Golden Crust Pizzeria

4620 N Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Italian
Last inspected: Oct 2, 2025
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Score
Low Risk

Golden Crust Pizzeria has been inspected 32 times since 2010. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 2, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near five violations per visit across recent inspections.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, showing up 23 times.

Among Chicago restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

32
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 2, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15--- LEAK FROM THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114--ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--- NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OF CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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82
Sep 24, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 11 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR UPPER PORTION OF THE ICE MACHINE NOTED WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING DOWN INTO THE ICE FOR CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE FROM ALL INTERIOR AREAS AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOODS NOT STORED IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: NOTED THE TABLE TOP CAN OPENER WITH EXCESSIVE RUST AND ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN/REMOVE OR REPLACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION OF FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER OR ELSEWHERE. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE TO CLEAN AND MONITOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED THE EXTERIOR OF THE BAR DISH MACHINE WITH PLASTIC ON ALL METAL SIDES AND DOOR HANDLE WITH SOME NOTED PEELING. MUST REMOVE ALL PLASTIC.----MUST NOT USE TINFOIL OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT.----METAL SHELVING UNDER COOKS LINE EQUIPMENT WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: LEAK FROM THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE ONTO THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: BASEBOARD COVING ALONG THE WALL AND FLOOR UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WITH OPEN CRACKS/CREVICES MUST SEAL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES MUST NOT STORE BICYCLES/SCOOTERS INSIDE THE KITCHEN.----ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED DUCT TAPE ON THE BACK SPLASH OF THE DISH AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.----NOTED MISSING GROUTING ON THE FLOOR AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED DAMAGED RUBBER FLOOR MATTING REPAIRED WITH PLASTIC. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REMOVE PLASTIC AS A MEANS OF REPAIR.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OF CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS.
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Nov 5, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 25, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS OR TEST STRIPS/STICKERS WERE PROVIDED TO MEASURE THE SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS INSIDE OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.(HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE WITH GAUGE READING FINAL RINSE AT 180F).INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SURFACE TEMPERATURE TEST STRIPS OR IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING SURFACE THERMOMETER FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.(SEE COMMENTS).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR CLUTTERED BASEMENT STORAGE AREA AND (1) LIVE COCKROACH BEHIND THE KITCHEN HANDSINK.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY FROM ALL AFFECTED AREA.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES .
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR KITCHEN SHELF WITHOUT A LABEL.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE COMMON NAME ON ALL BULK CONTAINERS TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY ITEM(SALT, SUGAR, FLOUR ETC).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAP OPENING APPROX:1/4" INCH AT BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF REAR KITCHEN EXIT DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARD IN THE BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE DEEP FRYER,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREP COOLERS,KITCHEN STORAGE SHELFS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES,DEEP FRYER AND INTERIOR OF COOKING STOVE AND INTERIOR OF OVEN ALSO,THE TOP OF THE LARGE KITCHEN PIZZA OVEN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. DETAIL CLEAN WALL EXHAUST FAN IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS UNUSED EQUIPMENTS ETC.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PESTS.MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB FOR LIGHT FIXTURE OVER THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND UNDER THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Sep 25, 2023
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP IN THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Sep 18, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 4 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED, SUCH AS (COLESLAW, PIZZA, CHEESE, ETC.) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND 1 LIVE ROACH IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE, UPON ARRIVAL, WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CALCIUM BUILDUP IN THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Jun 17, 2022
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT FRONT AND BACK PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-904.11 OBSERVED TWO KNIFES STORED IN BETWEN THE PIPES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR ALL THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA AND IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS TO OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Jun 10, 2022
Routine
