Jerk Man

7723 S State St, Chicago, IL 60619
African
Last inspected: Apr 15, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2022, Jerk Man has 28 inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 15, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Things are looking better lately, with recent visits averaging around seven violations compared to roughly 11 violations earlier on.

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded 34 times.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

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Inspections
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 15, 2026
Recent Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED STANDING WATER IN NORTHWEST CORNER OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO IDENTIFY SOURCE & REPAIR.
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Mar 26, 2026
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12// NOTED CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND SEALING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13//OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13//OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 13, 2026
Complaint
5 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK 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 LOGBOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOORS IN CASHIERS CORNER (UNDER FLOOR SHELF AND BEHING ICE CREAM COOLER), ALONG THE WALLS IN KITCHEN, UNDER KITCHEN PREP TABLE, ALONG WALL IN PREP/DISH STORAGE AREA, BEHIND MOP SINK IN DISH ROOM, IN EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM, KITCHEN OFFICE AND IN FRONT LOBBY. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (CHICKEN, STEAK, SAUSAGE, MAC AND CHEESE AND POTATOES IN WALK-IN COOLER) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE PRODUCT'S NAME AND DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED WITHIN 7 DAYS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE FOR REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS PLACED IN ALL COLD-HOLDING UNITS. PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROX. 150 LBS VALUED AT $1750. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITH NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED AT 1:00 PM. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE OF THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE, AND A CERTIFIED MANAGER SHALL BE ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING, AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR CHLORINE SANITIZER USED AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN MG/L OF SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITH NO VALID PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED BULK DRY INGREDIENTS IN LARGE WHITE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH COMMON NAMES OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: NOTED TO GO FOOD CONTAINERS STORED NEXT TO RICE COOKER WITH FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INSIDE OF UNUSED CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INVERTED AND AWAY FROM COOKING EQUIPMENT
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND SEALING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED WHITE ELECTRIC STOVE IN KITCHEN WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS IN OVEN, COUNTERTOP FRYER AND DEEP FRYER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TRASH, CRATES AND DEBRIS ON THE GROUNDS SURROUNDING OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN KITCHEN OFFICES AND REAR STORAGE. ALSO NOTED LARGE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND SCRAP MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT IN ENCLOSED OUTSIDE AREAS WHERE FOOD TRUCKS ARE STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLE IN FLOOR COVERED BY BROKEN TILES, INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY REPAIR OR USE PROPER COVERING FOR ACCESSIBILITY BUT TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY/ HARBORAGE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED CEILING VENT IN WASHROOM WITH HEAVY DUST BUILD-UP INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED HOOD FILTERS ABOVE LARGE STOVE WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED INOPERABLE WALKIN COOLER USED AS STORAGE WITH INADEQUATE LIGHTING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION ON SITE.
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Jan 9, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR STORAGE AND OFFICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: NOTED BULK DRY INGREDIENTS IN LARGE WHITE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH COMMON NAMES OF ITEMS REMOVED FROM ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND RESTORE TO SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE BY SANDING AND SEALING OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED WHITE ELECTRIC STOVE IN KITCHEN WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS IN OVEN, COUNTERTOP FRYER AND DEEP FRYER IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED TRASH, CRATES AND DEBRIS ON THE GROUNDS SURROUNDING OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN KITCHEN OFFICES AND REAR STORAGE. ALSO NOTED LARGE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLE IN BASE OF WALL IN NORTHEAST OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NOTED HOOD FILTERS ABOVE LARGE STOVE WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION ON SITE.
