Josephine's Cookin'
Last inspected: Jul 23, 2025
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Score
Inspectors have visited Josephine's Cookin' 39 times, with records going back to 2010. The most recent report on file is from Jul 23, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near six violations each time.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 21 times.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Josephine's Cookin' on the weaker side. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspection History
Jul 23, 2025
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN WEST DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON REACH-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACED AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYER CABINETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND OPENINGS ALONG WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES NEAR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jul 16, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE CABINETS AND ON SHELVES IN FRONT WAIT STATION, ON ELECTICAL OUTLETS, SHELVES AND ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS IN FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA, ON FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR LARGE PLANT AND INSIDE HOLDING UNITS IN EAST DINING AREA, ON FLOOR IN LINEN AND STORAGE AREAS, ON OUTLETS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. 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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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2596314 ON 6-14-24:58-OBSERVED THE CFM WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CFMs OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN WEST DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKETS ON REACH-IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACED AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYER CABINETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES, HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOILET NOT PROPERLY FLUSHING IN UNISEX WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND OPENINGS ALONG WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES NEAR WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS (POTATOES, ETC) ON FLOORS IN PREP AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN ALL FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT IN STORAGE AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Jun 14, 2024
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RACKS IN THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE RACKS AND MAINTAIN A RUST FREE SURFACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS AND OVEN WITH FOOD AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALL ABOVE THE DOOR IN THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM CRACKED/DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN WALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER ON THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND STORAGE RACKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLOORS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CFM WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CFMs OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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Mar 29, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE RACKS IN THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT WITH RUST. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE RACKS AND MAINTAIN A RUST FREE SURFACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE FRYERS AND OVEN WITH FOOD AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WALL ABOVE THE DOOR IN THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM CRACKED/DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN WALL.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER ON THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND STORAGE RACKS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS, CEILINGS AND FLOORS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CFM WITH NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL CFMs OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES.
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Jul 31, 2023
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS IN THE COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER BEING USED OR DRY STORAGE, IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED UNECESSARY ITEMS STORED IN THE BASEMENT (ICE MACHINE). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES RETAKE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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Jul 24, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH WASHING MACHINE AT IMPROPER FINAL SANITIZING RINSE AT 0 PPM CHLORINE CONCENTRATION. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID DISHWASHING MACHINE TO BE ABLE TO PROVIDE A FINAL SANITIZING RINSE OF EITHER 50 ? 100 PPM CHLORINE (FOR CHEMICAL SANITIZING MACHINE). DISHMACHINE TAGGED ?HELD FOR INSPECTION?. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025, CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY. APPROXIMATELY 150-200 GNATS IN THE BASEMENT IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA AND NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AREA. ALSO, OBSERVED ABOUT 20 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ON THE FLOOR BY THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, ON THE UNUSED METAL GREASE CONTAINER IN THE BASEMENT NEAR THE WALK-IN FREEZER, INSIDE OF THE EMPTY AND UNUSED ICE MACHINE, UNDER AND SURROUNDING THE FOOD PREP TABLE IN THE SAME SAID AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS IN THE COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER BEING USED OR DRY STORAGE, IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNECESSARY ITEMS STORED IN THE BASEMENT (ICE MACHINE, METAL GREASE TRAP, MOP BUCKET FILLED WITH A BUILD UP OF UNFAMILIAR SUBSTANCE). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES RETAKE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE EMPLOYEES RETAKE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE.
