West River Cafe
Passed most recently but 12 prior failures on record
2025-10-29 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2025-09-24 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass 7 ▾
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN THE STEAM TABLE: REFRIED BEANS AT 107.6F, GRAVY AT 131.7F, COOKED RICE AT 113.9F,CHICKEN SOUP AT 130.6F. STEAM TABLE NOTED UNABLE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE HOT HOLDING TEMPERATU...
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
ALL FOOD HANDLERS/PREPARERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINT.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
PREP AREA WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
REAR PREP TABLE CUTTING BOARD IN POOR REPAIR WITH DEEP BLACKENED GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE.
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
EXTREMELY SLOW DRAINING WATER IN THE SOUTH WASHROOM WASHBOWL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.---LEAK FROM CEILING PIPING ONTO THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
NOTED CRACKED AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES UNDER THE REAR METAL PREP TABLE. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
VENTILATION IN THE NORTH WASHROOM COVERED WITH CARDBOARD. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
2024-10-28 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2024-10-15 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 14 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS IN (2) WASHROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
FOUND INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS WRITTEN ON THE MENUS.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING...
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 1 DOOR PEPSI COOLER IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE AND ACCURATE WORKING THERMOMETER INSIDE COOLER.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM WITHOUT A LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM(SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST INFESTATION ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 LIVE COCKROACHES CRAWLING INSIDE A STORAGE 2 DOOR WOODEN CABINET IN BASEMENT AREA ADJACENT TO A DRY STORAGE ROOM AND 3 LIVE COCKROACHES AROUND INSIDE OF GASKET OF THE (W...
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED FRONT SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR WITH GAP OPENING APPROX:1/2" AT BOTTOM OF DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUCT TAPE ON FRONT TOP OF THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUCT TAPE AND MAINAIN SO THAT IT IS SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE STORAGE SHELFS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,PREP TABLES, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE BASEMENT FREEZERS AND PREP COOLERS,STEAM TABLE,SIDES OF FLAT TOP GRILL AND DEEP FRYER.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM.MUST PROVIDE.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS SPILLAGE AND INCLUDING THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM/STORAGE AREAS.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF HANGING GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS
OBSERVED CHILDREN'S MENU LISTING SOFT DRINK AS THE DEFAULT BEVERAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY PROVIDE SKIM OR 1% DAIRY MILK UP TO 130 CALORIES,100% FRUIT OR VEGETABLE JUICE WITH NO ADDED SPARKLING OR FLAVORED WATER WITH NO ADDED NATURAL OR ARTIFICIAL SWEET...
2023-10-05 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2023-09-28 Fail Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 2 ▾
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-204.12 OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE BASEMENT UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED. REPORT #2582022 DATED 9-20-2023 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. OBSERVED INFESTATION WITH OVER 10 LIVE ROACHES THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING ON 2ND FLOOR AND I...
2023-09-20 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 2 ▾
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES IN THE BASEMENT, INCLUDING ON STAIRS, IN THE ICE MACHINE, AND ON THE FLOOR AROUND COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN TOILET ROOMS INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION.
2022-12-15 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2022-12-08 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 7 ▾
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INFRONT SERVICE COUNTER.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
FOUND INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EA...
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED 5 LIVE COCKROACHES CRAWLING ON WALLS AND SHELVES IN PREP/COOKING AREA AND 2 LIVE COCKROACH UNDERNEATH FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. ...
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION ABOVE REAR DINING AREA LEADING TO WASHROOMS.
MISCELLANEOUS / PUBLIC HEALTH ORDERS
FOUND THE CHILDREN'S MENU LISTING A SOFT DRINK AS THE DEFAULT BEVERAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY PROVIDE SKIM OR 1% DAIRY MILK UP TO 130 CALORIES, 100% FRUIT OR VEGETABLE JUICE WITH NO ADDED SPARKLING OR FLAVORED WATER WITH NO ADDED NATURAL OR ARTIFICIAL S...
2022-05-09 Pass Canvass 6 ▾
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (RICE, FLOUR ETC) IN THE KITCHEN.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. MUST USE FOOD GRADE BAGS.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION IN THE KITCHEN.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CERTIFICATE FOR EACH EMPLOYEE.
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE . INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION
2021-02-05 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 1 ▾
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST PROVIDE A CLEANABLE WALL AND CEILING SURFACE IN THE BASEMENT TO STORE EQUIPMENT SUCH AS FREEZERS AND FOUNTAIN POP DISPENSER OR MOVE THE EQUIPMENT INTO THE FINISHED STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT.
