Just Turkey

4353 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653
American
Last inspected: Nov 3, 2025
100
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 38 inspections at Just Turkey stretching back to 2010. On Nov 3, 2025, the health department conducted the most recent visit. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Violation counts have been trending down, averaging around three violations across recent inspections versus roughly nine violations before.

“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 19 times across the record.

The city-wide average for Chicago sits at 81, putting Just Turkey on the better side of that line. The record reflects steady performance over time.

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Inspections
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Inspection History
Nov 3, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Oct 27, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE; MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ENROLLMENT OR A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.
2
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENT OR CITATION WILL FOLLOW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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86
Jul 17, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2620310 JUNE 12, 2025. 8-404.13 (B:3) 05/29/2025 OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2617712. IT IS AS FOLLOWS... OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AGREEMENT AND SERVICE REPORTS UPDATED IN LOGBOOK AS REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. #7-42-090(C). CITATION ISSUED NOTED on 7/17/25 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISE (APPROXIMATELY 100). LICENSE SUSPENDED. OFFICE NOTIFIED. WHEN ALL VIOLATIONS ARE 100% IN COMPLIANCE, PLEASE CONTACT CDPH. REOPENING PROCEDURES DISCUSSED, DOCUMENTS PROVIDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS, FREEZERS AND STORAGE SHELVING.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE AIR VENTS, FAN BLADES THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14 MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE PIT TO REMOVE DEBRIS
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENT OR CITATION WILL FOLLOW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW
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May 29, 2025
Reinspection
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TURKEY TIPS, HAMBURGERS, SPAGHETTI. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA WITHOUT HAND DRYING PROVISION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR PROPER HANDWASHING AND MAINTAIN. PERSON IN CHAREG PROVIDED PAPERTOWEL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2617712. IT IS AS FOLLOWS... OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AGREEMENT AND SERVICE REPORTS UPDATED IN LOGBOOK AS REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. #7-42-090(C). CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS, FREEZERS AND STORAGE SHELVING.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE AIR VENTS, FAN BLADES THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14 MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE PIT TO REMOVE DEBRIS
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENT OR CITATION WILL FOLLOW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW
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May 19, 2025
Complaint
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK LOCATED IN (IN USE) REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA WITHOUT HAND DRYING PROVISION AVAILABLE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AGREEMENT AND SERVICE REPORTS UPDATED IN LOGBOOK AS REQUIRED BY CODE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE AIR VENTS, FAN BLADES THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14 MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE PIT TO REMOVE DEBRIS
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENT OR CITATION WILL FOLLOW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
58
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 38 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN REAR BY TOILET ROOM BEHIND UNUSED EQUIPMENT, UNDERNEATH SHELVING RACKS IN REAR USED FOR DRY STORAGE AND OTHER MISCELLANEUS ITEMS. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIOANL SERVICE AND MAINTAIN PREMISE FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
38
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS, FREEZERS AND STORAGE SHELVING.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE NOT TIGHT FITTED WITH TRASH OVERFLOWING OUT OF EQUIPMENT DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (B). CITATION ISSUED
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Apr 9, 2025
License
6 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR OF THE COOLERS, FREEZERS AND STORAGE SHELVING.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS,FLOORS AND CEILING TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. ALSO CLEAN THE AIR VENTS, FAN BLADES THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND GREASE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE PIT TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH IDPH FOOD HANDLER REQUIRMENT OR CITATION WILL FOLLOW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Jan 11, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. NOTED A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO TIGH FITTING TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE TABLE TOP,PREP STATIONS, STORAGE SHELVING AND DEFROST AND CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN FREEZE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS IN POOR REPAIR (CRACKS) AND HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE WALL AND FLOOR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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78
Apr 10, 2023
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES. CLEAN INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS. CLEAN BOTTOM OF FRYER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND TILE IN KITCHEN AREA. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND BUILD UP.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: CLEAN VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Aug 18, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 11, 2022