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Dec 22, 2025
Complaint
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO OPERABLE THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED LID ON BULK CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE LIDS AND MAINTAIN.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINTS. ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR EFFECTIVE HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, BULK CONTAINERS, SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLES AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE RECEPTACLES IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILDUP ON FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTILATION HOOD.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Oct 29, 2025
Complaint
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PACKS OF SALMON IMPROPERLY THAWING ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO THAW UNDER REFRIGERATION, COLD RUNNING WATER OR PART OF COOKING PROCESS
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO OPERABLE THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED LID ON BULK CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE LIDS AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WASTE RECEPTACLES AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE RECEPTACLES IN ALL AREAS WASTE IS COMMONLY DISCARDED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEADS STORED ON FLOOR AND SOILED WATER IN MOP PAIL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAND MOPS TO DRY AND REMOVE SOILED WATER TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Oct 8, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL WITH SEVERE DUST/ CHARCOAL BUILD UP ON THE ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 24, 2025
Complaint
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND LIDS NOT TIGHT-FITTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE EXCESS TRASH AND MAKE SURE LIDS ARE TIGHT-FITTING PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2623038 ON 8-28-25:55-OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.57-OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT AL HAND WASHING SINKS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN WASHROOM AND STORAGE, AREAS, DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: : OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL WITH SEVERE DUST/ CHARCOAL BUILD UP ON THE ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 28, 2025
Complaint
3 critical violations. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 18 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHEESE STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 53.2F ON PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005
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Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOLD ON LEMON CAKE DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN DISPLAY CASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL FOOD DISPLAYED FOR SALE SHALL BE SAFE AND IN GOOD CONDTION. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper hot holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOOD STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE ON PREP TABLE, CHICKEN 83.8F, BEEF 96.3F, EGG ROLLS 101.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 135F OR ABOVE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT COVERED, GREASE AND DEBRIS SPILLS ON GROUD AROUND DUMPTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL DUMPSTERS AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(B) CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD(CHEESE, SOUR CREAM, SALADS, PASTA,ETC) NOT LABELED AND DATE MARKED. READY TO EAT TCS FOOD PREPARED AND HELD IN RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH SELL BY DATE WHICH FOOD SHALL BE CONSUMED, SOLD OR DISCARDED FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE LIVE ROACHES, SEVERAL FLYING INSECTS AND OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT PROPERLY LABELED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SPOON USED AS DISPENSING UTENSIL INSIDE BAG OF ICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PROPER ICE SCOOP FOR DISPENSING ICE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE AND INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORN CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES IN USE IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS, LEDGES, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN WASHROOM AND STORAGE, AREAS, DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS. OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN PREP AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY DUST, DIRT, DEBRIS AND BUILDUP ON WALLS AND FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. OBSERVED DIRT AND STAINS ON WALLS AND DOORS IN PREP, WASHROOM, AND OFFICE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL WITH SEVERE DUST/ CHARCOAL BUILD UP ON THE ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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Aug 13, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOLD ON SEVERAL PACKAGED CARAMEL AND LEMON CAKES DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN DISPLAY CASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD ALL MOLDED CAKES. ALL FOOD DISPLAYED FOR SALE SHALL BE SAFE AND IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITAITON 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. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD(CHEESE, SOUR CREAM, SALADS, ETC) NOT LABELED AND DATE MARKED. READY TO EAT TCS FOOD PREPARED AND HELD IN RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED WITH SELL BY DATE WHICH FOOD SHALL BE CONSUMED, SOLD OR DISCARDED FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF SMALL ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INOPERABLE THERMOMETER ON HOT HOLDING UNIT AND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS NOT COVERED IN COOLER AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
39
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE AND INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORN CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES IN USE IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS, LEDGES, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST, DIRT, DEBRIS AND CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jul 21, 2025
Reinspection
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF SMALL ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INOPERABLE THERMOMETER ON HOT HOLDING UNIT AND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS NOT COVERED IN COOLER AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
39
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE AND INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORN CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES IN USE IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS, LEDGES, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR AT HAND WASHING SINK NEAR OFFICE. OBSERVED LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES AND FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED BASEBORDS, FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP, WASHROOM, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST, DIRT, DEBRIS AND CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jul 14, 2025
Complaint
1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NUMEROUS FLYING INSECTS LANDING ON CUTTING BOARDS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS, SHELVING UNITS, AND SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANTIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
38
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF SMALL ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INOPERABLE THERMOMETER ON HOT HOLDING UNIT AND NO THERMOMETER INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS NOT COVERED IN COOLER AND PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL FOOD ITEMS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
39
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE AND INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORN CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES IN USE IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS, LEDGES, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR AT HAND WASHING SINK NEAR OFFICE. OBSERVED LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES AND FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED BASEBORDS, FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP, WASHROOM, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST, DIRT, DEBRIS AND CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: BSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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May 29, 2025
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 20 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD TCS FOOD STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE SOUR CREAM 63.2F, CHEESE 63.5F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
22
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD HOLDING UNIT NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 60.8F INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COLD HOLD UNIT AT 41F OR BELOW. COLD HOLD UNIT IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005
33
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
48
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
1
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (CHICKEN 181.2F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
2
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN WASHROOM AND PREP AREA. HAND WASHING SIGNS MUST BE PROVIDED AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR SURFACES OF SMALL ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR AND NOT INVERTED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE AND INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WORN CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES IN USE IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, COOLERS, FREEZERS, BULK CONTAINERS, SHELVING UNITS, LEDGES, PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR AT HAND WASHING SINK NEAR OFFICE. OBSERVED LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES AND FLOOR DRAIN COVERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DAMAGED BASEBORDS, FLOOR TILES AND MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP, WASHROOM, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST, DIRT, DEBRIS AND CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN,
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OUTSIDE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AVAILABLE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGERS. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Jan 24, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 23, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: PREMISES OPEN AND OPERATING WITHOUT ANY HOT WATER AT THE HAND SINKS, MOP SINK AND 3 COMP SINK AS REQUIRED FOR PROPER HAND WASHING AND CLEANING. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-38-030(C).
