George Hot Dogs
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
95
Score
The health department has logged 24 inspections at George Hot Dogs, the earliest from 2012. The most recent report on file is from Jan 7, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited 10 times.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so George Hot Dogs is doing better than most peers. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
24
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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95
Apr 18, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING POLISHES, HOT DOGS CHILLI, HAMBURGERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY FAUCET PIPING ON 2 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSRRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AND MAINTAIN ON SITE FOR REVIEW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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78
Jan 8, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WITH VALID ORIGINAL SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS (DAIRY, ITALIAN BEEF, CHILLI, BURGERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CFM ON SITE ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF-CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
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82
Jun 2, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE HAD NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1/2 IN GAP AROUND REAR EXTERIOR DOOR BOTTOM AND SIDE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN FOR THE PREVENTION OF PEST.
38
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION ONCE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE IS OBTAINED.
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82
May 9, 2022
Complaint
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE HAD NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 ISSUED.
2
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 15, 2021 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. #57 ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND HAVE CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. #58 ALL FOOD MANAGERS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING AND HAVE CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FROM THE FAUCET NECK OF THE TWO COMP SINK; MUST REPAIR LEAKING FROM FAUCET NECK.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT THE WASHROOM DOOR; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WASHROOM DOOR.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL OF THE WALK-IN COOLER; MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FAN COVER INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER TO REMOVE DUST. ALSO CLEAN THE CEILING ABOVE THE FAN COVER TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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Jan 20, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 15, 2021 AS REQUIRED; MUST CORRECT. #57 ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND HAVE CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. #58 ALL FOOD MANAGERS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING AND HAVE CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
60
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF BOTH FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.
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Mar 15, 2021
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION
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Sep 28, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HANDWASHING SINK AND 2-COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND ICE ACCUMULATION IN DEEP FREEZER IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND LEAKY FAUCET BASE ON 2-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 21, 2020
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE NOT AWARE OF THE DAY-TO-DAY OPERATIONS OF THE BUSINESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE DURING THE INSPECTION, WHILE TCS FOODS, CHICKEN & BEEF ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVICED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HIRE PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVIE, AND KEEP LOG BOOK ONSITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST POST HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDSINKS IN PREP AND TOILET ROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HANDWASHING SINK AND 2-COMP SINK IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND ICE ACCUMULATION IN DEEP FREEZER IN REAR DISH/PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
51
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND LEAKY FAUCET ON 2-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON THE STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL COVERED GARBAGE CAN IN STAFF TOILET ROOM, FOR FEMALE SANITARY NEEDS, AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL THE HOLE IN THE LOWER WALL UNDER THE CASH REGISTER IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. ALSO, REPAIR THE STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 2, 2019
Complaint
3 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGER OR CERTIFICATE POSTED AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON COMPLIANCE WITH VIOLATION #58 NO ALLERGEN TRAINING, FROM REPORT # 2253138 DATED 1/25/2019. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED.
60
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNISEX RESTROOM TRASH RECEPTACLE WITHOUT COVER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVER.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Jan 25, 2019
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER IN THE REAR AREA AT AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE (47.6 F). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, (BEEF AUJUS, 46.3 F, ICE CREAM MIX, 48.1 F, TZATZIKI SAUCE, 47.3 F, CUT LETTUCE, 45.5 F). MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURE SAID PRODUCTS. INSTRUCTED THAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS SHOULD BE HELD AT 41 F OR BELOW. APPROX. 20 LBS AND $100 IN VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID POLICY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP OF VOMITING AND DIARRHEA PROCEDURE AND CLEAN-UP EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE SAID POLICY ALONG WITH CLEAN-UP KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO TOILET TISSUE IN THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-010
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE BY THE REAR BACK DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATION MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX. 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE BACK DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO PREVENT POSSIBLE HARBORAGE.
38
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISHES STORED IMPROPERLY ON THE EDGE OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED THAT DISHES SHOULD BE INVERTED FOR PROPER AIR DRYING.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTOR NOT LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED ON THE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN APPROVED BACKFLOW PREVENTOR OR AIR GAP BETWEEN THE WATER SUPPLY INLET AND THE UNIT.
