Brandy's Restaurant

6262 N Harlem Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
American
Last inspected: Jan 12, 2026
64
Score
Medium Risk

Brandy's Restaurant has been inspected 26 times since 2010. Brandy's Restaurant was last inspected on Jan 12, 2026. A medium risk rating points to a few notable findings at the last inspection, though nothing severe.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around three violations to closer to six violations.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited 14 times.

That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. The full record sits in fairly typical territory for a working restaurant.

26
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
9
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 12, 2026
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHEESE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER AND PLACE IN CONTAINER WITHOUT LABEL CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM SHELVING UNITS. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED SOME USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION AT THE KITCHEN AREA AND DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE WALL
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME VENTS THROUGHTOUT FACILITY IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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64
Jan 13, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLICES OF CAKE, BAKLAVA, ETC. SOLD "TO GO" IN PLASTIC CLAM SHELLS WITH NO LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO LABLE WITH INGREDIENTS AND CONTACT INFORMATION.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE EMPLOYEE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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86
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE BUILDUP IN A WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE TOILET HANDLE IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
51
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR OF USED COOKING OIL CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINATIN AT ALL TIMES.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OIL BUILD UP INSIDE THE FRYER CABINET AND ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ON COMPRESSOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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78
Sep 27, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
16
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK COLD WATER HANDLE STRIPPED. MUST REPAIR COLD WATER HANDLE AT FRONT PREP AREA HANDWASH SINK AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EMPLOYEES WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE ALL DAMAGED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE EXPIRED ALSO OBSERVED ONE FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE UPDATED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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78
Jul 11, 2022
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARBOARD BOX USED TO STORE BROOMS. ALL BROOMS NEED TO BE STORED IN A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE CONTAINER.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WALLS AND DOORS IN REAR PREP NEED TO BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOPS NEED TO BE HUNG TO DRY AFTER USE.
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86
May 28, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-304.11 INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING VENTILATION INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM
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95
May 21, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: FOUND 3 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER (IN REAR PREP AREA) WITH TCS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE, WITH AN AIR TEMPERAURE OF 50.1F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, A COLD HOLDING UNIT WITH TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 41.0F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. (SERVICE TECHNICIAN ARRIVED ON SITE - AIR TEMPERATURE NOW AT 37.0F) PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS DURING STORAGE INSIDE 3 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER (AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50.1F) IN REAR PREP AREA. NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS: CHICKEN AT 49.7F/52.0F/51.5F/50.9F/50.5F, COOKED RICE AT 51.2F, PORK AT 50.4F, GROUND BEEF AT 46.9F, SOUR CREAM AT 50.2F, BEEF AT 49.8F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41.0F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 135.0F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $800.00, TOTAL WEIGHT 100 LBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2370019 ISSUED ON 05-01-2020. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED #36 - 4-204.112(B) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS. #37 - 3-302.12 INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (EG RICE, SALT, SUGAR ETC). #47 - 4-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE. #47 - 4-501.12 INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH BLACK STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER (LEFT SIDE) IN FRONT PREP/COOKING AREA. #47 - 4-501.11 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH GREASE AND RUST ACCUMULATION AT THE BOTTOM SHELF INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. #49 - 4-602.13 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN METAL STORAGE RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE WHITE MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. #55 - 6-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT WITH FOOD GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE HEAVY WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA.
55
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES/RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA AND MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR TOP AND SIDE OF GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM RECEPTACLE (INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM) MUST BE COVER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER/LID.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR NON WORKING VENTILATION INSIDE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
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May 1, 2020
Complaint
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS INSIDE COOLERS. MUST IDENTIFY PRODUCT SHELF LIFE OR "CONSUME BY" DATING (7 DAYS FROM PREPARATION DATE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND INCORRECT/INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE (INFORMATION GIVEN). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND SINKS (PREP/WASHROOMS).
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD CONTAINERS/BINS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (EG RICE, SALT, SUGAR ETC).
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WI BLACK STAIN AND DEEP SEAMS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER (LEFT SIDE) IN FRONT PREP/COOKING AREA.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REPAINT OR REPLACE STORAGE METAL RACKS WITH GREASE AND RUST ACCUMULATION AT THE BOTTOM SHELF INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN META STORAGE RACKS WITH EXCESSIVE WHITE MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP AND GREASE ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH FOOD GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN PREP/COOKING AREA.
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Sep 18, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR PREP AREA.
