Church's Chicken # 1068

2806 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60623
American
Last inspected: Oct 29, 2024
86
Score
Low Risk

Church's Chicken # 1068 appears in inspection records 30 times, starting in 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Oct 29, 2024. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Looking across the full record, “proper cooling methods used” is the recurring theme, flagged 14 times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Church's Chicken # 1068 is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 29, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER (REAR) OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SURFACES OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAG
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED HAND SINK PIPING LEAKING AND POOLING ON THE FLOOR IN THE TOILET ROOM ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DUCT TAPE ON SOME CEILING TILES AS WELL AS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA AND WINDOW IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. NOTED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALWAY OUTSIDE TOILET ROOMS, FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING, DINING AREA AND TOILET ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID TAPE, REPAIR OR REPAIR SAID TILES. MUST PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AS REQUIRED.
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Oct 24, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2604498 ON 10/10/24. VIOLATION STATES "5-501.15 OBSERVED OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE WITH ALL LIDS MISSING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE RECEPTACLE WITH TIGHT FITTED LIDS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (b). CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER (REAR) OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SURFACES OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED HAND SINK PIPING LEAKING AND POOLING ON THE FLOOR IN THE TOILET ROOM ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DUCT TAPE ON SOME CEILING TILES AS WELL AS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA AND WINDOW IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. NOTED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALWAY OUTSIDE TOILET ROOMS, FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING, DINING AREA AND TOILET ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID TAPE, REPAIR OR REPAIR SAID TILES. MUST PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AS REQUIRED.
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Oct 10, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.15 OBSERVED OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE WITH ALL LIDS MISSING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE RECEPTACLE WITH TIGHT FITTED LIDS IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (b). CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER (REAR) OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SURFACES OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED HAND SINK PIPING LEAKING AND POOLING ON THE FLOOR IN THE TOILET ROOM ON RIGHT-HAND SIDE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DUCT TAPE ON SOME CEILING TILES AS WELL AS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA AND WINDOW IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. NOTED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALWAY OUTSIDE TOILET ROOMS, FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING, DINING AREA AND TOILET ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID TAPE, REPAIR OR REPAIR SAID TILES. MUST PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AS REQUIRED.
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Oct 3, 2024
Complaint
2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE MACHINE STORED IN REAR PREP/STORAGE AREA WITH BUILD UP OF PINK AND BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERNAL PANEL DRIPPING ONTO ICE PRODUCED AND USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FOOD CONTACT SURFACES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT OFFICE SPACE ON LEDGE AND SHELVING UNIT AS WELL AS REAR SURROUNDING HOT WATER TANK SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND ON STORAGE SHELVES NEAR BACK EXIT DOOR. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 15 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AS WELL AS BEHIND FRYING EQUIPMENT NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE AND ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (a). CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER (REAR) OIL FILTERING UNIT WITH A BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. NOTED EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON ALL SURFACES OF HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK PIPING LEAKING AND POOLING ON FLOOR IN TOILET ROOM ON RIGHT HAND SIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DUCT TAPE ON SOME CEILING TILES AS WELL AS ON WALLS THROUGHOUT THE PREP AREA AND WINDOW IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. NOTED WATER-STAINED CEILING TILES IN HALWAY OUTSIDE TOILET ROOMS, FRONT AND REAR PREP/DISHWASHING, DINING AREA AND TOILET ROOMS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SAID TAPE, REPAIR OR REPAIR SAID TILES. MUST PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AS REQUIRED.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED; ADN MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
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May 16, 2022
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AN DOTHER EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE SHELVES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME MISSING FLOOR TILE UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT THATR IS FILLING UP WITH GREASE AND WATER; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED AND GROUT FLOOR BETWEEN TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED THE WALL BASE OF THE WALL OUTSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND SHELF AREA ACROSS FROM THE THREE COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR WALL BASE. OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITHOUT A COVER; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER FOR DRAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN AREAS WHERE RODENT ACTIVITY OBSERVED.