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Apr 19, 2022
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL DOORS NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLOSE/SEAL ALL GAPS UNDERNEATH ALL DOORS TO PREVENT ENTRY OF PESTS AND MAINTAIN
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Apr 7, 2022
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED OVER 15 DROPPINGS IN REAR UTILITY CLOSET NEAR WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHICKEN BEING THAWED IN 2 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT CHICKEN MUST BE THAWED UNDER RUNNING COLD WATER OR IN THE REFRIGERATOR.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL DOORS NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLOSE/SEAL ALL GAPS UNDERNEATH ALL DOORS TO PREVENT ENTRY OF PESTS AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FILTERS IN KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE GREASE BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 24, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Sep 21, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREMISES STILL HAVE NOT INSTALLED THE HAND NOR REMOVED THE COFFEE MACHINE AT THE FRONT PREP STATION. OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION (10) FROM REPORT #2521742 DATE 6-22-21 STILL NOT CORRECTED: Violation Codes: 5-204.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND PROVIDE PROPER HANDWASHING ITEMS NEEDED SUCH AS SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HANDWASHING SIGN. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Sep 16, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVERD SUCH AS CHICKEN,PORK CHOPS AND EGGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ONSITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION (10) FROM REPORT #2521742 DATE 6-22-21 STILL NOT CORRECTED: Violation Codes: 5-204.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND PROVIDE PROPER HANDWASHING ITEMS NEEDED SUCH AS SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HANDWASHING SIGN. PRIORITY CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES ON THE COUNTER TOPS AND PREP STATIONS. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES WHEN NOT IN USE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE WALK IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jun 22, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND PROVIDE PROPER HAND WASHING ITEMS NEEDED SUCH AS SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HAND WASHING SIGN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C).
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW OR ON EITHER OF THE MENUS FOR CUSTOMERS TO BE MADE AWARE OF CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER COOKED POTENTIAL RISK OF ILLNESS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGN AND PROVIDE ON BOTH MENUS
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE DISH STORAGE ROOM GASKETS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jun 15, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND PROVIDE PROPER HANDWASHING ITEMS NEEDED SUCH AS SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HANDWASHING SIGN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C).
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW OR ON EITHER OF THE MENUS FOR CUSTOMERS TO BE MADE AWARE OF CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER COOKED POTENTIAL RISK OF ILLNESS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGN AND PROVIDE ON BOTH MENUS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE DISH STORAGE ROOM GASKETS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Jun 8, 2021
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST IN BASEMENT AREA APPRX 50 DROPPINGS. 25 LOCATED JUST LEFT OF THE WALK IN UNDER THE MEAT SLICER STATION. ANOTHER 25 LOCATED IN THE STORAGE ROOM ACROSS FROM THE ICE MACHINE. AND SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE SERVICE BEFORE INSPECTION RETURN DATE OF 6/15/2021 PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND PROVIDE PROPER HANDWASHING ITEMS NEEDED SUCH AS SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HANDWASHING SIGN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY OR DISCLOSURE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW OR ON EITHER OF THE MENUS FOR CUSTOMERS TO BE MADE AWARE OF CONSUMING RAW OR UNDER COOKED POTENTIAL RISK OF ILLNESS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SIGN AND PROVIDE ON BOTH MENUS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CONTAINERS OF FLOUR AND SUGAR IN FOOD PREP AREA NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME FOR ANY AND ALL ITEMS OUTSIDE OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT WITH A BUILD UP OF SUBSTANCE ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE ICE SHUTE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR BEHIND FRYER WITH A BUILD UP OF OIL AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING HARBORING OF PEST AND INSECTS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LIGHT BUILD UP OF OIL INSIDE DEEP FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT COOLER IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND ELEVATE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS IN MEN AND WOMEN TOILET ROOMS WITH BUILD UP OF DIRT AND DEBRIS AND MISSING TILES ALONG BASE OF THE WALLS IN THE MENS TOILET ROOM AND THE HOT WATER KNOB IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM LEFT HANDSINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REPAIR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE DISH STORAGE ROOM GASKETS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Mar 19, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NOTED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. PRESENTED SERVSAFE CERT WITH 11/30/2018 EXAM DATE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NOTED FROM 2019 INSPECTION REPORT THAT A HANDSINK IS NEEDED IN