DEC 19
2025
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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4861 N MILWAUKEE AVE · JEFFERSON PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected December 19, 2025 · passed
Clean record across 21 inspections. No failures, no critical violations.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
21
21 passed
VIOLATIONS
41
none critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Jan 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED DRAIN PLUMBING AT THE REAR AREA HANDWASHING SINK TO BE IN POOR REPAIR, SLOW-DRAINING BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE REAR AREA HANDWASHING SINK DRAIN PLUMBING TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE DRAINAGE AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
AUG 22023PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
AUG 2
2023
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SPILLAGE ON INTERIOR BASE AND EXTERIOR DOORS OF CABINET UNDERNEATH FOUNTAIN MACHINE IN FRONT DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED DUSTY VENT COVER IN UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 112022PASSED1 violationDETAILS
MAR 11
2022
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
FOUND FOOD SANITATION MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING.MUST PROVIDE.
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MAR 242021PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAR 24
2021
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER INSIDE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER LOCATED ACROSS FROM SANDWICH PREP LINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
JAN 92020PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 9
2020
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE REACH-IN DISPLAY COOLER IN FRONT DISPLAY AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR BEHIND SAFE UNDERNEATH FRONT REGISTER COUNTER.
JAN 142019PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 14
2019
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE FOR ICE MACHINE IN REAR AREA.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO SEAL HOLES ON WALL IN REAR PREP AREA.
MAY 162018PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
MAY 16
2018
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR WITH DEBRIS UNDER AND AROUND GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLEANING EQUIPMENT (MOP,BROOM ETC.) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.
DEC 12017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
DEC 1
2017
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY METAL RACKS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
MAY 252017PASSED1 violationDETAILS
MAY 25
2017
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
NOV 222016PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
NOV 22
2016
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed the microwave on top of the turbochef oven to have a damaged ceiling panel on the interior. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Observed dust accumulation on the walk in cooler fanguard. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the caulking behind the three compartment sink, along the wall, to be dirty and worn. Instructed facility to remove, clean area, recaulk, and maintain.
MAR 292016PASSED1 violationDETAILS
MAR 29
2016
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed torn gaskets on the two door cooler at the front prep area. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
JUL 282015PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JUL 28
2015
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
No splash guard provided between the exposed hand sink and prep counter,front area.Instructed to provide,surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
ceiling vent cover on ceiling above the front counter with dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain
OCT 12014PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
OCT 1
2014
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL IN PREP AREA ABOVE REAR PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
DISHWASH AREA EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL PIPE DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
JAN 142014PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 14
2014
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
GREASE TRAP PAINT PEELING/BEGINNING TO RUST ON BOTTOM. MUST REPAINT GREASE TRAP.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
WASHROOM FLOOR CLUTTERED (WEST WASHROOM) WITH PACKAGED CUP HOLDERS. MUST REMOVE HOLDERS FROM WASHROOM.
JAN 242013PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 24
2013
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GRAFFITI SIGN ON WALL INSIDE MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
AUG 162012PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
AUG 16
2012
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of pop dispensing unit, cabinet not clean, needs detailed cleaning, lower shelving of prep table need cleaning.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under rear storage shelving, cabinet not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Wall in rear prep area by prep table need cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen prep area, bathroom need cleaning(detailed).
NOV 182011PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
NOV 18
2011
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Walk in coolers shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint shall be replaced/repaired.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Walk in cooler shelving/racks in walk in cooler not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors in dining area need cleaning.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area, dining areas not clean need cleaning(detailed).
APR 12011PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
APR 1
2011
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, rust shall be replaced.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, front storage cabinet shelving not clean need cleaning.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under heavy equipment, storage shelving in rear kitchen area need detailed cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Wall prep table in rear prep area, and wall by 3 compartment sink in rear kitchen area need cleaning.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light shields in prep areas, bathrooms not clean need cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation)in prep areas, coolers, and bathrooms not clean need cleaning.
JAN 132010PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
JAN 13
2010
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
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. MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE WIRE SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHTING FIXTURE ABOVE THE HOT HOLDING UNIT AND BY THE SOUP AREA.
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