Chi Cafe
Last inspected: Jul 23, 2025
86
Score
Across the available record, Chi Cafe has 30 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. The most recent visit was on Jul 23, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around eight violations each.
The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited 19 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Chi Cafe is doing better than most peers. Taken together, the history is a positive one.
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Inspection History
Jul 23, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASH SIGNAGE IN MEN AND WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN STORAGE CLOSET NEXT TO RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES OFF FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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86
Jun 7, 2024
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASING SINK IN THE FRONT SMOOTHIE/ COFFEE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS NEAR THE REAR DISWASHING AREA AND ALONG THE SIDE OF THE CLEAR WINDOW BARRIER BETWEEN THE HOT COOKING LINE AND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D): OBSERVED CLEAN SHEET TRAYS STORED ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE THE SHEET TRAYS AND REFRAIN FROM STORING CLEAN DISHWASHWARE ON THE FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE LOWER INTEROR OF THE NOODLE BOILER EQUIPMENT, STOVES, MICROWAVES AND OVENS WITH FOOD SPLATTERS, SEVERE GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT CLEAN. THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY THE SIDE OF WOK EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE ENCRUSTED AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE FRYER BASKETS STORED INSIDE THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN FOOD CONTACT SURAFCES AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15: OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINING HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD. WATER FILLS UP SINK IN APPROXIMATELY 8-10 SECONDS AND SLOWLY DRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND FLOORS IN NEED OF REGROUTING THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA, THE AREA WHERE THE DRY INGREDIENTS ARE STORED, THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, NEAR THE HOT WATER TANK. OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE OPENINGS OF THE FLOOR TILES IN THE MENTIONED AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND REGROUT ALL MENTIONED FLOORS AND WERE ELSE IS NEEDED AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE USE OF CARDBAORD BOXES THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED A LIDS TO COVER FOOD ITEMS IN THE REFRIGERATORS AND UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD BOXES AND ONLY USE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES FOR LIDS TO COVER FOOD ITEMS.
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May 31, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30-45 RAT DROPPINGD AND 5 MICE DROPPINGS. THE RAT DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE DRY SPICE STORAGE UNIT IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND ON THE FAR REAR LEDGE ON THE INTERIOR OF THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE NOODLE BOILER EQUIPMENT. THE MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED ON A LID OF A WHITE BUCKET IN THE STORAGE CLOSET IN NEAR THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RAT AND MICE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 04/05/2023, REPORT #2573731 #49) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND BUILD UP, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS TO REMOVE HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLDING UNITS. #INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE GREASE, DIRT AND PARTICLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOT WATER MACHINE FOR TEA, SINKS, ALL CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA, KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND PARTICLES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION:7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASING SINK IN THE FRONT SMOOTHIE/ COFFEE STATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOORS AND WALLS NEAR THE REAR DISWASHING AREA AND ALONG THE SIDE OF THE CLEAR WINDOW BARRIER BETWEEN THE HOT COOKING LINE AND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOP IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE. ALSO, OBSERVED THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS FILLED WITH GREASE NOT COVERED WHILE THE FACILITY IS NOT OPEN AND OPERATING AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP; FOR EXAMPLE, INSIDE OF A BIN AND KEEP FOOD ITEMS COVERED WHILE NOT IN USE TO AVOID CONTAMINATION.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAN SHEET TRAYS STORED ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE THE SHEET TRAYS AND REFRAIN FROM STORING CLEAN DISHWASHWARE ON THE FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LOWER INTEROR OF THE NOODLE BOILER EQUIPMENT, STOVES, MICROWAVES AND OVENS WITH FOOD SPLATTERS, SEVERE GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT CLEAN. THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ESPECIALLY THE SIDE OF WOK EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE ENCRUSTED AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRYER BASKETS STORED INSIDE THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN FOOD CONTACT SURAFCES AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLOW DRAINING HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD. WATER FILLS UP SINK IN APPROXIMATELY 8-10 SECONDS AND SLOWLY DRAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE USE OF CARDBAORD BOXES THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED A LIDS TO COVER FOOD ITEMS IN THE REFRIGERATORS AND UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD BOXES AND ONLY USE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES FOR LIDS TO COVER FOOD ITEMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND FLOORS IN NEED OF REGROUTING THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP/ DISHWASHING AREA, THE AREA WHERE THE DRY INGREDIENTS ARE STORED, THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, NEAR THE HOT WATER TANK. OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE OPENINGS OF THE FLOOR TILES IN THE MENTIONED AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND REGROUT ALL MENTIONED FLOORS AND WERE ELSE IS NEEDED AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 5, 2023
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING SIGNS IN WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS ON THE REAR STORAGE SHELF IN KITCHEN NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND BUILD UP, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS TO REMOVE HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLDING UNITS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE GREASE, DIRT AND PARTICLES. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVES IN CLOSET BETWEEN WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOT WATER MACHINE FOR TEA, SINKS, ALL CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA, KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST AND INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST AND PARTICLES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM IN THE KITCHEN ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS IN HOOD.
