I - 94 Ribs & Grill
Last inspected: Sep 8, 2025
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Score
Across the available record, I - 94 Ribs & Grill has 20 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. I - 94 Ribs & Grill was last inspected on Sep 8, 2025. Medium risk typically reflects a handful of issues that inspectors wrote up but didn't deem critical.
Things have been moving in the right direction, with the rolling count dropping from around 11 violations to closer to nine violations per visit.
Looking across the full record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the recurring theme, flagged 16 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Sep 8, 2025
Reinspection
12 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.11 OBSERVED SEAONED CHICKEN STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAG STORED INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE ONLY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AS REQUIRED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR ATTACHED TO STORAGE SPACE NOT RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED APPROXIMATLEY 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN DOOR AND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ENCLOSE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-601.11 OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS CONTAINING WORKING INGREDIENTS (FLOUR) STORE ON PREP TABLE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THEROMETERS FOR INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED LARGE HOLES IN WALLS THROUGHOUT FRONT PREP AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 NOTED FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, AND POOLING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11 OBSERVED BURNED OUT BULBS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN FRONT PREP/DINING AREA CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS INCREASE LIGHTING THROUGHOUT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ITEMS STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEXT TO UPRIGHT FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS (BARBER CHAIRS, CLOTHING ARTICLES, BIKES, ETC, CLEAN AND ELEVATE ALL ITMES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.MUST MIANTAIN PREMISE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 6-501.18 OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES LOCATED IN TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED BLACK MOLD LIKE SPORES AS WELL AS RUST THROUGHOUT INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 DOOR UNIT AS WELL AS SHELVING RACKS INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF BUILDUP.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 28, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 70 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS ON PREMISE... BEHIND REFRIGERATION/FREEZER UNITS, IN REAR STORAGE AREA ALONGSIDE FREEZING UNITS, ON FLOORS UNDER PREP TABLES, UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, ALONGSIDE GRILL NEAR BACKDOOR, UNDER COUNTERTOP WHERE REGISTER IS PLACED. BLACK LIVE FLIES FLRYING THROUGHOUT PREPN AREA. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 30 SMALL, MEDIUM AND LARGE RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE, REMOVE ALL SAID DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDED FOR CONTROLLING PEST IN THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT ON PREMISE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38.020 (C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD PREPARATION AREA NOT SECURED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED MULTIPLE PEOPLE ENTERING FOOD PREP AREA FROM OUTSIDE THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT (STREET ACCESS). INSTRUCTED TO NOT ALLOW PEOPLE TO ENTER FOOD PREP SPACE IN ORDER TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THEROMETERS FOR INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS CONTAINING WORKING INGREDIENTS (FLOUR) STORE ON PREP TABLE SHELVING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR ATTACHED TO STORAGE SPACE NOT RODENT PROOF. OBSERVED APPROXIMATLEY 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN DOOR AND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ENCLOSE TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEAONED CHICKEN STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAG STORED INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE ONLY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AS REQUIRED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK MOLD LIKE SPORES AS WELL AS RUST THROUGHOUT INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2 DOOR UNIT AS WELL AS SHELVING RACKS INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF BUILDUP.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLUMBING FIXTURES LOCATED IN TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ITEMS STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEXT TO UPRIGHT FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS (BARBER CHAIRS, CLOTHING ARTICLES, BIKES, ETC, CLEAN AND ELEVATE ALL ITMES AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.MUST MIANTAIN PREMISE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSEVRED LARGE HOLES IN WALLS THROUGHOUT FRONT PREP AND REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE WALLS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, AND POOLING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNED OUT BULBS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN FRONT PREP/DINING AREA CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS INCREASE LIGHTING THROUGHOUT.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AS REQUIRED FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Aug 15, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jul 29, 2024
Routine
4 critical violations. 5 major violations. 16 minor violations.