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May 9, 2022
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE OFFICE AREA UNDER THE DESK, ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK-IN COOLER, ON THE FLOOR ON BOTH SIDES OF THE HOT WATER TANK AND ON THE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE REAR AREA. MUST CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE SHELVES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME MISSING FLOOR TILE UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT THATR IS FILLING UP WITH GREASE AND WATER; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR TILE WHERE NEEDED AND GROUT FLOOR BETWEEN TILE WHERE NEEDED. OBSERVED THE WALL BASE OF THE WALL OUTSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND SHELF AREA ACROSS FROM THE THREE COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR WALL BASE. OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITHOUT A COVER; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVER FOR DRAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND IN AREAS WHERE RODENT ACTIVITY OBSERVED.
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Aug 23, 2021
Complaint
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: 10 CONTAINERS OF COLESLAW AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 54.1F IN PREP COOLER THAT IS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION 6/21/21. COLESLAW DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 10LBS $50 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY VIOLATION
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: PREP COOLER IN USE IS UNABLE TO HOLD COLD FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES, INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 60.0F. COOLER HAS HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG ON IT FROM PREVIOUS INSPECTION. INSTD TO NOT USE UNTIL REPAIRED, REINSPECTED AND TAG HAS BEEN REMOVED BY CDPH. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR OF FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 21, 2021
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLESLAW IN REACH IN PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 47.3F - 50.0F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED 12 CARTONS OF COLESLAW $54.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKED CHICKEN TENDERS ON HOT HOLDING STATION AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 117.6F - 127.1F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED 44 CHICKEN TENDERS VALUED AT $60. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REACH IN PREP COOLER HOLDING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.1F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT UNIT MUST HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR COLDER. UNIT TAGGED AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REPAIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND/OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR OF FRYERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS STORED IN UNUSED TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED/UNNECESSARY ITEMS, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD IN VENTILATION HOOD TO REDIRECT AIRFLOW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CARBOARD AND PROVIDE THE NECESSARY SCREEN FOR OPTIMAL OPERATION OF VENTILATION. CARDBOARD WAS REMOVED AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
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May 20, 2020
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS LOCATED UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT AND ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS UNDER THE FRYERS. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE FRYERS AND ACCUMULATED DIRT AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE REAR AROUND THE GREASE TANK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW AND MEET REQUIREMENT.
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90
May 12, 2020
Complaint
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS AROUND THE SAFE THAT IS LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED VARIOUS AREAS OF THE FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED DIRT, GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS LOCATED UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT AND ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS UNDER THE FRYERS. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST DEBRIS ON THE VENTS LOCATED ABOVE THE FRYERS AND ACCUMULATED DIRT AND GREASE DEBRIS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE REAR AROUND THE GREASE TANK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO RENEW AND MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Dec 14, 2018
Complaint
1 major violation.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA/PREP AREA.MUST INSTALL WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
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Apr 27, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Apr 19, 2018
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON SHELF AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,MOTOR UNDER SERVICE COUNTER,ON COUNTER TOP UNDER TEA CONTAINER,ON FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELVING UNIT & ON LEDGE IN WALK IN COOLER,ON FLOOR IN STAFF TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL BASES.IN CHEMICAL STORAGE AREA ON FLOOR AND SHELVING UNIT.OFFICE AREA ON TOP OF BAIT BOX AND ON FLOOR UNDER DESK,ON FLOOR UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE AND ON FLOOR NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/19/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Mar 23, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 22, 2018
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2150381 3/14/18 NOT CORRECTED #18 STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON MOTOR AT SERVICE COUNTER,ON SHELVING UNIT UNDER BUN WARMER,ON PIPES AND WALL OUTLETS BEHIND SMALL PREP COOLER,ON FLOOR NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN STORAGE,ON CARDBOARD AT FOOD STORAGE AREA,ON FLOOR AND WALL BASE LEDGES,INSIDE OF MISSING WALL TILE IN WALK IN COOLER,IN EMPLOYEES TOILETROOM ALONG WALL BASE,ON SHELVING UNITS AND FLOOR IN CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET,ON THE FLOOR BEHIND FILE CABINET LOCATED IN WALL IN THE OFFICE.ALSO.APPX.1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT LEFT SIDE DOUBLE DOORS.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/22/18.(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER UNIT & PIPES,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS,SHELVING UNITS AND COMPRESSOR UNIT,WALL OUTLET COVERS,ALL STORAGE SHELVES,PREP COOLERS AND FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,UNDER & NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT,DISH WASHING AREA AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND IN BETWEEN ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREA .
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP ON LOWER WALLS UNDER 3- COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASE & TILES IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY CONNECTION LINE UNDER 3- COMP SINK.