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Mar 16, 2022
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET ON HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS IN REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF REPLACING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE ALLOWED TO AIR DRY WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
41
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: ALL UTENSILS WHEN NOT IN USE MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED MANNER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: LARGE CAN OPENER IN OF NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DISCOLORED INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR UNDER COOK LINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: HOOD VENTILATION IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 28, 2022
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET ON HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS IN REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF REPLACING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: ICE MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE ALLOWED TO AIR DRY WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
41
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: ALL UTENSILS WHEN NOT IN USE MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED MANNER. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: LARGE CAN OPENER IN OF NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN AND DISCOLORED INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOOR UNDER COOK LINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: HOOD VENTILATION IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 21, 2021
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE, FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFAES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UITS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES, CEILING VENTS, AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.
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Jan 14, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT IN STORAGE AREA NEAR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP UNDER FRONT DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACE OF ICE MACHINE, FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFAES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UITS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES, CEILING VENTS, AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND REGROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.
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Jul 10, 2019
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK STORAGE FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINERS WITH PROPER NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND WIPING CLOTHS ON THE PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOWELS USED FOR DRAIN STOPPERS AT THE THREE COMP SINK; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINKS AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS, STOVE, STEAMERS, HOT HOLDING UNITS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP TABLES AND COOKING BURNERS. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND STEAMERS. CLEAN TOP OF STOVE AND TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND VARIOUS KITCHEN EQUIPMENT INCLUDING SINKS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE WALLS AROUND BEHIND AND ABOVE KITCHEN EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE ON THE PIPES ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT; CLEAN PIPES TO REMOVE GREASE. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON THE CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AND VENTILATION FANS IN THE WASHROOMS; CLEAN ALL VENTS WHERE NEEDED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. ALSO OBSERVED AREAS OF THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN THAT NEED TO BE GROUTED; GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEEDED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ON THE WALL VENTS NEAR THE CEILING OF THE DINING AREA AND ON THE CEILING STRUCTURE IN THE DINING AREA; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS AND CEILING STRUCTURE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM.
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Apr 11, 2019
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK STORAGE FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL CONTAINERS WITH PROPER NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER.
37
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND WIPING CLOTHS ON THE PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOWELS USED FOR DRAIN STOPPERS AT THE THREE COMP SINK; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINKS AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS, STOVE, STEAMERS, HOT HOLDING UNITS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP TABLES AND COOKING BURNERS. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND STEAMERS. CLEAN TOP OF STOVE AND TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND VARIOUS KITCHEN EQUIPMENT INCLUDING SINKS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE WALLS AROUND BEHIND AND ABOVE KITCHEN EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE ON THE PIPES ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT; CLEAN PIPES TO REMOVE GREASE. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON THE CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AND VENTILATION FANS IN THE WASHROOMS; CLEAN ALL VENTS WHERE NEEDED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE MENS WASHROOM; REPLACE CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED SOME CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. ALSO OBSERVED AREAS OF THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN THAT NEED TO BE GROUTED; GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEEDED.
