SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

SUBWAY.

BEAT. 18/100

4759 W FULLERTON AVE · BELMONT CRAGIN, CHICAGO

Last inspected January 12, 2026 · passed with conditions

Failed 9 of 29 inspections. 18 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
29
14 passed · 6 w/ conditions · 9 failed
VIOLATIONS
112
includes 18 critical
RECORDS COVER
15 YEARS
since Jul 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JAN 12
2026
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (CHICKEN, SOUP, DELI MEAT). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PRAVIN PATEL ARRIVED ON-SITE AT 9:50AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE MAIN PREP AREA NEAR WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

JAN 27
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(CHICKEN, DELI MEAT). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

MINORSanitation
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO HANDLE FOOD, EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

JAN 9
2024
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

UNABLE TO LOCATE AND VERIFY FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES DURING INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.

MAR 3
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
3 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(CHICKEN, DELI MEAT). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

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

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION FOR EACH EMPLOYEE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO HANDLE FOOD, EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.

AUG 23
2022
PASSED
0 violations
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AUG 16
2022
FAILED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED 8/5/22 REPORT #2561784: VIOLATION #60 (8-404.13(B:4)) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 3/15/2022 REPORT #2552883 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #55 (6-201.13) FOUND MISSING WALL BASE COVING THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM, IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM, AND UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CORRECT PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS. PRIORIT VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. VIOLATIONS #53 AND #55(6-501.12) HAVE BEEN CORRECTED; WALL DUSTED AND COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED NOW INSIDE WASHROOM. VIOLATION #55 (6-201.13) STILL NOT CORRECTED TODAY 8/16/22, FACILITY HAS ONLY REPAIRED BASE COVING UNDERNEATH 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, OTHER AREAS HAVE NOT BEEN REPAIRED.

AUG 12
2022
FAILED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (TUNA SALAD, DELI SANDWICHES) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NOTED A LEAK COMING FROM THE DISH AREA HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

NOTED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION CONDUCTED 8/5/22 REPORT #2561784: VIOLATION #60 (8-404.13(B:4)) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 3/15/2022 REPORT #2552883 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #53 (5-501.17) FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE. VIOLATION #55 (6-201.13) FOUND MISSING WALL BASE COVING THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM, IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM, AND UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. VIOLATION #55 (6-501.12) FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FRONT PREP AREA (ABOVE THE MICROWAVES/OVEN). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CORRECT PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS. PRIORIT VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

AUG 5
2022
FAILED
3 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE DELI MEAT PREP COOLER. OBSERVED HAM, ROAST BEEF, CHICKEN, TUNA SALAD, TURKEY, BOLOGNA, AND EGG AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46F-53F. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN COLD-HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

NOTED A LEAK COMING FROM THE DISH AREA HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 3/15/2022 REPORT #2552883 NOT CORRECTED: VIOLATION #36 (4-204.112) OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS FOR THE TWO DELI PREP COOLERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT. VIOLATION #53 (5-501.17) FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE. VIOLATION #55 (6-201.13) FOUND MISSING WALL BASE COVING THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM, IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM, AND UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. VIOLATION #55 (6-501.12) FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FRONT PREP AREA (ABOVE THE MICROWAVES/OVEN). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

MAR 15
2022
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS FOR THE TWO DELI PREP COOLERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND MISSING WALL BASE COVING THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM, IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM, AND UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FRONT PREP AREA (ABOVE THE MICROWAVES/OVEN). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MAR 8
2022
FAILED
8 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON THE PREMISES WHILE TCS FOODS (TURKEY, HAM, AND CHICKEN SANDWICHES) WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED, NOR VALID, NON-EXPIRED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

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

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS FOR THE TWO DELI PREP COOLERS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE.

