Buffalo Wild Wings
Last inspected: May 27, 2025
100
Score
Buffalo Wild Wings appears in inspection records 27 times, starting in 2015. The latest inspection on file is from May 27, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around five violations to closer to two violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 16 times.
Buffalo Wild Wings' latest score of 100 sits above the Chicago average of 81. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspection History
May 27, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 21, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2616910 ON 5/5/25 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED APPROX. 60 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE 2ND FLOOR BAR AND DRINK SERVICE STATION, RESTROOM AND FOOD PREP AREAS, IN THE 2ND FLOOR DINING ROOM, IN THE STORAGE ROOM OF THE 1ST FLOOR OUTSIDE OF THE BAR AND ON THE CEILING AND PIPES ABOVE THE 1ST FLOOR BAR AND DINING AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. CLEAN THE HORIZONTAL SURFACES ABOVE THE PREP COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. CLEAN THE FLOOR AND FLOOR DRAINS IN THE DISH ROOM AND FOOD PREP AREA AND BEHIND THE BARS.
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May 13, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2616910 ON 5/5/25 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED APPROX. 20 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE 2ND FLOOR BAR AND FOOD PREP AREAS, AND IN THE 2ND FLOOR DINING ROOM. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. CLEAN THE HORIZONTAL SURFACES ABOVE THE PREP COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE.
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82
May 5, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SANITIZER DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. THE DISH MACHINE DISPLAY STATED ADD SANITIZER AND THERE WAS NO SANITIZER IN THE CONTAINER WHILE THE MACHINE WAS BEING USED TO WASH GLASSWARE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITIZER AT 100 PPM CHLORINE AT THE FINAL RINSE. ALSO OBSERVED THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF AN IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR AT 153.9F WHEN PLACED INSIDE OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT THE 2ND FLOOR DISH ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF ALL UTENSILS MUST REACH 160F TO PROPERLY BE SANITIZED WITH HOT WATER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE MACHINE SO THAT THE PROPER SURFACE TEMPERATURE IS REACHED FOR ALL UTENSILS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 46F, HAMBURGERS AT 48F, CHEESE AT 51F, MACARONI AND CHEESE AT 60F, AND CUT TOMATOES AT 46F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD TCS FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 5-DRAWER PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE GRILL WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 60F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MACARONI AND CHEESE AND CUT TOMATOES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX. 50 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE 2ND FLOOR BAR AND FOOD PREP AREA, 2ND FLOOR DINING ROOM AND 1ST FLOOR STORAGE ROOM OFF OF THE BAR AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENILS BEING SANITIZED INSIDE OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE TOP AND SIDES OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. CLEAN THE HORIZONTAL SURFACES ABOVE THE PREP COOLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALLS AND CEILING OF THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE.
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Jul 18, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE, AND FIRST FLOOR BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDES DOCUMENTATION.
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Jul 11, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED (CHICKEN, FRENCH FRIES, ETC.) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM THE 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO THE 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE, AND FIRST FLOOR BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH THE COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDES DOCUMENTATION.
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Jul 7, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE DISHWASHING AREA THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 OBSERVED FLOOR TILES MISSING GROUT IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 30, 2023
Complaint
3 major violations. 4 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOKS' LINE HANDWASHING SINK INACCESSIBLE. THE HANDWASHING SINK WAS BLOCKED WITH A LARGE GARBAGE CAN DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF IT DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE HANDWASHING SINKS ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES TO ALLOW FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. THE GARBAGE CAN WAS RELOCATED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE KITCHEN EXPO HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030-(C). CONSOLIDATED WITH THE ABOVE CITATION. PAPER TOWELS ARE NOW PROVIDED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 100 LIVE FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 70 ON THE CEILING AND PIPES ABOVE THE 1ST-FLOOR BAR AND DINING AREA, 20 ON THE WALL BEHIND THE 2ND-FLOOR BAR, 10 ON THE REAR HALLWAY LEADING TO THE DUMPSTER, AND 5 ON THE DISHWASHING ROOM WALLS AND CEILING. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE DISHWASHING AREA THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 2ND-FLOOR BAR DUMP SINK (LOCATED OUTSIDE THE BAR NEXT TO THE STAIRWELL) SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE FRYERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES MISSING GROUT IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 27, 2023
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE THIRD HANDWASHING SINK (OUT OF 4) FROM THE LEFT IN THE MENS WASHROOM WITH HOT WATER AT 88F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 100-120F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS.
