FEB 9
2026
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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SUNNY SUB.
BEAT. 23/100
5140 W MADISON ST · AUSTIN, CHICAGO
Last inspected February 9, 2026 · passed
Failed 8 of 23 inspections. 10 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
23
13 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 8 failed
VIOLATIONS
124
includes 10 critical
RECORDS COVER
11 YEARS
since Mar 2014
INSPECTION HISTORY
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED TONG HANDLES LAYING ON PEPPERS AND 2 0Z PLASTIC CONTAINERS USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS AND STORE HANDLES ABOVE FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED DEEP GROOVED AND STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD DEBRIS ANS DUST BUILDUP ON COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
FEB 22026FAILED10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 2
2026
FAILED
10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
OBSERVED TONG HANDLES LAYING ON PEPPERS AND 2 0Z PLASTIC CONTAINERS USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS AND STORE HANDLES ABOVE FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED DEEP GROOVED AND STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD DEBRIS ANS DUST BUILDUP ON COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, DUST BUILDUP, FOOD SPLATTER AND STAINS ON WALLS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AND FLOORS IN ALL AREAS.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
JUL 292025PASS W/ CONDITIONS7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 29
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN WINGS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 49°F IN A THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 20LBS OF CHICKEN AT $50. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE HELD AT A TEMPERATURE OF 41°F AND BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
OBSERVED CHICKEN BEING THAWED IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN HOT WATER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THAWING MAY ONLY OCCUR UNDER REFRIGERATION OR RUNNING COLD WATER.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBERVED EXTERIOR MAIN DOOR OPEN AND EXTERIOR SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN SCREEN DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED GASKET ON COLD HOLD UNITS TO BE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED ALL COLD HOLD UNITS, GASKETS, PREP TABLES IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING DUT OT BUILD UP OF GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED GRIME AND BUILD ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS/LITTER ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHT IN REAR STORAGE/DISH WASHING AREA. OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT ON COLD HOLD UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPIR LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN.
DEC 182024PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
DEC 18
2024
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLING UNITS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-102.11 OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED INSIDE THE COOLING UNIT IN GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE FOOD-GRADE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO STORE FOOD INSIDE
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-101.19 OBSERVED CARDBOARD LINERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN COOLING UNITS ON SHELVING RACKS OF PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE
DEC 112024FAILED6 violationsDETAILS
DEC 11
2024
FAILED
6 violationsDETAILS
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLING UNITS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED CLOTHING ARTICLES 2 PAIR PANTS AND SHIRT STORED HANGING ON HOOK ON WALL NEXT TO PREP TABLE, FREEZER AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLOTHING ARTICLES AND DESIGNATE SPACE FOR EMPLOYEE ITEMS IN ORDER TO PREVENT MISCELLANEUS SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED INSIDE COOLING UNIT IN GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO STORE FOOD INSIDE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CARDBOARD LINERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN COOLING UNITS ON SHELVING RACKS OF PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE NOT MAINTAINED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED LIDS WIDE OPEN AND GARBAGE BAGS OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. LIDS MUST REMAIN TIGHT FITED AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (b). CITATION ISSUED.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2578460 ON JULY 11,2023. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... 41)OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES. 49)OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 55)FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS. OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING 56)OBSERVED TWO MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. OBSERVED 3 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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JUL 112023PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
JUL 11
2023
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED TO-GOS STORED FACING UP ON SHELF IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED TWO MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED 3 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
MAR 152023PASS W/ CONDITIONS10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 15
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF VERIFIABLE HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED LOUR OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED TO-GOS STORED FACING UP ON SHELF IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BACK STORAGE AREA BY FURNACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, UTILITY AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED ONE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
AUG 22021PASSED1 violation1 CRITICALDETAILS
AUG 2
2021
PASSED
1 violation1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING DOOR FRAME. OBSERVED GAPS OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2" FROM BOTTOM OF DOOR, SIDES, AND TOP. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS OR NEW DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
JUL 262021FAILED2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 26
2021
FAILED
2 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING DOOR FRAME. OBSERVED GAPS OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2" FROM BOTTOM OF DOOR, SIDES, AND TOP. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS OR NEW DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORES FROM REPORT DATED 2/25/2020 NOT CORRECTED: #47 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #49 OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. #55 OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
JUN 242021FAILED9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 24
2021
FAILED
9 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST READ AND SIGN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES: CHICKEN (69.6F), TOMATO (60.2F) AND YOGURT SAUCE (59.1F). DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 8 POUNDS OF FOOD PRODUCTS AT A COST OF $50. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF PREP COOLER (59.7F). ALL COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT MUST HOLD AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED FOR REINSPECTION. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED HANGING THERMOMETER IN PREP COOLER INACCURATELY READING AIR TEMPERATURE AND TWO METAL STEM THERMOMETERS INSIDE PREP COOLER INACCURATELY READING FOOD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE HANGING THERMOMETER AND CALIBRATE METAL STEM THERMOMETERS FOR ACCURATE READINGS.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING DOOR FRAME. OBSERVED GAPS OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2" FROM BOTTOM OF DOOR, SIDES, AND TOP. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS OR NEW DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED WATER SQUIRTING AND LEAKING FROM BASE OF FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON CAULK AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ALSO HANGING FROM WALL DUE TO MISSING SCREWS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPPING, COOKING AND SERVING FOOD WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. ALL FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEES MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORES FROM REPORT DATED 2/25/2020 NOT CORRECTED: #47 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #49 OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. #55 OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
