Hollywood Grill
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
74
Score
Across the available record, Hollywood Grill has 28 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on Jan 20, 2026. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 12 times across the record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Hollywood Grill trails the local norm. Nothing in the record is alarming, but there's room to improve.
28
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOM AND AT THE HAND WASH SINK AT THE FRONTLINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PREP AREA COOLERS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED FOOD GRADE LIDS AND/OR COVERINGS.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12 OBSERVED SCOOPS FOR DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS BEING STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-202.16 OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE EXHAUST VENTILATION IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Jan 13, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH BROKEN LID(S). INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOM AND AT THE HAND WASH SINK AT THE FRONTLINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PREP AREA COOLERS UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED FOOD GRADE LIDS AND/OR COVERINGS.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SCOOPS FOR DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS BEING STORED DIRECTLY INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY BETWEEN USAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE EXHAUST VENTILATION IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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67
Jan 17, 2025
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY DEBRIS ON FLOOR AROUND VARIOUS PIECES OF EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 28, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 10, 2024
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation.
View 2 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COOK USE HIS HANDS TO MOVE THE GARBAGE CAN AND THEN PROCEEDED TO COOK AND PREPARE EGGS WITHOUT WASHING THEIR HANDS AND CHANGING GLOVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE EMPLOYEES WASH HANDS WHEN THERE IS A POSSIBLE SOURCE OF CROSS-CONTAMINATION. THE MANAGER INSTRUCTED THE EMPLOYEE TO WASH THEIR HANDS, CHANGE GLOVES, AND DISCARD THE EGGS BEING PREPARED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIMEFRAME REPORT #2583646 DATED OCTOBER 19 2023 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO: #47 REMOVE CARDBOARD BEING USED AS LINERS IN STORAGE AREA, #55 HANG MOPS WHEN NOT IN USE #57 ENSURE ALL EMPLOYEES SHOW VALID PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING, AND TO #58 ENSURE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS HAVE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING USED AS SHELVING FOR CHEMICALS AND SHOES IN BASEMENT, OBSERVED MOP STORED IN BUCKET AND NOT IN USE, OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES, AND OBSERVED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Oct 19, 2023
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SMALL AMOUNT OF CALCIUM BUILD UP ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FLOUR AND SUGAR CONTAINERS LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ARE NOT LABELED. MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH THE COMMON NAME OF FOOD ITEM.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPE CLOTHS ALL THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSRTUCTED TO KEEP WIPE CLOTHS IN PROPER SANITZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY USING CARDBOARD AS A LINER ON THE DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CARDBOARD OR REPLACE WITH A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPILL FOOD RESIDUE ON THE INSIDE OF REACH-IN FREEZER AND MICROWAVE AT THE END OF COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE FAUCET AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE UPSTAIRS UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS WHEN NOT IN USE TO ALLOW TO DRY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPILLED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS AND GREASE ACCUMULATION BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AT THE COOKLINE AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW VALID PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND EXPIRED AND NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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Feb 23, 2022
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT THE HAND SINKS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: THE PUBLIC MEN AND WOMEN TOLIET ROOMS AND THE UNISEX TOLIET ROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LABELS FOR BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS (FLOUR AND SUGAR) LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE ALL BULK AND WORKING FOOD INGREDIENT CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH CONTENTS NAME.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST MAINTAIN
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE EMPLOYEE UNISEX TOLIET ROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO RECORD OF EMPLOYEES VACCINATION STATUS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON FILE.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD DESCRIBING THE PROTOCOL FOR IMPLEMENTING AND ENFORCING THE PROOF OF VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON FILE.
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Sep 18, 2020
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM LOCATED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 DEAD BLACK BUGS IN BASEMENT IN NOOK UNDER STAIRCASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF DEAD PESTS.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED AS FLOOR MATS IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM AND EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM BOTH LOCATED IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND USE ONLY DURABLE, REUSABLE MATS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE CUTTING BOARDS ALONG MAIN PREP LINE OPPOSITE FLAT TOP GRILL COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CAN OPENER NEAR GRILL COVERED IN FOOD DEBRIS AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER PIPE UNDERNEATH ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN BASEMENT DRAINING ONTO FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE PIPE SO THAT IT DRAINS DIRECTLY INTO FLOOR DRAIN WITHOUT SPILLING ON FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN TILES AND UNDERNEATH STAIRCASE IN BASEMENT AND HOLES IN DRY WALL AROUND AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST ISSUES.
