Babas Halal
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
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Score
Babas Halal has been inspected 15 times since 2019. The most recent visit was on Jan 7, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around four violations across recent inspections versus roughly 14 violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 19 times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Babas Halal on the weaker side. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER RUSTED. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK-IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP AROUND THE CONDENSER UNIT INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER. MUST DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID FOR UNISEX TOILET ROOM AS REQUIRED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. ALSO REPLACE MISSING FILTERS AND CLEAN BULB.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Jan 8, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 4 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1LB. SHREEDED LETTUCE-52.2F.1.5LBS. SLICED TOMATO-55.4F ..5LB DICED TOMATO-52.3F ON TOPSIDE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AND 5LBS. PRE-COOKED CHICKEN WINGS-57.0F IN A PLASTIC BUSS PAN IN WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.8LBS. $40. (PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN IN TOILET ROOM.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND BULK )
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND REAR STORAGE AREA MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR STORAGE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE DOOR PANEL ON EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER.
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Dec 16, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE BRICKS HOLDING UP GRILL THAT HAVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP; THEY'RE NOT EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK
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Dec 10, 2024
Reinspection
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 60 OR MORE MICE DROPPING ON THE PREP TABLE UNDERNEATH THE MEAT SLICER, ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE PREP TABLE IN THE REAR PREP AREA, AND ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE OFFICE DESK. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/10/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13 (B:3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2608378 12/3/24 NOT CORRECTED.#54-5-501.15 : STILL OBSERVED ALL TWO OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES ABOVE RIM LIDS WIDE OPEN NOT ABLE TO CLOSE DUE TO OVERFLOWING OF GARBAGE. MUST HAVE LIDS CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING.#60- 8-404.13(B:4) : :#37- 3-302.12: MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND BULK CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #38-6-202.15: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR DOOR. #39-3-305.11: MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS. #47-4-501.12: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS.#49-4-601.11(C): MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE, FRYER CABINETS, ROLLING CARTS, COUNTERTOP UNDERNEATH DRINK MACHINES.#55-6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL BASES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. #56-6-501.14: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT THE TOP OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. (PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE BRICKS HOLDING UP GRILL THAT HAVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP; THEY'RE NOT EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.16 : MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG UP WET MOPS
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES .
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Dec 3, 2024
Complaint
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 6LBS.COOKED CHICKEN WINGS AT 61.0F IN WALK-IN COOLER.THE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY THE MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD-HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 6LBS. $20.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (FRIED CHICKEN, STEAK, GRILLED CHICKEN, TACOS, ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 4:07 P.M. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: THE HAND WASHING SINK WAS NOT ACCESSIBLE; OBSERVED A SMALL PAN AND A SCRUBBER INSIDE OF THE HAND SINK; ARTICLES WERE REMOVED DURING INSPECTION. MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA, AND STAFF TOILET ROOM PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION. MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL THREE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES ABOVE RIM LIDS WIDE OPEN NOT ABLE TO CLOSE DUE TO OVERFLOWING OF GARBAGE. MUST HAVE LIDS CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2596159 6/12/24 NOT CORRECTED.#36-4-204.112(B): MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR DESSERT COOLER.:#37- 3-302.12: MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND BULK CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE. #38-6-202.15: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR DOOR. #39-3-305.11: MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM WALK-IN FREEZER FLOOR AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.#45-4-903.11(A; C): MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.#47-4-101.19: MUST ELIMINATE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM GRILL TABLE, PREP TABLES AND AROUND PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. #47-4-501.11: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1 & 2- DOOR GLASS REACH-IN COOLER, LOOSE FANGUARD COVER IN WALK-IN FREEZER, EXTERIOR DOOR PANEL OF WALK IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR.#47-4-501.12: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS.#49-4-601.11(C): MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE, FRYER CABINETS, ROLLING CARTS, COUNTERTOP UNDERNEATH DRINK MACHINES.MUST REMOVE ICE FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK-IN FREEZER.#55-6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL BASES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA, MISSING CEILING TILE OVER DRINK MACHINES. #56-6-501.14: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM BOTH FILTERS AT THE TOP OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN IN TOILET ROOM.
