SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

RIOS DE SUDAMERICA.

BEAT. 18/100

2010-2012 W ARMITAGE AVE · LOGAN SQUARE, CHICAGO

Last inspected November 7, 2024 · failed

Failed 6 of 17 inspections. 11 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
17
9 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 6 failed
VIOLATIONS
94
includes 11 critical
RECORDS COVER
13 YEARS
since May 2011

INSPECTION HISTORY

NOV 7
2024
FAILED
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALOther
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM UNCOVERED BEVERAGE CONTAINER IN MAIN KITCHEN AREA WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEES ONLY TO DRINK IN DESIGNATED AREAS TO PREVENT POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, EQUIPMENT, OR SINGLE-USE ARTICLES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORFood Temperature
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

OBSERVED COOKED BEEF ON MAIN KITCHEN AREA PREP COUNTER THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO THAW TCS FOOD ITEMS WITH APPROVED THAWING METHODS SUCH AS UNDER REFRIGERATION OR UNDER RUNNING WATER AT 70.0F OR LESS AND MAINTAIN.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5 LIVE ADOLESCENT COCKROACHES IN BASEMENT AREA (AT BOTTOM OF STAIRS IN VEGETABLE STORAGE BIN). INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE, ELIMINATE ALL LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES AND FOLLOW PEST CONTROL RECOMMENDATION FOR COCKROACH ABATEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

MAR 17
2023
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE MICROWAVES, FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP AREA SHELVES, FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE PREP AREA COOLERS AND COOLERS RUBBER DOOR GASKETS, FOOD BUILD UP ON PREP AREA COOLERS DOOR RAILS. MUST CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

MAR 10
2023
FAILED
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES IN PREP AREA 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER (BY DISHMACHINE). MUST REMOVE ALL ROACH ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE MICROWAVES, FOOD DEBRIS ON PREP AREA SHELVES, FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE PREP AREA COOLERS AND COOLERS RUBBER DOOR GASKETS, FOOD BUILD UP ON PREP AREA COOLERS DOOR RAILS. MUST CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST BE CERTIFIED WITH NAMES OF EMPLOYEES ON PREMISES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

APR 19
2019
PASSED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR AND IN CENTER OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING

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

Violation Codes: 3-307.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMP IN REAR PREP AREA

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Violation Codes: 3-304.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

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

Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE TOPSIDE LID OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,OVENS,FRYER CABINETS,DISH RACKS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT REAR PREP AREA 3- COMP SINK

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE MASSIVE ARTICLES ON FLOOR IN ALL CLOSETS AND UNDER STAIRCASE IN BASEMENT

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA

APR 5
2019
FAILED
15 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CLEAN-UP KIT OF ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALOther
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

OBSERVED NO 90-DAY SHELL FISH TAGS ON (2- 10LBS.) PLASTIC BAGS OF FRESH CLAMS INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER ON ROLLING CART.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST KEEP 90-DAY SHELL FISH TAG WITH PRODUCT UNTIL FINISHED.COS.20LBS. $150.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38-005)

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.1LB.CHILIES,2LBS. PUDDING,2LBS. COOKED MASHED POTATOES,5LBS. COOKED RICE,1LB. CHICKEN SALSA,3LBS. CHIMICHUNGA SAUCE,3LBS. COOKED ONION SAUCE,10LBS.COOKED WHOLE CHICKENS,10LBS. COOKED POTATOES,1-GALLON FISH BROTH.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.APPX.37LBS.1-GALLON.$94.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED AN INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON MENU OF THE RISK OF RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED AN APPX"1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR AND IN CENTER OF FRONT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

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

MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO 3- COMP IN REAR PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE TOPSIDE LID OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,OVENS,FRYER CABINETS,DISH RACKS,WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT REAR PREP AREA 3- COMP SINK.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE MASSIVE ARTICLES ON FLOOR IN ALL CLOSETS AND UNDER STAIRCASE IN BASEMENT.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE MISSING END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

SEE VIOLATION #60.

MINORDocumentation & Training
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2214046 9/7/18 #58.STILL OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE FOR FOOD MANAGERS POSTED AND AVAILABLE TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)

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SEP 7
2018
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

2-201.11 NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY PROVIDED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

2-501.11 NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE PROVIDED FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

3-603.11 NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER PROVIDED ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS ARE SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK IT TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT EATING RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

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

4-501.11 REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.

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

4-101.11 OBSERVED FROZEN MEATS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS ONLY.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE DEEP FRYERS, VENTILATION HOOD, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVES, STAINLESS STEEL SHELF NEAR THE BACK DOOR, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE WALL BEHIND AND AROUND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

6-202.11 MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AND END CAPS FOR ALL LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE MAIN FOOD PREP AREA ON THE 1ST FLOOR. MUST INSTALL.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

PA 100-0367 OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.

JUN 9
2017
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

: OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS STORED IN A PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY TO STORE FROZEN MEATS.

JUN 2
2017
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED AT THIS TIME. WHEN FILING LEFT COMPARTMENT SINK AND RELEASE CLEAR WATER BACKING UP FROM MIDDLE SINK COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

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

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS STORED IN A PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS ONLY TO STORE FROZEN MEATS.

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

OBSERVED GREASE BUILD UP ON VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT THE FRONT BAR AREA DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ADDITIONAL STOPPERS NEEDED AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

SEP 16
2016
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found several potentially hazardous foods without labels. Must label all prepped, potentially hazardous foods with name and date. Must maintain.