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Aug 26, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS READY TO EAT FOOD BEING HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE LABEL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITESMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSE SUCH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: HE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE WITH THE NECESSARY ITEMS GLOVES, MASK, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR GARBAGE CONTAINERS INSIDE WASHROOMS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Aug 16, 2019
Routine
5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITESMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY AND DISCLOSE SUCH FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL INSIDE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 4O SMALL FRUIT FLIES ON CEILING, WALLS AND STORAGE SHELVING IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE WITH THE NECESSARY ITEMS GLOVES, MASK, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS READY TO EAT FOOD BEING HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS. MUST PROVIDE LABEL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREAS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE TWO ICE MACHINES LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE SO THAT CAN BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIDS FOR GARBAGE CONTAINERS INSIDE WASHROOMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST ACCUMULATION ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON LIGHT SHIELD COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Apr 23, 2018
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH OUT PREP AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS, GREASE AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR WAITRESS STATION AREA. MUST REPLACE.
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Apr 21, 2017
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 14, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED: OBSERVED GREASE POOLING ON THE GROUND SURFACE BELOW THE RECEPTACLE AND GREASE DRIPPING FROM THE SIDES AND POOLING ON THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE GREASE RECEPTACLE. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA MUST BE DETAIL CLEANED AND GREASE MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE RECEPTABLE AND THE GROUND BELOW. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BOWL USED TO DISPENE RICE IN THE HOT HOLDING UNIT AND TONGS IN THE SALAD COOLER WITH THE HANDLE LYING IN THE FOOD. INSTRUCTED TO USE A HANDLED SCOOP OR UTENSIL WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP OUT OF THE FOOD AT ALL TIMES TO PROPERLY DISPENSE FOOD.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST STAINS ON THE WALL IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
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May 19, 2016
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT AREA TO BE USED FOR FOOD PREPARATION,INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK UNDER THE CITY PLUMBING CODE WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER,PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL/HAND DRYING DEVICE BROKEN LID LINER WITH EXPOSED INSULATION INSIDE THE CHEST FREER DOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID LINER,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE,PRESENTLY FOOD PROTECTED/COVERED WITH ORIGINAL PAPER. DIPPER WELL NOT MAINTAINED DISCHARGE HOSE IS WRAPPED WITH DUCT TAPE OR PAPER,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAIR CAUSE.NO TAPE ALLOWED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE DEEP FRYER BY THE STOVE ANF REMOVE EXCESS BURNED FOOD FROM INSIDE THE OVEN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESS WATER ON FLOOR UNDER THE UNGROUT FLOOR TILES,IN PREP/ DISH AREAS ,ALSO UNDER THE COOLERS IN THE KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND KEEP AREA DRY. WATER IN BASEMENT FLOOR BY AND UNDER ICE MACHINE AND PREP TABLES.MUST KEEP ALL AREA MENTIONED DRY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OPENED CEILING METAL SHEET ABOVE WEST CLEAN POT RACK IN DISH ROOM INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. WALLS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER(MIDDLE) IN THE BASEMENT WITH EXCESS BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WATER SEEPING FROM WEST WALL INSIDE THE DRY FOOD STORAGE,INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN WATER ON FLOOR ON BOTH STORAGE AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA,ALSO LIGHT SHIELD ARE DIRTY WITH EXCESS DUST AND WATER STAINS,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.DISH ROOM SLOWLY DRAINING,REPAIR CAUSE.ADDITIONAL WATER FLOW IS NEEDED AT WASH BOWL IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM
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May 10, 2016
Complaint
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: DISPLAY/PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINED.FOUND PREP COOLER IN THE KITCHEN WITH AIR TEMP OF 45.5F,49.7F AND 52F. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD ARE STORED INSIDE THE UNIT: COOKED DICED CHICKEN,DICED HAM ,ETC. ALL FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS.VALUE. TAGGED UNIT "HELD FOR INSPECTION" DONOT USE. OTHER COOLERS ARE ON PREMISES WITH ADEQUATE AIR TEMPERATURE 40F OR BELOW. 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 FOOD STORED INSIDE THE DISPLAY/PREP COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: GUACOMOLE AT TEMP OF 44.9F TO 45.9F; HALF CUT AVOCADO AT TEMP OF 62.2F; PRE-COOKED CHORIZO AT TEMP OF 58F; SOUR CREAM AT TEMP OF 54F; DICED CHICKEN AT TEMP OF 57F; BLUE CHEESES AT TEMP OF 48.9F; COOKED AND DICED BREAKFAST SAUSAGE MIXED WITH ONIONS AND OTHER VEGETABLE AT TEMP OF 49.9F; COOKED CHOPPED VEGETABLE AT TEMP OF 48.9F;FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 15,VALUE 250 CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES. OBSERVED THE COOKED WITH GLOVED HANDS HANDLING READY TO EAT FOOD TOUCHING NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES SUCH AS :PUT ON HAIR RESTRAINT,TICKET FOR FOOD ORDER,GARBAGE CAN, WIPING CUTTING BOARDS ETC, THEN GRABBED DICED HAM AND MADE AN OMELET,HANDLED SLIED TOMATOES,SLICED LETTUCE.,CUT PARSLEY NEVER REMOVED HIS GLOVES TO WASH HANDS.INFORMATION GIVEN ON HAND WASHING TO MANAGER,WHICH HE SOLVED THE PROBLEM. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-010(A)
