Four Shadows
Last inspected: Oct 21, 2025
86
Score
Inspectors have visited Four Shadows 19 times, with records going back to 2010. The most recent visit was on Oct 21, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near five violations each time.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, showing up nine times.
The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Four Shadows on the better side of that line. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 21, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PINK MINERAL BUILD UP INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR TORN RODENT PROOF STRIP AT BOTTOM OF REAR KITCHEN DOOR.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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Sep 5, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED SMALL WOODEN PLANK AND PLASTIC WRAP USED TO FILL SPACE TO KEEP LOOSE OVEN DOOR CLOSED. INSTRCUTED TO REMOVE AND REPAIR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED ENCRUSTED GREASE IN EXHAUST VENTS ON KITCHEN FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLE IN BASEMENT SOUTHEAST WALL NEAR OFFICE AND BROKEN BASEBOARD AT SOUTHWEST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, RESTORING A SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, BOXES KEPT ON FLOOR IN LIQUOR STORAGE AND ITEMS ALONG THE WALLS UNDERNEATH SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ELEVATE ALL KEPT ITEMS A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP ON HOOD FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 8, 2023
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15--- BROKEN/MISSING FAUCET ON THE BASEMENT UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST REPLACE TO INCLUDE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: : 5-501.115--- ALL UNUSED ITEMS SUCH AS OLD FURNITURE MUST BE REMOVED FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11---: NOTED ALL WALLS AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE BAR AREA WITH DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER AND DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. -----WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE MENS WASHROOM AND KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE.----HOLES IN THE DOOR OF THE KITCHEN AND DOOR REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST REPLACE.----NOTED THE RAW BRICK WALL AT THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD AND BOX FREEZER STORAGE AREA WITH SHEDDING/FLAKING BRICK DEBRIS. MUST SEAL TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11---- MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AT THE BASEMENT BOX FREEZER AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
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Nov 29, 2023
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: NOTED THE COOKS LINE ONE DOOR PREP COOLER UNABLE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE NOTED AT 45.3F. NO FOOD INSIDE THE COOLER DURING THE INSPECTION. COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REPAIRED OR REPLACED AND MAINTAINS A TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. C.D.P.H NOTIFIED FOR RE-INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. PRIORITY VIOLATION.NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: THE CHLORINE CHEMICAL DISH MACHINE IS NOT PROPERLY DISPENSING SANITIZER. 0 PPM CHLORINE WAS NOTED. THE MACHINE TAG IS HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MAY NOT BE USED UNTIL REPAIRED, REPLACED, AND PROPERLY SANITIZED. C.D.P.H. CONTACTED FOR RE-INSPECTION AND TAG REMOVAL. NO DISHES BEING WASHED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION: NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED OVER A HUNDRED SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE BAR, UNDER SINKS, ICE BINS AROUND COOLERS. ALSO NOTED ARE A FEW AMOUNTS AT THE BASEMENT SERVICE SINK AND MEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL FLY ACTIVITY. SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMEND HAVING THE PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE FOR FLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: NOTED THE MENU INCORRECTLY DISCLOSES AND REMINDS CONSUMERS OF MENU ITEMS THAT ARE NOT RAW OR UNDERCOOKED, SUCH AS CHICKEN SANDWICHES AND CHICKEN SOUP. MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND CUSTOMERS OF ANIMAL-ORIGIN FOODS THAT MAY BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED ONLY ON BOTH THE PRINTED AND VIRTUAL MENUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CRACKED AND DAMAGED PLASTIC FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE THE COOLER. MUST REPLACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE TINFOIL OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND IN THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD STORAGE ----BADLY STAINED AND DIRTY HAND WASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF THE OVEN WITH EXCESSIVE BURNT FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BROKEN/MISSING FAUCET ON THE BASEMENT UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST REPLACE TO INCLUDE THE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: ALL UNUSED ITEMS SUCH AS OLD FURNITURE MUST BE REMOVED FROM OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED ALL WALLS AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE BAR AREA WITH DIRT, FOOD SPLATTER AND DEBRIS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. -----WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE MENS WASHROOM AND KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE.----HOLES IN THE DOOR OF THE KITCHEN AND DOOR REPAIRED WITH DUCT TAPE. MUST REPLACE.----NOTED THE RAW BRICK WALL AT THE BASEMENT DRY FOOD AND BOX FREEZER STORAGE AREA WITH SHEDDING/FLAKING BRICK DEBRIS. MUST SEAL TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.----NOTED SOME DAMAGED/MISSING WALL TILES AND BASEBOARD TILES AT THE ENTRANCE/EXIT OF THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AT THE BASEMENT BOX FREEZER AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE.