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Mar 14, 2018
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS APPX 4LBS. COOKED CHICKEN RANGING FROM 110.6F-123.6F,UNDER HOT HOLDING LAMPS ABOVE FRYERS.APPX.20LBS. MASHED POTATOES RANGING FROM 130.9F-133.4F IN HOT HOLDING UNIT.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX. 24LBS. $70.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON LEDGE AND MOTORS AT SERVICE COUNTER,ON SHELVING UNIT OF BUN WARMER,UNDER TEA CANISTER AT SERVICE COUNTER,ON PIPES AND WALL OUTLETS,ON FLOOR NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK,ON PERSONAL FAN ,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN STORAGE,ON FLOOR AND WALL BASE LEDGES IN WALK IN COOLER,IN EMPLOYEES TOILETROOM,ON SHELVING UNITS IN CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET,ON THE DESK IN THE OFFICE.ALSO.APPX.1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOUBLE AND REAR EXIT DOORS.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/14/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WITH VALID IDENTIFICATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (CHICKEN,MASHED POTATOES,COLESLAW,GRAVY,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AND PROVIDE PROOF AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE SIDE PANEL AT HAND SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER UNIT & PIPES,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS AND COMPRESSOR UNIT,WALL OUTLET COVERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAINS AND FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,UNDER & NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOOR IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND IN BETWEEN ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREA .
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE BUILD UP ON LOWER WALLS UNDER 3- COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN CUSTOMERS TOILETROOM,LOOSE WALL BASE IN WALK IN COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY CONNECTION LINE UNDER 3- COMP SINK,VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN EMPLOYEES TOILETROOM.
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Nov 9, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE DURING INSPECTION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(CHICKEN) WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD LINER USED ON PREP TABLE SHELVING, IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: -DIRECTLY ABOVE EMPLOYEE SECURITY ENTRANCE IN DINING ROOM. -IN UNISEX RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Dec 1, 2016
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PROVIDED AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(CHICKEN) WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER PREP TABLE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FLOOR TILES IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA ELIMINATING PUDDLING WATER IN CRACKS AND WHERE GROUT IS MISSING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS IN ALL WALLS, AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON FRESH WATER LINE TO ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT SMALL COOLER WITHOUT THERMOMETER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Nov 22, 2016
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: IMPROPER PEST CONTROL OBSERVED ON PREMISES AT TIME OF THIS INVESTIGATION. A LARGE ROACH OBSERVED CRAWLING ON THE UPPER WALL CLOSE TO THE CEILING ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND A SECOND LARGE ROACH OBSERVED CRAWLING UNDERNEATH UPPER STORAGE SHELF IN STATIONARY STORAGE SHELVING UNIT IN REAR ACROSS FROM THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE SAME AREA. ALSO OBSERVED SMALL FLY ACTIVITY(5) IN THE OFFICE NEAR FRONT FOOD PREP AREA RESTING ON THE WALLS AND FLYING AROUND, AND 5 RESTING ON WALLS AND BOXES THROUGHOUT FRONT FOOD PREP AND REAR STORAGE/DISH WASHING AREAS. MUST CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN SURFACES, ELIMINATE ALL STANDING WATER AND REQUEST VISIT FROM PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PROVIDED AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(CHICKEN) WAS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO THE CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER PREP TABLE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT SMALL COOLER WITHOUT THERMOMETER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Oct 7, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED, AND NO MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED AT THIS TIME. CHICKEN 148.6*F HOT HOLDING, COOLER CHICKEN 39*F IN COOLER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012a.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER ON THE DINING AREA FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/KEEP FLOOR DRY. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN UNDER PREP TABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAKING FROM CEILING IN DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR,AND CHANGE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT SMALL COOLER WITHOUT THERMOMETER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Aug 6, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR AREA NEEDED CLEANING; CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE AND FOOD CRUMBS ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND UNIT HOLDING HOT CHICKEN; CLEAN BOTH AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED IN PREP AREA AND REAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN REAR VENT FROM HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Sep 24, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT MISSING AROUND FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT. INSTD TO RE GROUT AROUND TILES TO PREVENT STANDING WATER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILES, LIGHTSHIELDS AND VENTS ABOVE HOT HOLDING UNITS AND COOKING UNITS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Sep 15, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: NOTED LIVE BEES (3) AND LIVE DRAIN FLIES (OVER 10) ON SITE. NO LICENSED PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK OR PROOF OF SERVICE AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. INSTD T0 REMOVE ALL INSECTS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. INSTD TO PROVIDE COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN, DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH EXPOSED GARBAGE, LIDS NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTD TO CLEAN SURROUNDING AREA AND HAVE DUMPSTER WITH TIGHT FITTING LIDS AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILES, LIGHTSHIELDS AND VENTS ABOVE HOT HOLDING UNITS AND COOKING UNITS WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKS AT PIPE UNDER EXPOSED HANDSINK, PIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FAUCETS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND AT EMPLOYEE TOILET TANK. INSTD TO REPAIR ALL SAID LEAKS. IMPROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER STOPPERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA.
