JUN 26
2013
PASSED
2 violationsDETAILS
SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO
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THE BLACK DUCK.
BEAT. 22/100
1800 N HALSTED ST · LINCOLN PARK, CHICAGO
Last inspected June 26, 2013 · passed
Failed 3 of 7 inspections. 9 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.
THE NUMBERS
INSPECTIONS
7
2 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
46
includes 9 critical
RECORDS COVER
2 YEARS
since Sep 2010
INSPECTION HISTORY
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARD IN FOOD PREP AREA OR REPLACE.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
JUN 192013FAILED6 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
JUN 19
2013
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 TWO LIVE ROACHES IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AROUND FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH FOOD PREP TABLES. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT#1301049 ON 12/28/12 NOT CORRECTED. 33. DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM HORIZONTAL SURFACES IN THE KITCHEN INCLUDING SHELVES, PREP TABLES STEAM TABLES ETC. 38 MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION FOR THE EMPLOYEES RESTROOMS NEXT TO KITCHEN. 41. CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE BASEMENT AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-42-090
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE CUTTING BOARD IN FOOD PREP AREA OR REPLACE.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. REMOVE DIRT GREASE BUILD-UP.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MISSING THERMOMETER INSIDE MEAT COOLER LOCATED IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
DEC 282012PASS W/ CONDITIONS5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 28
2012
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1300957 ON 12/17/12 NOT CORRECTED: 18/01 - OBSERVED LIVE ROACHES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE ROACHES WERE OBSERVED AROUND THE SHELVES OF THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. A TECHNICIAN FROM SMITHEREEN PEST CONTROL ARRIVED ONSITE DURING THE INSPECTION TO PERFORM A PEST CONTROL INSPECTION AND REMOVE ANY INSECTS FROM THE AREA WITH A VACUUM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
SEE VIOLATION #14.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM HORIZONTAL SURFACES IN THE KITCHEN, INCLUDING SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLE, ETC.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION FOR THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM NEXT TO THE KITCHEN.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE BASEMENT, AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES.
DEC 172012FAILED8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
DEC 17
2012
FAILED
8 violations3 CRITICALDETAILS
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 46F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS MEATS AND CHEESES. MANAGER CALLED A TECHNICIAN WHO ARRIVED ONSITE DURING THE INSPECTION TO REPAIR THE COOLER. THE AIR TEMPERATURE IN THE COOLER WAS AT 40.1F BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 43.5F, SCALLOPS AT 44.7F, CHEESES AT 48.3F, STEAKS AT 44.5F, BLUE CHEESE CRUMBLES AT 48.9F, SALAD DRESSING AT 44.7 AND CALAMARI AT 45.5F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 20# OF FOOD WORTH $104. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED LIVE ROACHES IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. 2 LIVE ROACHES WERE OBSERVED AROUND THE FLOOR DRAIN AND IN THE WALL OPENING OF THE KITCHEN. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #154528 ON 9/27/10 NOT CORRECTED: 35/01 - The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. BASEMENT CEILING ABOVE ICE MACHINE WITH HOLES, PEELING PLASTER. MUST REPAIR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE FROM THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM HORIZONTAL SURFACES IN THE KITCHEN, INCLUDING SHELVES, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLE, ETC.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA, BASEMENT AND BEHIND THE BAR. CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE FLOOR DRAIN NEXT TO THE STEAM TABLE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE KITCHEN WALLS ESPECIALLY UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
CLEAN AND ORGANIZE THE BASEMENT, AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES.
OCT 72010PASSED1 violationDETAILS
OCT 7
2010
PASSED
1 violationDETAILS
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. BASEMENT CEILING ABOVE ICE MACHINE WITH CHIPPING AND PEELING PLASTER, MUST SEAL/REPAIR.
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SEP 282010PASS W/ CONDITIONS11 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 28
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
11 violations1 CRITICALDETAILS
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
VIOLATION REMAINS
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
VIOLATION REMAINS
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
VIOLATION REMAINS
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
VIOLATION REMAINS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
VIOLATION REMAINS
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
VIOLATION REMAINS
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
VIOLATION REMAINS
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
VIOLATION REMAINS
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
VIOLATION REMAINS
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
VIOLATION REMAINS
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
VIOLATION REMAINS
SEP 272010FAILED13 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SEP 27
2010
FAILED
13 violations2 CRITICALDETAILS
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY DISPENSING CHLORINE SANITIZER. 0PPM FOUND AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. DISHES INSIDE MACHINE DURING INSPECTION. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND PROPERLY SANITIZING, C.D.P.H. CONTACTED FOR INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL.
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PEST ACTIVITY. 23 FRUIT FLIES AT DISH MACHINE AREA. 20 FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT BAR. 10 LIVE ROACHES IN EMPLOYEE BASEMENT CHANGING AREA. ONE LIVE ROACH ON COOKS LINE. NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK OR REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE A LICENSED PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR ROACHES AND FLIES AND ELIMINATED/MINIMIZE ACTIVITY AND PROVIDE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION.
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. EXPIRED CERTIFICATE OF JESUS GIRON #HWC78943 EXPIRED ON 2-18-09. MUST PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR CURRENT ENROLLMENT TO CLASS.
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
All dish washing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. KITCHEN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOZZLE NOT ABLE TO REACH ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS TO FILL EACH TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE. INSTRUCTED TO USE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM #154906 ON 1-29-09 NOT CORRECTED. #32- MUST DE-FROST BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLER.#33- CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR ICE MACHINE AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT.#35- REPAIR HOLES IN WALLS IN PREP AREA NEXT TO CHEST FREEZER.
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT MUST BE LABELED.
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. MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR BAR ICE BINS.
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. EXTERIOR DEEP FRYER AND LID OF FRYER WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION. INTERIOR OVEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTH.
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. DISH MACHINE FLOOR DRAIN EXTREMELY DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. FLOOR OF LIQUOR ROOM WITH DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND ELEVATE ALL STORED ITEMS 6" OR ABOVE.
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. BASEMENT CEILING ABOVE ICE MACHINE WITH HOLES, PEELING PLASTER. MUST REPAIR.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR BROKEN SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
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. EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS MUST NOT BE STORED IN FOOD PREP AREAS.
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