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE 2 DOOR COOLER. FOUND RAW TURKEY, AND COOKED TURKEY MEAT SAUCE RANGING FROM 45.1F-50.1F.MUST KEEP ALL TCS FOODS AT 41F OR LESS AT ALL TIMES WHILE IN REFRIGERATION. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 40 LBS OF DENATURED FOODS DURING INSPECTION. MANAGER ESTIMATES VALUE AT $100. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR TESTING CHEMICAL SANITIZER SOLUTION. MUST OBTAIN CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO ACCURATELY MEASURE CONCENTRATION OF CHEMICAL SANITIZER USED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM FEBRUARY 9, 2022, (REPORT #2549655) AS REQUIRED: MUST CORRECT THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS: #47: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP DARK SEEMS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. #49: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVING. #53: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH A LID IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM AS REQUIRED #55: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL VENT COVERS, FAN BLADES AND PIPES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. #55: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING AND WALL VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL VENT COVERS, FAN BLADES AND PIPES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. #56: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTS AND FILTERS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. #58: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, AROUND AND BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS, ON THE BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLE; AND APPROXIMATELY 10 LIVE LARGE BLACK FLIES FLYING AROUND PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADVISED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ISSUE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND THE WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE THE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: FOUND COOKING POTS ON SHELF IN PREP AREA NOT INVERTED. MUST INVERT WHILE STORING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND FOIL LINED ON SHELF OF PREP TABLE, AND CARDBOARD UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ON FLOOR NEAR REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. ALL SURFACE MUST BE NON-POROUS, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED (LAYING IN MOP SINK). INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOPS HANGING UP WHEN NOT IN USE FOR PROPER DRYING.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND A HOLE IN WALL UNDER 3-COMP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 9, 2022
Complaint
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS TURKEY TIPS AND GROUND TURKEY FOR TACOS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A MAINTAIN A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE/DUTY AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH PRODUCTS NAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARD WITH DEEP DARK SEEMS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVING.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH A LID IN THE UNISEX WASHROOM AS REQUIRED.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING AND WALL VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL VENT COVERS, FAN BLADES AND PIPES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE VENTS AND FILTERS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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58
Nov 17, 2021
Complaint
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 2020 AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.
60
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, PREP TABLES, ETC.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING AND WALL VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Jun 8, 2021
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 2020 AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.
60
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, INTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS, PREP TABLES, ETC.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING AND WALL VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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78
Mar 26, 2020
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: FOUND THE WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE THE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND THE CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO SAND OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS. MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYERS/COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH FOOD, DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: FOUND THE TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM WITH NO LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID TO THE TOILET ROOM. MAINTAIN SAME.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MOPS NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOPS HANGING UP WHEN NOT IN USE FOR PROPER DRYING.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FLOORS IN THE TOILET ROOM TO BE STICKY. FLOORS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER THE SINKS, COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND PREP TABLES WITH FOOD, GREASE, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. -WALLS AROUND THE SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD, DIRT AND DEBRIS. CEILING VENTS WITH THICK DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL WALLS AND VENTS THROUGH OUT.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND BROKEN/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL BROKEN/DAMAGED TILES THROUGH OUT.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHTING TO THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS. MAINTAIN LIGHTING IN THE REACH IN COOLERS.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: VENTILATION HOOD IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THICK GREASE, DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP AND MAINTAIN.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS (CFM). INSTRUCTED ALL CFMS MUST TAKE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING COURSE. PROVIDE PROOF.
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61
Nov 8, 2019
Reinspection
3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBLITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT ON PRINTED MENUS FOR ALL ANIMAL FOODS THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED. THE PERSON IN CHARGE STATES THAT NO BURGERS ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED AT ALL. SERVES ALL TURKEY BASED PRODUCTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, GRILL, FRYER), BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE, ROLLING CARTS AND BOTTOM OF FRYER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. CLEAN CEILING FANS IN DINING AREA TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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64
Nov 1, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT ON PRINTED MENUS FOR ALL ANIMAL FOODS THAT CAN BE SERVED UNDERCOOKED. THE PERSON IN CHARGE STATES THAT NO BURGERS ARE SERVED UNDERCOOKED AT ALL. SERVES ALL TURKEY BASED PRODUCTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 70 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN UNDER STORAGE SHELVES, AROUND AND BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS, ON THE BOTTOM OF THE PREP TABLE AND IN CORNER AREA BY WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL INVOICE DATED 10/21/19 INDICATES ACTIVITY OBSERVED. MUST HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) ISSUED.
