SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

THE MECCA RESTAURANT.

BEAT. 41/100

6666 N NORTHWEST HWY · EDISON PARK, CHICAGO

Last inspected April 10, 2019 · passed with conditions

Failed 2 of 13 inspections. 7 critical violations on the cumulative record. Pattern of issues, not a one-off.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
13
9 passed · 2 w/ conditions · 2 failed
VIOLATIONS
83
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
9 YEARS
since Apr 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

APR 10
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
20 violations3 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALDocumentation & Training
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-7-38.010-NO CITATION ISSUED)

CRITICALSanitation
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS

OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP KIT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID PROCEDURE ALONG WITH REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR CLEAN-UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

ALL HAND WASHING SINK SHOULD BE PROPERLY MARKED

SERIOUSFood Temperature
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

NOTED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN USE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZE (CHLORINE) AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 00 PPM DUE TO MISSING SANITIZING SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY SANITIZING DISHES.MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR MAINTENANCE PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025

SERIOUSChemical Safety
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

OBSERVED TCS FOODS ON SITE (SLICED TOMATOES, BEEF, MEAT LOAF MEATS) WITH NO DATE MARKING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELING ON ALL TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS WITH A 7 DAY DISCARD DATE. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)7-38-005

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER OF RAW AND UNDER COOKED FOODS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED) STATEMENT THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

MINORChemical Safety
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS WITH PRODUCT NAME AND/OR PREPARED BY DATE INCLUDING BULK FOOD CONTAINERS.

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

MUST KEEP COVERED ALL PREPARED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN WALK IN COOLER

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

MUST REPAIR ALL DAMAGED AND BROKEN DOOR SEALS ON REACH IN COOLING UNITS

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

MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTED AND DAMAGED SHELVING IN WALK IN COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER BY WALK IN .

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN TOP OF EQUIPMENT (DISH MACHINE, REFRIGERATORS) FROM ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND FOOD DEBRIS

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED AT ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICES OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT SO IT MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

MUST PROVIDE TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE WITH COVER FOR SANITARY NAPKINS IN LADY'S BATHROOM

SERIOUSSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED THE FOLLOWING:FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISE ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT WITH DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS, WALLS WITH FOOD DIRT AND FOOD SPILLS -CRACKS ON THE WALLS INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REPAIR ALL DAMAGED WALLS , MUST UPGRADE HOUSEKEEPING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED AND DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN KITCHEN AND FOOD STORAGE AREA,BROKEN FLOOR TILE IN FRONT OF WALK IN COOLER,BY REAR EXIT DOOR, AND UNDER DISH MACHINE

MINORPest Activity
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVES, FLOORS INSIDE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST REPAIR DAMAGED WALLS BY WATER HEATER.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

MUST CLEAN AND PROTECT CABLES AND UTILITY LINES IN KITCHEN AREA ESPECIALLY DUSTY ONES OVER FOOD PREP AREA

MINORFacility Condition
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

MUST PROVIDE PROPER INTENSITY OF LIGHT OVER FOOD PREP AREA

MINOROther
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.

NOV 30
2017
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

Observed bread being stored inside plastic grocery bags. Instructed facility to store all food in food grade materials only and to maintain. Instructed facility to install covers for the ice bins at the bar and to maintain. Covers should be tight fitting, non-porous, and smooth and easily cleanable.

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

Observed the walk in cooler fanguards to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed dirt and debris on the floor in various areas: under cooking equipment, ice machine, freezers, at the bar area, and under rear storage shelves. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed the kitchen bathroom sink faucet to have a leak. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

MINORSanitation
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED

Observed ice scoops stored inside ice bins. Instructed facility to store in a separate and sanitary manner and to maintain.

MAR 14
2017
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
7 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

Found no sanitizing solution for the dish machine in the kitchen and no alternate means of sanitizing utensils in kitchen at time of inspection. Operator purchased additional sanitizer and installed during inspection. Instructed facility that all dishes and utensils must be washed, rinsed, and sanitized properly. Critical violation 7-38-030.

