Chicago Pit Stop BBQ
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
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Public records show 43 inspections at Chicago Pit Stop BBQ stretching back to 2010. Chicago Pit Stop BBQ was last inspected on Mar 26, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
Recent inspections have found fewer violations than earlier ones, averaging around two violations lately and about four violations before that.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 25 times across the record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Chicago Pit Stop BBQ is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Slow drainage at front hand wash sink, instructed to repair and maintain.
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Feb 13, 2026
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Feb 4, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Found about 30 mouse droppings behind grease trap at main prep kitchen, instructed manager to eliminate rodents activity , pest control service recommended. priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (A).
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: Previous violation not corrected from report # 2612400 dated on 2-19-25 for violation #55 ( Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 : MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.) instructed to correct violations within given time frame. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Improper thawing, Found a large bucket of frozen raw chicken being thawed in cold standing water in 3-comp sink, instructed to thaw according to health code, ie.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: See violation #60.
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Feb 19, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CHIPPING CONCRETE WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INTERIOR WALL PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Feb 5, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: : PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2611071 1/24/25 NOT CORRECTED - #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES.#55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS, BEAMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.#55-6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CHIPPING CONCRETE WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INTERIOR WALL PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jan 24, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS APPX. 30LBS. COOKED RIB TIPS ON TOP RACK INSIDE OF BBQ PIT RANGING FROM 100.2F-122.3F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 30LBS. $500.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2595839 6/6/24 NOT CORRECTED- #47-: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER SHELVING UNITS.#48- 4-301.12 : OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC BINS TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE PROPERLY SANITIZED. MUST GET A SMALLER BINS OR A LARGER SINK. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT.STORAGE RACKS,DISH RACKS,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLES,GLASS ON PIT.#55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS, BEAMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ,INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER. #55-6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT,GAPS IN & LOOSE WALL BASES NEAR MOP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED,FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN WALK IN FREEZER.#56-6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVING UNIT OF REAR PREP TABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CHIPPING CONCRETE WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INTERIOR WALL PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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Jun 6, 2024
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: : 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR SCREEN DOOR & FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER SHELVING UNITS
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-301.12 : OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC BINS TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE PROPERLY SANITIZED. MUST GET A SMALLER BINS OR A LARGER SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT.STORAGE RACKS,DISH RACKS,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLES,GLASS ON PIT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FRONT WINDOW & FRAME,WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT,GAPS IN & LOOSE WALL BASES NEAR MOP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED,FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS, BEAMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ,INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER,LOBBY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR,AWAY FROM WALLS AND IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: : 6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE A FOOD ALLERGEN FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN
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May 23, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 2LBS.-PRECOOKED CHICKEN WINGS AT 89.1F INSIDE OF FRYER BASKET.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.2LBS. $40.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS SUCH AS 14LBS. PORK HOT LINKS-45.7F-47.1F.16LBS. TURKEY HOT LINKS-45.9F-48.9F.6.5LBS. BARBEQUE CHICKEN-46.0F-48.9F.6LBS. TURKEY TIPS-49.3F-51.4F DATE MARKED FROM 5/19-5/22 INSIDE OF 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX.42LBS. $136.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND WINDOW LEDGE AT FRONT WINDOWS AT SERVICE COUNTER AND PIT,ON PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,ON FLOOR BEHIND GREASE TRAP,OIL SHELF, DISH RACK ,CHEMICAL STORAGE SHELF,HOT WATER TANK,PALLETS,LADDER .ALSO A DEAD MOUSE ON FLOOR AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & DEAD MOUSE CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/23/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2574606 4/19/23 NOT CORRECTED-#47-4-501.12 : OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK SEAM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.#55-6-201.17 : OBSERVED THE PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55-6-501.12 : FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.:#56- 4-202.18 : MUST CLEAN THE FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.#57- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER ON DUTY WITHOUT IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (HOT LINKS, CHICKEN,RIB TIPS,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 1:57 P.M.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER SHELVING UNITS.