50
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS WITH DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, IF THAT DOESN'T WORK, REPLACE CONTAINERS. MAINTAIN A CLEAN SURFACE.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA HAS A THICK BUILD UP OF DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP SINKS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.
16
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINER WITH PRODUCT NAME.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WASHROOM FIXTURES, FLOORS AND WALLS.
53
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GARBAGE AND TRASH ON THE GROUND AROUND THE OUTSIDE ENCLOSED AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN, POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR PEST.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED HOLES AND OPENING IN THE WALLS AND CEILING THROUGH OUT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
56
52
Nov 18, 2024
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: CONTAMINATION DURING FOOD PREPARATION. ROOF LEAKS AND THE RAIN IS COMING DOWN ON THE GRILL IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WHERE CHICKEN WAS BEING COOKED. INSTRUCTED TO FIX ALL LEAKS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
39
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA HAS A THICK BUILD UP OF DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS WITH DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, IF THAT DOESN'T WORK, REPLACE CONTAINERS. MAINTAIN A CLEAN SURFACE.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: THE HAND WASHING SINK BY THE OFFICE LEAKS AT THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE LEAK AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
51
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Nov 5, 2024
Complaint
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: FOUND THE WALK IN FREEZER NOT MAINTAINING THE REQUIRED TEMPERATURE. TEMPERATURE OBSERVED AT 46.4F. TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE THE UNIT RANGED FROM 28.6F-33.3F AND WERE TRANSFERRED TO THE WALK IN COOLER. MUST USE WITHIN 7 DAYS, ITEMS CAN NOT BE REFROZEN. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP TCS FOODS STORED IN THE FREEZER FROZEN, SOLID TO TOUCH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
33
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND 100 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON THE CEILING, WALLS, STORAGE RACKS AND CONDUITS. FOUND 30 LARGE FLIES ON THE WALLS, CEILING, PIPES AND EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL LIVE FLIES, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED
38
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2593766, DATED MAY 1, 2024 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: #43-OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH AND SANITIZE SCOOP AND PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN BIN OR IN THE ICE WITH THE HANDLE UP. MAINTAIN SAME. #47-OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. #47-OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE WHITE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE ICE MACHINE. #49-OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER, OVEN AND PITS WITH THICK ENCRUSTED FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT. #49-OBSERVED THE BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, PREP TABLEA, STORAGE RACKS IN THE COOLERS AND PREP AREA WITH FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. #53-OBSERVED THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM WITH NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A COVER AND MAINTAIN. #55-OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER, UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING, ICE EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND STORAGE RACKS WITH THICK BUILD UP OF FOOD, DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. -WALLS, CEILING TILES AND VENTS WITH DIRT, DUST AND FOOD SPILLS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. #56-OBSERVED THE VENTILATION FILTERS AND COVERS IN THE KITCHEN AND TOILET ROOMS WITH THICK DIRT, DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #56-OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER AND FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH INADEQUATE LIGHTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING TO THE MENTIONED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. #58-OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
60
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT ALL DESIGNATED HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PAPER TOWELS AT ANY OF THE HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HAND WASHING SIGNS MISSING FROM TOILET ROOM AND HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGNAGE TO ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA HAS A THICK BUILD UP OF DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS WITH DIRT AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, IF THAT DOESN'T WORK, REPLACE CONTAINERS. MAINTAIN A CLEAN SURFACE.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: THE HAND WASHING SINK BY THE OFFICE LEAKS AT THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX THE LEAK AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
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May 1, 2024
Routine
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES HANDLING FOOD AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA TO WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT. MAINTAIN SAME.
