JUN 21
2017
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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SLUGGERS GRILL.
BEAT. 33/100
3540 N CLARK ST · LAKEVIEW, CHICAGO
Last inspected June 21, 2017 · passed
Failed 7 of 14 inspections. 14 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
14
7 passed · 7 failed
VIOLATIONS
72
includes 14 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Apr 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST NOT STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS (BACK PACKS, PURSES, KEYS, ETC) ON RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT OR FOOD. MUST STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS IN LOCKERS OR BELOW AND SEPARATE FROM RESTAURANT FOOD AND EQUIPMENT.
JUN 132017FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 13
2017
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
OBSERVED MULTIPLE HANDSINKS IMPROPERLY MAINTAINED IN FACILITY. OBSERVED THE HANDSINK AT THE REAR PIANO BAR ("NEW BAR") COMPLETELY BLOCKED BY A 1 DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER, 2 ICE SCOOPS IN THE BASIN AND THERE WERE NO SOAP OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE SUPPLIED TO THE SINK. AT THE FRONT PIANO BAR, NOTED HANDSINK BLOCKED BY A TRASH CAN AND ALCOHOL RAILS AND AN ICE SCOOP STORED IN THE BASIN. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL HANDSINKS MUST BE CONVENIENTLY ACCESSIBLE AND STOCKED WITH A SUPPLY OF SOAP AND HAND DRYING DEVICE AT ALL TIMES. THE OPERATOR MADE THE HAND SINKS ACCESSIBLE AND PROVIDED SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS DURING INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION: 7-38-030
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON SITE IN MULTIPLE AREAS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. NOTED THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS (APPROXIMATE) AND AREAS WITH DROPPINGS: 30 UNDER THE SHELVING TO THE RIGHT OF THE WALK IN KITCHEN COOLER; 25 ON THE FLOOR AT THE 1ST FLOOR REAR BAR DJ BOOTH; 25 AT FRONT CORNER OF SUPPLY ROOM NEAR METAL CIRCULAR SUPPORT BEAM; 10 UNDER SHELVING HOLDING CHAFFING DISHES IN SUPPLY ROOM; 40 LEFT CORNER OF DOUGH ROOM; 40 RIGHT CORNER OF DOUGH ROOM; 15 AT LEFT HOT WATER HEATER IN LIQUOR ROOM; 15 AT THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DOOR TO THE LIQUOR ROOM; 12 IN TSHIRT CLOSET; 80 DROPPINGS AND A DEAD MOUSE UNDER 1ST FLOOR BASKETBALL MACHINES; 30 BEHIND THE GORILLA PHONE BOOTH; 20 IN CORNER OF 2ND FLOOR ICE ROOM UNDER SODA LINES. ALSO OBSERVED LIVE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY DURING INSPECTION. NOTED APPROX. 20 SMALL FLIES IN THE 2ND FLOOR WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY AND RECOMMENDED TO OBTAIN SERVICES OF LICENSED PEST CONTROL OPERATOR. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED WOVEN WICKER BASKETS BEING USED TO SERVE FOOD. NOTED FOOD RESIDUE AND STAINS ON THE WICKER. INSTRUCTED THAT THE BASKETS MUST NOTE USED FOR FOOD SERVICE AND THAT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT THAT IS EXPOSED TO SPLASHES AND STAINS FROM FOOD DEBRIS MUST BE MADE OF MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH, NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN OILY RESIDUE AND POPCORN PIECES FROM POPCORN MACHINES IN SUPPLY ROOM AND PIANO BAR. MUST CLEAN PARTICULATE MATTER AND BROKEN GLASS FROM SPACE BETWEEN PALLETS IN DRY COOLER FOR BEER. MUST CLEAN DUST FROM FAN COVERS IN 3 