CRITICALFood Temperature
WATER SOURCE: SAFE, HOT & COLD UNDER CITY PRESSURE

No hot water in kitchen prep area (exposed handsink, 1 compartment sink, and dishmachine) upon arrival for inspection. Observed water temperature at 47.9f. Instructed facility that hot and cold water under city pressure must be maintained at all times. Plumber arrived on site during inspection and repaired hot water heater to restore water temperature to 111.4f. Critical violation 7-38-030.

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

Observed the interior surfaces of coolers and freezers throughout to have dirt and debris accumulation. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize and maintain. Observed the soda gun nozzles at the bar to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.

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

Observed dirt and debris accumulated on floors at the bar along wall base and behind equipment, under and around all cooking equipment and fixtures in kitchen, and throughout rear storage area along wall bases and under and around equipment and fixtures. Instructed facility to clean and maintain all.

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

Observed grease accumulation on the exhaust hood and filters in the kitchen. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the wall behind the dish machine to have dirt and food debris accumulated. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed peeling paint on the ceiling by the rear storage area. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.

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

Observed the self closing device on the kitchen washroom door to be broken. Instructed facility to repair/replace and maintain.

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

Observed the office in the rear of facility to be cluttered. Instructed facility to clean and organize to eliminate potential pest harborage and facilitate proper cleaning methods.

DEC 1
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

NOV 22
2016
FAILED
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSPest Activity
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 1932044 ISSUED ON 06-02-2016. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #33 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY SIDES WITH EXCESSIVE DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE. #34 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA AND FLOORS BEHIND BAR ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.----------NOTED GAP/OPENING BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL. MUST INSTALL FLOOR BASEBOARD. #35 - INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD WALL AND CEILING INSIDE LIQUOR ROOM IN REAR AREA (BY EXIT DOOR). MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #36 - LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. #37 - INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR AREA (BY PREP/COOKING AREA) #41 - INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INSIDE BOILER CLOSET.

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

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID/COVER FOR (2) ICE BIN BEHIND BAR.------- MUST TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF WALK-IN COOLER (CEILING,WALLS, FLOORS AND STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP).

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

INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN REAR PREP/COOKING AREA.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.

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JUN 2
2016
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY SIDES WITH EXCESSIVE DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH FOOD DEBRIS, KITCHEN HOOD FILTERS AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISH MACHINE.

MINORSanitation
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 IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA AND FLOORS BEHIND BAR ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.----------NOTED GAP/OPENING BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BEHIND ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL. MUST INSTALL FLOOR BASEBOARD.

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

INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR PAINT RAW WOOD WALL AND CEILING INSIDE LIQUOR ROOM IN REAR AREA (BY EXIT DOOR). MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED

LIGHT BULBS MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

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

INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR AREA (BY PREP/COOKING AREA)

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

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INSIDE BOILER CLOSET.

JUN 4
2015
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

VIOLATION #38 NOW CORRECTED.

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

REACH-IN COOLER DOORS NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TAPE AND REPLACE WORN GASKETS.

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

COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE FOIL ON EQUIPMENT.

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

FLOOR UNDER AND BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLBASE THROUGH-OUT STORAGE AND PREP AREA NOT AMINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILE.

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

VENTILATION FAN INSIDE EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FAN.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.

MAY 27
2015
FAILED
10 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALPlumbing & Waste
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED

HANDSINK NOT CONVENIENT OR MAINTAINED. HANDSINK INTO EMPLOYEES TOILET NOT PROVIDED WITH HOT RUNNING WATER. HOT WATER IS AT 60.2F. INSTRUCTED THAT HANDSINK MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 85F FOR HOT WATER. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030. CUSTOMER FACILTIES CAN BE USED UNTIL STAFF FACILITIES ARE REPAIRED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION

FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE AND SERVICE. OBSERVED PINK AND BLACK FOREIGN SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR UPPER PANEL COVER, AND ON PARTS COMING INTO CONTACT WITH FRESH ICE BEING MADE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL PARTS OF ICE SANITIZE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005(A).