BASEMENT AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK DISH WASHING AREA. PERSON IN CHARGE STATES 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT IS NOT UTILIZED, INFORMED FACILITY ONLY USES LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE LOCATED IN 1ST FLOOR MAIN PREP AREA. ADVISED TO ALSO INSTALL ADDITIONAL HANDSINK AT 1ST FLOOR COFFEE PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT IT CAN BE LOCATED, SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE LOW TEMP. DISH MACHINE IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Mar 14, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU WITH DISCLOSURE FOR SERVING UNDERCOOKED FOODS,( EGGS,HAMBURGERS,BEEF DISHES). INSTRUCTED THAT A CONSUMER REMINDER AND DISCLOSURE MUST BE POSTED ON MENUS FOR ANY RAW OR UNDERCOOKED FOOD SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A POLICY AND KIT FOR NECESSARY ITEMS MUST INCLUDE ( FACE MASK, PLASTIC GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MOP,ETC) AND SANITIZER USED TO KILL THE NOROVIRUS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: : 3-501.17 OBSERVED MOST TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY READY TO EAT FOODS (COOKED SHAGHETTI,POTATO SALAD, COOKED MEATS) PREPARED,COOKED HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT DATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH DATES FOR ALL TCS READY TO EAT FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING, PREPARED AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
23
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DISH WASHING AREA. MUST INSTALL
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: CORRECTED
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FAUCET TOO SHORT AT BASEMENT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO REACH ALL COMPARTMENTS. MUST REPLACE WITH ADEQUATE FAUCET
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD IN BASEMENT IN POOR REPAIR, DARK GROOVES. MUST SAND OR REPLACE.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT BACKFLOW PREVENTER MUST BE LOCATED TO BE SERVECED AND MAINTAINED
51
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR MANAGERS WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE
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47
Mar 12, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNABLE TO PROVIDE HOT WATER FROM FAUCET AT HAND SINK OF SOUTHWEST WASHROOM UNLESS CONTROLLED FROM INSIDE THE CABINET UNDERNEATH HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCET OR REPLACE. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)
10
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A POLICY AND KIT FOR NECESSARY ITEMS MUST INCLUDE ( FACE MASK, PLASTIC GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MOP,ETC) AND SANITIZER USED TO KILL THE NOROVIRUS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 OBSERVED MOST TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY READY TO EAT FOODS (COOKED SHAGHETTI,POTATO SALAD, COOKED MEATS) PREPARED,COOKED HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT DATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH DATES FOR ALL TCS READY TO EAT FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING, PREPARED AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.
23
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CALIBRATED METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: EVEDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 39 MICE DROPPING INSIDE BOTTOM OF FOOD BUFFET CABINET,4- MICE DROPPING ON FLOOR CORNER INSIDE FOOD EQUIPMENT STORAGE CLOSET,3 MICE DROPPINGS AT BOTTOM AREA OF HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/ SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENED PEST SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
38
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE
57
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: WASHROOMS USED BY FEMALES MUST HAVE A COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY NAPKINS.
53
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT ALL HAND SINKS.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DISH WASHING AREA. MUST INSTALL
10
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
25
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NO COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FAUCET TOO SHORT AT BASEMENT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO REACH ALL COMPARTMENTS. MUST REPLACE WITH ADEQUATE FAUCET.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT BACKFLOW PREVENTER MUST BE LOCATED TO BE SERVECED AND MAINTAINED.
51
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR MANAGERS WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE .
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33
Apr 4, 2018
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REFRIGERATOR.
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95
Mar 28, 2018
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TEN LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES. TEN LIVE ROACHES OBSERVED CRAWLING ON THE BASEMENT FLOOR IN THE FAR REAR STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREA PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REFRIGERATOR.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, FRYER). CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYER, CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN AND STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE KITCHEN NEEDS CLEANING; CLEAN SYSTEM. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED, DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS ON THE CEILINGS.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL STORAGE CLOSETS AND STORAGE AREAS OF BASEMENT; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER. REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM MOP BUCKET IN UTILITY CLOSET (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION).