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: FOUND INCOMPLETE CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, HOTDOG, PIZZA ETC) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHEN HANDLING TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO KNIFES STORED IN BETWEN THE PIPES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH THE PREP TABLES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ON THE FLOOR ALL THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA AND IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS TO OBTAIN AN ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT FRONT AND BACK PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 11, 2021
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.112 REMOVE ALL OF THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE OVEN, DEEP FRYERS AND UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-501.18 CLEAN THE TOILETS IN BOTH WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE WALL AND WALL BASE BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Feb 18, 2021
Complaint
2 critical violations. 5 minor violations.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER: HAM AT 49.3F, BAKED POTATOES AT 52.3F, VODKA SAUCE AT 51.3F, HAMURGER AT 49.5F, SHREDDED LETTUCE AT 51.3F, ROASTED PEPPERS AT 49.3F, ITALIAN SAUSAGE AT 49.8F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 15# OF FOOD WORTH $80. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 49F. THE PREP COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS MEAT AND COOKED VEGETABLES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 41F. PRIORITY 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL OF THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE OVEN, DEEP FRYERS AND UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE TOILETS IN BOTH WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE WALL AND WALL BASE BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Jan 12, 2021
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.112 REMOVE ALL OF THE DEAD INSECTS FROM THE BASEMENT FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE OF THE OVEN, DEEP FRYERS AND UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE DRAIN LINE OF THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK MOUNTED ON THE WALL IN THE PREP AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE DUMP SINK BEHIND THE BAR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE WALL AND WALL BASE BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Jan 5, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 5 LIVE COCKROACHES IN THE HALLWAY OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA INSIDE THE ACCESS PANEL TO THE CHEST FREEZER AND AROUND THE CHEST FREEZER AND 1 DOOR FREEZER. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS AND FREEZERS, AND THE SODA GUN NOZZLE AND HOLDER AT THE BAR AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAK AT THE DRAIN LINE OF THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK MOUNTED ON THE WALL IN THE PREP AREA.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: THE DRAIN LINE FOR THE ICE MACHINE IS NOT CONNECTED TO A FLOOR DRAIN AND IS DRIPPING ONTO THE BASEMENT FLOOR. MUST REROUTE THE DRAIN LINE INTO A FLOOR DRAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE WALL AND WALL BASE BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN THE DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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Apr 8, 2020
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED COVER ON REACH OVER FREEZER IN BASEMENT AREA
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVES, FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN CEILING IN KITCHEN PREP AREA INCLUDING CABLES AND LIGHT HOLDING CHAINS COVERED WITH DUST AND GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT MOPS HAVE BEEN STORED ON FLOORS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PLACE MOPS IN POSITION THAT CAN ALLOWS THEM AIR DRY WITH OUT SOILING WALLS AND FLOORS
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTS ON STAIRWAY TO BASEMENT AND UNDER STAIRS IN BASEMENT AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Mar 31, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: NOTED NO SANITIZER TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A TEST STRIP KIT ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER . PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, PASTA)NOT PROPERLY DATED , STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-005
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND A POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST DISCLOSE AND REMIND SUCH ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED -
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS AT THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA AND OVER 10 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER STAIRS IN BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED COVER ON REACH OVER FREEZER IN BASEMENT AREA
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT PRE-COOKED CHICKEN WINGS ARE STORED IN BROKEN PLASTIC CONTAINER . MUST PROVIDE PROPER DURABLE CONTAINERS WITH COVERS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES IN BASEMENT
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE EASY CLEANABLE CEILING OVER FREEZERS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HEAVY CLUTTER THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT ON SHELVES, FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY OR UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PEST. MUST UPGRADE HOUSING KEEPING
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CLEAN CEILING IN KITCHEN PREP AREA INCLUDING CABLES AND LIGHT HOLDING CHAINS COVERED WITH DUST AND GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT MOPS HAVE BEEN STORED ON FLOORS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND FRONT PREP AREA.MUST PLACE MOPS IN POSITION THAT CAN ALLOWS THEM AIR DRY WITH OUT SOILING WALLS AND FLOORS
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTS ON STAIRWAY TO BASEMENT AND UNDER STAIRS IN BASEMENT AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATION FROM ALL EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE'S MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT.