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86
Sep 11, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT# 2240430 ISSUED ON 11-20-2018. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED #10 - OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND TO MAINTAIN. #37 - PRE-PACKAGED FOODS (PASTRIES) OFFERED FOR SALE AT FRONT COUNTER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED I.E.NAME OF FOOD,NET QUANTITY OF CONTENTS,INGREDIENT LIST,MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS,BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS ZIP CODE AND TO MAINTAIN. #47 - OBSERVED TORN GASKETS AT DOORS OF THE REAR 3 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TORN GASKETS AND TO MAINTAIN. #49 - INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATIONS AND SHELVING IN WALK-IN-COOLER WITH ENCRUSTED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN. #55 - FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN. #56 - MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IS NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND TO MAINTAIN. #58 - PERSON(S) THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST ALSO HAVE A FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING/CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN. -
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE POSTED AND ON MENUS FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL VENT COVER WITH DUST AND GREASE ACCUMULATION IN DINING AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE REAR PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE SYRUP ACCUMULATION UNDER AND AROUND SODA SYRUP SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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70
Nov 20, 2018
Complaint
1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS SUCH AS (PASTAS,RICE,BEANS ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATED THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. FOOD MUST BE DISCARDED WITHIN 7 DAYS AFTER THE DATE IT WAS PREPARED, WITH THE DATE OF PREPARATION COUNTING AS DAY 1. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND TO MAINTAIN.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: PRE-PACKAGED FOODS (PASTRIES) OFFERED FOR SALE AT FRONT COUNTER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED I.E.NAME OF FOOD,NET QUANTITY OF CONTENTS,INGREDIENT LIST,MAJOR FOOD ALLERGENS,BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS ZIP CODE AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOK WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOODS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN IN PREP AREA WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS AT DOORS OF THE REAR 3 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TORN GASKETS AND TO MAINTAIN.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD ON TOP OF MAIN PREP LINE COOLER WORNED-OUT WITH STAINS.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD ACCUMULATIONS AND SHELVINGS IN WALK-IN-COOLER WITH ENCRUSTED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING AND TO MAINTAIN.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND CEILINGS AND FAN COVERS IN WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS ON FAN COVERS AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS AND TO MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING IN WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IS NOT WORKING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PERSON(S) THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST ALSO HAVE A FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING/CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 27, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed food stored in plastic grocery bags in the walk in freezer. Instructed facility to use only food grade materials and to maintain.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed dust buildup on the walk in cooler fanguards. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the exterior surfaces of the salamander to have grease accumulated on them. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Found dirt and debris on the floors in various areas: in the soda closet, in the rear electrical closet, and under the rear storage shelves. Instructed facility to clean all areas and to maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility (front prep and rear storage by walk in coolers). Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
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Feb 2, 2017
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Observed prepared foods not labeled throughout. Instructed facility to label and maintain. Observed desserts prepacked for customers to grab and go that are unlabeled. Instructed facility to label any prepackaged food for customers grab and go with name of contents, ingredients, date, allergens, and where it was produced and to maintain.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Observed knife stored between a prep table and cooler in the rear prep area. Instructed facility to store all utensils and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner and to maintain
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the large, white, square cutting board in the front prep area to have deep dark grooves in it. Instructed facility to clean/repair or replace and maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the drain pipe and compartment below the front exposed handsink to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the knife rack at the front prep area to be have dirt and food debris accumulated on it. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the shelf directly above the steam table to have dirt and food debris accumulated on the underside of it. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed the floors not maintained in various areas: in the boiler room found dirt and debris on floors, in the front prep area found dirt built up under floor mats and equipment and along wall bases, in the rear prep area found dirt accumulated along wall bases, in the soda room found dirt, debris, and syrup on the floors, and in the rear electrical closet found debris and clutter in the closet on floor. Instructed facility to clean all areas routinely and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the walk in cooler walls and ceiling to have dirt and food debris accumulated. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Observed grease accumulation on the exhaust hood filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak at the base of the neck of the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Observed the small coke cooler used for dessert item storage without a thermometer. Instructed facility to install and maintain a thermometer.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed washcloths stored on counters and tables throughout. Instructed facility to store all washcloths in approved sanitizer and maintain.