40
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO WASH AND SANITIZE SCOOP AND PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN BIN OR IN THE ICE WITH THE HANDLE UP. MAINTAIN SAME.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS TO MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CAN OPENER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE WHITE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE ICE MACHINE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER, OVEN AND PITS WITH THICK ENCRUSTED FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS, PREP TABLEA, STORAGE RACKS IN THE COOLERS AND PREP AREA WITH FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM WITH NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A COVER AND MAINTAIN.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER, UNDER/AROUND THE COOKING/COOLING, ICE EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND STORAGE RACKS WITH THICK BUILD UP OF FOOD, DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. -WALLS, CEILING TILES AND VENTS WITH DIRT, DUST AND FOOD SPILLS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION FILTERS AND COVERS IN THE KITCHEN AND TOILET ROOMS WITH THICK DIRT, DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALK IN COOLER/FREEZER AND FRONT FOOD PREP AREA WITH INADEQUATE LIGHTING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING TO THE MENTIONED AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS ON THE PREMISES WITH NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES/PROOF THEY TOOK THE COURSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE EMPLOYEES OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A CURRENT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN A CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Aug 29, 2023
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jul 11, 2023
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 3, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Removal of suspension sign
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE LICENSE SUSPENSION SIGN COVERED BY WHITE VAN PARKED RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE DOOR WHERE SIGN IS POSTED. OBSERVED THE SIGN BEING COVERED PRIOR TO BEING REINSPECTED (06/13/2023 AT 4:24PM) AND THE DAY OF BEING REINSPECTED. PICTURE PROVIDED FROM 06/13/2023 AT 4:24PM. INSTRUCTED NOT TO COVER, DEFACE OR REMOVE SIGNAGE UNDER PENALTY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-050, CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO LIVE RODENT ACTIVITY NOTED ON SITE AT THIS TIME. HOWEVER, APPROXIMATELY 60-70 MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE FLOORS IN THE MANAGER'S OFFICE, NEAR AND SURROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE AREA, ON THE LEDGE OF THE EQUIPMENT NEXT TO THE ICE MACHINE, IN THE WALL TO THE LEFT AND EQUIPMENT STORED IN THE STORAGE AREA NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR, ON CLEAN DISHWARE ON THE STORAGE RACK NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES FOOD PREP AREA, METAL POST NEAR THE FUNNEL CAKE/SMOOTHIE PREP AREA, ON THE METAL SURFACE OF THE STOVE TOP IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, THE BULK OF THE DROPPINGS WERE INSIDE OF THE COMPRESSOR UNIT ON THE COLD HOLING UNIT, AND UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR IN THE FUNNEL CAKE/ SMOOTHIE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. FACILITY MUST BE FREE FROM PEST ACTIVITY (NO MICE DROPPINGS) AND MAINTAINED PRIOR TO REQUEST REINSPECTION.
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Jun 7, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LIVE MOUSE IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA AND APPROXIMATELY 250-300 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE FLOORS IN THE MANAGER'S OFFICE, EMPLOYEE BREAK AREA, NEAR AND SURROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE AREA, IN THE STORAGE AREA NEAR THE REAR EXIT DOOR, IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA, ON CLEAN DISHWARE AND ON THE FLOOR IN THE DISHWARE STORAGE AREA, ON THE STAND-UP DEEP FRYING BASKET UNIT, ON TOP OF FOOD PREP TABLES ACROSS FROM THE HOT HOLDING UNITS AT THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES NEAR THE GRILLING/ FOOD PREP AREA, ON THE FLOORS NEAR THE GRILLING AREA, ON THE FLOORS NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE AREA, ON THE WOODEN POST AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA, IN THE REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM, ON THE CHAIR, SIDES OF EQUIPMENT, AND METAL POST IN THE FUNNEL CAKE/ SMOOTHIE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE THE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN) HAS BEEN PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT BOTH HANDWAHSING SINKS NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA AND GRILLING AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CONSOLIDATED WITH CITATION ABOVE.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT BOTH HANDWASHING SINKS NEAR THE DISHWASHING AND GRILLING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN ELECTRICAL INSECT DEVICE STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE SAID DEVICE OUT OF THE FOOD PREP AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAN KITCHENWARE STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE DISHWARE STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE KITCHENWARE AND TABLEWARE ON SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES THAT ARE ATLEAST SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A MISSING KNOB ON THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE COLD HOLDING UNIT ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD WITH FOOD AND FOOD SPILLS INSIDE OF THE UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTERS ON THE VENTILATION SYSTEM IN THE GRILLING AREA WITH BURNT RESIDUE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID FILTERS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL HOLES AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. . INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEE MUST COMPLY WITH FOOD HANDLER'S TRAINING BY THE FOOD HANDLING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT ACT.
