SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

THE BOILER ROOM.

BEAT. 18/100

2210-2212 N CALIFORNIA AVE · LOGAN SQUARE, CHICAGO

Last inspected July 29, 2022 · passed

Failed 7 of 21 inspections. 18 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
21
11 passed · 3 w/ conditions · 7 failed
VIOLATIONS
108
includes 18 critical
RECORDS COVER
12 YEARS
since Jun 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

JUL 29
2022
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

6-501.19 OBSERVED THE 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS WITHOUT A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

6-501.11 REPAIR THE BOTTOM OF THE CORNER WALL AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE PIZZA STATION. REPLACE THE MISSING WALL TILES AND SEAL THE HOLES IN THE WALLS OF THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA.

JUL 21
2022
FAILED
7 violations4 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT THE PIZZA PREP STATION NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. UTENSILS WERE STORED INSIDE OF THE HAND WASHING SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE ANY UTENSILS IN THE HAND WASHING SINKS AND THAT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AVAILABLE AT THE FOLLOWING EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS: AT THE PIZZA PREP STATION, BEHIND THE BAR, IN THE DISH WASHING ROOM, AND THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND TOWELS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). SEE VIOLATION #10 ABOVE FOR CITATION.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM THE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED THE 2ND FLOOR EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS WITHOUT A SELF-CLOSING DOOR DEVICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

REPAIR THE BOTTOM OF THE CORNER WALL AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE PIZZA STATION. REPLACE THE MISSING WALL TILES AND SEAL THE HOLES IN THE WALLS OF THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.

MAY 27
2021
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
4 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSFacility Condition
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO SELL BY DATE MARKING ON SOME TCS FOODS (PORK MEATBALLS, BLANCHED FRIES, COOLED DOWN CHICKEN) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF 1-DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE SELL BY DATE ON LABELS OF TCS FOODS HELD LONGER THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL SAID TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILLY DISCARDED.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED 1/2 GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE DOUBLE DOOR SWEEPS. MUST RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS.

MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

PREP AREA 1-DOOR REACH IN COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS NOT TIGHT FITTEED, LOOSE AT EDGES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER SAID REACH IN COOLER RUBBER DOOR GASKET MUST BE TIGHT FITTED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES IN WOMENS AND EMPLOYEES WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.

MAY 22
2019
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Violation Codes: 3-307.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE NEXT TO SMALL PREP COOLER ON 1ST FL. PREP AREA

MAY 15
2019
FAILED
9 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED OUTDATED DATE MARKINGS ON TCS READY TO EAT FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS SUCH AS 4.5LBS. SLICED MEATBALLS 5/11,2.5 LBS. SLICED CHICKEN 5/14,13LBS. GROUND SAUSAGE 5/12,4 LBS. COOKED BACON 5/14,3LBS. COOKED MACARONI 5/10,4LBS.COOKED MACARONI 5/12,1LB. SALTAN 12/27 & 2/4,1.5LBS. GROUND SALTAN NO DATE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS AND ROTATE FOODS DAILIY AND DISCARD.APPX.33.5LBS.$65.70(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPING ON FLOOR INSIDE OF 1ST FL. METER CLOSET IN BETWEEN ARTICLES ,ON FLOOR NEXT TO ATM MACHINE IN DINING AREA,ON 2ND FL. LIQUOR STORAGE AREA ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDER SHELVING UNITS AND PALLET. ALSO. APPX.30 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND CRAWLING ON ICE BIN AND A GAP IN BETWEEN BAR AND BAR TAP,FLYING AROUND IN DISH WASHING AREA AND ON UPPER WALLS IN DINING AREA.SEAL GAP AT BAR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/15/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK IN 2ND FL. PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINET AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER COOLERS IN 1ST FL. PREP AREA AND 2ND FL. PREP AREAS UNDER SHELVING UNITS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE NEXT TO SMALL PREP COOLER ON 1ST FL. PREP AREA.

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN DISH WASHING AREA.

