FEB 7
2017
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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4342 1/2 N ELSTON AVE · AVONDALE, CHICAGO
Last inspected February 7, 2017 · passed
11 of 16 inspections passed, 4 failed, 1 passed with conditions. 4 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
16
11 passed · 1 w/ conditions · 4 failed
VIOLATIONS
69
includes 4 critical
RECORDS COVER
7 YEARS
since Feb 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MUST CLEAN THE FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD -UP. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE INSIDE THE CABINET UNDER THE WASHBOWL SINK INSIDE THE WASHROOM AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DAMAGED CEILING INSIDE THE WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. CEILING VENT COVER INSIDE THE WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE DUST AND MAINTAIN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN THE 3 DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD WITH FACIAL HAIR NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINT TO CONFINE THE HAIR.
MAY 192016PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
MAY 19
2016
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found all bulk items and potentially hazardous foods without labels. Instructed must properly label all bulk items with name, and potentially hazardous prepped items (that will be held for longer than 24 hours) with name and date. Operator labeled all items during inspection. Must maintain at all times.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Found utensils improperly stored inside items in bulk storage containers (flour). Must properly store utensils with handles upright, or outside of bulk food items in a clean container. Must maintain.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Found stained ceiling tiles in the kitchen near the back door. Must replace. Must maintain.
SEP 152015PASSED1 violationDETAILS
SEP 15
2015
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
SEP 42015FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 4
2015
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
OBSERVED FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE IN THE TALL REACH-IN COOLER. RAW BEEF, RAW CHICKEN AND EGGS NOTED ON SEVERAL SHELVES THROUGHOUT BEING STORED OVER PREPARED FOODS AND PREPARED FRESH VEGETABLES. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL RAW MEATS, CHICKEN AND EGGS ON BOTTOM SHELVING. ALL FOODS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
MESH CURTAIN BEING USED AS A SCREEN DOOR DURING THIS INSPECTION FOR KITCHEN EXIT DOOR TO THE ALLEY WITH OPEN SIDES AND BOTTOM. NOT TIGHT FITTING. MUST PROVIDE A SCREEN DOOR THAT IS TIGHT FITTING ON ALL SIDES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED IE: CHICKEN STOCK ON STOVE TOP AT 175.7F. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE KITCHEN MUST BE REPLACED.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS MUST NOT BE STORED IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
ONLY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL IN THE FOOD-PREP AREA
UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA IE: CHILDREN ENTERING AND EXITING THROUGHOUT THE OPEN KITCHEN DOOR TO THE ALLEY.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
NO IDPH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.
DEC 52014PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
DEC 5
2014
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND AROUND 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN PREP/COOKING AREA.------------INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE FREEZER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES INSIDE WASHROOM AND MISSING CEILING TILE ABOVE REAR PREP AREA.
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MAY 72014PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 7
2014
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE AND GREASE AROUND REAR PREP AREA.-----------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHT SHIELD WITH DEBRIS ABOVE PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.-------MUST PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
MAY 292013FAILED1 violation1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 29
2013
FAILED
1 violation1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
PREMISE FAIL TO PROVIDE WRITTEN PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. CITATION ISSUED;(7-38-020 SERIOUS).
MAR 262012PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
MAR 26
2012
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Above violation still remaining.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Above violation still remaining.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Above violation still remaining.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Above violation still remaining.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Above violation still remaining.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Above violation still remaining.
FEB 212012PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
FEB 21
2012
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Above violation still remaining.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Above violation still remaining.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Above violation still remaining
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Above violation still remaining.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Above violation still remaining.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Above violation still remaining.