38
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
5
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBLITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
3
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, GRILL, FRYER), BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE, ROLLING CARTS AND BOTTOM OF FRYER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREA TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. CLEAN CEILING FANS IN DINING AREA TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE AROUND THE PIPE OF THE THREE COMP SINK LEADING INTO THE WALL; SEAL HOLE AROUND PIPE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: TWO SETS OF LIGHTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA NOT SHIELDED AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE SHIELDS FOR LIGHTS.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Sep 6, 2018
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 19, 2018
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: Observed new violation noted at this time live mouse activity in food prep area near grease trap under three compartment sink and noted rodent droppings in food prep area as well. Informed person in charge to clean all affected area remove droppings and have pest control service performed for facility. Critical Violation 7-38-020
13
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Outside waste grease storage area not clean and maintained. Accumulation of grease and food debris on top, bottom and around container; conditions for rodent harborage. Need more detailed cleaning cleaning. Serious Violation
19
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Observed previous minor violation not corrected from inspection 2069890 performed on 7-14-17. Violation #32 REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON DOORs OF 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. #33 CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SINKS, PREP TABLES, SLICER, FRYERS, SURFACES UNDER GRILL, ROLLING CARTS, METAL RACKS, DRY STORAGE BULK CONTAINERS HOLDING UNITS, BBQ PIT, ETC.#34 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, BEHIND REACH-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS SODA FOUNTAIN AREA. #CLEAN INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, LIGHT SHIELDS AND ALL CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MISSING CEILING TILES.#36 REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD BEHIND FRONT COUNTER NON FUNCTIONAL LIGHT UNDER HOOD. #38 REPAIR HAND SINK IN DISREPAIR HANGING FROM WALL AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ALL THREE BASINS. SERIOUS VIOLATION7-42-090
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed prep tables, inside and outside microwave, under equipment, inside and outside of fryers, oven, flat top grill, floors under and behind ALL reach in coolers has accumulation of food debris and dust. Mustdetail clean and maintain.
32
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Missing/ disrepair floor tiles in prep kitchen near back door: Coving in disrepair under three compartment sink in prep kitchen and behind reach in freezer. Must repair and maintain.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Repair all holes in wall through out facility (under soda dispenser, near pipe by three compartment sink).
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Vents throughout prep kitchen and cashier wait station areas has accumulation of dust, grease and food debris on them. Must clean and maintain.
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70
Jun 15, 2018
Routine
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Facility not meeting required cold holding temperatures during storage of 40 degrees F or below. 3 Door reach in cooler at 52.5F, 3 Door prep reach in cooler 48.2F, 2 Door prep reach in cooler 44.2F. Facility must repair all cooler units for proper cold holding of 40 degrees F or below. Tagged units. Critical Violation 7-38-005A
2
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Observed potentially hazardous food not meeting temperature requirements during cold storage. Turkey lasagna 56.1F, cooked Greens 50.1, soft cheese 51.8 in 3 door reach in cooler in prep kitchen. Italian cooked turkey at 48.6F in three door prep reach in cooler. Person in charge voluntary discarded food items out of temperature.Approx. $436 38lbs. Critical Violation 7-38-005A
3
Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
Inspector notes: Observed improper thawing of potentially hazardous food in facility. Raw turkey sitting in stagnant water in three compartment. Informed person in charge to utilized proper thawing technique under running potable water at 70F or below with sufficient velocity to agitate and float off. Serious Violation 7-38-005A
17
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Outside waste grease storage area not clean and maintained. Accumulation of grease and food debris on top, bottom and around container; conditions for rodent harborage. Serious Violation 7-38-020
19
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: Observed no City of Chicago Certified Food Manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Informed person in charge that City of Chicago certified food manager must be onsite when potentially hazardous food are prepared and served. Serious Violation 7-38-012A
21
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Observed previous minor violation not corrected from inspection 2069890 performed on 7-14-17. Violation #32 REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON DOORs OF 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. #33 CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SINKS, PREP TABLES, SLICER, FRYERS, SURFACES UNDER GRILL, ROLLING CARTS, HOLDING UNITS, BBQ PIT, ETC.#34 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, BEHIND REACH-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. #CLEAN INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, LIGHT SHIELDS AND ALL CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES AND MISSING CEILING TILES.#36 REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD BEHIND FRONT COUNTER NON FUNCTIONAL LIGHT UNDER HOOD. #38 REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK AND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ALL THREE BASINS. SERIOUS VIOLATION7-42-090
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Observed prep tables, inside and outside microwave, under equipment, inside and outside of fryers, oven, flat top grill, floors under and behind reach in coolers has accumulation of food debris. Must clean and maintain.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Cutting Boards are heavily scored and accumulation of food debris. Must replace and maintain.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Missing/ disrepair floor tiles in prep kitchen near back door. Must repair and maintain.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Vents throughout prep kitchen has accumulation of dust, grease and food debris on them. Must clean and maintain.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Facility refrigeration units missing thermometers provided inside and conspicuous. Must obtain and maintain
40
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Food handlers for facility missing required food handler training certificate. Must obtain and maintain training certification for all food handlers.