DOOR UPRIGHT COOLER IN KITCHEN. MUST CLEAN LIQUID AND DEBRIS FROM BOTTOM OF TRASH CANS IN ALL WOMEN'S RESTROOMS. MUST CLEAN GRIMEY BUILD UP FROM HANDLES ON HAND SINK IN KITCHEN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST REMOVE DEBRIS AND CLEAN FLOORS UNDER HARD LIQUOR STORAGE SHELVES, UNDER 2 DOOR FREEZER IN SUPPLY ROOM, AND UNDER THE 2ND FLOOR BASKETBALL MACHINES. MUST CLEAN SODA SPILL AT SODA RACK NEAR KEG ROOM. MUST CLEAN DEAD INSECTS AND PARTICULATE MATTER FROM FLOOR IN UTILITY CLOSET NEXT TO KITCHEN ENTRANCE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAIN AT NORTH HANDSINK AT MAIN BAR. MUST PROVIDE/REATTACH DRAIN LINES ON SODA DRIP PANS AT MAIN BAR AND 2ND FLOOR BARS. MUST ADJUST SELF CLOSING FAUCET MEN'S BATHROOM (RIGHT FAUCET) AT BACK BAR RESTROOM. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK IN DOUGH PREP ROOM UNDER HOT AND COLD CITY PRESSURE WHERE A HOBART MACHINE IS LOCATED AND DOUGH IS MIXED. ALTERNATIVELY, OPERATOR MUST MOVE DOUGH MACHINE TO AN AREA IN THE KITCHEN THAT MEETS FOOD PREPARATION REQUIREMENTS AND HAS A HANDSINK CONVENIENTLY ACCESSIBLE.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED CLUTTER (TRASH CANS, PIANO SHELVES,ETC.) IN SUPPLY ROOM PREVENTING ACCESS TO SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SHELVING AREA. MUST NOT STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS (BACK PACKS, PURSES, KEYS, ETC) ON RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT OR FOOD. MUST STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS IN LOCKERS OR BELOW AND SEPARATE FROM RESTAURANT FOOD AND EQUIPMENT.
MAY 62016PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 6
2016
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed a torn gasket on the right door of the three door cooler in the kitchen. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed slight dirt accumulation on the soda gun nozzles at the main bar. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed slight dirt accumulation on the 1st floor ice machine interior. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dirt and debris at the main bar on the floor under and around equipment. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen near the exhaust hood. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
OCT 22015PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OCT 2
2015
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
OUT OF COMPLIANCE. INFORMATION GIVEN, INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN.
SEP 252015FAILED5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 25
2015
FAILED
5 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED 60 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM AND 20 DROPPINGS IN THE SIDE PARTY ROOM. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REMOVE ALL PESTS AND ANY EVIDENCE AND TO MAINTAIN. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED SLIGHT DIRT ACCUMULATION ON THE UPPER INTERIOR PORTION OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT ACCUMULATION ON THE BAR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INCLUDING ALL COOLERS, SODA GUNS, AND DRAINS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT AND TO MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON THE FANGUARDS IN THE WALK IN BEER COOLER. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
OUT OF COMPLIANCE. INFORMATION GIVEN, INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY AND MAINTAIN.
