SEP 13
2016
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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THALI'S RESTAURANT.
YOUR CALL. 52/100
3156 N AUSTIN AVE · PORTAGE PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected September 13, 2016 · passed
8 of 15 inspections passed, 5 failed, 2 passed with conditions. 8 critical violations across the record.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
15
8 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 5 failed
VIOLATIONS
76
includes 8 critical
RECORDS COVER
5 YEARS
since Jan 2011
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
KNIVES STORED BETWEEN WALL AND EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO RESTRICT AND INVEST IN A KNIFE RACK TO PROPERLY STORE KNIVES,
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYER, AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY AND MAINTAIN,
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
STAINED CEILING TILE DINING AND LIGHT SHIELDS REAR KITCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHTS NOT WORKING REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK FRONT PREP AREA, AND NO EXPOSED HAND SINK REAR PREP/DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND PROVIDE ADDITION SINK,
JAN 122016PASS W/ CONDITIONS6 violationsDETAILS
JAN 12
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violationsDETAILS
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDER ISSUED, DATED 05/27/2015, REPORT #1546442, VIOLATION LISTED BELOW: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE WITH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
CHIPPING RAW WOOD SURFACES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL SHELVES, AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INTERIOR OF COOKING FRYER, AND VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, NOT CLEAN INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY AND MAINTAIN,
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR NOT CLEAN UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS, AND IN STORAGE AREAS FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
STAINED CEILING TILE DINING AND LIGHT SHIELDS REAR KITCHEN AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHTS NOT WORKING REAR PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,
MAY 272015PASSED4 violationsDETAILS
MAY 27
2015
PASSED
4 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLER AND FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAG.---------MUST PROVIDE KNIFE RACK FOR PROPER KNIFE STORAGE (NOTED KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN PREP COOLER AND WALL).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
MUST REPLACE OR LEVEL MISSING FLOOR TILE (AROUND GREASE BOX) AND MUST RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAM UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO PREVENT WATER ACCUMULATION.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.---------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
MAY 202015FAILED8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 20
2015
FAILED
8 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
FOUND EVIDENCE OF APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE COCKROACHES IN REAR PREP AREA UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ICE MACHINE, UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND COOLER. ALSO, FOUND APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT STORAGE (NEXT TO SIDE DOOR). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE COOLER AND FREEZER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAG.---------MUST PROVIDE KNIFE RACK FOR PROPER KNIFE STORAGE (NOTED KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN PREP COOLER AND WALL).--------MUST RESEAL WORN OUT CAULKING AROUND HAND SINK INSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD AND GREASE BUILD-UP, STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE 2 WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, FAUCET HANDLE AT 3 COMPARTMENT AND EXPOSED HAND SINK, ELECTRICAL BOX AND CONDUITS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD AND GREASE DEBRIS NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR AREA.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD AND GREASE ACCUMULATION.---------MUST REPLACE OR LEVEL MISSING FLOOR TILE (AROUND GREASE BOX) AND MUST RE GROUT FLOOR TILES WITH DEEP SEAM UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO PREVENT WATER ACCUMULATION.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA INCLUDING WALL INSIDE BASEMENT 2 WALK-IN COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT MUST BE SHIELDED INSIDE MEAT WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT OR PROVIDE SHATTERPROOF LIGHT BULB.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.---------MUST PROVIDE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
FOUND NO EMPLOYEE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON PREMISE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. INFORMATION GIVEN.
SEP 52014PASSED5 violationsDETAILS
SEP 5
2014
PASSED
5 violationsDETAILS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Found some food items not properly dated in reach in cooler, and reach in freezer, must properly date food items in reach in cooler, reach in freezer.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Storage shelving in kitchen prep area that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.Caulk around 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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, rear storage shelving in rear kitchen, bsmt not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in rear storage area under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in prep/dining areas, shall be replaced, walls that had holes, peeling paint behind reach in freezer, and in bsmt prep area shall be repaired/sealed.
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JAN 92014PASS W/ CONDITIONS10 violationsDETAILS
JAN 9
2014
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
10 violationsDETAILS
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD PROPERLY THAWED
FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (CHICKEN) THAWING IMPROPERLY. NOTED FROZEN CHICKEN SITTING ON A PLASTIC TRAY ON TOP OF THE CHEST FREEZER NEAR THE REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED THAWING OF FROZEN FOODS FOR FURTHER PROCESSING MUST BE STORED INSIDE REFRIGERATOR AT 40F OR LESS, OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER AND/OR USE OF MICROWAVE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A).