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS SUCH AS 10 LBS. COOKED CHICKEN AT 121.8F AND 8LBS. SLICED GYROS MEAT-78.3F ON LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE. THE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY THE MANAGER. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 18LBS. $50.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE BOXES OF COOKING OIL FROM FLOOR AND STORE PROPERLY.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK-IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LOWER SHELF UNDER HAND SINK VANITY IN FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE BRICKS HOLDING UP GRILL THAT HAVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP; THEY'RE NOT EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS, OVERHEAD STORAGE SHELVES,WALK IN COOLER FANGUARD COVERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY BACKFLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HOOKING SYSTEM TO HANG UP WET MOPS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES AND FLOOR DRAINS.
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Jun 12, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4) : PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2595054 5/22/24 NOT CORRECTED.#57-2-102.13 : INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENTS. #58-2-102.13 : OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DBERIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE, FRYER CABINETS,ROLLING CARTS,COUNTER TOP UNDERNEATH DRINK MACHINES.MUST REMOVE ICE FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL BASES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,MISSING CEILING TILE OVER DRINK MACHINES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM BOTH FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR DESSERT COOLER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: : 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND BULK CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11 : MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-903.11(A;C) : MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR HANDLES ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1 & 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,LOOSE FANGUARD COVER IN WALK IN FREEZER,EXTERIOR DOOR PANEL OF WALK IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES AND AROUND PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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May 22, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS COOKED FOODS SUCH AS 6LBS.PRE-COOKED CHICKEN 90.7F.IN A PAN ON TABLE.2LBS. SLICED GYROS-104.0F IN A PAN ON LOWER SHELF.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 8LBS. $30.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS AT 20LBS. COOKED DICED CHICKEN-64.3F-74.8F.9LBS. COOKED STEAK-64.9F-68.0F.2LBS. SLICED GYROS-64.0F. INSIDE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 31LBS. $83.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 60.3F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL:CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2578516 7/11/23 NOT CORRECTED.#57-2-102.13 : INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENTS. #58-2-102.13 : OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR DESSERT COOLER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND BULK CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE FOOD PRODUCTS FROM WALK IN FREEZER FLOOR AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE FOIL AND CARDBOARD FROM GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES AND AROUND PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DOOR HANDLES ON 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1 & 2- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,LOOSE FANGUARD COVER IN WALK IN FREEZER,EXTERIOR DOOR PANEL OF WALK IN COOLER IN POOR REPAIR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DBERIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE, FRYER CABINETS,ROLLING CARTS,COUNTER TOP UNDERNEATH DRINK MACHINES.MUST REMOVE ICE FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL BASES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,MISSING CEILING TILE OVER DRINK MACHINES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM BOTH FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jul 11, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN FRONT COOLER WHICH HOLDS TCS FOODS WITH AN IMPROPER AMIBENT TEMP OF 53F. ALSO IN POOR REPAIR(RUBBER GASKET TORN. WHICH PREVENT DOOR FROM CLOSING PROPERLY) INSTRUCTED MANAGER NOT TO USE SAID COOLER UTIL IT CAN PROPERLY HOLD TEMP AT 41F OR BELOW (TAGGED/HELD FOR INSPECTION). PRIORITY CITATION ISSED #7-38-005.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES IN THE FRONT REACH IN COOLER: SUCH AS 20LBS OF CHICKEN AT 48.9F, 5lbs OF POLISH AT 53.0F, 10LBS OF HOT DOGS AT 50.0F,25lbs OF FISH AT 55.2F. TOTAL WEIGHT 60lbs AT $350 COST DISCARDED AND DENATURED. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-005.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON COUNTER TOP AND PREP TABLE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CART,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLER, WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,FRYER CABINETS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE SPILLS DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENTS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 17, 2022
Routine
3 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF WALK IN COOLER AT 54.9F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL LETTER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 4LBS. SLICED GYROS MEAT 73.8F IN PREP COOLER.20LBS. CUT LETTUCE 47.7F-48.1F .30LBS. AU JUS 49.6F-53.4F . 78 LBS. ITALIAN BEEF 51.8F-54.3F.120LBS. RAW CHICKEN WINGS 46.6F-46.9F.80LBS. MARINATED CHICKEN 49.5F-50.2F.STORED INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.332LBS.$2,336.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 8LBS. COOKED CHICKEN WINGS 81.4F IN A PLASTIC BIN ON PREP TABLE.4LBS. SLICED GYROS MEAT 84.1F IN A PAN ON PREP TABLE.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX.12LBS. $74.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS.
