Topo Gigio Ristorante
Passed most recently but 9 prior failures on record
2025-08-20 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection 2 ▾
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
3-304.12: **C** In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE KITCHEN AND DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND BARS, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AW...
2025-08-12 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 15 ▾
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
NOTED EMPLOYEES DRINKING AND PREPARING FOOD AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AREA FOR EMPLOYEES TO DRINK AND EAT AND NOT AT THE PREP AREAS.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
3-202.18 (A)NOTED SHELLFISH (MUSSELS)IN A CONTAINER INSIDE THE SERVICE PREP COOLER WITH NO IDENTIFICATION TAGS AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. ALSO NOTED CONTAINER OF CLAMS AT SAME WITH MULTIPLE TAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ALWAYS HAVE TAGS ATTACHED TO TH...
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
NOTED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE IN USE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION WAS 00 PPM. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS PROPERLY SANITIZING AT MINIMUM OF 50 PPM.MANAGER IMM...
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
NOTED A THICK BLACK AND SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE UPPER COMPARTMENT AND INNER LINING OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT NOT TO USE ICE MACHINE UNTIL EQUIPMENT IS DETAILLY CLEANED AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. ...
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
NOTED TCS FOODS PREPARED ONSITE AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS AND NO DISCARD DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
NOTED OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE OF THE INSIDE BAR AND OUTSIDE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. PR...
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
NOTED CONTAINERS WITH NO HANDLE USED FOR SCOOPING AND SERVING FOOD AT THE SERVICE PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TONGS, SERVING SPOONS, OR LADLE FOR SCOOPING FOOD.
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE KITCHEN AND DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE MACHINE ON ICE AND INSIDE THE ICE BIN AT THE BAR ON ICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE AN ICE SCOOP HOLDER.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND BARS, INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AW...
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLERS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
NOTED A SLIMY AND GREY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE SODA GUN DISPENSER AT THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
NOTED WASTE WATER COMING OUT FROM THE FLOOR DRAIN BY THE ICE MACHINE ONTO THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA. NO FOOD WAS BEING PREPPED AT THE TIME OF INCIDENCE. MANAGER STATED THAT IT WAS DUE TO THE HEAVY RAINS. INSTRUCTED TO BLOCK...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALLBASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY AT THE BARS AND WHERE RAT DROPPING WERE FOUND.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
NOTED THE FOLLOWINGS: ..MULTIPLE HOLES ON CEILING AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA ..MISSING FLOOR TILES AT THE DISH WASHING AREA AND BY THE HANDWASHING SINK OF THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS WHERE NEEDED ...
2025-05-28 Pass w/ Conditions Short Form Complaint CRITICAL 11 ▾
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
NOTED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED HAMBURGER, SEAFOOD, PASTA ETC. CERTIFICATES ON SITE (SAFE SERVE ARE EXPIRED). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION V...
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED THE MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOMS UP STAIRS WITH MISSING HAND WASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR EACH ONE.
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
NOTED EMPLOYEES AT THE PREP AREA PREPARING FOOD WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS OR PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS OR PROTECTION AT ALL TIMES
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
NOTED SERVING PLATES ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND DINING AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AND DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE GASKET ON THE M3 REFRIGERATOR IN THE BASEMENT COMING LOOSE FROM THE DOOR. (PROPER TEMP) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE INSIDE LIP OF THE ICE MACHINE OPENING IN THE BASEMENT WITH A SUBSTANCE BUILDING UP ON THE EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DRAIN PIPE AT THE ELBOW AND OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LOCATED AT THE SALAD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE WALL COVERING AT THE REAR HAND WASHING SINK BY THE EXIT DOOR COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR INSECTS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVING IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DUST ON THE A/C VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA (ALL) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL VENTS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND FOODS BEING PREPARED IN AREA.
