Chicago Health Dept
333 W NORTH AVE · OLD TOWN, CHICAGO
Passed most recent inspection (Nov 2025).
22 inspections on record since 2010 · Last inspected Nov 2025.
NOTED SPRAYER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HANGING BELOW THE RIM OF THE SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE DEVICE TO HOLD THE SPRAYER ABOVE THE WATER RIM OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
OBSERVED THE WALL COVERING IN THE REST ROOM UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DEBRIS AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND THE LOWER REACH IN UNITS WHERE THE MEAT SLICER AND BREAD OVEN ARE LOCATED. INSTRUCTED TO PULL FROM WALLS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSIIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
EXPIRED ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION PROVIDED ON SITE. ALL CITY/PENDING CITY CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN A VALID FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP AREA DRAINS SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
MUST PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CORNER OF THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. SAID HAND WASHING SINK IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA/ DISH WASHING AREA. EMPLOYEES( IN BACK PREP AREA) HAVE TO WALK FROM ONE ROOM TO THE THE NEXT TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ADDITIONAL HAND WASHING SINK WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, PREPPED TUNA & SLICED PEPPERS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR COCA COLA MACHINE. A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE TOASTING OVEN DURING TIME OF RE-INSPECTION. PRE-PACKAGED DRESSINGS AND SEASONING ARE STORED IN SAID CABINET. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREA 2/8/19. THERE WERE NO CHANGES MADE AT TIME OF RE-INSPECTION 2/15/19. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL.A PRIORITY FOUNDATION ITEM NOT CORRECTED IN THE TIME FRAME SPECIFIED ON THE INSPECTION REPORT SHALL BE CLASSIFIED AS A PRIORITY ITEM. PRIORITY.7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE OR CLEAN UP KIT ON SITE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE CORNER OF THE FRONT PREPARATION AREA. SAID HAND WASHING SINK IS NOT EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. EMPLOYEES( IN BACK PREP AREA) HAVE TO WALK FROM ONE ROOM TO THE THE NEXT TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ADDITIONAL HAND WASHING SINK WITH SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS THAT IS ACCESSIBLE TO THE BACK PREP AREA. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED TCS FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, PREPPED TUNA & SLICED PEPPERS) HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN WALK IN COOLER . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER TO ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CABINET UNDERNEATH THE TOASTING OVEN. PRE-PACKAGED DRESSINGS AND SEASONING ARE STORED IN SAID CABINET. THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREA. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ,7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR COCA COLA MACHINE. A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE MUST BE LOCATED SO IT CAN BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
FOUND NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLEGREN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS.
Observed chipped paint on exterior surface of grease trap. Instructed manager to resurface and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.
Observed grease buildup on exterior surface of grease trap. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
Observed soiled paper towels and toilet tissue on floor in customer restrooms. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
Observed dust accumulation on light shield covers above front counter area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times.
Observed small leak at hand sink faucet neck in customs restroom.Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.
Observed utensils (coffee equipment, spoons, etc.) inside basin of hand sink in front prep area, making it in accessible. Instructed hand sink may only be used for the purpose of washing hands only. Hand sink must be easily accessible at all times. Operator removed items from the hand sink during inspection. Critical violation 7-38-030.
Observed black, slimy, mold like substance around faucet handles in restroom. Must detail clean and sanitize faucet. Must maintain same.
Observed open/uncovered floor drain in restroom. Must provide drain cover to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.
Observed equipment not in use stored in rear prep area. Must remove if not in use to prevent pest harborage.
Observed no proof of food handler training (for 2 female new hires) on site. Must provide proof of food handler training for all employees. Must maintain records on site at all times.
MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS OR SHATTER PROOF BULBS AT THE LIGHT FIXTURES LOCATED ABOVE THE SANDWICH PREP AREA.
MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE FRONT EXPOSED HAND SINK.
FOUND ONE FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBER WITHOUT HIS IDPH FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATE. MUST ALWAYS PROVIDE.
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WORNED OUT WITH DARK STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVER INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN KNOZZLES AT THE FOUNTAIN DRINK STATION AND MAINTAIN.
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS--SANDWICHES ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING HANDLED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012.
FLOOR INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM IS DIRTY.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET ROOM URINAL NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE FRONT 2 DOOR COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES.
NOTED BOTTOM SHELVING INSIDE WALK IN COOLER LINED WITH CARDBOARD PAPER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
CLEAN AND MOP THE FLOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA.
FOUND CUTTING BOARD IN POOR REPAIR FOR LETTUCE SLICER MACHINE.
FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BATHROOM SINK NOT CLEAN.
FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT REAR OF PREMISES.
FOUND 4LBS OF MEAT BALLS AND 5 LBS OF CHICKEN AT TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 110.3F-129.6F HELD IN STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED MGR TO STORE HOT FOODS AT 140F OR HIGHER. FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $10.
NO CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOORS DIRTY BENEATH THE SODA SYRUP STATION AT REAR,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE LIQUID SOAP DISPENSER,TOWEL DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.FOUND MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING.MUST REPAIR,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANIIZED.TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION -MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 FOR TAG REMOVAL.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FOUND FLOORS DIRTY BENEATH THE SODA SYRUP STATION AT REAR,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE LIQUID SOAP DISPENSER,TOWEL DISPENSER FROM WALL ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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.FOUND MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING.MUST REPAIR,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED PREMISES USING PLASTIC CRATES TO ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE ROOM. MUST REMOVE CRATES AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVES IN ORDER TO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL ITEMS.
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL.
The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVES, BEHIND REACH IN FREEZER AND IN WASHROOM AND REMOVE SPILLS.
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. MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREA TO STORE EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS. MUST ALSO REMOVE FOUL ODORS FROM WASHROOM.
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