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Feb 21, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT# 2571347 DATED ON 02/16/2023 AS FOLLOWS: #38 STILL OBSERVED 20-45 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE SHELVING UNITS UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES AND ON THE METAL POSTS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. ALSO, OBSERVED THREE LIVE ROACHES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO CONSULT WITH PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND HAVE PREMISES TREATED. SEE COMMENTS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED THE FACILITY IS MISSING THE REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT MULTIPLE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FACILITY. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 OBSERVED MULITPLE DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED PROPERLY IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL SAID FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED THE MICROWAVE STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEAR THE FRONT SERVING LINE WITH FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID MICROWAVE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE WATER VALVE UNDER THE WASHING COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO OBSERVED STANDING WATER BEHIND THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID LEAK AND REMOVE AND MAINTAIN STANDING WATER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL WITH SEVERE DUST/ CHARCOAL BUILD UP ON THE ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 16, 2023
Reinspection
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH AN UP-TO-DATE RECORD OF VISITS, COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020 (C) CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 135-140 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM, IN THE ELECTRICAL ROOM, IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE WALLS ON THE SIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE, BEHIND ALL THE EQUIPMENT UNDER THE BOTH VENTILATION HOODS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS, ON THE METAL POST BEHIND BOTH THE VENTILATION HOODS, ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE TILT SKILLET, ON THE FOOD PREP TABLES AND THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE LINE, ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE WHERE THE RICE HOT HOLDING UNIT IS STORED, UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS OF THE FOOD PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, ON THE EQUIPMENT NEAR THE STOVE NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE LINE, THE FLOORS SURROUNDING AN UNUSED FREEZER NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE AREAR, IN THE INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF THE COLD HOLDING UNIT THAT HAS DESSERTS STORED INSIDE, AND IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM CLOSEST TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE EVIDENCE OF PEST ON SITE PRIOR TO BEING RE-INSPECTED. SUGGESTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 09/29/2022, REPORT #2564566 # #55 6-501.114-OBSERVED SEVERAL UNUSED ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS FROM PREMISES. # 2-102.13- OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MEET REQUIREMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED THE FACILITY IS MISSING THE REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT MULTIPLE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FACILITY. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 OBSERVED MULITPLE DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED PROPERLY IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL SAID FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED THE MICROWAVE STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEAR THE FRONT SERVING LINE WITH FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID MICROWAVE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE WATER VALVE UNDER THE WASHING COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO OBSERVED STANDING WATER BEHIND THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID LEAK AND REMOVE AND MAINTAIN STANDING WATER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL WITH SEVERE DUST/ CHARCOAL BUILD UP ON THE ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 10, 2023
Complaint
3 critical violations. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS JERK CHICKEN EGG ROLLS (45.6F), SHRIMP (44.7-45.1F), BRISKET (49.4 F).MANAGER DISCARDED PRODUCT. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.50 LBS.$155. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNAUTHRIZED PERSONNEL SLEEPING UPSTAIRS OF THE FACILITY. OBSERVED A PILLOW AND COVERS IN THE SAME SAID AREA. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A ROOM USED AS A LIVING OR SLEEPING QUARTER MAY NOT BE USED FOR RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF A REFRIGERATOR AT 51.8 F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE HUMAN CONSUMPTION. THE REFRIGERATION UNIT WAS STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD. THE COLD HOLDING UNIT SEEMED TO BE TAGGED PREVIOUSLY. ANOTHER HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE UNIT. ONCE REPAIRED OR REPLACED, EMAIL TO CDPH TO HAVE THE UNIT RE-INSPECT BY CDPH.INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNITS AT 41.0F OR BELOW AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKED, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHICKEN, CANDY YAMS, TURKEY MEAT) NOT PROPERLY DATED, STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR ALL READY TO EAT FOODS AND COOKED FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24 HOURS IN ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS. THE MANAGER DISCARDED ALL FOOD ITEMS. APPROX 18LBS AT $100 WAS DISCARDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK WITH AN UP-TO-DATE RECORD OF VISITS, COPY OF SERVICE TICKET THAT