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

Must remove, clean and sanitize machine. Found excessive grease build up on lower interior of fryers. Must remove, clean and sanitize. Found dirt build up on hot and cold water handles of hand sink in kitchen area. Must remove, clean and sanitize.

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

Found slowing draining 3 compartment sink in front bar area. Must repair and maintain.

SEP 9
2016
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

Found the following previous minors not corrected from report # 1442130, dated 9/29/15. #32 OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. #41 MUST ELEVATE LIQUOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL. #45 FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. Must correct all. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Found several potentially hazardous foods without labels. Must label all prepped, potentially hazardous foods with name and date. Must maintain.

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

Found small amount of orange slimy mold-like substance on upper interior of ice machine. Must remove, clean and sanitize machine. Found excessive grease build up on lower interior of fryers. Must remove, clean and sanitize. Found dirt build up on hot and cold water handles of hand sink in kitchen area. Must remove, clean and sanitize. Found dirt build up on handles of tall, 3 door refrigerator in kitchen area. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain all.

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

Found slowing draining 3 compartment sink in front bar area. Must repair and maintain.

SEP 29
2015
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL ALL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA.

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

OBSERVED RUSTY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. DO NOT USE TIN FOIL AS A LINER FOR SHELVING IN FOOD PREP AREA.

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

ADDITIONAL STOPPERS ARE NEEDED AT THE FRONT BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE. OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST ELEVATE LIQUOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS NOT MET. NO LOGS RECORDS ON SITE AS REQUIRED.

AUG 27
2014
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

FOUND FOODS (MEAT) STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINER. ALSO LABEL FOOD ITEMS AND STOREAGE CONTAINERS WITH NAME AND/OR DATE.

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

MUST CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHEVLING THROUGH OUT THE KITCHEN AND IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR SPILLS. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF COOLERS (SHELVING AND FAN COVERS). MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.

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

FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS IN THE KITCHEN AND THROUGH OUT BASEMENT, ALSO KEEP FLOOR DRY AS POSSIBLE.

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

MUST CLEAN ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE ALL SPIDER WEBS AND DUST FROM WALL.

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

NOTED A LEAK AT THE BOTTOM PIPE OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST MAINTAIN WORKING THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLER.

NOV 6
2013
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

NO SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN PREP AREAS, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, AND HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE, UTENSILS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT STORED INSIDE HAND SINK, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030

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

MUST RESTRICT USING CARRYOUT BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE FREEZER, MUST INVEST IN FOOD GRADE BAGS,

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

MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT,

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

MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS,

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

MUST CLEAN ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE ALL SPIDER WEBS FROM WALL,

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

MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL LIGHT IN BASEMENT AREA, LIGHT OUT AND BASEMENT AREA TO DIM,

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FIRST FLOOR IN KITCHEN AREA,

JAN 25
2013
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

SOME AREAS OF BASEMENT CLUTTERED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN AREA.

DEC 27
2012
FAILED
7 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

Found the front and second double doors of the food establishment at center bottom not insect/rodent-proofed approximately 1/4" mode of entry.Must repair make doors tight fitting all across the bottoms.Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

MUST CLEAN BULK STORAGE CONTAINER IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, AND CLEAN OR REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARDS

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

MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREA

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

MUST REPAIR SELF-CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEES BATHROOM DOOR IN BASEMENT AND STORE EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS

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

SOME AREAS OF BASEMENT CLUTTERED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN AREA

OCT 30
2012
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST CLEAN BULK STORAGE CONTAINER IN REAR KITCHEN AREA, AND CLEAN OR REPLACE STAINED CUTTING BOARDS

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

MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREA

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

MUST REPAIR SELF-CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEES BATHROOM DOOR IN BASEMENT AND STORE EMPLOYEES BELONGINGS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY

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

MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS

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

SOME AREAS OF BASEMENT CLUTTERED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN AREA

MAY 3
2011
PASSED
8 violations
DETAILS
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.ICE BIN COVERS MUST BE PROVIDED FOR ICE BINS BEHIND BARS,CONNECT DRAIN LINES AT BAR GUNS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE BAR.

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.KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS COOLERS,BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,STOVES,COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES,INTERIOR BASINS OF SINKS,MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED,BAR GUNS AT BAR,ICE MACHINE,DISHMACHINE.REPLACE BADLY PITTED CUTTING BOARDS AT KITCHEN,BAR AREAS,REMOVE DAMAGED WOODEN SHELVINGS IN 2 DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN.

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 BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN KITCHEN ARE DIRTY,CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT IN DETAIL INCLUDING BASEMENT AREAS MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES ALSO BASEBOARDS BENEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK IN KITCHEN PEELING AWAY.

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/CEILINGS AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES ALONG SHELVINGS,AT CEILING ENTRANCE TO KITCHEN,OPENINGS ON WALL BENEATH FRONT SERVER STATION EXPOSED HANDSINK REPAIR WATER SEAPAGE ALONG AT EAST WALL OF BASEMENT.

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.LIGHT BULB OVER KITCHEN AREA MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS AND PROVIDE MISSING LIGHTING INSIDE THE 2 DOOR KITCHEN COOLER.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR IN BASEMENT MUST BE SELF CLOSING.

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.WATER LEAKING AT PIPES BENEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK AT KITCHEN,BAR MUST REPAIR.

MINORPest Activity
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.UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT AREAS MUST BE REMOVED DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.

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