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Jan 25, 2017
Routine
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Found food at improper temperatures: in the steam table- 2lbs of cooked meatballs at 123.4f and 5lbs of cooked potatoes at 113.7f, in the prep area next to the flat top- 5lbs of cooked chicken at 96.2f, in the rear three door prep cooler- 10lbs of beef at 46.7f, 15lbs of lasagna at 45.3f, 10lbs of cheese at 46.1f, 120lbs of chicken at 48.0f, 10lbs of deli meat at 45.9f, 30lbs of cut greens at 47.2f, 12lbs of sauces (dressing and salsa) at 48.9f, 5lbs of pork at 44.9f, and 5lbs of sliced tomatoes at 47.1f. Operator discarded 229lbs of food with a stated value of $2000. Instructed facility to maintain all potentially hazardous foods at 40f or below or 140f or above. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed improper food storage: found raw beef stored above coleslaw in the front prep cooler, found eggs stored above beef in the walk in cooler, and found raw beef stored above vegetables in the walk in cooler. Instructed facility to store all foods in order of final cooking temperature with the highest final temperature stored on the bottom and the lowest stored on top. Correct and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
Inspector notes: Observed 7 boxes of frozen French fries in the prep area set out to thaw before cooking during the lunch rush as stated by owner. (Fries still at proper temperature.) Instructed facility that all potentially hazardous foods must remain at 40f or below or 140f or above until they are to be immediately cooked or prepared. Operator stored said fries in cooler during inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Observed the outside waste grease receptacle to have heavy grease accumulation on the top and on the ground surrounding it. Instructed facility to clean and maintain to help prevent pest harborage. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Observed prepared foods not labeled throughout. Instructed facility to label and maintain. Observed desserts prepacked for customers to grab and go that are unlabeled. Instructed facility to label any prepackaged food for customers grab and go with name of contents, ingredients, date, allergens, and where it was produced and to maintain.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Observed knife stored between a prep table and cooler in the rear prep area. Instructed facility to store all utensils and equipment in a clean and sanitary manner and to maintain
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed the large, white, square cutting board in the front prep area to have deep dark grooves in it. Instructed facility to clean/repair or replace and maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed the drain pipe and compartment below the front exposed handsink to be dirty. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the knife rack at the front prep area to be have dirt and food debris accumulated on it. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed the shelf directly above the steam table to have dirt and food debris accumulated on the underside of it. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed the floors not maintained in various areas: in the boiler room found dirt and debris on floors, in the front prep area found dirt built up under floor mats and equipment and along wall bases, in the rear prep area found dirt accumulated along wall bases, in the soda room found dirt, debris, and syrup on the floors, and in the rear electrical closet found debris and clutter in the closet on floor. Instructed facility to clean all areas routinely and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed the walk in cooler walls and ceiling to have dirt and food debris accumulated. Instructed facility to clean, sanitize, and maintain. Observed grease accumulation on the exhaust hood filters. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area. Instructed facility to replace and maintain.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed a small leak at the base of the neck of the three compartment sink. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Observed the small coke cooler used for dessert item storage without a thermometer. Instructed facility to install and maintain a thermometer.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Observed washcloths stored on counters and tables throughout. Instructed facility to store all washcloths in approved sanitizer and maintain.
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Jul 19, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 18, 2016
Routine
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND FACILITIES WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE. NOTED 2 DOOR PREP COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 57.3F, 3 DOOR PREP COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 51.4F (INFRONT PREP AREA), 3 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50.9F, 3 DOOR PREP COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48.9F (REAR PREP AREA). INSTRUCTED MANAGER, ALL COOLERS WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE INSIDE THE SAID COOLERS. NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING FOOD PRODUCTS ARE: HAMBURGER AT 46.7F/ 44.9F, CHEESE AT 47F/48.9F. HAM AT 44.6F/46.5F, SLICED TOMATOES AT 45.5F/46,5F, GROUND BEEF AT 46,7F, STEAK AT 49.1F, TURKEY AT 49.4F,CUCUMBER SAUCE 47.8F, SOUR CREAM AT 48.9F, ROTISSERIE CHICKEN AT 46.9F/47.8F/46.3F, BEEF AT 47.8F/48.6F, CHICKEN AT 46.4F/47.2F/48.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 140F OR ABOVE. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL VALUE $5,000.00, TOTAL WEIGHT 500 LBS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (A)