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Aug 14, 2018
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF STOPPERS TO PROPERLY SET UP SINK TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: ALL STORAGE SHELVES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. ALL METAL SHELVES WITH OPENS SHOUD BE REPLACED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REACH IN COOLERS ARE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ENCRUSTED FOOD AND GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREP AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MANTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: WALLS IN DISH AREA, PREP AREA AND COOKING AREA IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: ALL FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.
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Apr 24, 2018
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL CLUTTER IN STORAGE ROOM MUST BE REMOVED AND OR ORGANIZED CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST RELACE CUTTING BOARDS WHERE WORN. DARK IN COLOR WITH DEEP CUTS. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. CLEAN ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO REMOVE ALL SPILLS, CLEAN ALL STORAGE SHELVES AND CLEAN PREP TABLES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ARE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND REGROUTING THROUGH OUT. MUST CLEAN AND CORRECT
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Jan 3, 2018
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, UTILITY SINK, LIGHT SHIELDS, VENT COVERS, FLOOR DRAINS, PIPING AT VENTILATION HOOD.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND COOK LINE, HEAVY GREASE AND DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND REAR STORAGE AREA.
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86
Dec 26, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING IMPROPERLY THAWED IN THE 2ND FLOOR PREP AREA. OBSERVED 6 LARGE CONTAINERS OF FROZEN CHICKEN, SHRIMP AND FISH BEING THAWED AT ROOM TEMPERATURE NEXT TO THE DOOR TO THE STAIRCASE ON SHELVING UNITS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW FROZEN FOODS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER OR UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
17
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND GREASE AREA NOT CLEAN. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE GROUND SURROUNDING THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER, FROZEN FOOD DEBRIS ON THE TOP LIP OF THE GARBAGE CONTAINER AND GREASE ON THE SIDES AND GROUND SURROUNDING THE GREASE CONTAINER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AT ALL TIMES. MUST CLOSE DUMPSTER LIDS WHEN NOT IN USE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
19
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, UTILITY SINK, LIGHT SHIELDS, VENT COVERS, FLOOR DRAINS, PIPING AT VENTILATION HOOD.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND COOK LINE, HEAVY GREASE AND DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND REAR STORAGE AREA.
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78
Nov 2, 2017
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, UTILITY SINK, LIGHT SHIELDS, VENT COVERS, FLOOR DRAINS, PIPING AT VENTILATION HOOD.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND COOK LINE, HEAVY GREASE AND DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING WITH FOOD SPLATTERS, WALLS AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND REAR STORAGE AREA, REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS.
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86
Feb 2, 2017
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD ITEMS. CLEAN BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND ALL PREP TABLE SURFACES.
33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND EXTERIOR OF SAME OF FOOD SPILLS AND SPLASHES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. SOME MISSING AND CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN PREP AREA NEED REPLACING; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. ALSO FOUND SOME AREAS OF KITCHEN FLOOR THAT NEEDS TO BE REGROUTED; REGROUT FLOOR IN KITCHEN WHERE NEEDED BETWEEN FLOOR TILE.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND A LEAK FROM THE CEILING TILE IN REAR OF KITCHEN BY THE UTILITY SINK; REPAIR LEAK FROM CEILING. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER IN FRONT STORAGE AREA, ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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78
Dec 12, 2016
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD ITEMS. CLEAN BOTTOM OF FRYERS AND ALL PREP TABLE SURFACES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. SOME MISSING AND CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN PREP AREA NEED REPLACING; REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. ALSO FOUND SOME AREAS OF KITCHEN FLOOR THAT NEEDS TO BE REGROUTED; REGROUT FLOOR IN KITCHEN WHERE NEEDED BETWEEN FLOOR TILE.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FOUND A LEAK FROM THE CEILING TILE IN REAR OF KITCHEN BY THE UTILITY SINK; REPAIR LEAK FROM CEILING. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: A CLUTTER OF ITEMS OBSERVED INSIDE OF THE UTILITY SINK; REMOVE ITEMS FROM SINK AND KEEP UTILITY SINK CLUTTER FREE.