CRITICALPest Activity
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH (CARDBOARD AND PLASTIC WITH FOOD SCRAPS) PREVENTING LID CLOSURE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TRASH MUST BE STORED INSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE SO THAT IT IS INACCESSIBLE TO INSECTS AND RODENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND MISSING WALL BASE COVING THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM, IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE RESTROOM, AND UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FOUND HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FRONT PREP AREA (ABOVE THE MICROWAVES/OVEN). INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

UNABLE TO LOCATE AND VERIFY FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES DURING INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.

MAR 5
2021
PASSED
1 violation1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

FEB 26
2021
FAILED
3 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER NEAR HAND WASHING SINK IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED BLACK AND BROWN SLIME SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. SLIME LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USING ICE MACHINE UNTIL SERVICE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. I. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATION VENT INISDE UNISEX WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SEP 23
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED HAM AT 48F, ROAST BEEF AT 52F, CHICKEN AT 57.2F, PIZZAS AT 50F AND TUNA SALAD AT 46.4F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 10# OF FOOD WORTH $54. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 55F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MEATS AND CHEESES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE WAS PROVIDED IN THE WASHROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES.

MINOROther
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2243216 ON 12/7/18 NOT CORRECTED: 58 - MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

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

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS TO BE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS SHELF LINER IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELF LINING THAT IS A NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE CAULKING AROUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. MUST RE-CAULK AND MAINTAIN

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DIRT/FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP IN BETWEEN THE COOLERS/CABINETS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

NOV 30
2018
FAILED
12 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WASH DIRTY DISHES WITH SOAP, THEN RINSE DISHES, AND PROCEED TO STORE THEM AWAY ON THE DRYING RACK. MUST SANITIZE ALL COOKWARE AND UTENSILS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION AFTER RINSING TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SANITATION. FACILITY HAS CORRECTED VIOLATION ON SITE BY INSTRUCTING EMPLOYEES ON PROPER WASH/RISE/SANITIZE PROCEDURES. PRIORITY VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS TO BE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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

OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS SHELF LINER IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELF LINING THAT IS A NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.

SERIOUSSanitation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK UNABLE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE DISH WASHING/RINSING/SANITIZING AT TIME OF INSPECTION. OBSERVED WHEN ONE COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED THE WATER BACKS UP BACK INTO THE ADJACENT COMPARTMENTS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSSanitation
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED NO TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE TESTING OF SANITIZING SOLUTION CONCENTRATION LEVELS IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-005. SEE ABOVE VIOLATION FOR CITATION.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED A SLIGHT LEAK AT THE PIPE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED THE CAULKING AROUND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. MUST RE-CAULK AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DIRT/FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP IN BETWEEN THE COOLERS/CABINETS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE TOILET ROOM EXHAUST VENTILATION. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

MAR 27
2018
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

OBSERVED FLOOR COVING MISSING AT FLOOR AROUND BASE OF WALK-IN FREEZER.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE COVING

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

OBSERVED BROKEN CEILING TILES AT REAR DISHWASHING AREA AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.

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

OBSERVED RUST AT BASE OF GREASE TRAP.INSRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REFINISH EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP TO PREVENT FURTHER RUSTING.

JUN 21
2017
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST FRONT DOOR THRESHOLD

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

JUN 19
2017
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

Inspector Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2060144 6/12/17 NOT CORRECTED #32-MUST REMOVE RUST FROM EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK,RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER.#33-MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.#35-MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)

SERIOUSOther
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARDED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (TUNA,HAM,SOUP,EGGS,ETC).MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF REAR PREP TABLE.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COLD HOLDING UNITS AND WALL BASES IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.