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Oct 26, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE KITCHEN.THE SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
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Dec 4, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISCLOSURE STATEMENT MISSING FROM BOTTOM OF MENU FOR BURGERS THAT ARE COOKED TO ORDER. MUST ADD STATEMENT, "THESE FOOD ITEMS ARE COOKED TO ORDER." PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MINOR LEAK AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET. MUST REPAIR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CURRENT EMPLOYEES.
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Jan 11, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WORKING STEM/PROBE THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE STEM/PROBE THERMOMETER TO DETERMINE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK AT: -BAR -KITCHEN PREP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW UNFINISHED WOOD SHELVES THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. ALSO OBSERVED RAW UNFINISHED WOOD SHELVES THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE WALK IN COOLER. INFORMED MANAGER THAT SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AREA AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RED/BROWNISH LIQUID FOOD DEBRIS ON BOTTOM LANDING SURFACE OF BEER COOLER LOCATED AT BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF WHITE POWDERY SUBSTANCE EMBEDDED ON BEER LINES IN BEER WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO IDENTIFY BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INFORMED MANAGER TO IDENTIFY BACK PREVENTER DEVICE OR INSTALL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED AND CHIPPED CONCRETE FLOORING AT BOTTOM OF STAIRS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INFORMED MANAGER THAT SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN PLASTIC DRAWERS INSIDE FRIDGE UNIT IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNT OUT LIGHT FIXTURE IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367- OBSERVED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Jan 9, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-501.114(A,B,C,D,E,F:1&2) FOUND LOW TEMP DISH WASHING NOT SANITIZING AT FINAL RINSE, 0PPM OBTAINED ON CHLORINE TEST STRIPS. SEVERAL ATTEMPTS WERE MADE AT TIME OF INSPECTION TO REACH OPPM CHLORINE LEVEL ON TEST STRIPS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. SITE INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT VIOLATION BY RE INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY VIOLATION# 7-38-025 CATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-302.12- OBSERVED NO WORKING STEM/PROBE THERMOMETER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE STEM/PROBE THERMOMETER TO DETERMINE INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14- OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK AT: -BAR -KITCHEN PREP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.17- OBSERVED RAW UNFINISHED WOOD SHELVES THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. ALSO OBSERVED RAW UNFINISHED WOOD SHELVES THROUGHOUT BEVERAGE WALK IN COOLER. INFORMED MANAGER THAT SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AREA AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13- OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF WHITE POWDERY SUBSTANCE EMBEDDED ON BEER LINES IN BEER WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C)(C)-OBSERVED RED/BROWNISH LIQUID FOOD DEBRIS ON BOTTOM LANDING SURFACE OF BEER COOLER LOCATED AT BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12- UNABLE TO IDENTIFY BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INFORMED MANAGER TO IDENTIFY BACK PREVENTER DEVICE OR INSTALL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11- OBSERVED CRACKED AND CHIPPED CONCRETE FLOORING AT BOTTOM OF STAIRS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INFORMED MANAGER THAT SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND ENSURE SURFACE IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11- OBSERVED BROKEN PLASTIC DRAWERS INSIDE FRIDGE UNIT IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11- OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNT OUT LIGHT FIXTURE IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367- OBSERVED ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN AWARENESS CERTIFICATES. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Nov 16, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PAINT/SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVING IN WALK IN BEER COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN BROWNISH PULPY LIQUID ACCUMULATING IN BOTTOM OF GLASS CHILLER COOLER.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT IN "BUTTER" COOLER IN BASEMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR INOPERABLE EXHAUST FANS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S RESTROOMS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION ON SITE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS HAVE COMPLETED MINIMUM FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.
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Sep 7, 2016
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1953343 8/29/16 #18 & 29 NOT CORRECTED STILL FINDING FRONT AND SIDE DOORS HAS A APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1561609 7/28/15 NOT CORRECTED #35-FILTERS ON THE HOOD WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM.MUST REPLACE CEILING PANELS.#41-CLUTTER IN THE WEST SIDE OF BASMENTBAGS OF HOLIDAY DECORATIONS,PIECES OF WOOD,EMPTY BOXES,CHAIRS,ETC.INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE,ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR,DISCARD UNCESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.MAINTENANCE PERSON ARRIVED ON SITE TO REPAIR DOOR SWEEPS AND CLUTTER IS BEING REMOVE,CEILING TILES REPLACED AND FILTERS BEING CLEANED AT THIS TIME DURING INSPECTION(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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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 DEBRI FROM FRYER CABINET,WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,BEER WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM,HOLES IN WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM STALL,MISSING WALL TILES IN WOMEN'S TOILETROOM STALL
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHT IN BASEMENT .MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN BASEMENT
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR FOOD HANDLERS .MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
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Aug 29, 2016
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
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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. 15 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND IN BAR AREA AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM,2- RAT DROPPINGS ON TOP OF BRICKS IN BASEMENT .ALSO FRONT AND SIDE DOORS HAS A APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS.REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/29/16.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1561609 7/28/15 NOT CORRECTED #35-FILTERS ON THE HOOD WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM.MUST REPLACE CEILING PANELS.#41-CLUTTER IN THE WEST SIDE OF BASMENTBAGS OF HOLIDAY DECORATIONS,PIECES OF WOOD,EMPTY BOXES,CHAIRS,ETC.INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE,ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR,DISCARD UNCESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FRYER CABINET,WHEEL BASES,GRILL TABLE,BEER WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AND MEN'S TOILET ROOM,HOLES IN WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM STALL,MISSING WALL TILES IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM STALL
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHT IN BASEMENT .MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN BASEMENT
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR FOOD HANDLERS .MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
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Jul 28, 2015
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FILTER ON THE HOOD WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE CEILING PANEL AND MAINTAIN
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE WEST SIDE OF THE BASEMENT. BAGS OF HOLIDAY DECORATIONS, OLD CASHIER MACHINE, PIECES OF WOODS, EMPTY BOXES,ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE,ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR,DISCARD UNNECESSARY ITEMS NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE AND HAVE AN EASY ACCESS IN CLEANING THE FLOOR.