2021-01-29 Fail Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 7 ▾
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT, THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE CABINETS AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM THE PREMISES.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-602.13 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER. DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE 1 DOOR REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO THE BOXES OF FOUNTAIN POP IN THE BASEMENT. CLEAN THE STEAM TABLE AND INTERIOR OF THE OVEN. CLEAN THE ENCRUSTED GR...
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-204.12 MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK IN THE BASEMENT THAT HAS AN ATTACHED HOSE.
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
5-501.17 MUST PROVIDE A COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM. SEAL THE OPENINGS AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE WALLS AND CEILING. REPLACE THE PARTICLEBOARD ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND INSTALL A DRYWALL CEILING OR VENTED ...
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.12 CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY AROUND THE DISH WASHING AREA WHERE LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY WAS OBSERVED.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2472766 ON 1/15/21: 38 - OBSERVED 6 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, BEHIND THE PREP TABLE, AND IN TH...
2021-01-25 Fail Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 12 ▾
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT, THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE CABINETS AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS FROM THE PREMISES.
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
3-304.14 OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A CONTAINER OF SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-101.11 OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD STORED IN A PLASTIC GROCERY BAG IN THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-602.13 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER. DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE 1 DOOR REFRIGERATOR NEXT TO THE BOXES OF FOUNTAIN POP IN THE BASEMENT. CLEAN THE STEAM TABLE AND INTERIOR OF THE OVEN. CLEAN THE ENCRUSTE...
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-205.15 REPAIR THE LEAK BELOW THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
5-403.12 REMOVE THE DRAIN LINE AT THE CEILING ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK THAT IS EMPTYING INTO A PLASTIC BUCKET ON THE WIRE STORAGE SHELF.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13 MUST INSTALL A BASEBOARD ALONG THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM.
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM. SEAL THE OPENINGS AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE WALLS AND CEILING. REPAIR THE DRYWALL CEILING ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN ...
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-501.14 CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN INVALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW A VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2472766 ON 1/15/21: 10 - OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK INSTALLED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA OF THE FACILITY WHERE COFFEE AND DRINKS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. ...
2021-01-15 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 10 ▾
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST SIGN A COPY OF THE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA OF THE FACILITY WHERE COFFEE AND DRINKS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN THIS AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATIO...
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOOD ITEMS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE AND IDENTIFY WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED AND LINK THOSE ITEMS TO THE REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. PRIORIT...
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR AND WALLS OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND THE PREP TABLE. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE BASEMENT FLOOR IN THE STORAGE AREAS AND UNDERNEATH THE STAIRCA...
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED A DEAD RAT ON A GLUEBOARD IN THE BASEMENT AREA NEAR THE STAIRCASE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE DEAD RODENT. ALSO OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT, THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE CABINETS AT THE ...
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL WET WIPING CLOTHS IN A CONTAINER OF SANITIZER WHEN NOT IN USE.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD STORED IN A PLASTIC GROCERY BAG IN THE CHEST FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITH AN INVALID FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW A VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.
2019-08-08 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 17 ▾
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)
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
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN FRONT FOOD PREP-BAR AREA AREA OF FACILITY. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL A HAND SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUES
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
OBSERVED THAT INTERIOR OF FOOD REFRIGERATOR WITH STORED WHOLE AND SLICED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES IS COVERED WITH STATIONARY WATER AND SLIMY SUBSTANCE. MUST KEEP INTERIOR OF FOOD STORAGE EQUIPMENT CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-...
PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION
OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TIME FOR TEMPERATURE SAFETY FOR CONTROL FOODS (TACO MEAT,SHREDDED CHEESE, SLICED TOMATOES) NOT PROPERLY DATED STORED IN COOLERS LONGER THAN 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS...
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 UNDERCOOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. PRIORI...
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
OBSERVED NO PROBE THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.MUST PROVIDE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED) -7-38-005
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
OBSERVED EXPOSED SEWAGE PIPES ABOVE BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE FREEZERS AND REFRIGERATORS. OVERHEAD EXPOSED DRAINAGE WASTE WATER PIPES COMING FROM THE 1ST RESTAURANT AREAS .THE SAID PIPES WHERE NOTED TO MANAGER MUST BE ENCASED SMOOTH SURFACE (SOFFIT) DUR...