2025-04-22 Pass Canvass CRITICAL 8 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED THE MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOMS UP STAIRS WITH MISSING HAND WASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR EACH ONE.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
OBSERVED SOME OF THE SHELL STOCK TAGS WITHOUT LAST SOLD DATE ON TAGS. INSTRUCTED TO INFORM ALL STAFF TO DATE MARK FROM LAST DATE OF SOLD/USED ON TAG BEFORE STORING.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE GASKET ON THE M3 REFRIGERATOR IN THE BASEMENT COMING LOOSE FROM THE DOOR. (PROPER TEMP) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THE INSIDE LIP OF THE ICE MACHINE OPENING IN THE BASEMENT WITH A SUBSTANCE BUILDING UP ON THE EDGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE REAR DRAIN PIPE AT THE ELBOW AND OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 1 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LOCATED AT THE SALAD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THE WALL COVERING AT THE REAR HAND WASHING SINK BY THE EXIT DOOR COMING LOOSE FROM THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR INSECTS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVING IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DUST ON THE A/C VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA (ALL) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL VENTS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND FOODS BEING PREPARED IN AREA.
2024-08-07 Pass Canvass 7 ▾
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED MULTIPLE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WITHOUT COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME FOR ALL CONTAINERS WITH PRODUCT STORED INSIDE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE GASKET SEALS AT THE TWO DOOR REACH IN UNIT IN THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN BADLY WORN AND THE DOOR HANDLES MISSING EXPOSING SHARP METAL EDGES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE SIDES OF THE COOLING PREP STATIONS IN THE REAR FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE SIDES OF ALL COOKING AND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT F...
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED HAND SINK VERY LOOSE FROM THE WALL AREA IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO THE EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SEALING TIGHT FITTING TO THE WALL.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A LARGE CLUTTER OF ITEMS STORED AT TOP LANDING AREA OF STAIRS LEADING TO THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND INSECTS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD UP OF FOOD DEBRIS, VARIOUS COLORED SUBSTANCES BUILDING UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED HOOD VENTILATION FILTERS IN THE SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN WITH A BUILD UP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
2023-10-18 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 5 ▾
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-202.15: OBSERVED OUTDOOR BAR NEAR ENTRANCE NOT ENCLOSED WHICH ALLOWS FOR OUTDOOR ELEMENTS AND PESTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR BAR SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-304.13: LINENS USED AS NAPKINS FOR CUSTOMER TABLES IS STORED DIRECTLY ON TOP OF FOOD PRODUCTS SUCH AS COOKED VEGETABLES IN COLD HOLDING UNITS. FACILITY MUST REMOVE LINENS THAT IS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH FOOD.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11: OBSERVED BROKEN INTERNAL CHEST FREEZER LID IN BASEMENT NEAR DRY STORAGE. FACILITY MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. - MANAGER PROVIDED INVOICE FOR REPLACEMENT.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
4-603.15: EQUIPMENT (LARGE POTS) USED IN THE FACILITY IS TOO LARGE TO FIT AND FULLY IMMERSE WITHIN THE COMPARTMENTS OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. FACILITY MUST INSTALL A LARGER 3COMPARTMENT SINKTHAT WILL ALLOW ALL EQUIPMENT TO BE IMMERSED, USE SMALL...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13: OBSERVED OPEN GAPS BETWEEN SINK FIXTURES ADJACENT TO WALLS. FACILITY MUST SEAL/CAULK GAP OPENINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY.
2023-08-30 Fail Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 5 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
5-203.11: HANDSINK MISSING ON THE 1ST FLOOR DISH AREA AND MAIN COOKLINE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE HAND SINKS SO THAT IT IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE COOKLINE AND DISH AREA. SEE ABOVE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-304.13: LINENS USED AS NAPKINS FOR CUSTOMER TABLES IS STORED DIRECTLY ON TOP OF FOOD PRODUCTS SUCH AS COOKED VEGETABLES IN COLD HOLDING UNITS. FACILITY MUST REMOVE LINENS THAT IS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH FOOD.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11: OBSERVED BROKEN INTERNAL CHEST FREEZER LID IN BASEMENT NEAR DRY STORAGE. FACILITY MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. - MANAGER PROVIDED INVOICE FOR REPLACEMENT.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
4-603.15: EQUIPMENT (LARGE POTS) USED IN THE FACILITY IS TOO LARGE TO FIT AND FULLY IMMERSE WITHIN THE COMPARTMENTS OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. FACILITY MUST INSTALL A LARGER 3COMPARTMENT SINKTHAT WILL ALLOW ALL EQUIPMENT TO BE IMMERSED, USE SMALL...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13: OBSERVED OPEN GAPS BETWEEN SINK FIXTURES ADJACENT TO WALLS. FACILITY MUST SEAL/CAULK GAP OPENINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY.