View 25 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASHING SINK BY 3C SINK. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD RUNNING AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY LEAK OUT OF PIPES UNDER 3-COMP SINK WHEN WATER IS RELEASED. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND REMOVE WATER FROM FLOOR AND KEEP DRY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOOD NOT MEETING THE REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF 135 F DEGREES OR ABOVE: SAUSAGES INTERNAL TEMPERATURE AT 81.1 F, STORED IN AN OPEN CONTAINER AND PLACED AT THE RACK WITH DISPOSABLE FOOD BOXES. THE MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 2 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $5.00 THROUGH THE DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN OPEN CONTAINER OF SAUSAGES STORED BELOW AN OPEN CONTAINER FILLED WITH WATER CATCHING DRIPPING WATER FROM REFRIGERATOR PIPES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THAT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK IS MISSING REQUIRED INFORMATION. MISSING RECORD OF VISITS, MISSING COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. MUST PROVIDES AND MAINTAINS ALL REQUIRED PEST CONTROL RECORDS AND DOCUMENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38.020 (C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: MANAGER PROVIDED NO PROOF OF EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7.38.010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD PACKAGES IN REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER ADULTERATED AND NOT IN GOOD CONDITION THAT PROTECTS THE INTEGRITY OF THE CONTENTS, PREVENTS EXPOSURE OR IS FREE OF POTENTIAL CONTAMINANTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BLACK AND SLIMY SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON INSIDE INTERIOR PANEL OF TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND DRIPPING OF THE WATER ONTO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION.MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED OVER 200 MICE DROPPING ON SHELVES IN THE KITCHEN, IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE COUNTER AT THE SERVING AREA, AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. ALSO, OVER 5 FLYING INSECTS ARE IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND AROUND THE SERVING COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY. MUST ALSO ELIMINATE THE FLYING INSECT PROBLEM AND PEST CONTROL UPON BEING RE-INSPECTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD 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: NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS STORED IN GROCERY BAGS. MUST STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD-GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FREEZER AND TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: GARBAGE CAN IN THE PREP AREAS ARE FULL AND UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED CLUTTER OF EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNUSED ITEMS ON FLOORS IN STORAGE ROOMS. ALL ITEMS MUST BE ELEVATED TO ALLOW CLEANING AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISE, ESPECIALLY ALONG WITH THE WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT, WITH DIRT, GREASE, AND FOOD DEBRIS, INCLUDING MOUSE DROPPINGS AND DEAD INSECTS. WALLS WITH FOOD DIRT AND FOOD SPILLS. CRACKS ON THE WALLS AND FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE, ESPECIALLY AREAS WITH PEST ACTIVITY, AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS WITH CRACKS AND SPILLS. MUST UPGRADE HOUSEKEEPING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED CEILING ABOVE THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED FOOD MANAGER TO COVER THE CEILING SO THAT IT IS SEALED, SMOOTH, AND EASILY CLEANABLE IN ALL PREP AREAS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY AND THE DOOR BETWEEN THE KITCHEN PREP AND STORAGE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, RACKS, AND SHELVING WITH FLOUR, DUST, GREASE, DEAD INSECTS, AND DIRT BUILD-UP THROUGHOUT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MISSING LIGHT BULB AND SHIELD ON THE CEILING IN THE SERVING AREA AND NO SHIELD ABOVE THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING CERTIFICATION FROM EMPLOYEE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING BY THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NOTED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS ON DUTY WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Compliance with clean indoor air ordinance
Inspector notes: OBSERVE EMPLOYEE SMOKING IN THE KITCHEN AND ASHTRAY WITH EVIDENCE OF CIGARETTE AND CIGARETTE ASHES ON THE TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO STOP SMOKING AND REMOVE THE ASHTRAY. CITATION ISSUED.7-32-010.
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Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER SMOKING AFTER ENTERING FACILITY. ASHTRAY WITH CIGARETTS' BUTS ON THE TABLE IN KITCHEN AREA.
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Jun 12, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 2, 2023
Routine
6 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 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 (CHICKEN, RIBS, FRENCH FRIES, ETC) MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOG BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2555409 ON 5/6/2022 WERE NOT CORRECTED: #53-NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOUND ON WASHROOM DOOR AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE. #54-SERVED SEVERAL LARGE ITEMS AND OTHER CLUTTER IN REAR YARD AREA; MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS TO AVOID PEST HARBORAGE. ITEMS INCLUDE A REFRIGERATION UNIT, TOILET, BOXES, CRATES AND OTHER THINGS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA. #57-INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. #58-INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. - PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO ADD HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT FRONT AND REAR HANDWASHING SINKS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, AND STORAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.