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May 28, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. - -
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Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SHELF STORAGE WITH PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS AND CAN GOODS LOCATED IN EAST BASEMENT WALL MENTIONED AREA MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELFS IN REAR KITCHEN WALK-IN-COOLER AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT THE DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENCE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE. -
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May 21, 2019
Complaint
1 critical violation. 7 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNTAIN 7-38-010, CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT ON THE MENU. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DISCLOSE WHICH FOODS CAN BE ORDERED "RAW" OR UNDER COOKED AND LINK THOSE FOODS WITH AN ASTERISK (*) TO A REMINDER STATEMENT THAT STATES THAT EATING RAW OR UNDER COOKED FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOOD BORNE ILLNESS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED. - -
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROBE THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 35 RODENT (RAT) DROPPINGS IN FLOORS AT REAR CLUTTERED BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4): **PF** Enforcement by the Regulatory Authority (Non-Compliance) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2232350 DATED: 10/26/2018 47 4-501.12- RIPPED OFF RUBBER GASKET ON THE SMALL WHITE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. 01/19/2019 49 4-601.11-BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ONE OF THE DEEP FRYER BOTTOM COMPARTMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 01/19/2019 55 6-501.114-CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN. 01/19/2019 56 4-204.11- HOOD WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED IN THE COOK LINE. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE GREASE AND DUST AND MAINTAIN. 01/19/2019 INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY WITH NOTED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN BY 5/28/2019 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090,CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MAKER,DRIPPING INTO ICE "ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION". MANAGEMENT WAS INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED. -
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (SOUPS,PASTAS,PORK RIBS ETC) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO DATE MARK ALL READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SHELF STORAGE WITH PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS AND CAN GOODS LOCATED IN EAST BASEMENT WALL MENTIONED AREA MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES PREPARE FOOD WITHOUT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT SINGLE SERVICE CARRY OUT FOOD CONTAINERS AT FOOD PREP STORAGE SHELFS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR RUSTY SHELFS IN REAR KITCHEN WALK-IN-COOLER AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN TOP LID FOR CHEST FREEZER LOCATED IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. MUST REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN SHELFS IN BASEMENT BEER WALK-IN-COOLER TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF MOLD AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET AT THE DISH WASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND TO MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: A toilet room used by females shall be provided with a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA (EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP) AND BAR AREA ALSO,BASEMENT FLOOR AT REAR ADJACENT TO FOUNTAIN DRINK SYRUP STORAGE RACK FLOOR MUST BE CLEANED AND MAINTAINED MANAGER IS MADE AWARE OF MENTIONED AREAS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIM LIGHT BULB INSIDE THE REAR KITCHEN WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULB IN MENTIONED AREAS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY FOR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENCE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ONSITE. -
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Oct 26, 2018
Reinspection
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N)-NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNTAIN 7-38-010 NO CITATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-28-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11- NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17- READY TO EAT FOODS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED AND DATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14-ALL WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES, CHOPPING BOARD, COOLERS MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12- RIPPED OFF RUBBER GASKET ON THE SMALL WHITE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11-BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ONE OF THE DEEP FRYER BOTTOM COMPARTMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12-BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE TO SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114-CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11- BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-204.11- HOOD WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED IN THE COOK LINE. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE GREASE AND DUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 19, 2018
Routine
6 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N)-NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNTAIN 7-38-010 NO CITATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-28-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11- NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12(A)- INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A HAND SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AND PROVIDE PAPER TOWEL AND HAND SOAP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38.030(C)-NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(A)- INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MAKER,UPPER AND BOTTOM SURFACES WITH BLACK MOLDY LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE THE ICE MAKER UNTIL IT IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED. ICE ARE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17- READY TO EAT FOODS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED AND DATED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.11-FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. RATS DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE WALL BASE AND CORNER OVER 60 TOTAL. BASEMENT IS USED AS A STORAGE FOR NON FOOD ITEMS ONLY. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REMOVE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12-ALL DRY BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST HAVE A COMMON NAME OUTSIDE THE CONTAINER.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14-ALL WIPING CLOTH FOR WIPING THE PREP TABLES, CHOPPING BOARD, COOLERS MUST BE STORED ON A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12-ALL CHOPPING BOARD WITH DEEP CUTS MUST BE CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND RESURFACED OR REPLACED. RIPPED OFF RUBBER GASKET ON THE SMALL WHITE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.17-RAW WOOD SHELVINGS IN THE KITCHEN. MUST PAINT OR SEALED AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11-BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN WITH FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ONE OF THE DEEP FRYER BOTTOM COMPARTMENT WITH GREASE BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12-BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED BEHIND THE ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE TO SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114-CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS/ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR. REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/ARTICLES NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-204.11- HOOD WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED IN THE COOK LINE. MUST CLEAN,REMOVE GREASE AND DUST AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11- BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE PREP AREA AND ON THE HOOD IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13- ALL FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE ARE EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED TO RE TAKE THE FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING AND RENEW THE CERTIFICATE.