2023-08-23 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 14 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWELS NOT PROVIDED FOR THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE. PRIORTY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
HANDSINK MISSING ON THE 1ST FLOOR DISH AREA AND MAIN COOKLINE. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE HAND SINKS SO THAT IT IS EASILY ACCESSIBLE TO THE COOKLINE AND DISH AREA. SEE ABOVE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (c) CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
A SIGN OR POSTER THAT NOTIFIES FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS IS NOT PROVIDED AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS USED BY FOOD EMPLOYEES. PROVIDE A CLEARLY VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGN AT EACH HAND SINK.
FOOD SEPARATED AND PROTECTED
OBSERVED RAW EGSS STORED ABOVE READY-TO-EAT PASTA IN THE 2DOOR STAND UP COOLER ON THE 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN----- AND-----RAW FISH STORED ABOVE READY TO EAT FOODS IN THE 2 DOOR STAND UP COOLER LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR COOKLINE. READY-TO-EAT FOODS MUST BE ...
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ASTERISK STAR FOR RAW FOOD ON MENU (CAESAR SALAD DRESSING THAT CONTAINS RAW EGGS). Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "These items can be served raw or undercooked or contai...
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY OVER 250 SMALL BLACK FLYING INSECTS THROUGHOUT ALL FACILITY (2ND FLOOR BAR/KITCHEN, BASEMENT, 1ST FLOOR DISH AREA/BAR, ENCLOSED GARBAGE AREA, AND OUTDOOR BAR). FACILITY MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY IN THE FACILITY USING PROPER ...
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED OUTDOOR BAR NEAR ENTRANCE NOT ENCLOSED WHICH ALLOWS FOR OUTDOOR ELEMENTS AND PESTS TO ENTER. EXTERIOR BAR SHALL BE: SELF-CLOSING, SOLID AND TIGHT FITTING, AND LIMITED TO DESIGNATED USE.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED COMMERICIAL PACKAGED DRINKS STORED ON THE GOURND IN THE STORAGE CLOSET ON 2ND FLOOR BAR. ITEMS MUST BE AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE GROUND.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
LINENS USED AS NAPKINS FOR CUSTOMER TABLES IS STORED DIRECTLY ON TOP OF FOOD PRODUCTS SUCH AS COOKED VEGETABLES IN COLD HOLDING UNITS. FACILITY MUST REMOVE LINENS THAT IS IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH FOOD.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED BROKEN INTERNAL CHEST FREEZER LID IN BASEMENT NEAR DRY STORAGE. FACILITY MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
EQUIPMENT (LARGE POTS) USED IN THE FACILITY IS TOO LARGE TO FIT AND FULLY IMMERSE WITHIN THE COMPARTMENTS OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. FACILITY MUST INSTALL A LARGER 3COMPARTMENT SINKTHAT WILL ALLOW ALL EQUIPMENT TO BE IMMERSED, USE SMALLER EQUIPME...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED OPEN GAPS BETWEEN SINK FIXTURES ADJACENT TO WALLS. FACILITY MUST SEAL/CAULK GAP OPENINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN THE 2ND FLOOR KTICHEN AREA, BASEMENT, AND 1ST FLOOR DISH AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE PUDDLE OF WATER ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT AND 1ST FLOOR DISH AREA. FACILITY MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
2022-05-10 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 1 ▾
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED 2 CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
2022-05-03 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 11 ▾
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED MANAGER FROM 11:50AM TO 12:20PM WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN WERE PREPARED. AT 12:20PM CERTIFIED MANAGER THOMAS REDA ARRIVED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN EMPLOYEE HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON ...
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS STORED AT THE STATED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN BASEMENT: SHRIMP AT 48.2F AND CALAMARI AT 45.8F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 8LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $...