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78
Oct 26, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE THREE DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE KITCHEN ARE IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE REFRIGERATOR.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, FRYER). CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYER, CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS WHERE NEEDED, CLEAN PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN AND STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR IN KITCHEN UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE. REMOVE WATER FROM THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT WHERE LEAKING FROM THE CEILING BY THE BASEMENT EXIT DOOR. CLEAN FLOOR IN CLOSETS AND CORNER AREAS OF STORAGE IN BASEMENT AND FIRST FLOOR.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENT. REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED, DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. PROVIDE COVERS FOR THE VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH WASHROOMS ON THE CEILINGS.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE PIPE UNDER THE TWO COMP SINK NEAR THE DISH MACHINE IN THE KITCHEN; REPAIR LEAK AT PIPE UNDER THE SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN STORAGE CLOSETS ON THE FIRST FLOOR (UTILITY AND REAR STORAGE ROOM BY EXIT DOOR OF THE BANQUET HALL ROOM.
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74
May 31, 2017
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE CAN OPENER BLADE AT THE PREP TABLE IN THE KITCHEN IS NOT CLEAN; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER. FOUND LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT REFRIGERATION UNIT DOORS; MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNITS.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, STOVE, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN KITCHEN AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT. CLEAN FLOOR IN BASEMENT IN STORAGE AREAS. SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN; REPAIR OR REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR FROM LEAKING PIPE (CDI).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SOME DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN ABOVE THE DISHMACHINE, IN BOTH CUSTOMER WASHROOMS, EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND MOLDED TILE IN THE LINEN CLOSET; REPLACE ALL CEILING TILE. MUST CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM IS NOT WORKING; MUST REPAIR. THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE MENS WASHROOM HAS A MISSING COVER; MUST REPLACE COVER. FOUND A LEAK FROM A PIPE IN THE CEILING OF THE BASEMENT; MUST REPAIR LEAK IN REAR OF BASEMENT.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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74
May 16, 2017
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND A WALK-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT AT 53F STORING LIQUID EGGS AND MILK, FROZEN FRUIT (UNTHAWED) AND HEAVY CREAM. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS MUST BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS AT 40F OR BELOW. PRODUCT DISGARDED VALUED AT $98 AND APPROXIMATELY 30LBS. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST FAX OR EMAIL A REQUEST TO 312 746-4240 OR CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG TO REMOVE TAG WHEN UNIT IS REPAIRED AND MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
2
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE CAN OPENER BLADE AT THE PREP TABLE IN THE KITCHEN IS NOT CLEAN; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER. FOUND LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT REFRIGERATION UNIT DOORS; MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR FROM UNITS.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, STOVE, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN KITCHEN AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING AND OTHER EQUIPMENT. CLEAN FLOOR IN BASEMENT IN STORAGE AREAS. SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN KITCHEN; REPAIR OR REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED. STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR FROM LEAKING PIPE (CDI).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SOME DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN ABOVE THE DISHMACHINE, IN BOTH CUSTOMER WASHROOMS, EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND MOLDED TILE IN THE LINEN CLOSET; REPLACE ALL CEILING TILE. MUST CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE WOMENS WASHROOM IS NOT WORKING; MUST REPAIR. THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE MENS WASHROOM HAS A MISSING COVER; MUST REPLACE COVER. FOUND A LEAK FROM A PIPE IN THE CEILING OF THE BASEMENT; MUST REPAIR LEAK IN REAR OF BASEMENT.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
45
No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: FOUND CIGARETTE BUTTS ON PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 4 IN THE LINEN CLOSET ON THE FLOOR, 2 ON THE FLOOR BY THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT, 1 BY THE DOOR (ON THE FLOOR) AT THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED PER THE CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE THAT NO EVIDENCE OF SMOKING IS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE 7-32-020 C.
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64
Jun 3, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE BOTTOM OF THE CABINET AND 1 LIVE ROACH INSIDE OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AREAS NOTED AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
18
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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90
Sep 4, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DOOR GASKETS ON REACHIN COOLERS AND PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
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95
Aug 28, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE REFRIGERATION, 50.1F, IN THE KITCHEN PREP COOLER WHERE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING STORED. UNIT TAGGED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
2
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZRADOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES; RAW CHICKEN 2 LBS AT 47.6F, 1 LBS OF RAW EGGS AT 47.3F, 3 LBS OF EGG WHITES AT 49.2F., $50 TOTAL. MANAGER VOLUTARILLY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS COLD FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 40F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
3
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL FLIES IN THE KITCHEN, CUSTOMER SEATING AREA, AND BASEMENT. INSTRUCTR TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE PROVIDER TO ELIMINATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-39-020.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE DOOR GASKETS ON REACHIN COOLERS AND PREP COOLER IN KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/REPAIR CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AND BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
35
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS.