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Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector notes: FOUND WASTEWATER BACKING UP AT 3 COMPARTMENT AND 2 COMPARTMENT SINK FROM MIDDLE COMPARTMENT INTO 1ST AND 3RD COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND WASTE WATER BACKING UP AT 2 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND REDDISH FOOD DEBRIS IN COLOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND FRONT ENTRANCE BOTTOM DOOR (EXTERIOR) NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/4 INCH GAP/OPENING. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOFED BOTTOM OF THE SAID DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT # 1532702 ISSUED ON 04-08-2015. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 #33 - CAN OPENER, DEEP FRYER CABINET, AND FAN COVERS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. #34 - FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY. #35 - VENTILATION COVERS IN REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST AND DETAIL CLEAN. CEILING TILE STAINED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE. #36 - LIGHT NOT PROVIDED IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LIGHT. #45 - ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD CONTAINTERS MUST HAVE LABEL AND DATE IN ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP SEAMS AND BLACK STAIN ON TOP OF PREP COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA.--------MUST REPLACE BROKEN RUBBER GASKET AROUND 2 DOOR PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THUR OUT THE KITCHEN AND REAR KITCHEN UNDER AND AROUND NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING, HAS FOOD DEBRI,AND GREASE
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALL WITH DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET NECK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER ACCURATE AND VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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Apr 8, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CAN OPENER, EXHAUST HOOD AND PARTS, DEEP FRYER CABINET, AND FAN COVERS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN DAILY.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: COVING NOT MAINTAINED ALONG WALLBASE BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND WALL NEXT TO WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING TILE AND RESEAL. VENTILATION COVERS IN REAR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DUST AND DETAIL CLEAN. CEILING TILE STAINED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT NOT PROVIDED IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL LIGHT.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ESTABLISHMENT HAS NOT MET REQUIREMENT FOR FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING HANDLED.
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Nov 4, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 28, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1401242 DATED ON 02/14/14 NOT CORRECTED-#31 OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SHIELD/PROTECT SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN, #32 OBSERVED LARGE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AND DISHWASH ARE WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/MAINTAIN DAMAGED CUTTING BOARDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THE ABOVE PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE REACH IN COOLERS/FREEZERS AROUND DOORS AND CORNERS AND FOOD BUILD UP INSIDE COOLERS/FREEZERS DOOR GASKETS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE/FOOD BUILD UP ON FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRYERS AND FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP ALONG WALLS/CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISHWASH AREAS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR BASE TILES IN POOR REPAIR/LOOSE FROM WALL ADJACENT TO FRONT PREP EXPOSED HANDWASH BOWL, CRACKS AND CREVICES BETWEEN WALL PANELS AT REAR PREP AREA BY 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, OBSERVED SMALL HOLES IN WALL ABOVE 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT REAR PREP AREA ALSO FOOD STAINS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/DISHWASH AREA. MUST CLEAN WALLS AND SEAL ALL HOLES/CRACKS/CREVICES AND DAMAGED FLOOR BASE TILES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEILING LIGHT COVER CRACKED/DAMAGED ABOVE MEAT SLICER AT REAR PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT COVER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING AT BASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SINK.
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Feb 18, 2014
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO SHIELD/PROTECT SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE LARGE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MULTIPLE DAMAGED REFRIGERATION GASKETS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON INTERIOR WALLS AND CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER AND LOWER COMPARTMENTS OF FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL ABOVE HANDSINK NEAR FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
35
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INFORMED THAT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR.
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION COVERS WITH DIRT BUILDUP ABOVE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AT THE FAUCET HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COCA COLA REACH IN COOLER NEAR FRONT DOOR WITHOUT A REFRIGERATION THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 14, 2014
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: MANAGER STATED THAT FACILITY REMOVED REAR HAND SINK NEAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RE-INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAR DISHWASHING AREA WITH RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER AND MAINTAIN. 48 HOUR NOTICE GIVEN. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDSINK NEAR FRONT COUNTER AS A WORK AROUND. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD MUST BE IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND PROPERLY LABELED.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT ADEQUATELY PROTECTED. INSTRUCTED TO SHIELD/PROTECT SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE LARGE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MULTIPLE DAMAGED REFRIGERATION GASKETS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT BUILDUP ON INTERIOR WALLS AND CEILING OF WALK IN COOLER AND LOWER COMPARTMENTS OF FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL ABOVE HANDSINK NEAR FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
35
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: INFORMED THAT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR.