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Apr 20, 2023
Complaint
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER AT 53F. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW INSIDE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. COOLER TAGGED AND MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND COLD TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE PREP COOLER LOCATED CLOSEST TO THE DISH ROOM. GRILLED ONION, CUT TOMATOES, SHREDDED LETTUCE, PULLED PORK, COOKED CHICKEN, MAC N CHEESE, GARLIC AIOLI, AND GUACAMOLE FOUND AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 45F TO 63F. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD AND DENATURE SAID TCS FOODS AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN ALL COLD HOLDING TCS FOODS AT OR BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. FOOD DISCARDED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (CHICKEN WINGS, BEEF BURGERS, SALAD). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 125 LIVE FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 75 IN THE 2ND FLOOR KITCHEN, 25 IN THE REAR HALLWAY LEADING TO THE DUMPSTER, 10 IN THE 1ST FLOOR MENS WASHROOM, 5 IN THE 1ST FLOOR WOMENS WASHROOM, AND 10 IN THE 2ND FLOOR BAR. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE THIRD HANDWASHING SINK (OUT OF 4) FROM THE LEFT IN THE MENS WASHROOM WITH HOT WATER AT 88F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 100-120F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.
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Dec 19, 2022
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW BURGERS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE AT 45.8F INSIDE OF PREP COOLER. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41.0F OR BELOW INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT. FOOD WAS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS AT A COST OF $40.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF PREP COOLER AT 46.2F. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW INSIDE OF A COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (CHICKEN WINGS, SALAD). INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN FAMILY BATHROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. JANITOR PROVIDED SOAP IN BATHROOM.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING ROOM AND AT HAND SINK LOCATED BY WALK IN COOLERS (2ND FLOOR). MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES FOR EMPLOYEES TO PROPERLY DRY HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR CITATION. PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED BY EMPLOYEE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST HEAVY ICE BUILD UP ON FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER (2ND FLOOR).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD, GREASE AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN ON 2ND FLOOR AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 5, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 5/2/2022, REPORT #2555121.#38-OBSERVED OVER 100 FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-42-090 . CITATION ISSUED. MANAGER MINIMIZED FLY ACTIVITY BY END OF INSPECTION. PEST CONTROL SERVICE ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SERVICE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12-OBSERVED DIRTY CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA WITH DARK YELLOW STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19-OBSERVED BROKEN SPLASHGUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND SEAL.
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May 2, 2022
Reinspection
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111-OBSERVED OVER 100 FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(a).
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-302.13-OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS ON SITE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO ACCURATELY MEASURE THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE INSIDE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4)-PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 4/21/2021, REPORT #2500516. #49-OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS AND OVEN UNIT) IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. #55NOTED BLACK SLIM SUBSTANCE WALL AND ALONG 3-COMPARTMENT WARE WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. -#57-OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19-OBSERVED BROKEN SPLASHGUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND SEAL.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12-OBSERVED DIRTY CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA WITH DARK YELLOW STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114-OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER WITH CARD BOARD BOXES IN PREP AREA ON 2ND FLOOR. MUST REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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Apr 28, 2022
Complaint
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE AT 62.6F AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT 2ND FLOOR BAR. IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE FOUND AT 94.1F HAND SINK IN FAMILY BATHROOM 2ND FLOOR. IMPROPER WATER TEMPERATURE FOUND AT 92.4F AT HAND SINK LOCATED 2ND FLOOR WAITER/REGISTER AREA. MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURE AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT 100.0F OR ABOVE THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 4/21/2021, REPORT #2500516. #49-OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS AND OVEN UNIT) IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. #55NOTED BLACK SLIM SUBSTANCE WALL AND ALONG 3-COMPARTMENT WARE WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. -#57-OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION ON 4/21/2021, REPORT #2500516. INSTRUCTED TO POST RECENT SUMMARY REPORT VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-42-010(b). CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO PERSON ON SITE WITH AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(CHICKEN). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT 2ND FLOOR BAR. MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED AT BAR ON 2ND FLOOR. NO PAPER TOWELS WERE FOUND AT HAND SINK LOCATED ON 2ND FLOOR WAITER STATION. MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AT HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY DRY HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR CITATION.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 100 FRUIT FLIES THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS ON SITE FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO ACCURATELY MEASURE THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE INSIDE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN SPLASHGUARD ON LEFT SIDE OF HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND SEAL.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRTY CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA WITH DARK YELLOW STAINS AND DEEP GROOVES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER WITH CARD BOARD BOXES IN PREP AREA ON 2ND FLOOR. MUST REMOVE FROM PREMISES.