40
74
Nov 5, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT AREA
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEVERAL FLOOR TILES ARE IN POOR REPAIR,MUST REPLACE TILES.
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90
Oct 28, 2014
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PINKISH SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE ICE IS BEING MADE,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE FROM MACHINE AND TURN OFF MACHINE TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE, THE ICE MACHINE WAS CLEANED AND SANIZED DURING INSPECTION SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
16
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 25 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE BOTTOM SHELF INSIDE THE STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, 7-38-020
18
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1387548 DATE 07-08-2014,(30)MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT AREA(33)DETAIL CLEAN DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYERS HAS HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP (34)CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS(35)DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING STOVE,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP AND REPAIR SOME CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREA,INSTRCTED TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT AREA
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SEVERAL FLOOR TILES ARE IN P[OOR REPAIR,MUST REPLACE TILES
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78
Jul 8, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT AREA
30
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN DEEP FRYERS OF GREASE BUILD=UP INSIDE BOTTOM COMPARTMENTS OF DEEP FRYERS,HAS HEAVY GREASE BUILD -UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLAEN AND MAIMTAIN AREA
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING STOVE,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA REPAIR SOME CEILING TILES IN THE PREP AREA
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82
Dec 13, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY STORAGE RACKS AND SHELVES IN STORAGE AREAS AND IN REFRIGERATION UNITS IN BASEMENT. PAINT RUSTY INTERIORS OF WALK-IN COOLERS IN BASEMENT. REPAIR LOOSE FLOORING IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
32
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ORGANIZE EAST BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
41
90
Dec 6, 2013
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON ROLLING CARTS UNDER DRINKING GLASS CRATES ACROSS FROM MEN WASHROOM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG EAST WALL IN STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM WOMEN WASHROOM, 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES IN BASEMENT PAPER GOOD STORAGE AREA, ONE LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR SOUTH BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CONTACT PAPER FROM SHELVES IN WAIT STATION AREA AND PAINT SURFACES IF NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. PAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY STORAGE RACKS AND SHELVES IN STORAGE AREAS AND IN REFRIGERATION UNITS IN BASEMENT. PAINT RUSTY INTERIORS OF WALK-IN COOLERS IN BASEMENT. REPAIR LOOSE FLOORING IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FINISH CLEANING ALL STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT, ALL UNSUED & UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN, CABINET INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, ALL SHELVES UNDERNEATH SERVICE COUNTERS IN DINING ROOM, SHELVES IN CABINETS AND UNDERNEATH TABLE IN AREA OUTSIDE OF KITCHEN, AND CAN OPENER IN BASEMENT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CONTINUE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS DAILY THROUGHOUT ALONG BASES OF THE WALLS, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS IN BASEMENT (DEAD ROACHES).
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FINISH CLEANING AND/OR PAINTING WALLS IN BASEMENT AND UP THE STAIR WELL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAK IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, KEEP FLOOR INSIDE AND IN FRONT OF UNIT DRY.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ORGANIZE EAST BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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70
Oct 15, 2013
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CONTACT PAPER FROM SHELVES IN WAIT STATION AREA AND PAINT SURFACES IF NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. PAINT OR RREPLACE RUSTY STORAGE RACKS AND SHELVES IN STORAGE AREAS AND IN REFRIGERATION UNITS IN BASEMENT. PAINT RUSTY INTERIORS OF WALK-IN COOLERS IN BASEMENT. REPAIR LOOSE FLOORING IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FINISH CLEANING ALL STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT, ALL UNSUED & UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN, CABINET INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, ALL SHELVES UNDERNEATH SERVICE COUNTERS IN DINING ROOM, SHELVES IN CABINETS AND UNDERNEATH TABLE IN AREA OUTSIDE OF KITCHEN, AND CAN OPENER IN BASEMENT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CONTINUE TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS DAILY THROUGHOUT ALONG BASES OF THE WALLS, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FINISH CLEANING AND/OR PAINTING WALLS IN BASEMENT AND UP THE STAIR WELL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAK IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, KEEP FLOOR INSIDE AND IN FRONT OF UNIT DRY.