FEB 92012FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FEB 9
2012
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Found/observed front entrance door not rodent proofed, door had 1/4 inch gap on bottom of door, shall be repaired. Citationissued#H000072746, with a court date of 3/20/2012, at 400 w superior in room #112 at 2:00PM.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Cooler shelving/racks that had rust/peeling paint,shall be repaired/replaced. Exposed raw wood in front prep area cabinets shall be repaired/sealed.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), kitchen storage shelving/racks not clean had grease build up, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors in front counter areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in kitchen prep area under prep tables, cooking equipment need cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls that had peeling paint in kitchen prep area shall be repaired/sealed, walls in kitchen prep area need cleaning(detailed).
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Broken light shield in kitchen prep area, shall be replaced.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
3 compartment sink faucet leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.exhaust canopy needs cleaning, mgmt was advice to increase service to at least 2 times a year.
JUL 152011PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUL 15
2011
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND COOLER IN FRONT COUNTER AT 55.5F,NO POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE ONLY SODA AND BOTTLED WATER, NO CITATION ,TAG COOLER MUST BE 40F OR BELOW,MUST FAX LETTER TO CDPH 312-746-4240 WHEN COOLER HAS BEEN FIXED; FRONT COUNTER SERVES COFFEE WITH MILK,AT THIS TIME ,MILK WAS STORED IN THE PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. COOKING HOOD,FILTER FULL OF GREASE.VERY DIRTY ,MUST CALL SERVICE FOR DETAIL CLEANING; WORN OUT WEATHER STRIP ON CORNER OF FRONT DOOR MUST BE REPLACED; VENT COVER IN TOILET DIRTY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; AIR VENTS IN 2 DOOR COOLER UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. COFFEE SHELVES,SHELVES FOR INGREDIENTS UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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. FLOORS UNDER MOPSINK,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MISSING BASEWALL TILES IN TOILET MUST BE REPLACED
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN FRONT COOLER
DEC 212010PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
DEC 21
2010
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Sinks, exterior between equipment, cutting boards, cooler and storage shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling not maintained in dining area. Instructed to repair and repaint ceiling.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
Toilet room door not self-closing. Instructed to install self closing device.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Drainline under hand sink in toilet room leaking. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
JUL 22010PASSED6 violationsDETAILS
JUL 2
2010
PASSED
6 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods inside coolers not properly labeled. Instructed to write name of foods on exterior of container when not in original.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Storage shelves inside cabinets in front not maintained. Instructed to detail clean and reseal surface.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Sinks, cooking equipment, utensils and equipment, coolers, interior storage cabinets and prep counters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to replace damaged floor tile in toilet room and prep area. Must detail clean floor along wallbase and behind all equipment.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls not maintained in prep area. Instructed to detail clean walls behind equipment and/or repaint. Light and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Sink stoppers not provided at three compartment sink. Instructed to provide stoppers for wash and sanitze compartment. Utility sink installed next to stove not protected. Instructed to install shield between stove and utility non-absorbant material
JUN 172010FAILED7 violationsDETAILS
JUN 17
2010
FAILED
7 violationsDETAILS
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 in prep area, water slow draining up the other two compartments and not properly draining waste water from middle compartment. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and/or repair to prevent inadequate waste water disposal. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods inside coolers not properly labeled. Instructed to write name of foods on exterior of container when not in original.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Storage shelves inside cabinets in front not maintained. Instructed to detail clean and reseal surface.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Sinks, cooking equipment, utensils and equipment, coolers, interior storage cabinets and prep counters not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to replace damaged floor tile in toilet room and prep area. Must detail clean floor along wallbase and behind all equipment.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Walls not maintained in prep area. Instructed to detail clean walls behind equipment and/or repaint. Light and ventilation covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Sink stoppers not provided at three compartment sink. Instructed to provide stoppers for wash and sanitze compartment. Utility sink installed next to stove not protected. Instructed to install shield between stove and utility non-absorbant material.
FEB 172010PASSED3 violationsDETAILS
FEB 17
2010
PASSED
3 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Deep fryer equipment, sandwich grill, stove, exhaust hood filter, storage cabinet and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and replace any missing or broken floor tile.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Light covers in prep area not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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