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Oct 19, 2017
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: KITCHEN BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY FOODS STORED AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MANUAL CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP COUNTERS, COOLERS, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, AND SHELVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS,BEHIND BAR COUNTER AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL HEAVY KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS AND THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THROUGH-OUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND DRY STORAGE ROOM NEAR THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST-HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND MAINTAIN
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Oct 10, 2017
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: KITCHEN BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED TO IDENTIFY FOODS STORED AND MAINTAIN.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GREASE BOX NOT CLEANED, MAINTAINED OR RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED WASTE GREASE ON GROUND AND WASTE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON TOP LID AND SIDES OF GREASE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE CONTAINER AND ON GROUND TO PREVENT INSECT AND RODENT NUISANCE. SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE WHICH USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINE, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED 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: FOUND EVIDENCE OF RODENT DROPPINGS APPROXIMATELY 40 RODENT(RAT)DROPPINGS IN CLUTTERED BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND APPROXIMATELY 20 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN THE CORNER NEXT TO KITCHEN DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREAS,1O LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN BAR AREA ALSO,THE REAR KITCHEN EXIT DOOR THAT OPENS TO THE OUTSIDE IS NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF SAID DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FRUIT FLIES,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL AND MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM/CORNERS TO PREVENT-PEST ENTRY AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES MUST BE SANDED/BLEACHED OR REPLACED AND WOODEN SHELVINGS ARE IN POOR-REPAIR ABOVE THE PREP TABLE NEXT TO THE DISHWASHING 3 COMPARTMENT SINK,MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MANUAL CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP COUNTERS, COOLERS, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, AND SHELVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREAS,BEHIND BAR COUNTER AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND ALL HEAVY KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS AND THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE WALLS/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN KITCHEN PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THROUGH-OUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND DRY STORAGE ROOM NEAR THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST-HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOPS FOR BAR ICE MACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY STORED OUTSIDE OF THE BAR ICE BIN INVERTED IN A CLEAN CONTAINER, NOT INSIDE THE BAR ICE BIN AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 4, 2016
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: SINGLE SERVICE CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AREA MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS,TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES,INTERIORS OF COOLERS,INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDING BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY BENEATH THE ICE MAKER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN LINE FOR BAR GUN SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN AND NOT INTO AN EXPOSED HANDSINK AT BAR AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Sep 21, 2016
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE 2 DOOR PREP LINE COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 52.9F. THE COOLER IS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS ASSORTED CUT TOMATOES,HUMMUS,COLESLAW ETC.AT THIS TIME,THE 2 DOOR PREP LINE COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE BELOW 40F AT ALL TIMES.ALSO,THE RIGHT DOOR TO SAID COOLER IS IN POOR REPAIR/HINGE IS BROKEN. MUST 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: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE 2 DOOR PREP LINE COOLER. OBSERVED MOZARELLA CHEESE AT 46.7F,CUT TOMATOES 47.1F,COLESLAW 50.0F,HUMMUS AT 51.6F,CHICKEN WINGS AT 88.1F-89.9F,POTATOES AT 51.0F,ETC.COLD FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: SINGLE SERVICE CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AREA MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS,TOPS AND BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES,INTERIORS OF COOLERS,INTERIOR BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,SIDES OF HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS, AND CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES INCLUDING BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY BENEATH THE ICE MAKER.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD MISSING AT HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD FOR LIGHT BULB AND REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DRAIN LINE FOR BAR GUN SUCH THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO A FLOOR DRAIN AND NOT INTO AN EXPOSED HANDSINK AT BAR AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE STOCK ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL FOR EASIER CLEANING.