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78
Oct 4, 2013
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: A BABY ROACH OBSERVED CRAWLING ON LOWER SHELF COVERED WITH CONTACT PAPER IN WAIT STATION AREA. ALSO OBSERVED 25-30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTEREDON PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON SHELF IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA WHERE UNUSED ICE MACHINE ISW LOCATED, IN AREAS ALONG THE BASE OF THE WALLS IN REAR AREA WHERE CATCH BASIN IS LOCATED, ON IN CORNERS BY WAIT STATION ARE AND ON SHEKF UNDERNEAT SERVICE COUNTER WHERE PERSONAL ITEMS ARE STORED. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS FOUND IN FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS AND REQUEST VISIT FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY. CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE CONTACT PAPER FROM SHELVES IN WAIT STATION AREA AND PAINT SURFACES IF NOT EASILY CLEANABLE. PAINT OR RREPLACE RUSTY STORAGE RACKS AND SHELVES IN STORAGE AREAS AND IN REFRIGERATION UNITS IN BASEMENT. PAINT RUSTY INTERIORS OF WALK-IN COOLERS IN BASEMENT. REPAIR LOOSE FLOORING IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: ALL STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT, ALL UNSUED & UNCLEAN EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN, CABINET INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER, ALL SHELVES UNDERNEATH SERVICE COUNTERS IN DINING ROOM, SHELVES IN CABINETS AND UNDERNEATH TABLE IN AREA OUTSIDE OF KITCHEN, AND CAN OPENER IN BASEMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALL ROOMS AND AREAS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. LARGE PUDDLE OF WATER NOTICED ON FLOOR ALONG THE BASE OF THE WALL NEAR CATCH BASIN, MUST KEEP ALL AREAS DRY TO ELIMINATE PEST BREEDING.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A COVER THAT ADEQUATELY FITS THE CATCH BASIN IN THE BASEMENT. REPAIR LEAK IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT, KEEP FLOOR INSIDE AND IN FRONT OF UNIT DRY.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ELIMINATE ALL CLUTTERD AREAS THROUGHOUT THE REAR SECTION OF BASEMENT.
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May 10, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 3, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS CHEMICAL PPM 0. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE AND MAINTAIN 100 PPM. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL RE-INSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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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 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE CABINETS UNDER FRONT BEVERAGE STATION, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE CABINET IN REAR WAIT STATION, LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON LEG OF DISH MACHINE IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL AND DATE ALL PREPARED FOOD IN COOLERS. LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, STOVE, GRILL (GREASE BUILDUP), SLICER IN BASEMENT (FOOD DEBRIS), CABINETS IN WAIT STATIONS (MICE DROPPINGS), PLATES AND SHELVES IN BASEMENT(DEAD ROACHES)
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN BASEMENT. SEAL OPENINGS IN FLOOR AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN LINEN ROOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN BANQUET AREA. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN UTILITY CLOSET, LINEN ROOM, WASHROOMS, ETC
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN VENTILATION HOOD.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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Aug 28, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON PREMISES AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-012.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS & FREEZERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED TO HELP IN DETERMINING WHETHER ITEMS ARE COOLED WITHIN THE ALLOTTED TIME FRAME(140 TO 70 IN 2 HOURS, 70 TO 40 IN 4 HOURS).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL RUSTY SHELVES & STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT AND SURFACES IN WALK-IN COOLERS IN THE BASEMENT MUST BE PAINTED OR REPLACED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT EVERY ROOM (INCLUDING BASEMENT ALL SECTIONS OF THE BASEMENT).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN DOORS & LIGHT SWITCHES THROUGHOUT. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WASHROOM(S). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS WHERE NOTICED. LARGE SECTION OF CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREA BY EXPOSED HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR, LEAKING HEAVILY AS A RESULT OF HEAVY RAIN ON 8-13-12. MUST REPAIR.