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May 6, 2022
Reinspection
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOUND ON WASHROOM DOOR AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: SERVED SEVERAL LARGE ITEMS AND OTHER CLUTTER IN REAR YARD AREA; MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS TO AVOID PEST HARBORAGE. ITEMS INCLUDE A REFRIGERATION UNIT, TOILET, BOXES, CRATES AND OTHER THINGS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SHIELD ON LIGHTS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA NOR IN FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO COVER ALL LIGHTS IN PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Apr 28, 2022
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREP COOLER NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE AT 50.8F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLER AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON-SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (RIBS, HOT LINKS)ARE BEING HANDLED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RODENT DROPPING IN SHELVING UNIT IN FRONT DINING AREA OF FACILITY. MUST REMOVE AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE TWO DOOR COOLER (SHELVES) AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOUND ON WASHROOM DOOR AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: SERVED SEVERAL LARGE ITEMS AND OTHER CLUTTER IN REAR YARD AREA; MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS TO AVOID PEST HARBORAGE. ITEMS INCLUDE A REFRIGERATION UNIT, TOILET, BOXES, CRATES AND OTHER THINGS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SHIELD ON LIGHTS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA NOR IN FRONT COUNTER AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO COVER ALL LIGHTS IN PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Apr 22, 2022
License
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND NO COLD RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HANDSINK BY THREE COMP SINK; MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO PIPE CONNECTED TO THE EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THE THREE COMP SINK; MUST INSTALL A PIPE TO SINK AS REQUIRED. (WATER RUNS ON FLOOR WHEN TURNED ON). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT OR DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RODENT DROPPINGS ON PREMISES; MUST REMOVE AND CLEAN AREAS WHERE FOUND. DROPPINGS OBSERVED INSIDE THE BOTTOM OF BOTH FRYERS, ON TOP OF FRYER, INSIDE OF THE BATHROOM SINK CABINET AND ON THE FLOOR IN THE FURNACE ROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS TO TEST THE STRENGTH OF THE SANITIZER WHEN WASH RINSE AND SANITIZING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NO OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE FOR GARBAGE ON SITE; MUST HAVE A DUMPSTER OR A PRINTED CONTRACT ON PREMISES VERIFYING SERVICE WITH A LICENSED COMPANY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B).
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE TWO DOOR COOLER (SHELVES) AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOUND ON WASHROOM DOOR AS REQUIRED; MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE ITEMS AND OTHER CLUTTER IN REAR YARD AREA; MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS TO AVOID PEST HARBORAGE. ITEMS INCLUDE A REFRIGERATION UNIT, TOILET, BOXES, CRATES AND OTHER THINGS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GAP BETWEEN THE WALL AND FLOOR IN THE FURNACE ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL COVING AROUND WALL BASE TO SEAL GAP.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ITEMS OUTSIDE OF FURNACE ROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Nov 5, 2019
Routine
3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE/POSTED. NO PROOF OF CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOOD FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVRED SUCH AS RIB AND HOT LINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: **PERMISES HAS NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN THE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AS REQUIRE BY THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: ** PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKETS AROUND THE COOLER DOORS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR OF THE 2-DOOR COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLE, COUNTER TOPS AND DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NOTED THE WASH ROOM FIXTURE, SINK AND TOILET DIRTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE EVERYTHING IN THE WASH ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE GREASE, SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO THE WASH ROOM. MUST REMOVE TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FILTERS AND HOOD DIRTY ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT VERY DIRTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE HAS NO ALLERGEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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52
Mar 14, 2018
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease build up on lower interior of fryers and on top of stove top. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease build up on floors under cooking equipment. Observed excessive dirt build up along walls in kitchen and along front wall near counter. Observed excessive dirt and debris build up on floors in rear hallway, restroom and furnace room. Must detail clean and sanitize all floors. Must maintain same.
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Feb 7, 2018
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. OWNER HAS NO CERTIFICATE POSTED OR PROOF OF PAYMENT FOR A DUPLICATE COPY OF HIS CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. AT THIS TIME I OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (RIBS AND RIB TIPS) ON THE GRILL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease build up on lower interior of fryers and on top of stove top. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease build up on floors under cooking equipment. Observed excessive dirt build up along walls in kitchen and along front wall near counter. Observed excessive dirt and debris build up on floors in rear hallway, restroom and furnace room. Must detail clean and sanitize all floors. Must maintain same.