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED ITEMS SERVED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED, SUCH AS STEAKS AND CHOPS, WITHOUT DISCLOSURE ON LUNCH AND ONLINE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO ADD DISCLOSURE TO ALL VERSIONS OF THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER INSIDE CHICKEN COOLER IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED ICE SCOOPS STORED DIRECTLY IN ICE CHESTS AT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO STORE OUTSIDE OF ICE TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED 2 CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED SLIGHT LEAK COMING FROM WATER LINE ATTACHED TO QUAT SANITIZER DISPENSER IN UPSTAIRS DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES INSIDE BOTH EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS LOCATED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF DUST ON FANS IN BOTH EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS LOCATED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED MAJORITY OF FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ARE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
2020-01-17 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection CRITICAL 2 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN 2ND FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE A WORKING VENTILATION.
2020-01-10 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 9 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN BASEMNT FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATI...
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE. OBSERVED BLACK AND BROWN SLIME SUBSTANCE IN THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. SLIME LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE THE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USING MACHINE U...
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVD LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM IN THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGED IN 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND 2ND FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON WALLS AND CEILING IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN 2ND FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE A WORKING VENTILATION.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATIO ROOM IN ALL WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
2019-07-30 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection 2 ▾
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
3-501.17 OBSERVED READY- TO-EAT, TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (COOKED PASTA NOODLE AND PRE-MADE TIRAMISU)HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY READY TO EAT TIME/ TEMPERATURE CO...
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
: FOUND INDOOR GARBAGE RECEPTACLES OVER FLOWING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 5-501.113(A) MAINTAIN GARBAGE TO HELP PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST MAINTAIN CLOSE TIGHT FITTING LIDS AT ALL TIMES.
2019-07-23 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 6 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010. CITATION ISSUED.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
OBSERVED VOMIT AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE ON SITE FOUND NO MATERIALS TO CLEAN UP SAID INCIDENT. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE PROCEDURES AND MATERIALS FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW AND USE WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE...
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES LOCATED IN 1ST FLOOR PREPARATION COOLER. TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 50F - 58F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL ...
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY- TO-EAT, TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (COOKED PASTA NOODLE AND PRE-MADE TIRAMISU)HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITH OUT DISCARD DATE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCARD DATE FOR ANY READY TO EAT TIME/ TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR...
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED STEAK ON MENU.SAID ITEM CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
FOUND INDOOR GARBAGE RECEPTACLES OVER FLOWING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MAINTAIN GARBAGE TO HELP PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST MAINTAIN CLOSE TIGHT FITTING LIDS AT ALL TIMES.
2018-07-17 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 10 ▾
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
FOUND NO PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR THE CLEAN UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (TCS) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER, AT COOK LINE 46.7F, 2.5LBS OF PESTO, $4.00 48.7F, 4.5LBS OF CREAM SAUCE, $7.00 MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED A TOTAL WEIGH...
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON MENUS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN A REACH IN COOLERS UNITS IN COOK LINE AND PREP LINE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INFORMED MANAGER THAT ALL COOLER UNITS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE. INFORMED MANAGER TO PROVIDE INTERNAL T...
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED BULK FOOD CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. INFORMED MANAGER THAT BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST HAVE PROPER LABELS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LABELS AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE, AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO DETERMINE PROPER CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZING SOLUTION. MANAGER CORRECT VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 7-3...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON SHELVING UNITS IN 2 DOOR BEVERAGE AIR REFRIGERATOR ON 2ND FLOOR REAR PREP KITCHEN. INFORMED MANAGER THAT ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/SEAL AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOT...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED DEEP GROOVES AND CREVICES THROUGHOUT FLOOR GROUTING IN COOK LINE AND PREP AREA. INFORMED MANAGER AT ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/RESEAL AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTA...
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT ABOVE 2 DOOR FRIDGE UNIT IN REAR BASEMENT STORAGE CAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES, AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INFORMED MANAGER THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS, AT RISK 1 SITES, MUST HAVE ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO ...
2017-08-11 Pass Complaint 2 ▾
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
FOUND VARIOUS KNIVES AND OTHER UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED AGAINST THE WALL AND THE TOP PORTION OF THE 3-COMP SINK.INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ABOVE MENTIONED UTENSILS AND/OR USE A KNIFE RACK.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
FOUND DEGREASE SOLUTION IN A PLASTIC BOTTLE BEING STORED UNDER THE DISH MACHINE WITHOUT A LABEL. MUST PROPERLY LABEL CLEANING SOLUTIONS AT ALL TIMES.
