR MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
HOOD VENTILATION UNIT ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
ADDITIONAL HANDSINK NEED IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
MUST INSTALL HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO THE TOP OF THE FROZEN DESSERT MACHINE. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN
MUST HAVE SEPARATION BETWEEN CUSTOMER FLOW TO RESTROOMS AND PREP AREA. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
JUL 182014PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON LIQUOR DISPLAY COOLER DOORS BEHIND BAR. REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS ON ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FAN GUARD IN REACH-IN COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVES IN STORAGE AREA.
GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
CLEAN WALLS NEAR FAN IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE DAMAGED AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASEMENT LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER.
STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. REMOVE CRATES OUTSIDE NEAR REAR DOOR.
ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
JUL 112014FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED 50-60 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES IN SERVICE AREA NEAR BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON LIQUOR DISPLAY COOLER DOORS BEHIND BAR. REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS ON ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FAN GUARD IN REACH-IN COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, AND SHELVES IN STORAGE AREA.
GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
REPAIR CELING IN NORTHEAST CORNER IN FIRST FLOOR DISH WASHING AREA(PEELING PAINT). CLEAN WALLS NEAR FAN IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE DAMAGED AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASEMENT LIQUOR WALK-IN COOLER.
STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. REMOVE CRATES OUTSIDE NEAR REAR DOOR.
ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
SEP 302013PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
Bulk storage containers not labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
Interior of ice machine, exterior along sides of cooking equipment, interior deep fryer cabinets, and can opener not cleaned. Insstructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
Floor along wallbase in prep area and in basement not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove build-up and reseal floor in basement including keg cooler.
Walls not maintained in corner of dishmachine. Instructed to repair wall paneling. Light cover in basement and ventilation cover in toilet room not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean all covers. Exposed raw brick in rear not sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. Ceiling tile in basement prep area not maintained. Instructed to replace damaged ceiling tile.
Light bulb not working in liquor cooler in basement. Instructed to replace non-working bulb.
Thermometer not provided in bar cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside cooler.
JAN 102013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN AREA UNDER ABD AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, FLOORS NEED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN THE BASEMENT AREA
MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA
DEC 312012FAILED3 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING OPENING NOTED AT RIGHT SIDE AND BOTTOM OF DOOR MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
CLEAN FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN AREA UNDER ABD AROUND HEAVY EQUIPMENT, FLOORS NEED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN THE BASEMENT AREA
MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA
NOV 232011PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE PREVIOUS FULL INSPECTION REPORT#659354 11/16/11.
VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE PREVIOUS FULL INSPECTION REPORT#659354 11/16/11.
VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE PREVIOUS FULL INSPECTION REPORT#659354 11/16/11.
VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE PREVIOUS FULL INSPECTION REPORT#659354 11/16/11.
VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE PREVIOUS FULL INSPECTION REPORT#659354 11/16/11.
VIOLATION STILL REMAINS SEE PREVIOUS FULL INSPECTION REPORT#659354 11/16/11.
NOV 162011PASS W/ CONDITIONS8 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. REACH-IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, NOT MAINTAINING TEMPS 40'F AND BELOW, ICE BUILD-UP, CAUSING TEMPS TO BE ELEVATED, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, UNTIL REPAIRED, AND TEMPS ARE READING 40'F AND BELOW, COOLER TAGGED, MUST FAX LETTER TO CDPH, #312746-4240, FOR TAG REMOVE CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED COOKED, PREPARED FOODS INSIDE REACH-COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPS, RANGING BETWEEN 48.0'F-50.4'F, ALL PRODUCT DUMPED AND DENATURED, AT A COST OF $1,970.00, AND APPROX. 99 TOTAL POUNDS, SEE ATTACHED DENATURED LIST, ATTACHED TO REPORT CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005(A)
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPAIR BROKEN HANDLE TO REACH-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT AREA
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS, SIDES, AND INTERIOR CABINETS OF FRYERS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN/REPAIR WALLS/CEILING KITCHEN PREP AND DISH AREAS, ANY AREAS OF WALL AND CEILING THAT NEEDS CLEANED AND REPAIRED, DO SO
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA
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 COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST BE STORED UNDER EXHAUST SYSTEM
All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AREA OUTSIDE BACK DOOR BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE ALL TRASH AND DEBRI
DEC 142010PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MUST PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE BIN BEHIND BAR,REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING IN BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER USE A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
LIGHT SHILED IS BROKEN OVER DISHMACHINE AREA.
DEC 32010FAILED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN VARIOUS AREAS BENEATH IN CORNER OF KITCHEN,BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA,CLUTTERED STORAGE BASEMENT AREAS AND REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT-PROOFED.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,RODENT PROOF SAID DOOR,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECOMMENDED.
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE BIN BEHIND BAR,REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING IN BASEMENT WALK-IN-COOLER USE A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS STOVE,DEEP FRYERS,COOLERS,SHELVINGS,CAN OPENER,POTATO PEELER ON WALL,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF ALL FOOD PREP TABLES,SURFACES BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA ETC.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,SEAL OPENING ON FLOOR BENEATH 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA.
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT SHILED IS BROKEN OVER DISHMACHINE AREA.
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.FOUND WATER LEAKING AT BASE OF FAUCET 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP.
Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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.PERSONAL BELONGINGS MUST BE REMOVED FROM KITCHEN AREAS,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.Wiping cloths must be stored in sanitizing solution.
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