MINORFacility Condition
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2252784 1/18/19 NOT CORRECTED#38-STILL FINDING AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY DOOR AND 2ND FL. DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.#58-STILL OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR A FEW FOOD MANAGERS.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)

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JAN 18
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
9 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

Violation Codes: 2-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA ON SITE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Violation Codes: 3-602.11(A; B:1-4,6,7; C; D) Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY AND REAR 2ND FL. DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING

MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2ND FL. 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON PIZZA PREP COOLER

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON DISH RACKS

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN BUILD UP FROM FLOOR NEAR FLOOR DRAINS UNDER 3- COMP SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Violation Codes: PA 100-0367 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A FEW FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE TO VIEW .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

JAN 10
2019
FAILED
11 violations5 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

PIC DOESN'T DEMOMSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD OPERATION.MUST PROVIDE .(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA ON SITE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

SERIOUSFood Storage & Handling
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED NO DATE MARKING ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE OF COOLERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND REACH IN FREEZER,HOT WATER TANK ROOM AND LOWER VANITY UNDER HAND SINK IN TOILETROOM ON 2ND FL.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/10/19.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

CRITICALPest Activity
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY AND REAR 2ND FL. DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

MINORSanitation
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2ND FL. 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON PIZZA PREP COOLER.

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON DISH RACKS.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN BUILD UP FROM FLOOR NEAR FLOOR DRAINS UNDER 3- COMP SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED A FEW FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE TO VIEW .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

JUL 11
2017
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE 2-DOOR FRONT PREP COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA IN THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AT DRAINING SLOW IN 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAINED.

MAY 16
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE 2-DOOR FRONT PREP COOLER. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA IN THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

OBSERVED ITEMS NOT ELEVATED 6INCHES OFF FLOOR INSIDE LIQUOR ROOM IN THE 2ND FLOOR. MUST ELEVATE AND MAINTAIN.

APR 25
2016
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET AT DOOR OF WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

NOTED CRACKS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE DISH WASHING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BY THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPest Activity
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

NOTED CLUTTER AT THE EXTERIOR DRY STORAGE ON THE SECOND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST.

APR 20
2015
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP IN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS AT 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR PANELS OF ICE MACHINE IN REAR PREP AREA.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR DISHWASHINGB AREA AND REAR PREP AREA. DRAINING SLOW. MUST REPAIR/MAINTAIN.

MINORFacility Condition
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER NEEDED AT THE 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE/MAINTAIN.

MAY 13
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly dated in reach in freezer, must properly date food items in reach in freezer.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced, reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. storage shelving that had exposed raw wood(2nd floor), shall be repaired/replaced.

MINORSanitation
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(crevices), reach in cooler shelving, rear kitchen storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

Wall/ceilings that had holes, gaps, exposed plaster in 2nd floor kitchen area, shall be repaired/sealed.

MAR 20
2013
PASSED
0 violations
MAR 15
2013
FAILED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MINORSanitation
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

VIOLATION PENDING SEE REPORT#1326268 DATED:3/12/13.

MAR 12
2013
FAILED
10 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST FAX LETTER TO THE CDPH 312-746-4240 OR BY E-MAIL:cdphfood@cityofchicago.org FOR TAG REMOVAL ATT:A.LOPEZ. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENTS.APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS BENEATH THE DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS AND ON SHELVINGS INSIDE THE CLUTTERED LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM,INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK ROOM LOCATED ON THE SECOND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. THE FOLLOWING DOORS NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED REAR BLACK EXIT DOOR,REAR DOUBLE DOORS LEADING TO THE PATIO APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY. ALSO,PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS INCOMPLETE.MUST DETAIL CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS,PROVIDE A CURRENT COPY IDPH LICENSE AND A MAP LOCATOR TO IDENTIFY THE PEST CONTROL SERVICES PROVIDED FOR THIS FOOD ESTABLISHMENT,PEST CONTROL SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED,REMOVE CLUTTER FROM LIQUOR STORAGE.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL/DATE ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN THE REFRIGERATION UNITS.

MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

MUST PROPERLY STORE,INVERT THE CLEAN MULTI-USE KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS POTS/PANS STORED ON SHELVINGS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

A SPLASHGUARD IS NEEDED AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE SECOND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA,REPLACE WORNED-OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA,REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.ALSO,AN ICE BIN COVER IS NEEDED FOR THE ICE BIN NEAR THE BAR.

MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING BAR GUNS AND HOUSINGS ATTACHED(BAR AREA),INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS(KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA),INTERIORS OF BAR COOLERS(BAR AREA),FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER ETC.

MINORSanitation
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN NEED OF FURTHER CLEANING INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES.

MINORSanitation
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

SEAL HOLE AROUND THE PIPE ON WALL INSIDE THE HOT WATER TANK ROOM.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

REMOVE ALL DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS ON VENTILATION COVERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES,AN EXPOSED HANDSINK IS NEEDED AT THE DISHWASHING AREAS WHERE NOTED.