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Aug 14, 2012
Complaint
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: WALK-IN PRODUCE COOLER IN BASEMENT AND 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN AREA OUTSIDE FOOD PREP AREA HOLDING AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, AIR TEMPS RECORDED AT 49.1F & 62.4F. BOTH UNITS REQUIRE SERVICING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL PRODUCTS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: SOUR CREAM-62.1F,CUT WATERMELON-64.1F, EGGS-52.1F, COTTAGE CHEESE-62.2F-ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED IN COOLERS MUST BE HELD AT 40 DEGREES OR BELOW. ALL PRODUCTS FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL-7-38-005(A).
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING IN FINAL RINSE CYCLE, NO RESIDUAL READING ON TEST STRIP WHEN TESTED AFTER CYCLE IS COMPLETED. MUST HAVE UNIT SERVICED. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL 7-38-030.
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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: APPROXIMATELY 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS OBSERVED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON SHELVES IN WAITRESS STATION AREA BY MAIN DINING ROOM, ON SHELVES IN WALL CABINETS IN AREA BY FOOD PREP AREA, SCATTERED ON FLOOR BASES IN BASEMENT AREA, IN LINEN ROOM, AND IN STORAGE AREAS ON BANQUET SIDE OF PREMISES. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL COOKED FOODS STORED IN COOLERS & FREEZERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED TO HELP IN DETERMINING WHETHER ITEMS ARE COOLED WITHIN THE ALLOTTED TIME FRAME(140 TO 70 IN 2 HOURS, 70 TO 40 IN 4 HOURS).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL RUSTY SHELVES & STORAGE RACKS THROUGHOUT AND SURFACES IN WALK-IN COOLERS IN THE BASEMENT MUST BE PAINTED OR REPLACED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: ALL SHELVES, STORAGE RACKS, CABINET INTERIORS, COOKING STOVES, SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE FOOD PARTICLES ARE FOUND.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: PUDDLES OF WATER ON FLOORS IN BASEMENT AND IN FOOD PREP AREA-MUST KEEP THESE AREAS FREE OF EXCESS WATER. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT EVERY ROOM (INCLUDING BASEMENT ALL SECTIONS OF THE BASEMENT).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL UNCLEAN DOORS & LIGHT SWITCHES THROUGHOUT. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WASHROOM(S). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS WHERE NOTICED. LARGE SECTION OF CEILING IN FOOD PREP AREA BY EXPOSED HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR, LEAKING HEAVILY AS A RESULT OF HEAVY RAIN ON 8-13-12. MUST REPAIR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BLOWN LIGHTS IN PREP AREA IN THE BASEMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: AREA OF BASEMENT WHERE CHAIRS ARE STORED IS TOO CLUTTERED, UNABLE TO CLEAN, INSPECT OR SERVICE AREA, MUST STORE IN A MORE ORGANIZED MANNER.
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Nov 2, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN ALL THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTD. TO CLEAN SAME. THE EMPLOYEES TOILET IN THE BACK AREA IN POOD REPAIR. INSTD. TO REPAIR.
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Oct 7, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN TOP,SIDES,INSIDE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAME,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. CLEAN ALL THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTD. TO CLEAN SAME THE EMPLOYEES TOILET IN THE BACK AREA IN POOR REPAIR. INSTD, TO REPAIR
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Josephine's Cookin' last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Josephine's Cookin' on file is from Jul 23, 2025. The public record contains 39 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Josephine's Cookin'?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 21 times, more than any other issue at Josephine's Cookin'.
Has Josephine's Cookin''s inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Josephine's Cookin' have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Josephine's Cookin' 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 Josephine's Cookin' inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Josephine's Cookin' is inspected around three times per year on average.
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