37
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENTILATION COVERS WITH DIRT BUILDUP ABOVE REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHWASHING AREA AT THE FAUCET HANDLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COCA COLA REACH IN COOLER NEAR FRONT DOOR WITHOUT A REFRIGERATION THERMOMETER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 26, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ITEMS TO BE IMPROPER BETWEEN 47.0F AND 48.0F INSIDE REACH IN COOLER AT THE REAR AND WALK IN COOLER. ROAST BEEF 48.7F AND CONTAINER OF WHOLE CHICKEN 47.8F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 35LBS OF FOOD WORTH $160.00 THROUGH DENATURING PROCESS. DISCUSSED THE PROPER METHOD OF COOLING DOWN FOOD BEFORE STORAGE.TEMPERATURE OF BOTH COOLERS WAS OKAY 38.3F FOR SERVICE COOLER AND 39.2 FOR THE WALK IN COOLER. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-005(A)
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: NOTED EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD AT THE SERVICE LINE (FRONT PREP AREA), WIPE HIS NOSE WITH HIS HANDS THEN PROCEEDS TO THE STORAGE AREA AND BACK TO THE PREPARING FOOD WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ENFORCE HYGIENIC PRACTICES THROUGH HAND WASHING ESPECIALLY. CITATION ISSUED FOR CRITICAL VIOLATION #7-38-010(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD AT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH DEEP CUTS TO PREVENT FOOD CONTAMINATION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE OR ORGANIZE CLUUTER INSIDE THE ELECTRICAL ROOM AT THE REAR TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Jan 20, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Found food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, reach in coolers, and walk in freezer, must date and label food items in walk in cooler, reach in cooler and walk in freezer.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Walk in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust shall be replaced/repaired, reach in cooler shelving had peeling paint, shall be repaired/replaced. Rear storage shelving that had rust/peeling paint shall be repaired/sealed.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving, reach in cooler shelving not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices). Non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, prep table lower shelving need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in walk in cooler, rear kitchen storage areas, and boiler room closet not clean need detailed cleaning.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles(due to water damaged) in rear kitchen prep area shall be replaced, missing ceiling tiles in rear kitchen storage area shall be provided.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Broken/damaged light shields in kitchen prep area shall be replaced, missing light shields in rear storage are shall be provided, light shields in coolers, kitchen prep areas, and rear storage areas need cleaning.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Exhaust vents(ventilation) in walk in cooler, kitchen prep areas, dining areas, bathroom need cleaning, exhaust canopy needs detailed cleaning.
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May 16, 2011
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Single use articles not properly stored. Instructed to invert, dispense or wrap utensils to prevent contamination before.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Can opener attached to prep table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize after every use.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ceiling tile damaged and missing in areas. Instructed to replace all ceiling tile. Ventilation and light covers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Light bulb under exhaust hood not shielded. Instructed to shield bulbs. Light not provided in electrical room. Instructed to install light fixture.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Faucet not maintained at two compartment sink. Instructed to replace faucet or repair washer.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have thermometers conspicuous inside all coolers.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in a sanitize holder or container.
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Dec 15, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE BOTTOM SHELVE ABOVE THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, THE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH I FREEZER,AND THE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND CORNER OF THE MENS'S WASHROOM NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. HOOD OF THE BROASTER OVEN GREASY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CEILING BY THE VENT ABOVE THE SALAD PREP TABLE WITH DUST ACCUMNULATED. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 16, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LABEL, NAME OF THE PRODUCT AND DATE ON ALL FOOD CONTAINER INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND 3 DOOR COOLER.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RECAULK THE EXPOSED HANDSINK SPLASHGUARD IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. CAULKING WORN OUT.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR INSIDE THE BOILER ROOM WITH DEBRIS, FLOOR UNDER THE WIRE RACK INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER, FLOOR BEHIND THE CHICKEN ROASTER, AND FLOOR UNDER AND BEHIND ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VENT COVER INSIDE THE LADIES, MEN, AND EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM WITH ACCUMULATED DUST BUILT UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. FAN COVER INSIDE THE 3 DOOR COOLER WITH DUST BUILT UP.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NO LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS INSIDE THE COCA COOLER WITH SPINACH PIE, CHEESE,BREAD AND DRESSINGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD AND END CAPS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Brandy's Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Brandy's Restaurant on file is from Jan 12, 2026. The public record contains 26 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Brandy's Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Brandy's Restaurant.

Has Brandy's Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Brandy's Restaurant have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.

What does a medium risk rating mean?

A medium risk rating at Brandy's Restaurant means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.

How often is Brandy's Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Brandy's Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.