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AUG 192014FAILED3 violationsDETAILS
AUG 19
2014
FAILED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
FOOD(ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED PINK, BROWN, AND BLACK DISCOLORATIONS ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF THE LOWER AND UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE LOCATED UPSTAIRS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MACHINE OR REMOVE DISCOLORATIONS FROM THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES AND ALSO REPLACE ANY SOILED WATER HOSES INSIDE OF THE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR SURFACES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILDUP ON THE FAN VENT COVERS LOCATED IN THE 1ST FLOOR BEER COOLER AND ALSO THE REACH-IN FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
FOUND THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT MAIN BAR IS SOILED WITH RUST AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
AUG 192013FAILED10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 19
2013
FAILED
10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Evidence of rodent and insect activity on premises. Found 30 plus mice dropping in rear storage room-west wall and inside furnace room in all corners. Also, observed gnats in front and rear bar and on white wall across from front bar-approximately 20 plus gnats. Instructed to remove all activity, detail clean and sanitize area and have licensed pest control service areas. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining and running water in right side of three compartment sink, water-with red grease and food debris coming up left and middle sides. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drainline to prevent inadequate disposal of drain water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods not in original container properly labeled. Instructed to label all foods not in original containers.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Storage shelves in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor not maintained in areas. Instructed to detail clean floor along wallbase and behind equipment and replace damaged and missing floor tile.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Light, ventilation and ceiling covers not maintained. Instructed to detail clean light and ventilation covers and replace damaged ceiling tile.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Women's rear toilet room exhaust fan not working. Instructed to repair exhaust fan
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Unnecessary articles in compressor room. Instructed to elevate all supplies in beer cooler 6 inches or higher and away from wall and remove any unused articles.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
AUG 312011PASSED1 violationDETAILS
AUG 31
2011
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
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 NOT SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE (PITTED CONCRETE) AT SMALL REAR BAR AREA,INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE THE FLOOR.SEAL SMOOTHLY AROUND THE EQUIPMENT
AUG 262011FAILED11 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 26
2011
FAILED
11 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC
INTERIOR BOTH ICE MACHINES UPPER WATER RESERVOIR AND LOWER ICE HOLDING BIN WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO ICE.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS
STILL OBSERVED HUNDREDS OF FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT MAIN BAR, REAR BAR, UNDER SODA DISPENSING SYSTEM, IN DINING ROOM ON WHITE VIDEO SCREEN, IN KITCHEN. OBSERVED LIVE ROACHES IN KITCHEN ON FOOD STORAGE SHELVING. FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF WITH OPEN GAP ON BOTTOM.
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
OBSERVED PAN OF RAW CHICKEN BEING STORED ON TOP OF OPEN BOX OF FRENCH FRIES.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
#33-INTERIOR DEEP FRYERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
ALL FOODS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MISSING FILTER IN KITCHEN HOOD EXHAUST. MUST PROVIDE. SHELVING DIRTY THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, MUST CLEAN. SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN. REAR STORAGE BOX FREEZERS IN POOR REPAIR WITH BROKEN LIDS REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE AND EXPOSED INSULATION. MUST REPLACE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FRONT BAR GUN HOLDERS DIRTY.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE ESTABLISHMENT WITH DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS, WASTE. IN KITCHEN, UNDER ALL BARS, THROUGHOUT ALL STORAGE AREAS, IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS. MUST CLEAN ALL NEW VIOLATION NOTED TODAY. MUST REPLACE MISSING/DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD SPLATTER AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE. CLEAN ALL CEILING FAN AND CHAINS THAT HOLDS THE FANS,DUST BUILD-UP.
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.LEAK AT NOZZLE OF MAIN BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR.
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
STILL OBSERVED CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOOR IN REAR HALLWAY TO STORAGE ROOMS.