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Jan 23, 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: CHIPPING WALL SURFACE OF WALK-IN COOLER NEEDS RESEAL,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Jan 16, 2015
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, POSTED OR AVAILABLE, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, SEE BELOW, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL IN A CLASS WITH PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR ACTUAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE AVAILABLE, AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED, SERVED AND PREPARED, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-012
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED, DATED 06/26/2014, FOR VIOLATIONS LISTED BELOW: 30 FOODS INSIDE COOLER NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS. 32 RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES NOT SEALED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE. STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE. 33 BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP COUNTER, COOLERS, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, AND CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE. 34 FLOOR THROUGH-OUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK-IN COOLER NOT MAINTAINED OR CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RESEAL FLOOR INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND FLOOR MATS IN PREP AREA. 35 WALL AND CEILING NOT MAINTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE CEILING TILE AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALL AROUND OUTLETS. 41 UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THROUGH-OUT BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ONE DOOR PREP COOLER GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR, AND LID TO 3 DOOR PREP COOLER IN POOR REPAIR, KNOB MISSING AND HINGES NOT CONNECTED, MUST REPAIR AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEAN, MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CHIPPING WALL SURFACE OF WALK-IN COOLER NEEDS RESEAL,
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NO LIGHT IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, MUST PROVIDE,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FAUCET LEAKING AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND NO 3 SINK STOPPERS,
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING IN ILLINOIS CERTIFICATES AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, MUST PROVIDE,
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Jun 26, 2014
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS INSIDE COOLER NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES NOT SEALED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE. STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: POTATO SLICER, CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP COUNTER, COOLERS, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, AND CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THROUGH-OUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK-IN COOLER NOT MAINTAINED OR CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RESEAL FLOOR INISDE WALK-IN COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND FLOOR MATS IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL AND CEILING NOT MIANTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE CEILING TILE AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALL AROUND OUTLETS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT CONDENSATION LINE NOT GOING TO FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EXTEND LINE TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE WATER ON FLOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THROUGH-OUT BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Jun 19, 2014
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GREASE BOX NOT CLEANED, MAINTAINED OR RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED WASTE GREASE ON GROUND AND WASTE ENCRUSTED GREASE ON TOP LID AND SIDES OF GREASE BOX. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE BOX AND GROUND TO PREVENT INSECT AND RODENT NUISANCE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED OR OERATED. WHILE DRAINING WATER IN MIDDLE OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, WATER CLOUDY WITH FOOD DEBRIS COMING UP LEFT AND RIGHT SIDES. ALSO, SEEMS ON BOTH SIDES OF SINK ARE BROKEN AND WATER IS GOING FROM ONE SIDE TO THE OTHER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND DRAIN LINE TO PREVENT INADEQUATE DISPOSAL OF DRAIN WATER. MUST WELD SEEMS OF SINK OR REPLACE TO PREVENT WATER SEEPAGE FROM THE COMPARTMENTS OF SINK. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: FOODS INSIDE COOLER NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL FOODS NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MULTI USE UTENSILS NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT UTENSILS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES NOT SEALED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURFACE. STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS RUSTED. INSTRUCTED TO APPLY NON-TOXIC SEALANT TO SURACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: POTATO SLICER, CAN OPENER ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, PREP COUNTER, COOLERS, EXHAUST HOOD AND FILTERS, DEEP FRYER CABINETS, AND CUTTING BOARDS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR THROUGH-OUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK-IN COOLER NOT MAINTAINED OR CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RESEAL FLOOR INISDE WALK-IN COOLER AND DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR AND FLOOR MATS IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL AND CEILING NOT MIANTAINED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE CEILING TILE AND SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALL AROUND OUTLETS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT CONDENSATION LINE NOT GOING TO FLOOR DRAIN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO EXTEND LINE TO PREVENT EXCESSIVE WATER ON FLOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THROUGH-OUT BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND ELEVATE SUPPLIES 6 INCHES OR HIGHER AND AWAY FROM WALL.
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Aug 1, 2013
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS/BINS NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED BROKEN GASKETS FOR ONE DOOR MEAT COOLER AND TWO DOORS PIZZA PREP REACH IN COOLER, AND BROKEN DOOR FOR PIZZA PREP REACH IN COOLER, ALSO EXCESSIVE RUST ON SHELVING UNITS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND NO COVERS/LIDS FOR ICE BINS AT BAR AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS, REPAIR OR REPLACE COOLER DOOR, SEAL OR REPLACE RUSTED SHELVING UNITS AND PROVIDE LIDS. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN STEAM TABLE AND EXPOSED SINK IN KITCHEN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, COOKING EQUIPMENT, CAN OPENER, MOP SINK AT KITCHEN/PREP AREA; AND STORAGE SHELVES, CABINETS, COOLERS AND COUNTERS AT BAR AREA.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEBRIS/FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ON FLOORS; MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN, BAR AREA, STORAGE ROOM AND THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. ALSO CLEAN/SANITIZE FLOOR DRAINS TO PREVENT FRUIT FLIES AT BAR AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS AND CEILING IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA IN POOR REPAIR AND WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS, ALSO OPENINGS NOTED SAME AREA AND STORAGE ROOM NEAR THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALLS AND CEILING AND REPAINT, AND SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: SOME COOLERS WITHOUT THERMOMETERS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER NOTED IN THE STORAGE ROOM NEAR THE KITCHENS AND THRU-OUT BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: NO HAIR RESTRAINTS; INSTRUCTED FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOPS AT BAR AREA IMPROPERLY STORED, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED IN AN APPROVED SANITIZER.