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82
Mar 14, 2016
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: FOUND SIX POUNDS OF FRESH BABY CLAMS IN THE REFRIGERATOR WITH NO SHELLFISH TAG AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED THAT A SHELLFISH TAG MUST BE WITH THE CLAMS UNTIL DEPLETED AND THEN KEPT FOR 90 DAYS. CLAMS WERE DISGARDED BY OWNER. SIX POUNDS VALUE AT $40.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005(B2)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINITAIN THE FOLLOWING: CAN OPENER BLADE AND HOLDER AT PREP TABLE. BOTTOMS AND TOPS OF PREP TABLES. INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS. EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND IN STORAGE CLOSET BY THE WASHROOMS. MUST CLEAN ALL KITCHEN FLOOR DRAINS TO REMOVE BUILD UP FROM FOOD AND GREASE.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN WALLS CEILINGS AND VENTS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE DRAIN STOPPER FOR TWO THREE COMP SINKS IN KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIX FOR BOTH SINKS TO PROPERLY SET UP TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: THE STORAGE ROOM BY THE BATHROOMS NEEDS TO BE ORGANIZED; ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN STORAGE ROOM.
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74
Dec 4, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SHELVES IN KITCHEN NOTE CLEAN, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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95
Nov 27, 2015
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. FOUND 30 LBS OF COOKED CHICKEN AT 68.5F STORED ON FLOOR OF REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM AT AMBIENT AIR. INSTRUCTED MGR TO KEEP POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS HELD AT PROPER TEMPS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005(A) FOOD DISCARDED VALUED AT $40.
3
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSTRUCTED HAND WASH SINKS, FOUND FOO CONTAINER STORED IN HAND SINK, WASHING CUTTING BOARD IN HAND SINK, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030.
11
Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
Inspector notes: IMPROPER THAWING OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. FOUND RAW WHOLE DUCKS BEING THAWED IN 3-COMP SINK UNDER HOT RUNINIG WATER, ALSO FOUND 7 TUBS OF RAW MEATS BEING THAWED ON KITCHEN FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MGR TO THAW ALL FOOD ACCORDING TO HEALTH CODE, IE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005(A).
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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: INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL, FOUND ABOUT 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS AND 10 LIVE COCKROACHES IN REAR PREP AND STORAGE ROOM INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RRECOMMENDED. SERIOUS CITAION ISSUED. 7-38-020.
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SHELVES THROUGH OUT KITCHEN NOT CLEAN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH KITCHEN NOT CLEAN.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHILEDS AT FIRST FLOOR KITCHEN.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM AT 2ND FLOOR NOT CLEAN.
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64
Feb 18, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER
34
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER
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90
Feb 10, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE HANDS WASHING FACILITIES, FOUND MAIN PREP AREA HAND WASH SINK OBSTRUCTED WITH POTS AND PANS INSIDE SINK, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP HAND SINKS FREE FROM UTENSILS AND PROMOTE HANDS WASHING, CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030.
11
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE PEST CONTROL, FOUND 7 LIVE COCKROACHES IN KITCHEN BEHIND HOT WATER TANK, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE INSECTS ACTIVITY, PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
18
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: PREP TABLES AND SHELVES THROUGH OUT KITCHEN NOT CLEAN, GREASE NAD DIRT BUILD UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN BEHIND COOK LINE, HEAVY GREASE AND DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTIAN.
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82
Sep 22, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS INCLUDING SHELVES INSIDE OF THESE UNITS TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES, SPILLS ETC. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOMS OF FRYERS AND NOODLE BOILER TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, CLEAN BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE TABLES. PAINT RUSTY BOTTOM OF STORAGE TABLE IN KITCHEN. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR OF KITCHEN ON SHELF.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS FROM FLOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE CLOSET UNDER SHELVES AND MAINTAIN. CONTINUE CLEANING FLOOR UNDER COOKING AND AROUND/BEHIND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT.