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS FOOD STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPLACE SEVERALLY RUSTED REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER UNIT LOCATED IN BASEMENT WITH UNITS THAT ARE SMOOTH EASY CLEANABLE
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
NOTED TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE PREP SERVICE COOLER, DOOR OF 2 DOOR FOOD PREP REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
OBSERVED THAT GASKETS ON COOLING UNITS HAVE BEEN COVERED WITH BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THAT WALLS BEHIND REFRIGERATION AND HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT HAVE LARGE 1/2 INCH OPENINGS .MUST REPAIR , SEAL AND MAINTAIN ALL WALL JUNCTURES
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THAT REAR EXIT DOOR HAVE LARGE AREA PF PILING PAINT . MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
OBSERVED THAT CEILING OVER DISH WASHING AREA IS MADE WITH MATERIALS THAT ARE NOT SMOOTH EASY CLEANABLE. MUST PROVIDE EASY CLEANABLE SURFACES IN ALL KITCHEN AREA
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHTS OVER DISH WASHING AREA
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.
2017-12-15 Pass Complaint Re-Inspection 1 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED RUSTS ON BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
2017-12-07 Fail Complaint CRITICAL 6 ▾
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE KITCHEN AND AT HALLWAY LEADING TO THE TOILET ROOMS. APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES WERE OBSERVED ON THE WALLS, CEILING IN THE PREP AREAS AND REAR HALLWAY AREA LEADING TO THE TOILET ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SAN...
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT CLEAN MULTI-USE KITCHEN UTENSILS (HANDLES-UP) TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED RUSTS ON BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,GASKETS AROUND THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP COOLER,STORAGE SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
OBSERVED DIRTY FLOORS BENEATH THE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS TO REMOVE DUSTS/FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS IN KITCHEN/DISHWASHING AREAS AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
2017-02-08 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 4 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
OBSERVED BULK FOODS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM NOT LABELED.INSTRUCTED TO LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED A SMALL WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
ELEVATE STORED ITEMS IN BASEMENT AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND UNUSED EQUIPMENTS MUST BE MAINTAINED OR REMOVED.
2017-01-31 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 6 ▾
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
OBSERVED THE REAR SIDE KITCHEN EXIT DOOR IS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" INCH OPENING ON BOTTOM RIGHT AND LEFT CORNER OF SAID DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.SERIOUS VIOLATI...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
OBSERVED BULK FOODS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM NOT LABELED.INSTRUCTED TO LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
INSTRUCTED TO APPLY A LIGHT WELD ON TOP SEAM OF THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED A SMALL WATER LEAK AT DRAIN PIPE BENEATH THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
ELEVATE STORED ITEMS IN BASEMENT AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR/WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND UNUSED EQUIPMENTS MUST BE MAINTAINED OR REMOVED.
2016-06-08 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 2 ▾
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed torn gaskets on the two door reach in cooler near the cooking line. Instructed facility to repair/replace and maintain.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Observed and unused chest freezer in the rear of the basement that is dirty and with pooled water and debris inside. Instructed facility to clean and maintain or remove and maintain.
2016-06-01 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 9 ▾
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION
Food not protected: observed baguettes stored in a bag with bread sticking out in the hallway where customers access the washrooms. Instructed facility to relocate to protect from possible customer contamination. Also observed raw chicken in the tal...
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Observed the kitchen door open with a screen door in place. Said screen door had an approximate 3/4 inch gap along the bottom edge and a 2-3 inch hole in the center. Instructed facility to repair and maintain so door is tight fitting with no holes. A...
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK
No sanitizer test strips on site to test the sanitizer solution for the three compartment sink as instructed on report # 1532688, dated 4-8-15. Instructed facility to obtain and maintain the proper test strips for the appropriate solution. Serious ci...
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
Previous minor violation not corrected from report # 1589092, dated 12-2-15: Violation 38- "OBSERVED LEAKING PIPES UNDER EXPOSED SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE ABOVE PIPES AND FAUCET." Instructed facility to correct and maintain. Serious c...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Observed torn gaskets on the two door reach in cooler near the cooking line. Instructed facility to repair/replace and maintain.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Observed the bottom of the standup freezer in the basement to have dirt and debris inside. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Observed dirt and debris on the floor under and around the three compartment sink, the cooking equipment, and refrigerators. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the basement floor to be wet. Instructed facility to clean floor and m...