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A OVERSIZED POT TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE PROPERLY SANITIZED. MUST GET A SMALLER POT OR A LARGER SINK.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT.STORAGE RACKS,DISH RACKS,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLES,GLASS ON PIT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CEILING PANEL OVER PREP TABLE,DAMAGED FRONT WINDOW & FRAME,WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT,HOLE IN WALL NEXT TO MOP SINK,BEHIND HOT WATER TANK,BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN FRONT OF 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,GAPS IN & LOOSE WALL BASES NEAR MOP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED,FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS, BEAMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ,INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER,LOBBY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR,AWAY FROM WALLS AND IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS AND BURNTOUT LIGHTS WHERE NEEDED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A FOOD ALLERGEN FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR SCREEN DOOR & FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSEERVED BUCKETS OF FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND A PLASTIC BIN WITH FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER MUST STORE FOOD PRODUCT OFF OF FLOOR AND PLACE ON SHELVING UNITS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
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Apr 19, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN THE PREP AREA ON RACKS: 3 BINS OF COOKED RIB TIPS AT IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES BETWEENS 83.4F- 106.1F. PREMISIES HAS NO TEMPERATURE LOGS. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED TOTALED 40LBS AT $350. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER THAWING UNDER COOL RUNNING WATER OR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK SEAM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER ON DUTY WITHOUT IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Feb 24, 2023
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK SEAM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Sep 22, 2022
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, ROLLING CARTS, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS, SOOT, DUST, GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOODS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Sep 13, 2022
Complaint
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE DUMPSTER NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TIGHT-FITTING LIDS ON ALL DUMPSTERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AROUND WATER HEATER, UNDER PALLETS, ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED OVER 20 FLYING INSECTS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF FRONT AND REAR DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOX OF FRIES STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MAANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, ROLLING CARTS, SHELVING UNITS, COOLERS AND FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER FRONT HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM. OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS, SOOT, DUST, GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOODS, ELECTRICAL WIRING, ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR DISH WASHING, UTENSIL AND SINGLE SERVICE STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Aug 22, 2022
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4IN GAP AT TOP OF EXTERIOR REAR DOOR TO ALLEY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ENTRY
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST HARBORAGE.
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Aug 17, 2022
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT HANDSINK(NEAR SMOKER) NOT MAINTAINING ADEQUATE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F.HOT WATER AT SINK AT 70.8F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDSINKS WITH HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F MINIMUM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4IN GAP AT TOP OF EXTERIOR REAR DOOR TO ALLEY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ENTRY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST HARBORAGE.
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Aug 10, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT HANDSINK(NEAR SMOKER) NOT MAINTAINING ADEQUATE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F.HOT WATER AT SINK AT 70.8F AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDSINKS WITH HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F MINIMUM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)CITAT ION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN REAR DRY STORAGE/DISHWASHING AREA(ALONGSIDE WALK-IN COOLER, BEHIND PALLETS ON FLOOR). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND INFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/4IN GAP AT TOP OF EXTERIOR REAR DOOR TO ALLEY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST ENTRY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST HARBORAGE.
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Aug 23, 2021
Complaint
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTATO SALAD AT 56.1F, COOKED RIBS 51.1F, COLESLAW AT 52.3F AND BAKED BEANS 50.1F. WALK-IN COOLER THAT FOOD WAS IN WAS TAGGER FOR IMPROPER TEMPERATURE FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION. TOTAL OF FOOD DISGARDED AND DENATURED IS 15LBS AT $100. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AT 50.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 41F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT FRONT HANDSINK NEAR BARBECUE SMOKER AND TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS NEAR BARBECUE SMOKER COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARMTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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58
Aug 6, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF COOKED SAUSAGE LINKS AT 50.0F, COOKED CHICKEN AT 49.8, COOKED TURKEY 51.6F, POTATO SALAD AT 48.3F, COLESLAW DRESSING 48.3 AND COLESLAW AT 48.7F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED 49LBS AT $700.ALL COLD TCS FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALK IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AT 50.5F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 41F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
33
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT FRONT HANDSINK NEAR BARBECUE SMOKER AND TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE PREPARING FOOD AT BARBECUE SMOKER WITHOUT A HAIR RESTRAINT. MALE EMPLOYEE VOLUNTARILY PLACE HAIR NET ON HEAD AND CONTINUED WORKING. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE PREPARING FOOD.