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

Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES IN REAR PREP AREA,DAMAGED TRIM ON EXTERIOR OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTS ABOVE OVENS.MUST ADJUST FRONT DOOR THRESHOLD.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

JUN 12
2017
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE

OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED ON TOPSIDE OF COLD HOLDING UNIT SUCH AS 3LBS. STEAK 48.5F,2LBS.HAM 45.1F,4LBS. TURKEY 44.6F,2LBS.EGGS 46.5F,2LBS. EGG WHITES 48.0F,1LB. TUNA 44.2F,2LBS. COLD CUT COMBO 46.8F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW.16LBS.$143(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)

SERIOUSOther
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (TUNA,TURKEY,HAM,EGGS,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)

SERIOUSFood Temperature
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1981600 1/17/17 NOT CORRECTED #32-MUST REMOVE RUST FROM EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK,RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER.#33-MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.#35-MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

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

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF REAR PREP TABLE.

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

MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN BETWEEN COLD HOLDING UNITS AND WALL BASES IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.

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

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES IN REAR PREP AREA,DAMAGED TRIM ON EXTERIOR OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM VENTS ABOVE OVENS.MUST ADJUST FRONT DOOR THRESHOLD

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 17
2017
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REMOVE RUST FROM EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK,RUSTY SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER.

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

MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF HOT & COLD HOLDING UNITS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE.

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

MUST ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR DOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA

MINORFacility Condition
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MUST REPLACE BROKEN THERMOMETER IN MILK DISPLAY COOLER ON SALES FLOOR.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

AUG 23
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED THE FRONT COUNTER UNDER THE SODA MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER.

FEB 10
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED THE CEILING VENTS NOT CLEAN OVER THE OVENS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

MAY 8
2015
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

FOUND CABINET AND COUNTER NOT CLEAN AT SODA STATION. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE CABINET/COUNTER AT SODA STATION.

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

FOUND MOPS AND BROOMS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE AWAY FROM 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

FEB 6
2015
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD. (HANDLES DELI MEAT, TURKEY, HAM, ETC.) SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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

FOUND INTERIOR OF CABINET UNDER SODA MACHINE NOT CLEAN.

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

FOUND PERSONAL ITEMS NOT STORED PROPERLY.(CLOTHES, BACKPACKS,ETC.)

MINORDocumentation & Training
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

FOODHANDLERS AT PREMISES WITH NO FOODHANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.

FEB 10
2014
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, must properly date food items in walk in cooler.

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

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of pop dispensing unit not clean, need detailed cleaning. Prep table lower shelving not clean, needs detailed cleaning.

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

Floors under heavy equipment, front ovens, rear storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in front prep area, and by 3 compartment sink not clean, needs detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Missing ceiling tile in rear kitchen prep area, shall be provided, damaged cove molding in front prep area, shall be repaired/replaced. Wall that had gap in rear prep area, shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Broken, damaged light shields in rear prep area shall be replaced, light shields in prep area need cleaning.

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

Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, coolers not clean, need detailed cleaning.

JAN 17
2013
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

floors must be constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, covering installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

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

must repair leaking faucet at three compartment sink in kitchen

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

refrigeration and metal stem thermometers must be provided and conspicuous

JAN 26
2012
PASSED
0 violations
JAN 18
2012
FAILED
4 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

Dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While draining water in middle of three compartment sink water seeping through grease trap at the top. Instructed owner to detail clean grease trap and drainlines to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.

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

Floor in prep area and under equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Light and ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.

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

Exposed hand sink installed next to three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield between both sinks.

JUL 27
2010
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCET HEAD AT WASHBOWL IN TOILET ROOM, PROVIDE COVER FOR BREAD UNIT.

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

FOLLOWING NEED DETAIL CLEANING AND SANITIZING: WALLS THRU-OUT REAR PREP, WALLBASE, UNDER, AROUND REFRIGERATORS, INTERIOR OF CABINET UNDER BEVERAGE DISPENSORS, UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, VENT COVERS AT REAR, EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT ESPECIALLY AROUND TOILET IN TOILET ROOM AND REAR PREP AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AT REAR AND AT WALLS ABOVE PREP TABLE, REPLACE STAINED CEILING PANELS ABOVE FRONT BREAD OVENS

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

NSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND AT PIPING UNDER BEVERAGE CABINET AT SODA LINES UNIT

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