2017-04-06 Pass Canvass 3 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOUND SPICES AND LARGE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FOUND CRACKED AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES AT THE MAIN 1ST FLOOR BAR UNDER THE CASH REGISTER TERMINAL. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
FOUND WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE 1ST FLOOR MAIN KITCHEN AREA ABOVE THE PREP TABLES. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. FOUND DAMAGED WALL ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE MEN'S RESTROOM HAND WASHING SINK AND THE WALL NEXT TO EMPLOYEE LOCKERS IN THE BASE...
2016-06-16 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 1 ▾
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED MISSING DRAINLINES AT BAR GUNS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND CONNECT SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTIO A FLOOR DRAIN.
2016-06-07 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 9 ▾
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE IN THE 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN NOT IN USE AT THIS TIME,WAS TESTED AND WAS UNABLE TO SANITIZE "0"PPM.THE UNIT IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO UTILIZE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH-RINSE-SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENTS AND U...
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SALADS, PASTAS,VEAL, ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT A...
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1532978 DATED:04/16/2015. 32 NOTED THE FOLLOWING: RUSTY SHELVES AT ALL DRY STORAGE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP. MUST CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE; NOT...
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
OBSERVED POTS AND PANS ON SHELVINGS NOT PROPERLY STORED.INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED SOME CUTTING BOARDS WORNED-OUT WITH STAINS AND DEEP CUTS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED TO THE BASEMENT PREP TABLE AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED ON KITCHEN CEILINGS AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN CEILINGS AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED SMALL WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING DRAINLINES AT BAR GUNS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND CONNECT SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTIO...
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE CHICKEN 1 DOOR COOLER IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A VISIBLE THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN.
2015-04-16 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 3 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED THE FOLLOWING: RUSTY SHELVES AT ALL DRY STORAGE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP. MUST CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE; NOTED THORN RUBBER GASKETS AT THE SERVICE COOLER ON FIRST FLOOR OPPOSITE STOVE AND AT THE DOOR OF CHE...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INSIDE OF BAKING OVEN ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER AND STAINED CEILING TILES ON SECOND FLOOR BY THE BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
2015-04-08 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 6 ▾
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
NOTED ASSORTED SHELL FISH (BABY CLAMS AND MUSSELS) INSIDE WALK IN COOLER AT BASEMENT PREP AREA AND SERVICE COOLERS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA (1ST FLOOR) WITH NO TAGS ATTACHED AS REQUIRED BY HEALTH CODE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF ...
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
NOTED A SLIMY PINKISH AND GRAYISH SUBSTANCE INSIDE UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ON TO THE ICE. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL ICE MACHINE IS DETAIL CLEANED AND SANITIZED. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY CALLED FOR MAINTENANCE. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERI...
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
NOTED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1542790 DATED 12/9/2014 NOT CORRECTED:-#38 NO HAND SINKS ARE INSTALLED AT EITHER THE OUTDOOR BAR OR THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR BARS. MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND EACH BAR. CITATION ISSUED FOR SERIOU...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED THE FOLLOWING: RUSTY SHELVES AT ALL DRY STORAGE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP. MUST CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE; NOTED THORN RUBBER GASKETS AT THE SERVICE COOLER ON FIRST FLOOR OPPOSITE STOVE AND AT THE DOOR OF CHE...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INSIDE OF BAKING OVEN ON THE SECOND FLOOR.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
NOTED DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER AND STAINED CEILING TILES ON SECOND FLOOR BY THE BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
2014-12-09 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 6 ▾
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. OBSERVED MEAT SAUCE AT 47.1F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 40# OF FOOD WORTH $45. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
NO SANITIZER WAS DETECTED AT THE 2ND FLOOR LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE. THE DISHMACHINE WAS NOT BEING USED AT THIS TIME. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE DISHMACHINE WITH A SANITZER CONCENTRATION OF 100PPM CHLORINE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR THE INTERIOR OF THE DOOR FOR THE BASEMENT CHEST FREEZER. OBSERVED THE COLD PLATE AND DRAIN LINES IN CONTACT WITH CONSUMABLE ICE AT THE ICE BIN BEHIND THE OUTDOOR BAR. MUST SEPARATE COLD PLATE FROM CONSUMABLE ICE IN THE ICE BIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DETAIL CLEAN THE CEILING TILES AND WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR THE COLD WATER HANDLE FOR THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. REPAIR THE MIDDLE LEVER OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK THAT IS LEAKING WATER AND DOES NOT HOLD WATER IN THE SINK BASIN. NO HANDSINKS ARE INSTALLED AT EITHER THE OUTDOOR BAR OR ...