40
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS NEAR BARBECUE SMOKER COVERED WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARMTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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58
Oct 26, 2020
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET AROUND THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS, WALL, FAN COVERS AND SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG THE FLOOR AND WALL BASE IN THE WASHROOM. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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86
Oct 15, 2020
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 LIVE FLIES SCATTERED THROUGH OUT THE REAR DISH WASHING/PREP AREA ON THE WALLS,TABLE AND CEILING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO CONTACT PC FOR SERVICES. PRIORITY FOUNDTION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET AROUND THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FLOORS, WALL, FAN COVERS AND SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG THE FLOOR AND WALL BASE IN THE WASHROOM. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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74
Nov 15, 2019
Routine
2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND THE FRONT PREP/GRILLING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: FOUND COLESLAW AND COOKED CHICKEN WITHOUT LABELING IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND THE FRONT PREP REFRIGERATOR NOT LABELED. READY TO EAT TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24 HOURS SHALL BE LABELED WITH A PREPARE AND DISCARD DATE NO MORE THAN 7 DAYS AFTER PREPARATION. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
23
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE OVEN IN THE FRONT GRILLING AREA NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN
55
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUCKETS OF BARBECUE SAUCE IN THE WALK IN COOLER AND OVER STOCK IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA STORED ON PALLETS ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ON SHELVING 6 INCHES OR MORE OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASILY CLEANING AND MAINTAIN
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLER DOOR NOT CLOSING TIGHTLY(HANDLE LATCH IS BROKEN). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NO DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
48
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINING SLOWLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CEILING WITH EXPOSED ELECTRICAL AND WATER PIPES IN THE DISH WASHING AND PREP AREAS (WITHOUT CEILING TILES). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CEILING COVERING AND MAINTAIN
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN
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55
Nov 28, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 19, 2018
Complaint
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE CORNERS OF THE REAR DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN/SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)
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90
Jun 7, 2018
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN WALK IN COOLER: 4 STACKED LARGE, DEEP BUS PANS WITH COOKED RIBS DATED YESTERDAY AT IMPROPER TEMPRATURES IN WALK IN COOLER RANGING FROM 45.9-49.0F. INSTD ON PROPER COOLING METHODS AND WITHIN REQUIRED TEMPERATURES. ALL ABOVE MENTIONED DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. ALSO ORDER OF COOKED RIB TIPS BEING BAGGED FOR CUSTOMERS ORDER WITHOUT VERIFYING TEMPERATURE. TEMPERATURE OF COOKED RIBS TIPS WAS 109-111F WHEN VERIFEID WITH INSPECTORS THERMOMETER. INSTD ON PROPER REHEATING OF COOKED PRODUCT PRIOR TO CUSTOMER SERVICE.DISCARDED APPROX 75LBS $300 VALUE. VIOLATION 7-38-005A CRITICAL.
3
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE SHELVING FOR WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVES, PALLETS ARE PROHIBITED. SHELVING MUST BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. REMOVE FOIL LINING FROM SHELVES THROUGH OUT.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT OF THE MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLBASE IN TOILET ROOM IN POOR REPAIR, NOT TIGHT FITTING TO WALL. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME.
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REAR STORAGE CEILING WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETERS ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLERS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
40
74
Apr 10, 2018
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A RUSTY STORAGE TABLE IN THE FRYER AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAT WALK-IN NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT OF THE MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REAR STORAGE CEILING WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
35
82
Apr 6, 2018
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON COMPLIANCE WITH PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2151160 DATE 3/29/2018 #35 UNFINISHED WALLS(DRYWALL)BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKAND THE ENTIRE WALL BEHIND EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTD. TOFINISH WALLS SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, NON POROUS EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.AND GAP NOTED AT WALL IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM INSTD TO PROVIDE WALL COVING. ALSO VIOLATION#37 EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR LOCATED IN PREP AREA NOT SELF CLOSING INSTD, TO CORRECT SAME CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
14
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A RUSTY STORAGE TABLE IN THE FRYER AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR FRONT OF THE MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNSEALED WALLS EAST COOKING AREA, AND WEST OF THE PIT AREA, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/PAINT. ALSOREAR STORAGE CEILING WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/RESEAL/PAINT.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION FAN IN THE EMPLOYEES RESTROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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74
Mar 29, 2018