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Sep 13, 2018
Reinspection
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED
58
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 5-205.11A OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA FOR HAND WASHING.MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
10
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION
5
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 2-102.14 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION
3
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 3-305.13 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 4-501.11B MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON LID AT STEAM TABLE
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 4-601.13 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE,FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN,MOP SINK BASIN,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,SODA NOZZLE
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 6-501.19 OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILETROOM DOOR THAT LEADS INTO THE FOOD PREP AREA
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN
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45
Sep 10, 2018
Reinspection
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED
58
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 5-205.11A OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA FOR HAND WASHING.MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON TOP OF SODA BOXES ON CADDY,ON FLOOR UNDER REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,ON FLOOR BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS AND MOTOR OF REACH IN FREEZER,ON FLOOR NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK AND IN TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/5/18.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION 7-38-020A
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 2-102.14 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION)
5
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2213901 9/5/18 #52-STILL OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK BACKING UP WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE IN ALL COMPARTMENTS WHEN WATER IS RELEASED AND WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON IN SINK AND VERY SLOW DRAINING.ALSO,UPON INSPECTION TODAY THE 2- COMPARTMENT SINK IS BACKING UP INTO RIGHT COMPARTMENT WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM THE LEFT COMPARTMENT .2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS HAVE BEEN CORRECTED ON SITE AT THIS TIME.THE 2 AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS ARE NOW REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY-7-42-090)
59
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 3-305.13 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 6-202.15(C) OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR AND SIDE PARKING LOT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 4-501.11B MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON LID AT STEAM TABLE
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 4-601.13 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE,FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN,MOP SINK BASIN,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,SODA NOZZLE
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 6-501.19 OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILETROOM DOOR THAT LEADS INTO THE FOOD PREP AREA
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 6-201.11 MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENT,LIGHT SHIELDS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 5, 2018
Routine
4 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)
58
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-205.11A OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA FOR HAND WASHING.MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)
10
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: 5-402.13 OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT SINK BACKING UP WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE IN ALL COMPARTMENTS WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM SINK AND VERY SLOW DRAINING.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY-7-38-030 C)
52
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON TOP OF SODA BOXES ON CADDY,ON FLOOR UNDER REAR FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,ON FLOOR BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS AND MOTOR OF REACH IN FREEZER,ON FLOOR NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK AND IN TOILET ROOM ALONG WALL.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/5/18.(PRIORITY-FOUNDATION 7-38-020A)
38
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION)
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION)
5
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-305.13 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15(C) OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR AND SIDE PARKING LOT DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11B MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON LID AT STEAM TABLE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.13 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE,FRYER CABINET,PREP TABLES,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN,MOP SINK BASIN,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,SODA NOZZLE.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-501.19 OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILETROOM DOOR THAT LEADS INTO THE FOOD PREP AREA.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL EQUIPMENT,LIGHT SHIELDS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 8, 2016
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOK TOUCH READY TO EAT FOODS(i.e. HOT DOG BUN, CHEESE,) WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO USE GLOVES, UTENSILS OR WHITE TIISUE PAPER WHEN HANDLING ALL READY TO EAT FOODS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOTED 10-19-16 ON REPORT # 1966778 NOT CORRECTED: -45- FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT NOT MET. ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST MEET IDPH REQUIREMENTS. SERIOUS NON COMPLIANT VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER 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 UNDER REAR STORAGE, AND FRONT GRILL AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Oct 19, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1588508 DATE 11/12/2015/ VIOLATION # 45 FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENT NOT MET, INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR UPRIGHT FREEZER 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 UNDER REAR STORAGE, AND FRONT GRILL AREA NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Nov 18, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENT LOCATED IN THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD WATER FAUCET KNOB AT TOP LOADING SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM MACHINE IS MISSING/BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 12, 2015
Reinspection