MAR 32020PASSED7 violationsDETAILS
MAR 3
2020
PASSED
7 violationsDETAILS
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOLCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLER UNITS.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH LAYING ON THE COUNTER, TOP OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREPPING TABLE. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
FEB 252020FAILED9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 25
2020
FAILED
9 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED FACILITY WITH USE OF THE SAMPLE CLEAN UP POLICY PROVIDED FROM CDPH WEBSITE AND NO SUPPLIES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE A COMPLETED POLICY REFLECTING THE SUPPLIES INCLUDED IN SAMPLE POLICY. MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY OF BOTH A COMPLETED POLICY REFLECTIVE SET OF SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND/OR DIARRHEA TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOLCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLER UNITS.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH LAYING ON THE COUNTER, TOP OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREPPING TABLE. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED FOIL ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEING USED AS LINER AROUND THE STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH FOOD GRADE MATERIAL OR REPLACE.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
JUL 172019PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JUL 17
2019
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED FOODS STORED IN BAGS,BOXES AND #10 CANS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG OR CONTAINER.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN AND DEFROST ALL DEEP FREEZER TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AND FOOD DEBRIS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER HAS NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
APR 62018PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
APR 6
2018
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REMOVE THE CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLES AND INSIDE OF CHEST FREEZER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYERS, CHEST FREEZERS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STEAM TABLE.
MAR 292018FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAR 29
2018
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
OBSERVED FOOD WASTE, DEBRIS AND GARBAGE AROUND THE GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTERS AND OUTSIDE OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED PIZZA PUFFS STORED IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH A CARDBOARD BOX IN THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTACT SURFACES FOR ALL FOODS. REMOVE THE CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLES AND INSIDE OF CHEST FREEZER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYERS, CHEST FREEZERS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA IS SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR SO THAT THE SINK DRAINS PROPERLY.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
JUN 82017PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JUN 8
2017
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
NOTED FOOD STORED IN #10 CANS. MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
NOTED THE EXTERIOR DOOR AND INTERIOR SHELVING OF REACH IN COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOORS NEED CLEANING BEHIND,AROUND AND UNDERNEATH HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT PREP AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS,GREASE AND DEBRIS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. NOTED WALLS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA DIRTY WITH FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
SEP 262016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
SEP 26
2016
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD AT THE PREP COOLER,HAS DARK DEEP SEAMS,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES
JAN 192016PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
JAN 19
2016
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZERS IN REAR OF PREMISES OF HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE REAR OF PREMISES,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL NEAR THE HOT HOLDING UNITS IN THE PREP AREA,OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPILLS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD COVER IN THE PREP AREA
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE IN PREP AREA
OCT 152015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
OCT 15
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FYRERS NOT CLEAN AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACES. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, SINKS, FREEZERS AND PREP TABLES) AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFIED MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
OCT 82015FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OCT 8
2015
FAILED
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED TEN OR MORE FRUIT FLIES FLYING THRU OUT THE PREP AREA BY THE THREE COMP SINK, FRONT COUNTER AREA AND STORAGE SHELF AREA. OBSERVED SIXTY OR MORE INSIDE OF THE LAUNDRY BAG OF SOILED TOWELS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR FRUIT FLIES. OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP UNDERNEATH THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR WHERE THE WEATHER STRIP WAS IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FYRERS NOT CLEAN AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACES. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, SINKS, FREEZERS AND PREP TABLES) AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENT INSIDE OF THE WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
THE SET OF LIGHTS ABOVE THE PREP TABLE AND DEEP FREEZER NEED SHIELDS; PROVIDE SHIELDS FOR THIS SET OF LIGHTS.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFIED MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
JAN 82015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
JAN 8
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
OBSERVED GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR AND INSIDE THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE SMALL FRYER; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, REAR STORAGE SHELVES AND UNDER FRONT COUNTER.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILES; REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE THREE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK FOR PROPER SET UP TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE.
MAR 242014PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
MAR 24
2014
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE KNIVES DAILY.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
BL ADE ON MEAT SLICER IS RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO PURCHASE NEW BLADE.MUST DETAIL COLD HOLD UNITS, REACH IN COOLER RACKS, AND REMOVE DUCT TAPE FROM DEEP FREEZERS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
BUILD UP OF GREASE ON COLD HOLD UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COVES ALONG BASE OF WALLS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
VENTS COVERS HAS BUILD OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETERS.
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