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
SEVERAL PREP COOLERS ARE MISSING THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THEM. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL COOLERS.
2014-01-07 Pass Complaint 2 ▾
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
REPLACE THE MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AND DISHWASH AREA. REGROUT THE FLOOR TILES IN THESE AREAS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE 1ST FLOOR FOOD PREP AREA. SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT ON THE SUPPLY DUCT ABOVE THE 1ST FLOOR DISHMACHINE.
2013-02-07 Pass Canvass 6 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
BULK-FOOD AND LARGE SPICE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
CLEAN FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO STORE CLEAN UTENSILS OFF FLOOR.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
MEAT SLICER NOT CLEAN AT THE BACK OF BLADE, INSTRUCTED TO CLEA AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
LARGE BREAD BAGS STORED ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR OR HIGHER.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
CEILING AND WALL AT BASEMENT PREP TABLES IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SMOOTH WALL AND PATCH ALL CEILING OPENINIGS.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
PEELING PAINT AT CEILING ABOVE DISH MACHINE FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTRED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
2011-09-12 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2011-09-09 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 16 ▾
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE
OBSERVED COMMINGLED SHELLSTOCK INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED CLAMS AND MUSSELS STORED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER IN A PLASTIC STORAGE CONTAINER IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 50# OF SHELLFISH WORTH $ 150. CRITICAL VIOLA...
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED AIR TEMPERATURE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE BASEME...
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED MILK AT 51F, CREAM AT 51F, HALF AND HALF AT 46F, HAM AT 46F, EGGS AT 47F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 50# OF ...
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
In food establishments, there shall be adequate sewage and waste water disposal facilities that comply with all the requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago. OBSERVED WASTE WATER LEAKING FROM THE TOP, BOTTOM AND SIDES OF...
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA
Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. OBSERVED NO HAND TOWELS AT THE 2 EXPOSED HANDSINKS IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA AND THE 2ND FLOOR RESTROOMS. KITCHEN STAFF PROVIDED HAND TOWELS AT MY REQUEST. ALSO ...
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS
All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin/insect infestations. OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. OBSERVED OVER 150 LIVE FR...
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED MOLD GROWTH ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE ICE MACH...
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK REMOVED FROM THE 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA. MUST INSTALL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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. MUST LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOODS IN THE COOLERS.
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. OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE. OBSERVED RUSTED WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE PREP COOLE...
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. DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS, INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS, WIRE STORAGE RACKS, SINKS AND TOIL...
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. REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM THE PREP AREA. DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR OF PREP AREAS THROUGHOUT ...
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. OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE CEILING AND WALLS OF THE PREP AREA. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DUST ON THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR THE HOLES AND OPENINGS AND FRP BOARD ...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
REPLACE LIGHTING THAT IS OUT IN THE BASEMENT. REPLACE MISSING OR BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
PROVIDE A FAN COVER FOR THE BASEMENT EMPLOYEE RESTROOM CEILING FAN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
REPAIR ALL LEAKING WATER LINES UNDER THE 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA, WATER LINES UNDER THE DISHMACHINE. REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE DRIP PAN OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. EMPLOYEE RESTROOM HANDSINK IS SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR. REPAIR THE ...
2010-10-27 Pass Canvass 7 ▾
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. 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA COOLER DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ALL DAMAGED COOLER GASKETS.
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. OBSERVED SLIGHT LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE.
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 FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR AT 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE FLOOR DRAINS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ...
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. OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA AND FOOD BUILD UP ON CEILING AT 2ND FLOOR PREP. MUST CLEAN CEILING AND REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES.
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. CEILING LIGHT COVER MISSING ABOVE 1ST FLOOR DISHMACHINE AND BURNED OUT...
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules...
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 THEMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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