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Apr 21, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEST STRIPS/TESTING DEVICE ON SITE TO ADEQUATELY MEASURE THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE (160F) AFTER THE FINAL RINSE IN THE THREE ON-SITE HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTED METAL PANEL INSIDE ICE BINS OF ICE MACHINES ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS AND OVEN UNIT) IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM SMALLER HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE IN DISH AREA AND POOLING ON TO SURROUNDING FLOOR WHILE IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE COMPARTMENT WARE WASHING SINK IN DISH AREA WITHOUT APPROVED GREASE TRAP. ALL SINKS IN WHICH FOOD, UTENSILS, AND EQUIPMENT SHALL BE CONNECTED TO ALSO HAVE A CATCH-BASIN OR BE EQUIPPED WITH AN APPROVED GREASE INTERCEPTOR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN, INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED BLACK SLIM SUBSTANCE WALL AND ALONG 3-COMPARTMENT WARE WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Apr 17, 2020
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER FRYERS TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FLOOR DRAINS IN DISHWASHING AREA AND BEHIND BARS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE LIGHT SHIELD ON THE COOKING SIDE OF THE PREP LINE WAS CRACKED; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIGHT SHIELD.
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Apr 12, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY NOTICE ON MENU FOR ALL CUSTOMERS TO SEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN, DISCOLORED DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A BARRIER TO STOP CUSTOMERS FROM ENTERING SERVER AREA FOR THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN SODA DISPENSERS AND ALL CONTACT SURFACES OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP AND STICKY SUBSTANCES. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA, 2ND FLOOR FRONT BAR, 1ST FLOOR BAR, 1ST FLOOR SERVICE BAR, AND REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL STICKY SUBSTANCE AND FOOD SPILLS CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 5, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CONSUMER ADVISORY NOTICE ON MENU FOR ALL CUSTOMERS TO SEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND 1ST FLOOR ICE MACHINE WITH A PINK SUBSTANCE ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE ICE BIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO BURN ALL ICE AND HAVE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED PRIOR TO USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 OR MORE FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA, 2ND BAR AREA, 1ST FLOOR BAR AND 1ST FLOOR REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL EFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A BARRIER TO STOP CUSTOMERS FROM ENTERING SERVER AREA FOR THE 1ST FLOOR BAR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN, DISCOLORED DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN SODA DISPENSERS AND ALL CONTACT SURFACES OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP AND STICKY SUBSTANCES. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA, 2ND FLOOR FRONT BAR, 1ST FLOOR BAR, 1ST FLOOR SERVICE BAR, AND REAR STORAGE AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL STICKY SUBSTANCE AND FOOD SPILLS CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 10, 2018
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN STICKY SUBSTANCE FROM CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT BEHIND BARS ON 1ST & 2ND FLOORS, AND FROM CONTACT SURFACES AT ALL POS (WAIT STATIONS) THROUGHOUT. CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLES IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. ALSO, CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM THE SIDE OF THE FRYER ADJACENT TO THE WING COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA, FROM FLOORS BEHIND BOTH BARS, AND FROM FLOORS IN THE WALK IN WING COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER ON THE 2ND FLOOR. CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN IN PREP AREA IN FRONT OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION OFF KITCHEN HOOD FILTERS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN POS (WAIT)STATION IN 1ST FLOOR SEATING AREA. ALSO, VERY OFFENSIVE ODOR PRESENT IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM ON 1ST FLOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ORGANIZE BETTER OR REMOVE CLUTTER FROM 1ST FLOOR UNDER STAIRS, AND THE AREA BETWEEN THE WING COOLER AND FRYER IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA.
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Apr 3, 2018
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 SMALL LIVE FLIES ON WALLS, CEILINGS, ON BAR AND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA, DISH MACHINE ROOM, AND THE 1ST & 2ND FLOOR BARS AREAS. ALSO, ON THE WALL AROUND THE ICE MACHINE, AND INSIDE THE FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT OF THE ICE MACHINE ON THE 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PET CONTROL PROVIDER FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN STICKY SUBSTANCE FROM CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT BEHIND BARS ON 1ST & 2ND FLOORS, AND FROM CONTACT SURFACES AT ALL POS (WAIT STATIONS) THROUGHOUT. CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLES IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. ALSO, CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM THE SIDE OF THE FRYER ADJACENT TO THE WING COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA, FROM FLOORS BEHIND BOTH BARS, AND FROM FLOORS IN THE WALK IN WING COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER ON THE 2ND FLOOR. CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN IN PREP AREA IN FRONT OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION OFF KITCHEN HOOD FILTERS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM ON 1ST FLOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY TOILET IN FAMILY RESTROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN POS (WAIT)STATION IN 1ST FLOOR SEATING AREA. ALSO, VERY OFFENSIVE ODOR PRESENT IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM ON 1ST FLOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ORGANIZE BETTER OR REMOVE CLUTTER FROM 1ST FLOOR UNDER STAIRS, AND THE AREA BETWEEN THE WING COOLER AND FRYER IN 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA.