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE WASTE OIL CONTAINER WITH EXCESS SOLID WASTE OIL ON TOP THE LID,ALSO OIL DRIPPED ON GROUND FORMING PUDDLES BY THE WASTE GREASE BOX.ALSO GARBAGE OVERFLOWING FROM THE FIRST GARBAGE CONTAINER,UNABLE TO CLOSE LID.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WASTE OIL CONTAINER GROUND AND GARBAGE CONTAINER TO MINIMIZE RODENT AND INSECT ACTIVITIES SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT AREA TO BE USED FOR FOOD PREPARATION,INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINK UNDER THE CITY PLUMBING CODE WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER,PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL/HAND DRYING DEVICE BROKEN LID LINER WITH EXPOSED INSULATION INSIDE THE CHEST FREER DOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID LINER,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE,PRESENTLY FOOD PROTECTED/COVERED WITH ORIGINAL PAPER. DIPPER WELL NOT MAINTAINED DISCHARGE HOSE IS WRAPPED WITH DUCT TAPE OR PAPER,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAIR CAUSE.NO TAPE ALLOWED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE THE DEEP FRYER BY THE STOVE ANF REMOVE EXCESS BURNED FOOD FROM INSIDE THE OVEN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESS WATER ON FLOOR UNDER THE UNGROUT FLOOR TILES,IN PREP/ DISH AREAS ,ALSO UNDER THE COOLERS IN THE KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED TO REGROUT FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AND KEEP AREA DRY. WATER IN BASEMENT FLOOR BY AND UNDER ICE MACHINE AND PREP TABLES.MUST KEEP ALL AREA MENTIONED DRY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OPENED CEILING METAL SHEET ABOVE WEST CLEAN POT RACK IN DISH ROOM INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. WALLS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER(MIDDLE) IN THE BASEMENT WITH EXCESS BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WATER SEEPING FROM WEST WALL INSIDE THE DRY FOOD STORAGE,INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN WATER ON FLOOR ON BOTH STORAGE AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA,ALSO LIGHT SHIELD ARE DIRTY WITH EXCESS DUST AND WATER STAINS,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.DISH ROOM SLOWLY DRAINING,REPAIR CAUSE.ADDITIONAL WATER FLOW IS NEEDED AT WASH BOWL IN THE MEN'S WASHROOM
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Jul 27, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS WITH FOOD SPLATTER IN FRONT COUNTER AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Jul 16, 2015
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 4-16-15 REPORT# 1453892 #45 NO ONE ON SITE WITH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. LEFT INSTRUCTION WITH MANAGER HOW TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATES. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS WITH FOOD SPLATTER IN FRONT COUNTER AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Apr 16, 2015
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED. WORN, DISCOLORED, WITH DEEP CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, SODA DISPENSOR, AND ALL RUBBER GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER AND GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHTS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF END CAPS TO SECURE SHIELD. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF SELF CLOSING DEVICE. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: HOOD VENTILATION UNIT ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: GREASE TRAP IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE DRIPPING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: ALL COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO ONE ON SITE WITH FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. LEFT INSTRUCTION WITH MANAGER HOW TO OBTAIN CERTIFICATES.
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Dec 18, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, COOKING EQUIPMENT, FAN GUARDS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA(FOOD DEBRIS). GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Jun 18, 2014
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL PLASTIC UTENSILS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER TO PROTECT FROM DUST, DIRT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SINKS, BEVERAGE MACHINES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN KITCHEN PREP COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE, WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AREAS. ORGANIZE REACH-IN COOLERS AND NOT OVERSTOCK TO ALLOW PROPER AIR CIRCULATION IN PREP AREA.
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Jun 10, 2014
Routine
11 minor violations.
View 11 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, 1" GAP ON BOTTOM CORNERS OF DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
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Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IN USE WIPING CLOTHS STORED IN BUCKET OF WATER WITH NO SANITIZER BEHIND FRONT COUNTER/WAIT STATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION TO PROPERLY SANITIZE ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT AND SURFACES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL PLASTIC UTENSILS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER TO PROTECT FROM DUST, DIRT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SINKS, BEVERAGE MACHINES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS, AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND BASEMENT AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN DISH WASHING AREA AND ABOVE ICE MACHINE AND INSIDE PRODUCE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR SPRAYING FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK IN PREP AREA. PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETER IN KITCHEN PREP COOLER.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE, WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AREAS. ORGANIZE REACH-IN COOLERS AND NOT OVERSTOCK TO ALLOW PROPER AIR CIRCULATION IN PREP AREA. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE BOWL AND PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSIL FOR DISPENSING RICE IN HOT HOLDING UNIT.