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Dec 19, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST ALL CHEST FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT (WITH HEAVY ICE BUILD UP).MISSING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL CHOPPING BOARD; EXTERIOR SIDES OF THE GRILL,AND DEEP FRYER; INTERIOR DOOR OF THE DEEP FRYER(WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP) AND ALL BULK CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR THRU-OUT BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST SEAL THE GAP AROND THE PIPE BEHIND WALLS OF THE BAR. MUST FINISH THE RIM AROUND THE DOOR OF THE STORAGE ROOM AND SEAL THE GAP/CREVICES ON THE BOTTOM CORNER OF THE DOOR. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FILTER AND HOOD IN THE KITCHEN(WITH GREASE BUILD UP).
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Nov 19, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.//NEED NAMES DATES ON ALL FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGE.
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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.//INSTRUCTED MGMT TO PROPERLY STORE ALL CLEAN MULTI USE UTENSILS IN PREP AREA.
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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 EXPOSED HAND BOWL & PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN AREA/REPLACE ALL STAIN & BADLY PITTED CUTTINING BOARDS IN PREP AREA/REMOVE CARD BOARD LINEING ON DRY STORAGE TABLE IN BASEMENT/REPLACE RUSTY FAN COVERS IN WALK IN COOLER OR PAINT/NEED LIDES ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE./NEED LIGHT COVER ON LIGHT IN VENTILATION FAN UNIT IN WOMEN RESTROOM.
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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.//SOME SHELVES IN COOLERS ,DRY STORAGE,INTERIOR & EXTERIOR OF EQUIPMENT NEED DETAIL CLEANING/MUST DETAIL CLEAN VENTILATION FAN COVERS IN MEN & WOMEN RESTROOM
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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 AROUND STOCK EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING/MUST REMOVE ALL SODA & MILK CARATS OFF FLOORS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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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.//NEED TO REPAIR CEILING IN BASEMENT IN REAR AREA/REPAIR WALL NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.//NEED FULL LIGHT SHIELDS & END CAPS ON LIGHTS OVER FOOD PREP AREA IN KITCHEN .
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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 REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES OFF PREMISES OR PROPERLY STORE AWAY.IN BASEMENT & 1ST FLOOR.
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May 18, 2010
Complaint
No violations found.
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May 12, 2010
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Remains to be corrected.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Remains to be corrected.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Remains to be corrected.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Remains to be corrected.
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Apr 2, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE,CRITICAL VIOLATION,COOLER WAS 55.2F UNABLE TO HOLD COLD FOOD AT 40F,TECHNICIAN CAME TO FIX THE COOLER,INSTRUCTED COOLER MUST BE 40F OR BELOW
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES,CRITICAL VIOLATION,CHEESE 48.6F,HAM 49.7F,COLESLAW 48.8,MANAGER DISCARDED THE FOOD,INSTRUCTED COLD FOOD MUST BE 40F OR BELOW,;TOTAL FOOD 10 LBS,$60.00
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food- transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND FRESH 6-10 RODENT DROPPINGS IN STORAGE AREA AND OLD RODENT DROPPINGS 10-20 AT THE BASEMENT,SERIOUS VIOLATION,GIVEN 5 DAYS 04-09-10 TO CALL EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREA
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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 ADJUST STRIP AT THE BOTTOM OF EXIT DOORS TO PREVENT ANY INSECTS FROM ENTERING,DOORS MUST BE SEALED
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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. DAMAGED FLOOR TILES NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST BE REPAIRED,MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN;CARPETED FLOOR LEADING TO THE WALK IN COOLER VERY DIRTY,MUST REMOVE CARPET FOR EASY CLEANING
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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. UNNECESSARY MATERIALS IN BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Golden Crust Pizzeria last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Golden Crust Pizzeria on file is from Oct 2, 2025. The public record contains 32 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Golden Crust Pizzeria?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 23 times, more than any other issue at Golden Crust Pizzeria.

Has Golden Crust Pizzeria's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Golden Crust Pizzeria have averaged around five violations per visit across the recent record.

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A low risk rating at Golden Crust Pizzeria 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, Golden Crust Pizzeria is inspected around two times per year on average.