10 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1583958 DATED ON NOVEMBER 5, 2015. OBSERVED VIOLATION #16 - ICE MACHINE HAS BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) OBSERVED VIOLATION #18 OBSERVED NO UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL LOG ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE MOST RECENT COMPLETED PEST CONTROL LOG. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. OBSERVED VIOLATION #24 - 3 COMPARTMENT SINK STILL HAS A MAJOR LEAK DUE TO FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT HAS AN OPEN SEAM WHICH IS LEAKING AND T-TRAP HAS A MAJOR LEAK AS WELL. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS UNABLE TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE DUE TO BOTH LEAKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020. ALL SERIOUS VIOLATIONS HAVE BEEN UPGRADED TO CRITICAL VIOLATIONS 7-42-090.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14
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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: SEE VIOLATION #14. NO PEST CONTROL LOG ON SITE.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS; INSIDE OF BOTH FRYERS AND UNDER THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, ALL LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED THE INSIDE CABINET OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK CABINET IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND UNDER THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR ARE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK ON THE HOT WATER KNOB OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE PREP COOLER LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA THAT HOLDS POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HAMBURGER, POLISH) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 5, 2015
Routine
14 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITIES NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED A PREP COOLER, HOLDING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MAYO, LETTUCE, GYRO SAUCE) LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN THE TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW, AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE WAS 59.6F. UNIT TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY CDPH. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES; 1/2 LB GYRO SAUCE AT 56.3F, 1/4 LB SHREDDED LETTUCE AT 59.6F, AND 1/2 LB MAYO AT 59.3F. ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE DISCARDED AND DENATURED. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE, LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, WITH AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF A BLACK SUBSTANCE AROUND THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 40 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED ON AND UNDER THE DRY STORAGE RACKS NEXT TO THE UTILITY SINK IN THE REAR. OBSERVED 5 RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE SODA BOXES ALSO LOCATED IN THE REAR. OBSERVED 10 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID AREAS. OBSERVED NO UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL LOG ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE MOST RECENT PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECEIPT AND A PEST CONTROL LOG. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (MAYO, BEEF, POLISH) ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS OPENED AND OPERATING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MAJOR LEAK UNDER THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINORS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1480288 DATED ON 9/11/2014, VIOLATION #32 INTERIOR PANEL OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR, EXPOSED INSULATION BUILD UP. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. INTERIOR OF CHEST FREEZER. VIOLATION #33 INTERIOR BASIN OF UTILITY SINK NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS A SHELF LINER ON THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO NOT REUSE CARDBOARD, ALL SURFACES SHOULD BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAINED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS; INSIDE OF BOTH FRYERS AND UNDER THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, ALL LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED THE INSIDE CABINET OF THE EXPOSED HAND SINK CABINET IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND UNDER THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REAR ARE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MINOR LEAK ON THE HOT WATER KNOB OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED VENTILATION THRU OUT FACILITY WITH ACCUMULATED DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOK WITHOUT A METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO TAKE TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HAMBURGER, POLISH) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE PREP COOLER LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA THAT HOLDS POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (HAMBURGER, POLISH)INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STOCK (BAG OF ONIONS) AND SODA BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENT NOT MET. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 11, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELF IN BETWEEN ICE MACHINE AND EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO SEAL/PAINT SAME. INTERIOR PANEL OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR, EXPOSED INSULATION BUILD UP. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. INTERIOR OF CHEST FRE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR BASIN OF UTILITY SINK NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
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Dec 12, 2013
Complaint
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE BASEBOARDS HAVE DIRTY GAPS IN THE REAR, CLEAN AND REPAIR THE GAPS IN THE BASEBOARDS. THE WALL UNDER THE REGISTER IS DIRTY, CLEAN THE WALL.
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Nov 20, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOORS ARE DIRTY UNDER THE STEAM TABLE AND CONDIMENT COOLER, CLEAN THE FLORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE BASEBOARDS HAVE DIRTY GAPS IN THE REAR, CLEAN AND REPAIR THE GAPS IN THE BASEBOARDS. THE WALL UNDER THE REGISTER IS DIRTY, CLEAN THE WALL.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WIPING TOWELS ARE LEFT OUT ON THE COUNTER, STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION IN BETWEEN USE.
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Aug 15, 2012
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CHIPPED PAINT LEAVING A HOLE AT WALL BY UTILITY SINK; REPAIR. REMOVE/CLEAN DUST FROM ALL CEILING VENTS.
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Aug 8, 2012
License
2 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A GREASE RECEPTOR AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND ATTACH A DRAINBOARD TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE THREE METAL DRAIN STOPPERS FOR PROPER SET UP OF THREE COMP SINK (WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING)
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CHIPPED PAINT LEAVING A HOLE AT WALL BY UTILITY SINK; REPAIR. REMOVE/CLEAN DUST FROM ALL CEILING VENTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was George Hot Dogs last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at George Hot Dogs on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at George Hot Dogs?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at George Hot Dogs.
Has George Hot Dogs' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at George Hot Dogs have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at George Hot Dogs 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 George Hot Dogs inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, George Hot Dogs is inspected around two times per year on average.
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