CRITICALPest Activity
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED

OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE STORAGE CONTAINER NOT CLEANED OR RODENT PROOFED. OBSERVED WASTE GREASE ON TOP OF LID AND ALONG SIDES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE BOX TO PREVENT RODENT OR INSECT ENTRY. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED: 8/21/2014, REPORT #1424453: 38-NO EXPOSED HANDWASHING BOWL AT BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE EXPOSED HANDWASHING BOWL AT BAR WITH RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.

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

MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEOFRE USE.

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

REACH-IN COOLER DOORS NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TAPE AND REPLACE WORN GASKETS. ICE BINS IN BAR NOT PROVIDED WITH COVERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERS FOR ALL ICE BINS.

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

COOKING EQUIPMENT AND PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE FOIL ON EQUIPMENT.

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

FLOOR UNDER AND BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND ALONG WALLBASE THROUGH-OUT STORAGE AND PREP AREA NOT AMINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND REPLACE ALL DAMAGED FLOOR TILE.

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

VENTILATION FAN INSIDE EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FAN.

MINOROther
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET

ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.

AUG 21
2014
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE PREP REACH IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS ALSO OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON WALK IN COOLER FAN COVERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOLERS GASKETS AND FAN COVERS.

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

NO EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL AT BAR ALSO OBSERVED WOMENS WASHROOM HANDWASH BOWL DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST PROVIDE EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL AT BAR WITH RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER ALSO MUST REPAIR SAID WOMENS WASHROOM HANDWASH BOWL.

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

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

MAY 30
2013
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZER AND COOLERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED WITH DATE, NAME OF PRODUCT ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS LABEL FOOD ITEMS DURING STORAGE.

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

NOTED ICE BUILT UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZER AT THE REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE BY THE DISH MACHINE, FLOORS BETWEEN SERVICE COOLER AND STORAGE CABINET AT THE KITCHEN, FLOORS UNDERNEATH COOKING EQUIPMENT, FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AT THE BAR AND FLOORS INSIDE LIQUOR STORAGE AREA AT THE REAR. MUST ALSO CLEAN DRAIN ON FLOOR AT THE BAR AREA

MAY 21
2012
PASSED
7 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, reach in freezer.

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

Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks that had rust, shall be replaced, cooler shelving that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.

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), non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving/racks not clean need cleaning(detailed).

MINORSanitation
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).

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

Ceiling in rear storage areas had exposed wood, shall be repaired/sealed.

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

Light shields in kitchen prep area not clean need detailed cleaning, light shields in bathrooms not clean need detailed cleaning.

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

Exhaust canopy not clean, needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in cooler not clean needs cleaning, employee's bathroom exhaust fan in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.

MAY 10
2011
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

Interior ice machine panel and soda gun holders not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.

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

Floors inside walk-in cooler and rear storage room not maintained. Instructed to replace missing and damaged floor tile with non-porous surface.

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

Walls and ceiling not maintained in rear storage room. Instructed to seal all openings and holes and/or repaint.

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

Hot water pressure low in employees toilet room. Instructed to increase water under city pressure.

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

Stock and supplies in rear storage room not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher off floor and away from wall.

APR 9
2010
PASSED
5 violations
DETAILS
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. MUST REMOVE ALL THE CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A LINER IN THE DRAWER OF THE PREP TABLE. NEED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL THE SHELVE OF THE CHEMICALS IN THE STORAGE AREA.

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

All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL ALL THE EXTERIOR AND SIDES OF THE STOVE, GRILL,DEEP FRYER, BROILER WITH GREASE AND DUST BUILT UP.

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

MUST CLEAN THE FLOOR UNDER THE ICE MACHINE AND REPAIR MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND UNDER ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

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

The walls and ceilings shall be in good repaiBOWLr and easily cleaned. BIG GAP ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE TOILET , WASHROOM (EMPLOYEES WASAHROOM). MUST SEAL THE GAP TO PREVENT INSECTS ENTRANCE TO THE ESTABLISHMENT.

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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. MISSING END CAPS ON THE LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE END CAPS.

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