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TUB OF PRE COOKED RIBS COOKED 3/28/2018 STORED AT THE PIT (PIT NOT ON AT THIS TIME). THE TUB FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, BOTTOM OF TUB 52.2*F, AND THE TOP WAS 64.2*F AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO DENATURE AND DISPOSE OF THESE 10LBS. OF PRE COOKED RIBS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A
3
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2069818 DATE 7/13/2017. CORRECT BY DATE 10/13/2017. VIOLATION #35 UNFINISHED WALLS(DRYWALL)BEHIND 3- COMPARTMENT AND THE ENTIRE WALL BEHIND EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO FINISH WALLS SO AS TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN, NON POROUS EASILY CLEAN ABLE SURFACE., AND GAP NOTED AT WALL IN EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM, INSTD TO PROVIDE WALL COVING.ALSO VIOLATION #37 EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR LOCATED IN PREP AREA NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTD TO CORRECT SAME. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A RUSTY STORAGE TABLE IN THE FRYER AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STORAGE RACHS IN THE REAR WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN FRONT OF THE MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UN SEALED WALLS EAST COOKING AREA, AND WEST OF THE PIT AREA, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/PAINT. ALSO REAR STORAGE CEILING WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, RESEAL/PAINT.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION FAN IN THE EMPLOYEES RESTROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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70
Jul 13, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CONDENSOR LINE LEAKING IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTD TO REPAIR. CARDBOARD LINING ON BOTTOM OF SHELVES IN UPRIGHT COOLER. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL LINING AND MAINTAIN SURFACES CLEAN AND DRY.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: UNFINISHED WALLS (ALL DRYWALL) BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT AND ENTIRE WALL BEHIND EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO FINISH WALLS SO AS TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN, NON POROUS EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. RECENTLY PAINTED WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGH OUT PREMISES IN BLACK COLOR. DARK COLOR/BLACK IS PROHIBITED. INSTD TO FINISH ALL WALLS AND CEILINGS IN LIGHT COLOR. GAP NOTED AT WALL AND FLOOR IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE WALL COVING.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELD MISSING FOR WALK IN FREEZER LIGHT. PROVIDE SAME.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR LOCATED IN PREP AREA NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTD TO CORRECT SAME.
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82
Jun 21, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE GREASE TRAP IN THE KITCHEN AREA.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE CEILING TILES THAT ARE FALLING DOWN OR WATER STAINED IN THE REAR PREP AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.
36
86
Jan 25, 2016
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS, GAS LINES BEHING COOKING EQUIPMENT.
33
95
Oct 2, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: WORN CUTTING BOARDS, WARPED, AND WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN BOARDS. MISSING DOOR HANDLE AT INTERIOR OF WALK-IN COOLER. REPLACE SAME.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WORN/STAINED CEILING TILES IN FRONT BY BBQ PIT. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SAME.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT OUT IN FRONT UPRIGHT REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME.
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETER MISSING FOR WALK-IN COOLER. PROVIDE SAME.
40
82
Aug 20, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALUMINUM FOIL ON STORAGE SHELVES. INSTD TO REMVOE SAME SO AS SURFACES TO BE A SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE BEHIND GREASE TRAP NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD IN REAR PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK UNDER REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND MAINTAIN.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLERS. PROVIDE SAME.
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78
Sep 12, 2014
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN WALK-IN COOLER AND LABEL THE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE PREP AREA.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: WORN CUTTING BOARDS IN MAIN PREP AREA. REPLACE AND MAINTAIN THEM.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF FRYERS, COOLERS, CABINET UNDER EXPOSED SINK, LEDGES,SHELVES, PALLETS, ETC NEED CLEANING.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
35
82
May 12, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEAL CRACKS IN FLOOR AND REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES WHERE NECESSARY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. KEEP FLOOR AT REAR DRY AT ALL TIMES.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING AND WALL VENTS (DUST/SMOLE BUILDUP
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90
Apr 22, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER IS MISSING ONE COVER FROM THE SIX COVER UNIT. NOT INSECT OF RODENT PROOFED. MUST PROVIDE MISSING COVER. ALSO THE GREASE WASTE CONTAINER THICK WITH GREASE ON TOP AND SIDES SOURCE OF FOOD FOR THE RODENTS. MUST REMOVE THE GREASE AND CLEAN. SERIOUS 7-38-020
19
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, COOKING EQUIPMENT, FRYERS, STOVE, GRILL, ETC
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEAL CRACKS IN FLOOR AND REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES WHERE NECESSARY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. KEEP FLOOR AT REAR DRY AT ALL TIMES.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING AND WALL VENTS (DUST/SMOLE BUILDUP).
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REACH-IN COOLER AND PREP AREAS.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKNG FAUCET AT FRONT 3-COMP SINK HAS A STEADY STREAM OF WATER. PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMP SINKS.
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74
Jul 17, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEAL CRACKS IN FLOOR AND REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES WHERE NECESSARY TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. KEEP FLOOR AT REAR DRY AT ALL TIMES.