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PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

MUST PROPERLY STORE CLEANING EQUIPMENTS IN A DESIGNATED AREA,SHELVINGS STORING ARTICLES NEAR THE SECOND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA MUST BE 6" OFF FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.

OCT 5
2012
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE SPRAY DEVICE AT TOP LOADING SOFT SERVE MACHINE, TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MACHINE, WITH RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER,

SEP 28
2012
FAILED
9 violations1 CRITICAL
DETAILS
SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, TOP AREA OF MACHINE AND INTERIOR PANELS, APPEARS TO HAVE MOLD BUILD-UP, NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE, AND USE PRE PACKAGE ICE, UNTIL MACHINE IS CLEAN, MACHINE TAGGED, INSTRUCTED TO FAX A LETTER TO CDPH ONCE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CLEAN AND SANITIZE, FAX #312746-4240 SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-005 (A)

CRITICALPest Activity
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK NOT COMPLETE, NO PEST CONTROL BUSINESS LICENSE, TECH LICENSE, CHEMICALS USE, MAP, OR CURRENT PEST CONTROL REPORTS, AND DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF APPROX. 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOORS, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SEAL, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

MUST LABEL ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS SECOND FLOOR PREP AREA

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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE LID COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT BAR AREA

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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

MUST DETAIL CLEAN CUTTING BOARDS, IN FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN AREA

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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT BY COOKING AREA

MINORFood Storage & Handling
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS

MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICES AT ALL BATHROOMS DOORS ON 2ND. FLOOR,

MINORSanitation
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

MUST PROVIDE SPRAY DEVICE AT TOP LOADING SOFT SERVE MACHINE, TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MACHINE, WITH RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER,

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

THERMOMETER NEEDED INSIDE ALL COOLERS

MAY 17
2011
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
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.CLEAN BAR GUNS,HOUSINGS ATTACHED,MANUAL CAN OPENER,POTATO PEELER,DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS,COUNTER TOPS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE BARS ETC.

MINORSanitation
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.UPPER WALLS BY BAR AT WEST AREA MUST REMOVE DUST BUILD UP,SEAL OPENINGS ALONG CORNERS WERE NOTED.

MINOROther
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.THERMOMETER IS NEEDED INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.

MINORPest Activity
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.UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED AT REAR OUTSIDE AREAS MUST BE REMOVED PEST HARBORAGE.

DEC 2
2010
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
* 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. FOUND NO CERT.FOOD MANAGER PRESENT ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN,BEEF,VEGIES. ETC.WERE BEING PREPARED IN KITCHEN AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 INSTRUCTED TO HAVE CERT.MANAGER AVAILABLE ON FACILITY WHILE FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, OR HAVE MORE ENROLL IN SANITATION CLASS.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR RUSTING METAL TOP ON HAND WASH SINK IN GIRLS TOILET IN THE BAR.ALSO FOUND NO LID COVER FOR ICE BINS AT THE BAR,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

MINORSanitation
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. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TOILET BOWL IN GIRLS TOILET BY DINING,AND 3COMP.SINK IN THE BAR WITH DEBRIS.

MINORSanitation
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. OBSERVED DISH WASHER RACKS ON FLOOR AT DISH ROOM,INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE 6" OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

MINOREmployee Hygiene
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. OBSERVED FOODSERVICE EMPLOYEE HANDLING FOOD IN KITCHEN WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINT,INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAIR RESTRAINT ON WHEN FOODS AREBEING HANDLED.

JUN 15
2010
PASSED
0 violations
JUN 10
2010
FAILED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS.

MINORSanitation
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. PROVIDE SCREEN ON WINDOWS IF IT MUST BE LEFT OPEN. SPLASH PROTECTION ON LOWER PART OF DISH MACHINE.

MINORSanitation
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. CLEAN MOP SINK AND 3COMP.SINK.

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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. PROVIDE DRAIN COVERS ON FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. FLOORS IN HOT WATER TANK ROOM ON 2NDFL.

MINORSanitation
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. MUST SEAL OPENING ON WALLS AROUND PIPES IN DISH WASHING ROOM.

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LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. PROVIDE LIGHT WITH PROTECTIVE SHIELD IN WALK IN COOLER,AND REPAIR OPENING ON ELECTRICAL SWITCH IN DIBH ROOM,AND IN DRY STORAGE ROOM ON 2NDFL..

MINORFood Storage & Handling
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. SELF CLOSING DEVICE NEEDED ON TOILET DOORS ON 2NDFL.

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