AUG 252011FAILED18 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 25
2011
FAILED
18 violations5 CRITICALDETAILS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY TWO DOZEN COOKED POTATO SKINS INSIDE HOLDING CONTAINER AT IMPROPER FOOD TEMPERATURE OF 79.1F. ALL DISCARDED.POUNDS 5,VALUE 5.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) H000074093-16
SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC
All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles.OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING CROSS CONTAMINATION: INTERIOR BOTH ICE MACHINES UPPER WATER RESERVOIR AND LOWER ICE HOLDING BIN WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO ICE. OBSERVED AT MAIN BAR ICE BIN WITH 5 BOTTLES OF SODA WATER AND OTHER CANNED DRINK STORED INSIDE ICE BEING USED FOR CONSUMPTION. ON SECOND FLOOR BAR ICE BIN ALSO WITH ASSORTED CANNED BEVERAGES STORED IN ICE.ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN COMSUMPION.UNITS TURNED OFF.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNITS.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) H000074093-16
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH WASTE WATER BACKING-UPIN ALL 3 COMPARTMENT SINK(WITH GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES).ALSO WATER UNABLE TO DRAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 H000074094-17
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. ALL BARS EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN ALL AREAS FOUND WITH OUT SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS. MAIN BAR EXPOSED HAND SINK BEING USED TO STORE PLASTIC SHOT GLASSES AND NOT ACCESSIBLE.CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 H000074094-17
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations. OBSERVED SMALL FLY INFESTATION THROUGHOUT PREMISES. HUNDREDS OF FRUIT FLIES,ALSO HOUSE FLIES. FOUND THROUGHOUT ALL BAR AREAS, STORAGE AREAS, IN KITCHEN PREP,ON WALLS,CLEAN DISHES, ON SCREEN TV WALLS,ON ICE BEHIND THE BAR AND INSIDE THE DIRTY GARBAGE CONTAINERS. OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES IN FOOD PREP AREA UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK AND ON WALLS AND FLOORS.OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED.FRONT DOOR HAS A GAP ON BOTTOM OF THE DOOR(GAP 1/2" TO 1").CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-020 H000074095-18
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER ON FLOOR,ALSO RAW AND COOKED FOOD NOT COVERED IN IT UNKNOWN PARTICLES.ALSO FOOD NOT COVERED INSIDE THE CHEST FREEZER,OBSERVED GLASSES FILLED WITH JELLO SHOTS STACK ON TOP EACHOTHER WITH DIRTY GLASSES.FOOD MUST BE PROTECTED AT ALL TIMES.FOOD MUST BE STORED 6" ABOVE THE FLOOR.SERIOS VIOLATION:7-38-005(A) H000074093-16
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 NOT CORRECTED FROM APRIL 9,2010,REPORT #1770777 #33- DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM APRIL 9,2010 #38-THE HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES AT THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS DO NOT PROVIDE A CONTINUOUS FLOW OF WATER WITHOUT HAVING TO BE REACTIVATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT THE WATER MUST FLOW CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 20 SECONDS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION :7-42090 H000074096-10
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. ALL FOODS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
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. MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR ALL BAR ICE BINS. MISSING FILTER IN KITCHEN HOOD EXHAUST. MUST PROVIDE. SHELVING DIRTY THROUGHOUT KITCHEN, MUST CLEAN. SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN. REAR STORAGE BOX FREEZERS IN POOR REPAIR WITH BROKEN LIDS REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE AND EXPOSED INSULATION. MUST REPLACE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. DETAIL CLEAN POP GUN HOLDER AND POP GUN, ENCRUSTED FOOD(ENCRUSTED FOOD IS PEELING OFF DUE TO TOO MUCH ACCUMULATION).DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.HOOD AND FILTERS.
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 THROUGHOUT ENTIRE ESTABLISHMENT WITH DIRT, FOOD DEBRIS, WASTE. IN KITCHEN, UNDER ALL BARS, THROUGHOUT ALL STORAGE AREAS, IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS. MUST CLEAN ALL
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. ALL WALLS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER WITH FOOD SPLATTER AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE. CLEAN ALL CEILING FAN AND CHAINS THAT HOLDS THE FANS,DUST BUILD-UP.
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. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND LIGHT IN HOOD EXHAUST CLEANED.
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. KITCHEN GREASE TRAP WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE, DIRTY. MUST CLEAN.
LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED
Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. DIRTY APRONS HANGING ON HOOKS INSIDE KITCHEN. MUST PROPERLY STORE DIRTY LINEN AND NOT RE-USE ANY DIRTY APRONS.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SAINTING SOLUTION.