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Jan 30, 2018
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease build up on lower interior of fryers and on top of stove top. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: Observed food not protected. Observed live roaches crawling on food (ribs) in bus pan. Instructed must protect food at all time by storing in proper multi use containers with lids when unattended. Operator discarded denatured foods during inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Observed approximately 15 mouse droppings in bathroom on floor under utility sink; 5 on floor under fryer; 10 in rear hallway from kitchen to restroom; 10 along walls next to 2 door cooler. Observed approximately 5 live roaches in a bus pan, and under oven in kitchen. Must detail clean and sanitize all areas. Must eliminate pest issue. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: Observed no city of Chicago food sanitation manager certification posted in facility. Observed no city of Chicago certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (burgers, ribs, etc.) are being cooked. Serious violation 7-38-012.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Observed heavy grease build up on floors under cooking equipment. Observed excessive dirt build up along walls in kitchen and along front wall near counter. Observed excessive dirt and debris build up on floors in rear hallway, restroom and furnace room. Must detail clean and sanitize all floors. Must maintain same.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Observed excessive grease build up inside ventilation hood over cooking line (on right side). Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Observed wall damaged near front of kitchen. Pipes and insulation exposed where walls were removed due to water damage. Must repair/replace. Must maintain same.
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74
Nov 30, 2016
License
6 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CRACKED FLOOR TILES AT COUNTER AREA AND AT 3-COMP SINK NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.FLOORS UNDER POTS AND PANS DRYING RACK NEEDS CLEANING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED SPLASHED WALL AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND AT POT RACK AREA NEEDS CLEANING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT AND SHIELD AT FOOD PREP MISSING AND NEEDS AREA NEEDS TO BE REPLACED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: KITCHEN HOOD VENTILATION NEEDS TO ADJUSTED FOR BETTER VENTILATION.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER AT REAR STORAGE AREA NEEDS TO BE REMOVED AND REORGANIZED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS NEED CLEANING.
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74
Nov 1, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Oct 25, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
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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. EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL,MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN SEVERAL AREAS OF PREMISE. 3-DROPPINGS AT GREASE TRAP,8-DROPPINGS BEHIND POP MACHINE,3-DROPPING BY COOLER AND IN REAR UNDER STORAGE UNIT,FURNACE. ALSO REAR DOOR SWEEP BROKE OF REAR DOOR, NOT RODENT PROOF AT BOTTOM. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.ALSO MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PEST CONTROL NOT AVAILABLE,MUST PROVIDE AT NEXT INSPECTION. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OBSERVED OUTSIDE REAR/GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED-HARBORAGE OF EQUIPMENT BY REAR DOOR,ARTICLES IN REAR,AND GREASE CONTAINER,HIGH WEEDS AT DUMPSTER,DOOR,YARD. MUST CLEAN REMOVE,CLEAN MAINTAIN. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
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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 NOT CLEAN,DEBRIS ALONG FLOORS, HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGH OUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.NO METAL STEM THEROMETER FOR PREP COOLER. MUST INSTALL.
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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. STORAGE ON FLOORS AND STORED AT DOORWAYS. MUST ORGANIZE.
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78
Jun 15, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Jun 8, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OUTSIDE AREA STILL NOT MAINTAINED IE TRASH HARBORAGE STILL IN YARD,HIGH WEEDS ALONG FENCE. MUST REMOVE .
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95
Apr 27, 2011
License
10 minor violations.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.MUST INSTALL SOAP/TOWEL DEVICE AT PREP SINK.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OBSERVED REAR AND GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED,TRASH HARBORAGE IN YARD,ALONG FENCE,AT GARBAGE AREA. MUST CLEAN.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.NO HOT WATER AT HAND SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM,MUST PROVIDE.
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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 DEFROST FREEZER. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE STORAGE (SHELVING FOR SUPPLIES,FOOD PANS,EQUIPMENT,DRY STORAGE,PAPER GOODS ETC.)
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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. STORAGE RACKS IN COOLES NOT CLEAN,MUST CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL SINKS,FOOD EQUIPMENT.
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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 REPAIR FLOOR AREAS IN POOR REPAIR ON PREMISES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Use dustless cleaning methods. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST INSTALL MISSING BASBOARDS TO PREVENT GAPS ALONG FLOORS,THRU-OUT.ALSO SEAL ALL OPENINGS-CEILING/WALLS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. NO HOT WATER AT MOP SINK,MUST PROVIDE. ALSO VENTILATION NOT WORKING IN WASHROOM,MUST REPAIR.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST INSTALL REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS,FREEZER.
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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 UNNCESSARY ARTICLES IN REAR ROOM.
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61
Sep 14, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was I - 94 Ribs & Grill last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at I - 94 Ribs & Grill on file is from Sep 8, 2025. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at I - 94 Ribs & Grill?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 16 times, more than any other issue at I - 94 Ribs & Grill.
Has I - 94 Ribs & Grill's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at I - 94 Ribs & Grill have averaged around nine violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at I - 94 Ribs & 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 I - 94 Ribs & Grill inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, I - 94 Ribs & Grill is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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