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Jul 24, 2015
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 1561327 DATED 7.17.15 #32-MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN BOARD FOR CLEAN GLASSES AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR. #34-FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPAIR. MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.#35- STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE CEILLING PANEL. #38- MUST PROVIDE THREE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090. GIVEN 48 HOURS TO CORRECT.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SUMMARY REPORT NOT DISPLAYED/POSTED ON SITE IN PLAIN VIEW FOR THE CUSTOMER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: UPGRADED TO CRITICAL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT CLOSE TO THE STAIR NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. MUST REPAIR MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FILTER ON THE HOOD WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE CEILING PANEL AND MAINTAIN
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MEN'S WASHROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY. MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSER DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE WEST SIDE OF THE BASEMENT. BAGS OF HOLIDAY DECORATIONS, OLD CASHIER MACHINE, PIECES OF WOODS, EMPTY BOXES,ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE,ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR,DISCARD UNNECESSARY ITEMS NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE AND HAVE AN EASY ACCESS IN CLEANING THE FLOOR.
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Jul 17, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGR ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHICKEN WINGS, CHICKEN SANDWICH, HAMBURGER,ETC. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1498164 DATED 10/24/14. #30- ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT FOOD MUST BE LABEL AND DATED. #32-MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN BOARD FOR CLEAN GLASSES AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR. #34-FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPAIR. MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.#35- STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE CEILLING PANEL. #38- MUST PROVIDE THREE DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT CLOSE TO THE STAIR NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. MUST REPAIR MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FILTER ON THE HOOD WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN. STAINED CEILING PANELS INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE CEILING PANEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MEN'S WASHROOM DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY. MUST RE ADJUST THE SELF CLOSER DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE WEST SIDE OF THE BASEMENT. BAGS OF HOLIDAY DECORATIONS, OLD CASHIER MACHINE, PIECES OF WOODS, EMPTY BOXES,ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE,ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR,DISCARD UNNECESSARY ITEMS NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE AND HAVE AN EASY ACCESS IN CLEANING THE FLOOR.
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Oct 24, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD CONTAINERS WITH READY TO EAT FOOD MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE DRAIN BOARD OF THE 3 COMPT SINK AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND THE BAR. SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE PREP/KITCHEN AREA LOOSE. MUST REPAIR/RE GLUE TO MAKE IT STURDY.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT, ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNERS NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING. FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER MUST BE REPAIR. MAKE IT SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL ALL THE GAP BETWEEN THE WALLS AND THE CEILING THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT ABOVE ALL THE REACH IN FREEZERS. STAINED CEILING PANELS AND MISSING INSIDE THE MEN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPLACE CEILLING PANELS
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Sep 9, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT BASEMENT COOLER (4TH) AND BOX FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES MUST BE REMOVED FROM UNDER OUTDOOR STAIRWELL. IE: BOXES, DEBRIS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAT/HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Dec 7, 2012
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE DUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS ON THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BAR.
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Jun 27, 2011
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 NOT STORE CUTTING BOARDS BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOZZLE.
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Jun 28, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
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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. EXTERIOR OF COOKS LINE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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 UNDER ALL BASEMENT FREEZER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH DIRT/DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN. FLOOR UNDER KITCHEN FREEZER MUST CLEAN.
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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. WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN WOMANS WASHROOM, MUST REPLACE.
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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 INSTALL A NOZZLE ON THREE COMPARTMENT KITCHEN SINK THAT PROVIDES HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EXTENDING TO ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS. SINK HAS SPRAY ARM ONLY.
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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. MUST NOT STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Four Shadows last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Four Shadows on file is from Oct 21, 2025. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Four Shadows?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited nine times, more than any other issue at Four Shadows.
Has Four Shadows' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Four Shadows have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Four Shadows 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 Four Shadows inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Four Shadows is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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