SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

SUBWAY.

EAT. 95/100

5316 N MILWAUKEE AVE · JEFFERSON PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected April 2, 2021 · passed

Passed all 14 inspections (1 with conditions).

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
14
13 passed · 1 w/ conditions
VIOLATIONS
27
none critical
RECORDS COVER
9 YEARS
since Nov 2011

INSPECTION HISTORY

APR 2
2021
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED WALL MOUNTED SOAP DISPENSER INSIDE MEN'S RESTROOM HELD TOGETHER WITH RUBBER BANDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

MINORSanitation
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED SLIGHT BUILD UP OF DUST ON VENTS IN BOTH TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

JAN 17
2020
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INTERIOR OF THE 2 DOOR COOLER UNDERNEATH THE OVEN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP AND TO MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED DIM LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE WASH ROOMS NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE VENTILATION AT ALL TIMES.

MAR 26
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINOROther
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN THERMOMETER INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.

MAR 19
2018
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE PREP COOLER INFRONT PREP AREA.

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

CLEANING EQUIPMENT (BROOMS, MOP ETC.) MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR.

NOV 17
2017
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN HOOD WITH DUST BUILD-UP ABOVE OVEN.

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MAY 26
2017
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

OCT 25
2016
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed the caulk around the rear exposed handsink to be dirty and worn. Instructed facility to remove, clean, recaulk, and maintain.

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

Observed the front 2 door cooler to have dirt accumulation in the gaskets. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the upper interior portion of the ice machine to have slight dirt accumulation. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.

JAN 8
2016
PASSED
0 violations
APR 14
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED KNIFE AND DIRTY(ENCRUSTED FOOD) ON PIZZA CUTTER STORED ON TOP SHELF OF THE PREP/SERVING FRONT LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A KNIFE RACK FOR KNIFE AND PROPERLY STORED PIZZA CUTTER,UTENSILS MUST BE CLEANED AND SANITIZED BEFORE STORED. PARTIALLY BROKEN THRESHOLD AT BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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

DUST BUILD-UP ON FLOOR UNDER THE POP REFRIGERATOR IN DINING AREA,UNDER THE FRONT SERVING COUNTER,UNDER SHELVES AND CORNERS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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

PIPE UNDER THE POP DISPENSER LOCATED IN DINING AREA IS LEAKING INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

NO CDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING PROGRAM PROVIDED ON PREMISES.INFORMATION WAS GIVEN TO MANAGER ON 10-2-14,REPORT#1424531 UNDER COMMENT.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND KEEP INFORMATION ON SITE.

OCT 2
2014
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINOREmployee Hygiene
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

WOMENS WASHROOM HANDWASH BOWL HOT WATER PRESSURE LOW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE.

JAN 15
2014
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

PERFORM ROUTINE CLEANING OF DISH TUBS IN WALK IN COOLER, UNDERNEATH SANDWICH PREP LINE, AND GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER UNDERNEATH THE TURBO CHEF.

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

CLEAN BEHIND BEVERAGE COOLER IN FRONT OF STORE. FRONT DOOR WEATHER STRIP STARTING TO SHOW SIGNS OF WEAR. REPAIR OR REPLACE.

MAR 6
2013
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO FIX FAUCET (HOT) HANDLE WITH HEAVY LEAK AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN REAR PREP AREA.

JUL 17
2012
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, reach in cooler, must date/label food items in walk in cooler, walk in freezer, and reach in cooler.

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

Non food contact surfaces of reach in cooler shelving, prep table lower shelving not clean, need cleaning. Non food contact surfaces of pop dispensing unit, rear storage shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).

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

Floors in rear prep area under shelving/racks not clean, need cleaning(corners), floors in bathrooms need detailed cleaning(corners).

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

Wall by prep table in rear kitchen prep area not clean, needs cleaning, damaged/stained ceiling tile outside bathroom shall be replaced/repaired.

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

Light shields in front, rear kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.

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

Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, kitchen prep areas, not clean, need cleaning(detailed), exhaust vents in bathrooms, rear dining area need cleaning.

NOV 10
2011
PASSED
0 violations

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