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAINT WOODEN SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLERS AND IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS ALSO REPAIR/REPLACE WORNED-OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN AREAS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZER,SHELVINGS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS,HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS,WORK TABLE BENEATH GRILL ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE,INTERIOR COMPARTMENTS OF COOKING STOVE/OVEN,DEEP FRYER.INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN BASEMENT. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.-------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS INSIDE (2) WALK-IN COOLERS AND REMOVE DIRTY CARDBOARDS ON FLOORING. THRESHOLD AT REAR EXIT DOOR MUST BE ELEVATED AND REMOVE SNOW/ICE BUILD-UP.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP ARE, INSIDE WALK IN COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE.-------MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI SIGNS ON WALL INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOM AND SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES IN THE TOILET ROOMS.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREAS.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
MENS TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
THERMOMETER IS MISSING INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN VISIBLE AT ALL TIMES. A METAL STEM THERMOMETER IS NEEDED FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND REORGANIZE.ARTICLES THAT ARE USED MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
MAY 32013FAILED7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
MAY 3
2013
FAILED
7 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
Found/observed garbage dumpster overflowing with garbage,garbage bags stacked up outside premises at time of inspection.Citation issued 7-38-020.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint, exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, walk in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in bsmt storage areas need cleaning(corners).
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area shall be replaced, walls, ceilings in bsmt storage areas that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning, light shields in dining areas need cleaning.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Exhaust vents(ventilation) in kitchen area, walk in cooler not clean, need cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in bathrooms not clean, need detailed cleaning.
OCT 32012PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
OCT 3
2012
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE WORN OUT CAULKING WITH GAP/OPENING, CLEAN AND RE CAULK BEHIND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES IN BASEMENT BY HOT WATER TANK. (NOTED WATER SEEPING FROM WALL. MUST REPAIR).
SEP 252012FAILED11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 25
2012
FAILED
11 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
FOUND NO HAND WASH SOAP AVAILABLE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. (EMPLOYEE BOUGHT LIQUID HAND WASH SOAP FROM STORE). CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD PROPERLY THAWED
FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (CHICKEN) THAWING IMPROPERLY. NOTED FROZEN CHICKEN SITTING IN BUCKET WITH WATER BY 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED THAWING OF FROZEN FOODS FOR FURTHER PROCESSING MUST BE STORED INSIDE REFRIGERATOR AT 40F OR LESS, OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER AND/OR USE OF MICROWAVE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 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
OBSERVED OVER 4 LIVE COCKROACHES IN BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
FOUND GARBAGE AND GREASE METAL CONTAINER IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA NOT CLEAN. NOTED EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE SAID GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH DRIED GREASE AND GREASE HANGING AROUND. ALSO FOUND OVERFLOWING GARBAGE DUMPSTER NEXT TO GREASE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN FOOD PREP AREA.---------KNIVES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED IN A KNIFE RACKS (NOTED SOME KNIVES STORED IN BETWEEN WALL AND COOLER BEHIND SERVICE LINE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZER, EXTERIOR SIDE SURFACES OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. EXTERIOR SURFACES OF GREASE BOX UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, WOODEN SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN BASEMENT. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.-------MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS INSIDE (2) WALK-IN COOLER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP ARE, INSIDE WALK IN COOLER WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLAGE.-------MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI SIGNS ON WALL INSIDE MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOM.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT MEN'S TOILET ROOM DOOR.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.----------MUST FIX SLOW DRAINING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND REORGANIZE. USABLE ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING.
DEC 292011PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
DEC 29
2011
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor in basement and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to replace all missing and damaged ceiling tile. Newly installed raw wood door of storage room not sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
DEC 152011PASSED2 violationsDETAILS
DEC 15
2011
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor in basement and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to replace all missing and damaged ceiling tile. Newly installed raw wood door of storage room not sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
DEC 82011FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 8
2011
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
Outer openings not protected or rodent proofed. Rear exit door has 1/4 inche gap opening in lower left corner. Lower left corner frame is completely rusted-out. Instructed to repair frame and rodent proof to prevent rodent and insect entry. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Foods stored inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor in basement and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and remove food debris.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Ceiling tile not maintained through-out premises. Instructed to replace all missing and damaged ceiling tile. Newly installed raw wood door of storage room not sealed. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Adequate light not provided in basement prep area. Instructed to replace non-working bulbs. Storage room in basement not provided with light. Instructed to install light fixture.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Two compartment sink in basement hot water handle broken. Instructed to repair/replace handle. Overhead drainline pipe in basement and hot water tank leaking. Instructed to repair to prevent leak.
JAN 182011PASSED1 violationDETAILS
JAN 18
2011
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
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JAN 112011FAILED7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
JAN 11
2011
FAILED
7 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Hand washing facilities not provided with soap. Exposed hand sink in prep area not provided with liquid soap for proper hand washing for food handlers. Instructed that hand soap must be provided at exposed hand sink at all times. Critical citation issued 7-38-030.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
No pest control log book provided or maintained on premises. Establishment has Terminix Pest COntrol, however company only provided service invoice. Instructed that a pest control log book must be maintained for establishment and have all required documents. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
No certified food manager on premises or certificate posted when potenially hazardous foods are served-beans at 150.2 F. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on premises at all times and have a City of Chicago certified manager certificate posted. Seriuos citation issued 7-38-012.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Floor not cleaned behind equipment or maintained in basement. Instructed to detail clean floor through out and reseal floor in basement.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Light not working under exhaust hood. Instructed to replace non-working bulb.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Thermometer not working in basement walk-in cooler. Instructed to provided thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Food handlers and employees in prep area not wearing hair restraints. Instructed that all employees in prep area must have on proper hair restraints.
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