34
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER AT REAR IN THE FORM OF BOXES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
41
90
Jan 8, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: WORN CUTTING BOARDS IN MAIN PREP AREA. REPLACE SAME AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF COOLER INCLUDING DOOR TRACK, GASKETS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL AND WALL TRIM NEXT TO REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, IN POOR REPAIR, LOOSE, BUCKLING. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NEED DETAILED CLEANING.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE CRACKED LIGHTSHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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82
May 11, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALUMINUM FOIL ON STORAGE SHELVES AND IN STORAGE CONTAINERS. MUST REMOVE FOIL SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE. CUTTING BOARD, WORN, OPEN SEAMS. REPLACE SAME.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF STOVE AND STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEST CONTROL FLY MONITOR AND ATTACHED HARDWARE NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME
35
86
Mar 7, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: COOKED RIBS WRAPPED TIGHTLY WITH ALUMINUM FOIL AND IN STORAGE CONTAINER IN WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 65.4F. DATE ON CONTAINER 2/27/12, NO TEMPERATURES LOGS IN PLACE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL. MGR DISCARDED AND DENATURED SAME. APPROX. 20LB. $100 VALUE.
3
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALUMINUM FOIL ON STORAGE SHELVES AND IN STORAGE CONTAINERS. MUST REMOVE FOIL SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, EASILY CLEANABLE. CUTTING BOARD, WORN OPEN SEAMS. REPLACE SAME.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF STOVE AND STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEST CONTROL FLY MONITOR AND ATTACHED HARDWARE NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
35
82
Aug 23, 2011
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE UPRIGHT COOLER AND FRONT PREP AREA. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT AND REMOVE SOILED WATER IN MOP PAIL TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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May 26, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
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. LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, COOKING EQUIPMENT, FRYERS, STOVE, GRILL, ETC
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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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS.
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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. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE UNUSED CARDBOARD AND ARTICLES IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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Jan 28, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jan 18, 2011
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS IN OFFICE, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON LEDGES, PALLETS AND FLOOR UNDER PALLETS IN REAR FOOD CONTAINER STORAGE AREA ALONG NORTH WALL, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG SOUTH WALL AND SOUTHWEST CORNER BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE. FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED
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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 NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO ON REPORT #233923 DATED 5-17-10 33 INTERIOR OF FRYERS, COOLERS, CABINET UNDER EXPOSED SINK NEED CLEANING 34 FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. REPAIR THRESHOLD UNDER FRONT DOOR. REMOVE STANDING WATER IN REAR BUCKET TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING. 35 REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. 36 REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN LINES OF REAR 3-COMP SINK. 38 PROPERLY CONNECT WASTE LINES FROM WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER TO FLOOR DRAIN (WATER CURRENTLY DRAINING IN BUCKET). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF FRYERS, COOLERS, CABINET UNDER EXPOSED SINK, LEDGES,SHELVES, PALLETS, ETC NEED CLEANING
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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. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, FRYERS, STOVE, PALLETS, ETC ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. REPAIR THRESHOLD UNDER FRONT DOOR. REMOVE STANDING WATER IN BUCKET IN REAR TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING AND WALL VENTS (DUST/SMOLE BUILDUP).
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN REACH-IN COOLER AND PREP AREAS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: WASHROOM DOOR MUST BE SELF-CLOSING.
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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. CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAINLINES OF REAR 3-COMP SINK. PROPERLY CONNECT WASTELINES FROM WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER TO FLOOR DRAIN (WATER CURRENTLY DRAINING IN BUCKET). REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET AND HOT WATER HANDLE ON REAR 3-COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, LITTER, ETC IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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May 17, 2010
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. INTERIOR OF FRYERS,COOLERS, CABINET UNDER EXPOSED SINK NEED CLEANING
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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. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. REPAIR THRESHOLD UNDER FRONT DOOR. REMOVE STANDING WATER IN BUCKET IN REAR TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREAS.
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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. CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAINLINES OF REAR 3-COMP SINK. PROPERLY CONNECT WASTELINES FROM WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER TO FLOOR DRAIN (WATER CURRENTLY DRAINING IN BUCKET).
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Chicago Pit Stop BBQ last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Chicago Pit Stop BBQ on file is from Mar 26, 2026. The public record contains 43 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Chicago Pit Stop BBQ?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 25 times, more than any other issue at Chicago Pit Stop BBQ.
Has Chicago Pit Stop BBQ's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Chicago Pit Stop BBQ have averaged around two violations per visit, down from roughly four earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Chicago Pit Stop BBQ 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 Chicago Pit Stop BBQ inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Chicago Pit Stop BBQ is inspected around three times per year on average.
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