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Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,ROLLING CART,PREP TABLES,PREP COOLER, WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS,FRYER CABINETS,SHELVING UNITS, GARBAGE CANS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER, ALONG WALL BASES,UNDER AND AROUND EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT.
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Mar 31, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKET ON REACH-IN COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON BOTTOM SURFACES OF COOLERS, DEBRIS ON BOTTOM SURFACES OF PREP TABLES, GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST, DIRT, AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVING UNITS, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Mar 24, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TZATZIKI SAUCE 62.2F, SLICED TOMATOES 60.6F, DICED TOMATOES 53.2F STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 10LBS AND $10 OF PRODUCT. COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 53.9F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVES UNDER POP MACHINE, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020A CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING DOOR HANDLE AND GASKET ON REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON BOTTOM SURFACES OF COOLERS, GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jun 18, 2020
Reinspection
3 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (STEAK,CHICKEN,ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES. PREP COOLERS,REACH IN COOLERS,MEAT SLICER,STORAGE SHELVES AND CABINETS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID FOR UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR AND DRAINS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN LOBBY.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP AT HOOD AND FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.
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Jun 11, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
3
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE CANS OVER FLOWING WITH TRASH AND OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE ON LID.MUST HAVE GARBAGE IN TRASH CAN AND LIDS TIGHT FITTING.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GREASE CONTAINER.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1- DOOR PREP COOLER.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES. PREP COOLERS,REACH IN COOLERS,MEAT SLICER,STORAGE SHELVES AND CABINETS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID FOR UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR AND DRAINS.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN LOBBY.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE BUILD UP AT HOOD AND FILTERS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER AND CASHIER NOT WEARING FACE COVERING.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
64
Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 6FT.SOCIAL DISTANCE FOOT MARKINGS IN LOBBY AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 22, 2019
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: UNUSED EQUIPMENT (ICE MACHINE) ON SITE. INSTD TO REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHTSHIELDS ON BULBS ABOVE HOOD. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE.
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Aug 12, 2019
License
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Observed a reach in cooler maintaining an ambient temperature of 49F. Instructed to repair and maintain all coolers at or below 41F. Priority Violation 7-38-005.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to maintain records on premises. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Observed incomplete clean-up kit not containing sanitizer effective against norovirus. Instructed to add and maintain a sanitizer effective against norovirus. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
5
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed 20 mouse droppings in rear prep area on unused microwave and far rear area near utility sink. Instructed to remove, clean, sanitize, and maintain rodent free facility. No evidence of pest control service on site. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020(a)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: no pest control logbook or proof of service. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-020(c)
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: Observed low pressure on water in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain adequate water pressure. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-025
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Observed raw, untreated wood behind soda fountain in front prep area. Instructed to treat wood so it is not absorbent.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Observed multiple unused pieces of equipment throughout facility including an ice maker, soda fountain, microwaves, a prep table, and various boxes and utensils. Instructed to remove and maintain.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt and debris on caulk near front prep area and on floors throughout the facility. Instructed to clean and maintain.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed bulbs in kitchen hood without light guards. Instructed to install and maintain.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Observed build up of dirt and dust on fan in washroom. Instructed to clean and maintain.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Observed no evidence of allergen training for certified manager. Instructed to complete and maintain record on premises.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Babas Halal last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Babas Halal on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 15 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Babas Halal?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 19 times, more than any other issue at Babas Halal.
Has Babas Halal's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Babas Halal have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly 14 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Babas Halal means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is Babas Halal inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Babas Halal is inspected around two times per year on average.
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