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Sep 10, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING IS DIRTY, CLEAN THE SHELVING AND SANITIZE IN DETAIL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE SMALL REFRIGERATOR IS RUSTY AND DAMAGED, THE MANAGER REMOVED SAID REFRIGERATOR, REPLACE THE REFRIGERATOR WITH A SANITARY UNIT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE REAR PREP AREA FLOORS ARE DIRTY, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
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Dec 22, 2011
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES,INTERIOR OF ICE BIN AT SERVICE COUNTER,SODA MACHINE,UNDER SIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER,PIPES,DEEP FRYER UNIT,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN COVER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT & WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS,FRONT WINDOW CAULK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.SMALL TABLE TOP COOLER.
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Dec 15, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: 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 EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 15 LIVE DRAIN FLIES ON WALLS ,CEILINGS IN PREP AREA,DINING AREA,HALLWAY,TOILET ROOM.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/15/11.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES,INTERIOR OF ICE BIN AT SERVICE COUNTER,SODA MACHINE,UNDER SIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER,PIPES,DEEP FRYER UNIT,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN COVER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT & WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS,FRONT WINDOW CAULK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.SMALL TABLE TOP COOLER.
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Nov 17, 2011
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES,INTERIOR OF ICE BIN AT SERVICE COUNTER,SODA MACHINE,UNDER SIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER,PIPES,DEEP FRYER UNIT,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN COVER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT & WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS,FRONT WINDOW CAULK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR DOOR.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.SMALL TABLE TOP COOLER.
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Nov 10, 2011
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 15 LIVE DRAIN FLIES ON WALLS,CEILINGS,& FLOOR DRAINS FLYING THROUGHOUT PREMISES .MASSIVE AMOUNT OF WASTE BUILD UP INSIDE OF FLOOR DRAINS.NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AVAILABLE TO VIEW.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK,CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/10/11.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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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.OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF & CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOMS OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE IN CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM & NO SOAP & HAND DRYING DEVICE IN STAFF TOILET ROOM.SOAP & TOWELS ARE NOW PROVIDED.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)CITATION ISSUED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES,INTERIOR OF ICE BIN AT SERVICE COUNTER,SODA MACHINE,UNDER SIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER,PIPES,DEEP FRYER UNIT,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN COVER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT & WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS,FRONT WINDOW CAULK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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.SMALL TABLE TOP COOLER.
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Mar 18, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW AT THIS TIME.MUST PROVIDE A POST AT ALL TIMES.
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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.MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR PROPERLY.
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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.MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVES,INTERIOR OF ICE BIN AT SERVICE COUNTER,SODA MACHINE,UNDER SIDE OF SERVICE COUNTER,PIPES,DEEP FRYER UNIT,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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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.MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAIN COVER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER,NEAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT & WHERE NEEDED.
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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.MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS,FRONT WINDOW CAULK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR DOOR.
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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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK,LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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.SMALL TABLE TOP COOLER.
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70
Mar 18, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE COOLERS.
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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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT, AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES.
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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. MUST REPLACE BROKEN CEILING TILES AND SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES, WHERE NEEDED.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Church's Chicken # 1068 last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Church's Chicken # 1068 on file is from Oct 29, 2024. The public record contains 30 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Church's Chicken # 1068?

Across the inspection record, “proper cooling methods used” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Church's Chicken # 1068.

Has Church's Chicken # 1068's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Church's Chicken # 1068 have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

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A low risk rating at Church's Chicken # 1068 means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

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Based on the inspection history on file, Church's Chicken # 1068 is inspected around two times per year on average.