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May 10, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, POSTED OR AVAILABLE, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, SEE FOOD TEMPS BELOW, DURING THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS WITH PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR ACTUAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE AVAILABLE, AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED, SERVED AND PREPARED, SERIOUS ISSUED: 7-38-012
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN FIRST FLOOR REAR STORAGE AND 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS, UNDER AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DAILY,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN SOME AREAS FIRST AND SECOND FLOORS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE ALL AREAS,
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82
Sep 23, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SAUCE CONTAINERS AT MAIN PREP LINE NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP. ALSO NOTED OLD FOOD DEBRIS AROUND SYRUP BOXES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL WALLS AND CEILING IN PREP, BAR, DISHWASHING AREAS AND STAIRWELL NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATED. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Sep 16, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: LIVE SMALL FLIES (OVER 30) NOTED ON WALLS UNDER TVS ON 1ST FLOOR, ON CEILING, WALLS AND STORAGE BOXES ON 2ND FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE, AND ON SURFACES IN 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA. INSTD TO ELIMINATE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATIONS ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SAUCE CONTAINERS AT MAIN PREP LINE NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP. ALSO NOTED OLD FOOD DEBRIS AROUND SYRUP BOXES. ALL DUMP SINK BASINS IN BAR AREAS NOT CLEAN, OLD STRAWS, LEMONS, GARNISHES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: ALL WALLS AND CEILING IN PREP, BAR, DISHWASHING AREAS AND STAIRWELL NOT CLEAN, FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATED. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 10, 2016
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: NO HOT NOR TEMPERED WATER AT EXPOSED HANDSINK IN DISHWASHING AREA OR AT EXPOSED HANDSINK AT SOUTH AND NORTH END OF PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL. HOT WATER WAS PROVIDED BY END OF INSPECTION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS DISCOLORED WITH BLACK STAINS. INSTD TO REPLACE/MAINTAIN CUTTING BOARDS AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINES NOT CLEAN. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS AND IN/OUT SWINGING DOORS AT STAIRWELL LEADING TO PREP AREA NOT CLEAN, FOOD SPILLS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD IN DISHWASHING AREA. PROVIDE SAME.
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Feb 16, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LOW WATER PRESSURE AT TOILET ROOM HANDSINKS. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME. ALSO ADJUST TIMERS TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF RUNNING WATER (AT LEAST 15 SECONDS).
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Feb 9, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: LOW TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE AT 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA CURRENTLY IN USE, UNABLE TO SANITIZE. 0PPM OF CHLORINE WHEN TESTED. UNIT TAGGED AND INSTD NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED AND REINSPECTED BY CDPH. INSTD TO USE 2ND FLOOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE OR ANY 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL
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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: LIVE FLIES (OVER 30) NOTED ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN STAIRWELL LEADING TO PREP AREA AND ALSO IN DISMACHINE AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CRACKED DOOR ON ICE MACHINE LOCATED ON 2ND FLOOR. REPAIR SAME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DISHWASHING AREA FLOOR NOT CLEAN NOR DRY, STANDING WATER IN AREAS, INSTD TO KEEP CLEAN AND DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS UNDER DISHMACHINE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK 2ND FLOOR. HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE LEAKING. REPAIR SAME FREE OF LEAKS. LOW WATER PRESSURE AT TOILET ROOM HANDSINKS. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME. ALSO ADJUST TIMERS TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF RUNNING WATER (AT LEAST 15 SECONDS).
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Sep 22, 2015
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES, MUST PROVIDE.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR SECTION OF FLOOR AT FRONT DOORS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES (CELILINGS) ABOVE BOTH BARS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Buffalo Wild Wings last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Buffalo Wild Wings on file is from May 27, 2025. The public record contains 27 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Buffalo Wild Wings?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 16 times, more than any other issue at Buffalo Wild Wings.
Has Buffalo Wild Wings' inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Buffalo Wild Wings have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Buffalo Wild Wings 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 Buffalo Wild Wings inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Buffalo Wild Wings is inspected around three times per year on average.
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