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Nov 25, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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 equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Exhaust hood, filters,cooking equipment, and prep counter not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not maintained. Instructed to detail clean and replace damaged floor tile.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Lower wall in basement in front of stairs not maintained. Instructed to replace missing wall tile.
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Mar 8, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers 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: Ice bin in waitress station is not covered. Instructed to provide cover to protect ice inside bin. Exposed handsink in kitchen installed next to dishmachine and three compartment sink. Instructed to install shield on both sides of sink.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris. Floor tile damaged and missing in areas. Instructed to replace floor tile.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometer not provided in several coolers. Instructed to provide thermometers conspicuous inside all coolers.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Unnecessary aricles storage in adjacent basement storage room. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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Jun 8, 2012
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND RUST ON BOTTOM OF WORK TABLE IN BASEMENT USE A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced also sink stoppers are needed for the 3 comp sink provide,maintain at all times.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS BEHIND,BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS IN KITCHEN AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING,MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE KITCHEN AREAS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR IN BASEMENT MUST BE SELF CLOSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND WATER LEAKING AT PIPE BENEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA,MECHANICAL VENTILATION INSIDE THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT NOT WORKING MUST REPAIR ALSO HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS ARE NEEDED INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS PROVIDE,MAINATAINM AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 28, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Label the large containers holding the onions ect.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND HOOD AND FILTERS IN THE PREP AREA HAS GREASE BUILDUP.THE REACHIN CHEST FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE ICE AND CLEAN IT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS GREASE BUILDUP. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT ALONE THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE PREP AREA AND DINING ROOM THEY ARE DUSTY
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Feb 17, 2011
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. MUST PROPERLY STORE SINGLE SERVE ARTICLES FACE DOWN, OR KEEP THEM IN ITS ORIGINAL PLASTIC BAGS
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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 REPAINT CHIPPING WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT AREA
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FIRST FLOOR AREA, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT
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Mar 4, 2010
Consultation
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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.FOUND NO ICE BIN COVER AT SERVICE STATION,WOODEN SHELVING IN BASEMENT STORAGE NEEDS REPAINTING USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS,SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP-TABLES,DRY STORAGE WOODEN SHELVING,MOP SINK AREA.
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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 ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY IN WALK-IN-COOLERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT NOT SELF-CLOSING.
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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.PERSONAL EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS IN FOOD PREP,DRY STORAGE AREAS NOT PROPERLY STORED,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER BENEATH WORK TABLES WERE NOTED.
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Feb 22, 2010
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles.FOUND LARGE AMOUNTS OF SLIME MOLD BUILD-UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING ONTO THE ICE, CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MATEO M.MOLINA WITNESSED SAID VIOLATION.HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON SAID UNIT MUST NOT USE UNTIL THE CDPH IS NOTIFIED VIA E-MAIL DELGADO_ALEJANDRO@CDPH.ORG OR 312-296-1223 FOR TAG REMOVAL ONCE SAID MACHINE IS DETAIL CLEANED,SANITIZED AS REQUIRED.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.OBSERVED EMPLOYEES AT SERVICE COOK-LINE MULTI-TASKING, SERVING FOODS,WIPING SOILED GLOVES ON APRONS,THEN RETURNING TO HANDLE FOODS,AND NOT WASHING HANDS PER CITY CODE.MUST WASH HANDS FREQUENTLY,AFTER EACH SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOUND 3 5# CARTONS OF EGG WHITES EXPIRED DATE:12/30/09,1 QT HALF/HALF EXPIRED DATE:2/12/10 SAID FOOD PRODUCTS DISCARDED/DENATURED TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE$30.00 ALSO FOUND THE FOLLOWING FOODS NOT PROTECTED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN-COOLERS PREPED PAN OF BACON,CONTAINER OF MAYO,BAGS OF FRENCH BREAD-MUST PROTECT/PROPERLY STORE FOOD AT ALL TIMES.
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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.FOUND NO ICE BIN COVER AT SERVICE STATION,WOODEN SHELVING IN BASEMENT STORAGE NEEDS REPAINTING USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING FAN COVERS,SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP-TABLES,DRY STORAGE WOODEN SHELVING,MOP SINK AREA.
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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 ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS ESPECIALLY IN WALK-IN-COOLERS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT NOT SELF-CLOSING.
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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.PERSONAL EMPLOYEE BELONGINGS IN FOOD PREP,DRY STORAGE AREAS NOT PROPERLY STORED,REMOVE ALL CLUTTER BENEATH WORK TABLES WERE NOTED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Hollywood Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Hollywood Grill on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Hollywood Grill?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Hollywood Grill.
Has Hollywood Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hollywood Grill have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Hollywood Grill means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Hollywood Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Hollywood Grill is inspected around two times per year on average.
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