SETS FORTH PEST CONTROL IDPH LICENSE NUMBER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020 (C) CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 135-140 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE EMPLOYEE BREAK ROOM, IN THE ELECTRICAL ROOM, IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE WALLS ON THE SIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE, BEHIND ALL THE EQUIPMENT UNDER THE BOTH VENTILATION HOODS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS, ON THE METAL POST BEHIND BOTH THE VENTILATION HOODS, ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE TILT SKILLET, ON THE FOOD PREP TABLES AND THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE LINE, ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLE WHERE THE RICE HOT HOLDING UNIT IS STORED, UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS OF THE FOOD PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, ON THE EQUIPMENT NEAR THE STOVE NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE LINE, THE FLOORS SURROUNDING AN UNUSED FREEZER NEAR THE FRONT SERVICE AREAR, IN THE INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF THE COLD HOLDING UNIT THAT HAS DESSERTS STORED INSIDE, AND IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM CLOSEST TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE EVIDENCE OF PEST ON SITE PRIOR TO BEING RE-INSPECTED. SUGGESTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 09/29/2022, REPORT #2564566 # #55 6-501.114-OBSERVED SEVERAL UNUSED ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS FROM PREMISES. # 2-102.13- OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MEET REQUIREMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FACILITY IS MISSING THE REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT MULTIPLE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE FACILITY. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN SIGNAGE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULITPLE DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED PROPERLY IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL SAID FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE MICROWAVE STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NEAR THE FRONT SERVING LINE WITH FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID MICROWAVE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE WATER VALVE UNDER THE WASHING COMPARTMENT OF THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO OBSERVED STANDING WATER BEHIND THE HOT WATER TANK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID LEAK AND REMOVE AND MAINTAIN STANDING WATER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL WITH SEVERE DUST/ CHARCOAL BUILD UP ON THE ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 29, 2022
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED SEVERAL UNUSED ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS FROM PREMISES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Sep 15, 2022
Complaint
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food separated and protected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4 RODENT DROPPINGS DIRECTLY ON TURKEY TIPS IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE THAT ALL FOOD IS PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION FROM PESTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 50-55 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOOD IS HELD AT 31 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED: 10 POUNDS OF YAMS, 10 POUNDS MAC AND CHEESE, 5 POUNDS BRISKET, AND 7 POUNDS OF WINGS ($100). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 DOOR COOLER WITH INTERNAL AIR TEMPERATURE OF 54 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COOLERS REACH A TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLER TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SOAP IN FACILITY UPON ARRIVAL TO INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS ARE STOCKED WITH HAND WASHING SOAP. MANAGER INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO BUY SOAP FROM LOCAL STORE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING IN WALK IN COOLER, FRONT SERVICE AREA, DRY STORAGE AREA, AND EQUIPMENT STORAGE AREA; OBSERVED 4 LIVE MAGGOTS IN FACILITY; OBSERVED LARGE 20 FLIES THROUGHOUGHT FACILITY; OBSERVED 10 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND TO SANITIZE AREAS, ALSO INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4 MAGGOT CARCASSES IN FOOD PREP SINK; OBSERVED INSECT CARCASSES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL INSECT CARCASSES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 OBSERVED LARGE WHITE CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL UNUSED ITEMS AND EQUIPMENT ON PREMISES BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT AND ITEMS FROM PREMISES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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May 20, 2022
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTED STORAGE GAGE IN WALK-IN COOLER . INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE WHITE CUTTING BOARD IN FRONT NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ENTIRE VENTILATION HOOD IN NEED OF CLEANING. FILTERS AND LIGHTS HAVE ACCUMULATED GREASE BUILD UP AND MUST BE CLEANED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN MORE FREQUENTLY AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Jerk Man last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Jerk Man on file is from Apr 15, 2026. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Jerk Man?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 34 times, more than any other issue at Jerk Man.

Has Jerk Man's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Jerk Man have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Jerk Man means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Jerk Man inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Jerk Man is inspected around seven times per year on average.