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Observed the kitchen hood to not be functioning. Instructed facility to repair and maintain. Observed a leak at the three compartment faucet near the hot handle. Instructed facility to repair and maintain faucet free of leaks.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Observed and unused chest freezer in the rear of the basement that is dirty and with pooled water and debris inside. Instructed facility to clean and maintain or remove and maintain.
2015-12-02 Pass Canvass 2 ▾
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS AND CEILING THROUGH-OUT ENTIRE PREP AREA AND AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILING AND REPAINT TO SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED LEAKING PIPES UNDER EXPOSED SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE ABOVE PIPES AND FAUCET.
2015-04-08 Pass Canvass 8 ▾
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 UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
MISSING KNOB TO HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT, DOOR IN POOR REPAIR AT FRYER, CHIPPING WOOD SHELVING SURFACES IN STORAGE AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, EXTERIOR BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP COUNTER, DEEP FRYER CABINETS AND STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS AND CEILING THROUGH-OUT ENTIRE PREP AREA AND AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILING AND REPAINT TO SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETER INSIDE REACH IN PREP COOLERS CONSPICUOUSLY.
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT BASEMENT, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS, AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT DISCARDED,
FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
2014-12-12 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection ▾
No violations found.
2014-12-05 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 5 ▾
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED
EXPOSED HANDSINK IN PREP AREA NOT CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE OR MAINTAINED. OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDSINK IN PREP AREA NOT WORKING FOR FOOD HANDLERS TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS. INSIDE OF EXPOSED HANDSINK HAS STOPPER AND ALL ATTACHED PARTS TO CONNECT TO DRAINLINE...
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED: 5-30-2014, REPORT #1473208: 30-FOODS INSIDE FREEZER NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE AND/OR FREEZER BAGS. 31-MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UT...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOODS INSIDE COOLERS NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, EXTERIOR BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP COUNTER, DEEP FRYER CABINETS AND STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR IN PREP AREA AND BASEMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
2014-05-30 Pass Canvass 11 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
FOODS INISDE FREEZER NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOODS IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE AND/OR FREEZER BAGS.
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 UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TOXIC SUBSTANCE (PLUMBERS PUDDY) FROM INTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, WELD SEEMS OR REPLACE SINK.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
FRONT STORAGE CABINETS, EXTERIOR BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALLS AND CEILING THROUGH-OUT ENTIRE PREP AREA AND AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILING AND REPAINT TO SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED OR MAINTANED. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY INSTALL AND SECURE LIGHT SHIELDS TO FIXTURES AND DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE OF SHIELDS.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
DRAINLINE UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING IN SEVERAL PARTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE DRAINLINE TO PREVENT LEAK. SINK STOPPERS NOT PROVIDED FOR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR EACH COMPARTMENT. OVER HEAD CO...
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
STOCK IN BASEMENT NOT PROPERLY ELEVATED. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL STORAGE SHELVES AND ELEVATE ARTICLES AND BOXES 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL.
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
EMPLOYEES IN FOOD PREP AREA NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AND EMPLOYEES IN PREP AREA.
FOOD (ICE) DISPENSING UTENSILS, WASH CLOTHS PROPERLY STORED
ICE SCOOP NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZE HOLDER OR CONTAINER.
2013-08-06 Pass Canvass Re-Inspection 5 ▾
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED BROKEN GASKETS FOR 3 DOORS AND 2 DOORS REACH IN COOLERS; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS. MISSING HANDLES ON PREP REACH IN COOLER AND STEAM TABLE, AND BOTTOM PANEL OF ONE PREP TABLE WITH EXCESSIVE RUST; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE HANDLES AND RE...
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL THRU-OUT THE PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING CEILING PANELS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE ON HOOD AND FILTERS; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALLS AND REPAINT, REPLACE MISSING CEILING PANELS ABOVE PREP TABLE AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DETAIL CLEAN HOOD AND FILT...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE DINING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS; ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED LEAKING PIPES UNDER EXPOSED SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BROKEN FAUCET FOR EXPOSED SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE ABOVE PIPES AND FAUCET.
2013-07-18 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 10 ▾
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
FACILITY NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE; OBSERVED THREE DOORS PREP REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 54.2F. INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COOLERS AND KEEP BELOW 40F. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON COOLER. INSTRUCTED...
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE ABOVE COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES; 5 LBS. COOKED HAM AT 51.9F, 2DOZ. EGGS AT 55.7F, 3LBS. HASH BROWN 50.9F, 1LB. CHICKEN 57.9F, 2LBS. BEEF PATTIES 54.5F, AND 2LBS. POTATOES SALAD AT 50.7F. INADEQUATE FOOD PROTE...