34
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY CLUTTER OBSERVED ON TOP OF THE WALK-IN COOLER; REMOVE. SOME CLUTTER OBSERVED INSIDE OF STORAGE CLOSET BETWEEN WASHROOMS; REMOVE. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF MOPS AND BROOMS; RECOMMENDED A STORAGE RACK FOR HANGING AND INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE INSIDE OF THE SINK ITSELF.
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82
Sep 15, 2014
Routine
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED AND MAINTAINED FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2013 AS INSTRUCTED: #33 COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILDUP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #34 MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF REGROUTING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #35 WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER.
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS INCLUDING SHELVES INSIDE OF THESE UNITS TO REMOVE FOOD PARTICLES, SPILLS ETC. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOMS OF FRYERS AND NOODLE BOILER TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, CLEAN BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE TABLES. PAINT RUSTY BOTTOM OF STORAGE TABLE IN KITCHEN. CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN REAR OF KITCHEN ON SHELF.
33
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE FOOD ITEMS FROM FLOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER. CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE CLOSET UNDER SHELVES AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN BOTH WASHROOMS. REMOVE DUST FROM VENT ABOVE TEA MAKER IN FRONT BEVERAGE PREP AREA.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAK FROM THE PIPE UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN FOOD PREP AREA (KITCHEN).
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY CLUTTER OBSERVED ON TOP OF THE WALK-IN COOLER; REMOVE. SOME CLUTTER OBSERVED INSIDE OF STORAGE CLOSET BETWEEN WASHROOMS; REMOVE. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF MOPS AND BROOMS; RECOMMENDED A STORAGE RACK FOR HANGING AND INSTRUCTED NOT TO STORE INSIDE OF THE SINK ITSELF.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS INSIDE OF AND OUTSIDE OF KITCHEN MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. (BOTH PERSONS AT BEVERAGE STATION AND RICE/SOUP AREA).
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58
Nov 19, 2013
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED WORN,PITTED AND DEEP CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN OF REGROUTING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHEILD IN DISH AREA IN POOR REPAIR. BROKEN MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF RECAULKING AROUND OUTTER EDGE. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL.
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74
Feb 25, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY DATE/LABEL ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN THE WALK IN COOLER THAT HAS BEEN COOKED/PREPARED, REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING, ETC.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT LARGE MULTI USE POTS IN PREP AREA.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF ALL FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOORS IN ALL CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND CEILING TILES ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST FIX THE LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET ON THE 3 COMP. SINK (WITHOUT THE SPRAYER) IN THE PREP AREA.
38
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP IN A BIN/CONTAINER OR HANDLE UP IN THE ICE BIN WHEN NOT IN USE.
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70
Apr 5, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 29, 2011
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code. FOUND REAR PREP AREA HAND SINK NOT OPERABLE, NO HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
26
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #118323 DATED 01-22-10 NOT CORRECTED #33: GREASY EQUIPMENT AND SHELVES THROUGH OUT KITCHEN. #35: GREASY WALLS IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MGR TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS WITHIN GIVEN TIME.
29
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. CLEAN UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED ON DIRTY SHELVES AND GREASY CONTACT SURFACES, INSTRUCTED TO STORE ON CLEAN SURFACE.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. VERY POOR HOUSEKEEPING, HEAVY GREASE AND DIRT BUILD-UP ON FOOD SHELVES IN KITCHEN PREP AREA, INSIDE PREP AND WALK-IN COOLERS,PLASTIC AND STAINLESS STEEL TUBS, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLER DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. VERY DIRTY FLOORS UNDER COOKING AREA, THICK LAYER OF GREASE UNDER COOKING LINE, STAGNATE WASTE WATER ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS IN KITCHEN, DISH WASHING AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MISSING TILE GROUT AT KITCHEN FLOORS AROUND 3 COMP SINKS, INSTRUCTED TO RE GROUT
34
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. BOXES AND TUBS OF FOOD AND DRINK STORED ON FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO STORE ELEVATED 6" OFF FLOOR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. GREASY WALLS BEHIND COOKING AREA AND SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. UNORGANIZED SHELVES IN WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO BETTER ORGANIZE.
