SANITARY INSPECTION RECORD — CITY OF CHICAGO

TUSCANY RESTAURANT.

YOUR CALL. 64/100

1014-1018 W TAYLOR ST · WEST LOOP, CHICAGO

Last inspected March 18, 2026 · passed

13 of 21 inspections passed, 3 failed, 5 passed with conditions. 7 critical violations across the record.

THE NUMBERS

INSPECTIONS
21
13 passed · 5 w/ conditions · 3 failed
VIOLATIONS
66
includes 7 critical
RECORDS COVER
16 YEARS
since Feb 2010

INSPECTION HISTORY

MAR 18
2026
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

MULTI USE EQUIPMENT (POTS, PANS, DISHES, ETC) STORED IN BOTH 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT MECHANICAL ROOMS (WATER HEATER, FURNACE, ELECTRICAL BOXES, ETC). INSTD TO REMOVE FROM MECHANICAL ROOM AND STORE PROPERLY

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

WOODEN BOXES BEING USED AS A SHELF TO ELEVATE MICROWAVE. INSTD TO REMOVE WOOD BOXES AND UTILIZE PROPER SHELVING THAT IS SMOOTH, AND NON POROUS. ALUMINUM FOIL BEING USED A LINER AT TOP LINE OF PREP SALAD COOLER. INSTD TO REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE

MINORSanitation
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE ON AND UNDERNEATH CAULKING AT WAREWASHING UNIT AND WALL. INSTD TO REMOVE BLACK SUBSTANCE AND MAINTAIN CAULKING

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

PEELING PAINT ON CEILING TILES IN WAREWASHING AREA. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CEILING TILES

SEP 18
2025
PASSED
0 violations
AUG 14
2025
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
2 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND 4-DRAWER SALAD COOLER. OBSERVED EGGS AT 46F, CHICKEN AT 46F, CHEESE AT 44F, MILK AT 44F, PORK AT 58F, FISH AT 45F, ALFREDO SAUCE AT 44F, MEATBALLS AT 50F, MAYONNAISE AT 44F, STEAK AT 45F, MEAT SAUCE AT 44F, AND SAUSAGE AT 45F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Temperature
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL

OBSERVED THE 4-DRAWER SALAD PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 47F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MEATS AND CHEESES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

JUL 10
2024
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED HIGH-TEMPERATURE WAREWASHING MACHINE NOT MEETING HOT WATER SANITIZER REQUIREMENTS OF AT LEAST 180F FOR THR FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE. TECHNICAN ARRIVED ON SITE TO REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.

MINORFood Storage & Handling
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

NOTED NO LABELS FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS (PASTA AND BEANS). THE INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE OF ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE CONTENTS' NAMES.

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

OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDE FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT, AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

OBSERVED FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS.

JUL 20
2023
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE WASHROOM AND PREP HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST PROVIDE.

CRITICALOther
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO CONTAINER IN WHICH MUSSELS WERE BEING STORED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST ATTACH SHELLSTOCK TAG TO CONTAINER UNTIL THE LAST ITEM IS SOLD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.

SERIOUSEmployee Hygiene
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

OBSERVED THE REAR PREP HANDWASHING SINK (CLOSEST TO THE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER) SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

OBSERVED NO COVER ON THE WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATES ON SITE.

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SEP 22
2022
PASSED
0 violations
SEP 19
2022
FAILED
1 violation
DETAILS
SERIOUSFood Temperature
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 9/9/2022, REPORT #2563393. #48-OBSERVED BROKEN GAGE FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE AT HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE WAS READING AT 140.0F. TEMPERATURE MEASURE DEVICE MUST ACCURATELY MEASURE THE TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER SANITIZING FINAL RINSE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.

SEP 9
2022
FAILED
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK ACCESSIBLE TO SALAD AND PIZZA PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER CONNECTED TO CITY WATER LINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C).

CRITICALChemical Safety
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO CONTAINER IN WHICH CLAMS WERE BEING STORED. ALSO OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO CONTAINER IN WHICH MUSSELS WERE BEING STORED. MUST ATTACH SHELLSTOCK TAG TO CONTAINER UNTIL THE LAST ITEM IS SOLD. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS AT A COST OF $30.00. ALSO OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAGS STORED IN BUCKET WITH NO DATE RECORDED OF WHEN THE LAST ITEM WAS SOLD. The date when the last SHELLSTOCK from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

SERIOUSSanitation
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

OBSERVED MINOR MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

SERIOUSFood Temperature
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

OBSERVED BROKEN GAGE FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE AT HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE WAS READING AT 140.0F. TEMPERATURE MEASURE DEVICE MUST ACCURATELY MEASURE THE TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER SANITIZING FINAL RINSE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

MINOROther
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC

SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FROM 4/24/2019, REPORT #2285679. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(b). CITATION ISSUED.

APR 24
2019
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
6 violations
DETAILS
SERIOUSOther
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION

MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON ALL RTE FOODS STORED IN COOLERS THAT ARE HELD OVER 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

SERIOUSOther
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD

NO CONSUMER ADVISORY POSTED ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ADVISORY ON MENU WITH AN ASTERICK (*) AT ALL ITEMS THAT PERTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

MINOROther
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

MUST HAVE WRITTEN WASHING PROCEDURE FOR POTS TO LARGE FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

LEAK AT P-TRAP IN BASEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.

MINORSanitation
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

FLOORS IN BASEMENT AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL WATER AND BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRY AT ALL TIMES.

MINORDocumentation & Training
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE ON-SITE DURING THE INSPECTION FOR THE INSPECTOR TO REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES FOR EMPLOYEES WITH THE CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION, NO CITATION ISSUED.