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE, WASHING, RINSING, MULTI-USE UTENSILS INSIDE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND SETTING THEM TO DRY, HOWEVER NOT USING A SANITIZING METHOD. INADEQUATE UTENSIL SANITATION. INSTRUCTED/DEMONSTRATED PROPER SET UP OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOR PRO...
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLERS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NOTED BROKEN GASKETS FOR 3 DOORS AND 2 DOORS REACH IN COOLERS; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS. MISSING HANDLES ON PREP REACH IN COOLER AND STEAM TABLE, AND BOTTOM PANEL OF ONE PREP TABLE WITH EXCESSIVE RUST; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE HANDLES AND R...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, FREEZERS, MICROWAVE OVEN, FRONT AREA SHELVES AND MOP SINK IN BASEMENT.
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON FLOORS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS AT KITCHEN, DISH WASHING AREA AND BASEMENT.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
WALL THRU-OUT THE PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING CEILING PANELS AND EXCESSIVE GREASE ON HOOD AND FILTERS; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALLS AND REPAINT, REPLACE MISSING CEILING PANELS ABOVE PREP TABLE AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND DETAIL CLEAN HOOD AND FILT...
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE DINING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS; ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA.
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
OBSERVED LEAKING PIPES UNDER EXPOSED SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BROKEN FAUCET FOR EXPOSED SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE ABOVE PIPES AND FAUCET.
2012-11-14 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass Re-Inspection CRITICAL 6 ▾
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1188399, DATE 11-7-12, VIOLATION #29. THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS UNDER #29 CORRECTED; #30, PREP FOODS LABELED, #41, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES INSIDE THE BASEMENT REMOVED, AREA CLEANED AND ORGANIZED. TH...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NO DRAIN STOPPER ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE VENT COVER INSIDE THE CUSTOMER WASHROOM(WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATED); MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM; MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THRU-OUT DINING AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR OF CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEES WASHROOM(NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR EXPOSED HAND SINK.(SLOW DRANING AND WATER KEEPS ON CONTINOUSLY DRIPPNG WHEN YOU TURN IT OFF). MUST STOP THE LEAK ON BOTH FAUCETS OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETER INISDE THE REACH IN FREEZER AND PREP COOLER.
2012-11-07 Fail Canvass CRITICAL 8 ▾
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW
WASTE WATER BACKING UP ON THE FIRST AND 3RD COMPARTMENT SINK OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-030. PLUMBER CAME AND WAS ABLE TO FIX THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS NOW DRAINING ...
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS PANCAKES, EGGS, BEAN SOUP, CHICKEN SOUP, HAM,ETC. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-38-012.
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #521369 DATED 4/19/11. #30-MUST LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLER. #32- MUST SEAL RUSTY BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP REACH IN COOLER AND PREP TABLES. #34- MUST REPAIR FLOORS THRU-OUT KITCHEN,AND DISHW...
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
NO DRAIN STOPPER ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE VENT COVER INSIDE THE CUSTOMER WASHROOM(WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATED); MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS INSIDE THE EMPLOYEES WASHROOM; MUST REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES THRU-OUT DINING AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR OF CUSTOMER AND EMPLOYEES WASHROOM(NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY).
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
MUST REPAIR EXPOSED HAND SINK.(SLOW DRANING AND WATER KEEPS ON CONTINOUSLY DRIPPNG WHEN YOU TURN IT OFF). MUST STOP THE LEAK ON BOTH FAUCETS OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN.
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
MUST PROVIDE VISIBLE THERMOMETER INISDE THE REACH IN FREEZER AND PREP COOLER.
2011-04-19 Pass w/ Conditions Canvass CRITICAL 9 ▾
SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME
Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. ...
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 PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLER.
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 REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS AND SEAL RUSTY BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP REACH IN COOLER AND PR...
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-SANITIZE; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, FREEZER, MICROWAVE, BOTTOM PANELS OF STEAM TABLE AND PREP TABLES, AND STORAGE SHELVES UNDER FRONT SERVING COUNTER.
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 REPAIR FLOORS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREAS AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT PREMISES, INCLUDING BASEMENT.
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 REPAIR WALLS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND DISH WASHING AREA, CLEAN AND REPAINT WALLS. ALSO SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, AND REPAIR CEILING SAME AREAS.
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND DISH WASHING AREA...
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...
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT BASEMENT, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVEN PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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