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE ICE MAKER, INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF CUBES.
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61
Feb 1, 2010
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE LARGE POTS AND PANS THAT ARE UNABLE TO FIT INSIDE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AND OR PROVIDE LARGER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO ACCOMODATE SIZE.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UTILITY SINK, LIGHT SHIELDS, FLOOR DRAINS, WALLS AT REAR EXIT DOOR, AND UNDER, AROUND ITEMS AT STORAGE AREA.
33
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOODHANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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86
Jan 22, 2010
Routine
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. FOUND COOKED CHICKEN STORED IN METAL CONTAINERS UNDER PREP TABLE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 65F. MANAGER STATES PRODUCT WAS PREPARED 01/21/10. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY COOL HOT FOODS FROM 140F TO 70F IN TWO HOURS AND 70F TO 40F IN FOUR HOURS. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID FOOD ITEMS, APPROXIMATE VALUE 50.00, APPROXIMATE WEIGHT 5LBS. CRITICAL 7-38-005 (A) ISSUED.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health. OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY FOOD HANDLERS, COOKING, PREPPING, MAKING BEVERAGES, CLEANING, WITHOUT WASHING HANDS IN BETWEEN MULTI TASKING, ALSO,EMPLOYEES EATING, DRINKING, AND TALKING ON PHONE IN PREP AREAS WHILE HANDLING FOODS. OBSERVED BUS BOYS HANDLING DIRTY DISHES, HANDLING MONEY, AND THEN PACKAGING CUSTOMER LEFTOVERS IN CONTAINERS, WITHOUT WASHING HANDS DUE TO FRONT HAND WASH SINK BEING USED TO STORE ELECTRIC BURNER WITH TEA POT,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO MAKE ACCESSIBLE FOR HAND WASHING. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS PER CITY CODE. CRITICAL 7-38-010 (A) ISSUED.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO HOT WATER AND WITHOUT SANITIZING MULTI-USE UTENSILS, POTS, PANS, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SET UP THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE UTENSILS, POTS, PANS, ETC. CRITICAL 7-38-030 ISSUED.
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: All food establishments shall be provided with an adequate supply of hot and cold water under pressure properly connected to the city water supply. FOUND NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES: THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, WASHBOWLS, HAND WASH SINKS, ONE COMPARTMENT PREP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SAME AT ALL TIMES. PLUMBER ARRIVED ON SITE TO FIX GAUGE ON HOT WATER TANK. RECOMMEND LARGER HOT WATER TANK TO ACCOMODATE BUSINESS OPERATIONS. CRITICAL 7-38-030 ISSUED.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND WASTE GREASE AREA NOT CLEAN NOR MAINTAINED. FOUND DUMPSTER LIDS WIDE OPENN, EXCESSIVE GREASE SPILLAGE AROUND SAID AREA AND CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL READY TO EAT FOOD ITEMS IN REFRIGERATION UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SPLASH GUARD AT ONE COMPARTMENT SINK AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM FRONT SMALL THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, REMOVE LARGE POTS AND PANS THAT ARE UNABLE TO FIT INSIDE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, AND OR PROVIDE LARGER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK TO ACCOMODATE SIZE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVES, RACKS, UTILITY SINK, LIGHT SHIELDS, VENT COVERS, FLOOR DRAINS, PIPING AT VENTILATION HOOD.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING WITH FOOD SPLATTERS, WALLS AROUND THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS AND REAR STORAGE AREA, REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE ALL EQUIPMENT.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO CHECK PRODUCT TEMPERATURE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE CLUTTER, REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS FROM REAR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOODHANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD AT FRONT PREP AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chi Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chi Cafe on file is from Jul 23, 2025. The public record contains 30 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chi Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 19 times, more than any other issue at Chi Cafe.
Has Chi Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Chi Cafe have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chi Cafe 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 Chi Cafe inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chi Cafe is inspected around two times per year on average.
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