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS
Smoking shall be prohibited in all public places except in designated smoking areas. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF SMOKING ON PREMISES,SEVEN CIGARETTE BUTTS WERE OBSERVED(MYSELF AND THE COOK)IN REAR HALLWAY /REAR STORAGE AREA,WHICH IS USED BY EMPLOYEES.NO "NO SMOKING" SIGN POSTED ON PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE IT THROUGHOUT.1ST OFFENSE.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-32-015 H000074096-10
APR 92010PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
APR 9
2010
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS AND THE TOP OF THE GREASE DUMPSTER.
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. DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT OR COVER WITH STAINLESS STEEL. DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE SHELVES BELOW THE GRILL WINDOW AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
THE HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES AT THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS DO NOT PROVIDE A CONTINUOUS FLOW OF WATER WITHOUT HAVING TO BE REACTIVATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT THE WATER MUST FLOW CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 20 SECONDS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING.
APR 72010FAILED8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
APR 7
2010
FAILED
8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
All food shall be from sources approved by health authorities and safe for human consumption. OBSERVED OPEN CONTAINER OF EXPIRED BLUE CHEESE (EXPIRED 3/24/10) DRESSING INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. ALSO OBSERVED MOLDY GREEN PEPPERS STORED IN A BOX INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 15# OF FOOD WORTH $50. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005B.
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. OBSERVED AIR TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AT 47.4F. UNIT TAGGED BY CDPH. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COOLER BELOW 40F. COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS STORED INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER: RAW HAMBURGERS AT 45.6F, REFRIED BEANS AT 47.8F, CHILI AT 47F, SALAD DRESSINGS AT 46-49.6F, RAW BACON AT 45.3F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 35# OF FOOD WORTH $200. CRTICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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 #150308 ON 9/5/08 NOT CORRECTED: 32/01 - MUST INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN DUE TO THE LOCATION IS VERY CLOSE TO THE REACH IN FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE A PROPERLY FITTED LID FOR ALL ICE BINS WITH CONSUMABLE ICE TO PROTECT THE ICE FROM CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED CONSUMABLE ICE IN THE ICE BIN IN CONTACT WITH SODA TUBING. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEPARATE THE ICE FROM THE TUBING. 33/01- NEED TO CLEAN THE LIGHT BULB WITH GREASE BUILDUP BY THE HOOD. 34/01- FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT, IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM AND MEN'S WASHROOM, IN THE STORAGE ROOM, BEER STORAGE ROOM MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED. ALSO THE FLOOR UNDER THE ICE BINS IN ALL BARS AREAS NEED DETAIL CLEANING. 35/01- VENTILATION COVER IN MEN'S WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 36/01- MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN ONE OF THE LIGHT BULBS BY THE HOOD. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA, INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS, AREA BELOW THE GRILL, INTERIOR OF PREP COOLER, WIRE STORAGE RACKS NEAR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA, EXPOSED HANDSINK AT MAIN BAR AREA, TOP OF THE GREASE DUMPSTER, INTERIOR OF JELLO SHOT COOLER. DETAIL CLEAN AND DEFROST INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM.
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. OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE MAIN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE STANDING WATER. OBSERVED UNEVEN FLOOR SURFACES ON THE FLOOR OF THE FLOOR BEHIND THE MAIN BAR AREA. MUST FILL IN ALL UNEVEN SURFACES AND LEVEL WITH CEMENT SO THAT THE FLOOR IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND BOTH BARS AND FLOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER.
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. DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT OR COVER WITH STAINLESS STEEL. DETAIL CLEAN AND REPAINT THE SHELVES BELOW THE GRILL WINDOW AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR THE LEAKING DRAIN PAN AT THE FAN UNIT FOR THE WALK-IN COOLER. THE HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES AT THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS DO NOT PROVIDE A CONTINUOUS FLOW OF WATER WITHOUT HAVING TO BE REACTIVATED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT THE WATER MUST FLOW CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 20 SECONDS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. NO DRAIN STOPPERS AVAILABLE AT THE PREP AREA 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE 3 DRAIN STOPPERS.
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