MAR 19
2018
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

MUST REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER. REMOVE RUST FROM RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER.

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

MUST SEAL HOLE IN WALL IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET BEHIND THE DOOR. ALSO, REMOVE RUST AND DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA AND BEHIND THE BAR.

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

MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN PREP AREA NEAR DISH MACHINE, AND REPAIR/REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.

MAR 17
2017
PASSED
3 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

VENTS ABOVE DISH MACHINE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,

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

EMPLOYEES PERSONAL ITEMS NOT STORED PROPERLY, RESTRICT STORING ON FOOD ITEMS, MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREA TO STORE BELONGINGS,

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

OFFENSIVE ODORS COMING FROM GREASE TRAP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,

AUG 2
2016
PASSED
1 violation
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

SMALL LEAK AT PIPE UNDER MIDDLE BASIN AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR SAME.

JAN 28
2016
PASS W/ CONDITIONS
5 violations2 CRITICAL
DETAILS
CRITICALFood Temperature
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME

BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK CURRENTLY IN USE, WITH 3RD BASIN EMPTY, NO SANITIZER. ONLY USING 1ST BASIN WITH SOAP AND WATER, AND 2ND BASIN TO RINSE. INSTD TO HAVE 3RD COMPARTMENT WITH PROPER CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZER TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

CRITICALEmployee Hygiene
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA

NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE AT BAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. BARTENDER STATES USES MULTI USE CLOTH NAPKIN AND SANITIZER. INSTD TO PROVIDE SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE AT EXPOSED HANDSINK AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.

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

LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA NEED DETAILED CLEANING, FREE OF DEBRIS.

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

LIGHTSHIELD MISSING IN FRONT PREP AREA AND IN BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. PROVIDE SAME.

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

VENTILATION IN BASEMENT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN POOR REPAIR. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. LEAKING FAUCET AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, WRAPPED IN PLASTIC. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.

APR 17
2015
PASSED
6 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

PROVIDE COVER FOR ICE BIN AT BAR. PAINT OR REPLACE ALL RUSTY STORAGE RACKS, SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT, AND EXTERIOR OF DOOR TO WALK-IN COOLER.

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

CLEAN WHITE PANELS INSIDE BOTH ICE MACHINES IN BASEMENT.

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

LOCATE SOURCE OF DRIPPING WATER ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND KEEP FLOORS DRY.

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

CLEAN AND/OR PAINT STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR BREAD PREP STATION AREA. CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT.

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

INSTALL AN EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND BAR.

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

STORE ICE SCOOP IN BASEMENT IN A CLEAN COVERD CONTAINER.

APR 22
2014
PASSED
4 violations
DETAILS
MINORChemical Safety
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED

BULK-FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.

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

ICE BIN AT BAR MISSING COVER, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

MINOROther
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

MISSING REFRIGERATION THERMOMETER AT COFFEE STATION DAIRY COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.

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

EMPLOYEES CLOTHING STORED ON FOOD SHELF AND TOO CLOSE TO ICE MAKER, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AWAY.

MAR 26
2013
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORPlumbing & Waste
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED

NOTED SLOW DRAIN AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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

MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

MAY 2
2012
PASSED
0 violations
APR 25
2012
FAILED
4 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

All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED A SMALL WINDOW AT DISH AREA NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH SCREEN MISSING. REPLACE WINDOW SCREEN SO WINDOW IS RODENT PROOFED. ALSO FURTHEST EAST DOOR IS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM. THERE IS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT MIDDLE OF DOOR. MUST RODENT PROOF SAME. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 H000076814 10 COURT DATE 5/31/2012 AT 1100AM RM 112 400 WEST SUPERIOR STREET CHGO.,IL.PLEASE SEE BACK OF CITATION FOR PREPAYMENT INFO. MAIL-IN OPTION AND PAYMENT LOCATIONS.

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 REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY SHELVING OF 2DOOR REFRIGERATORS.

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.MUST REGROUT FLOOR AT DISHWASHING AREA AND AT PREP AREA NEXT TO 2COMP SINK SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

MINORPlumbing & Waste
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 and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST TIGHTEN FAUCET BASE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK CLOSEST TO 2COMP SINK AT KITCHEN AREA.

APR 7
2011
PASSED
2 violations
DETAILS
MINORSanitation
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES

ICE CREAM SCOOPS AND KNIVES ARE STORED IN LIQUIDS, INSTALL A DIPPING WELL FOR ICE CREAM SERVICE. Any food utensils that are stored in any standing water or sanitizer must be removed. Air dry all multi-use dispensing and cutting equipment after sanitizing. A copy of the related I.D.P.H. technical bulletin was left on premises.

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

CLEAN OUT LOOSE DEBRIS FROM THE KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS.

JUN 8
2010
PASSED
4 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. Invert the to go containers in the wait station and remove the knives from the sanitizer in the front kitchen.

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. Regrout damaged floor tiles under the bar and in the dishroom so the floors are smooth and sanitary.

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. Clean the dirty walls under the dishmachine and pot sink areas.

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

Find and repair the clean water leak in the hot water heater area.

FEB 23
2010
PASSED
4 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. Clean and reseal the corner behind the hotline hand sink so it is smooth and sanitary. Clean off sticky residue on the lexan food containers.

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. Repair the damaged baseboard corner next to the pizza station.

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. The buildup on the walk-in cooler ceiling was washed, rinsed and sanitized at this time.

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

A catch pan was placed under a sweaty pipe in the store room.

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