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Jul 14, 2017
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY OR CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN COOKED TURKEY 193.6F PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A
21
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON MIDDLE DOOR OF 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SINKS, PREP TABLES, SLICER, FRYERS, SURFACES UNDER GRILL, ROLLING CARTS, HOLDING UNITS, BBQ PIT, ETC.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, BEHIND REACH-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, LIGHT SHIELDS AND ALL CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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67
Jul 7, 2017
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 4 GALLONS AND 10 QUARTS OF BOTTLED AND CAPPED OOOH WEE SWEET TEA NOT LABELED AND DISPLAYED FOR SALE IN CHEST FREEZER FROM UNAPPROVED SOURCE. TEA IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND MAY NOT BE SOLD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005B
1
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE, INSIDE LIDS OF BULK CONTAINERS ALONG EAST WALL IN PREP AREA, 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF GREASE TRAP, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN NORTHEAST CORNER NEAR GREASE TRAP, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM OF SERVING TABLE BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. FRONT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED, 1/2" GAP ON BOTTOM CORNERS OF FRONT DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
18
Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
22
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON MIDDLE DOOR OF 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SINKS, PREP TABLES, SLICER, FRYERS, SURFACES UNDER GRILL, ROLLING CARTS, HOLDING UNITS, BBQ PIT, ETC.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, BEHIND REACH-IN COOLER AND FREEZER, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD, LIGHT SHIELDS AND ALL CEILING VENTS IN PREP AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHR SHIELD BEHIND FRONT COUNTER.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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61
Jan 12, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE UTILITY SINK UNCLEAN; CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE UTILITY SINK.
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95
Dec 13, 2016
Complaint
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM MARCH 17, 2016 AS REQUIRED AND DESCRIBED: #32 MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT THE SODA MACHINE IN THE DINING AREA. LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT SOME REFRIGERATION UNIT AND FREEZER DOORS, REPLACE GASKETS WHERE NEEDED. #33 MUST CLEAN AND MAINAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACE OF FRYERS AND GRILL, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES ETC. TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. #34 FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #35 MUST REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AND WASHROOM, REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED AND DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA. #41 CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP BUCKET AND INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF WET MOPS. #45 INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICES MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE UTILITY SINK UNCLEAN; CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE UTILITY SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
41
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: BUMPED UP TO A SERIOUS.
45
64
Mar 17, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT THE SODA MACHINE IN THE DINING AREA. LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT SOME REFRIGERATION UNIT AND FREEZER DOORS; REPLACE GASKETS WHERE NEEDED.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR BOTTOM FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND GRILL, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES ETC. TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AND WASHROOM, REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE WHERE NEEDED AND DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTS IN DINING AREA.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF MOP BUCKET AND INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF WET MOPS.
41
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 CERTIFICATE.
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74
Mar 23, 2015
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: SPRAY BOTTLES NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
32
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMERER IN FACILITY, INSRUCTED TO OBTAIN.
40
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
42
82
Oct 21, 2014
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE TWO DOOR REFRIGERATOR ARE LOOSE; REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, DUST AND FOOD PARTICLES. THE ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AND DRAIN AT THE SODA MACHINE IN THE DINING AREA NEED CLEANING; CLEAN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME DUST ON THE VENTILATION FAN ON THE CEILING OF THE WASHROOM; CLEAN VENT FAN. OBSERVED HEAVY DUST ON THE CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL VENTS. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS AND SHELVES.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOPS AND BROOMS ON FLOOR IN REAR OF KITCHEN; RECOMMENDED INSTALLING A MOP RACK BY THE UTILITY SINK OR IN THE AREA OF THE UTILITY SINK TO HANG BROOMS AND WET MOPS.
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78
Feb 13, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT THREE DOOR COOLER WHERE NEEDED.
32
95
Feb 10, 2014
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM FEB. 3, 2014 (REPORT #1395907) AS INSTRUCTED. #18: PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK UNAVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT THIS TIME. MANAGER ON DUTY STATES THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT REINSPECTION WITH ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION INSIDE. BOTH FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS HAVE A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM CAUSING DOORS NOT TO BE COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED. MUST REPAIR DOORS; ADVISED TO ALSO PROVIDE A THRESH HOLD AT BOTH DOORS FOR A TIGHTER FIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090 ISSUED.
14
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: UPGRADED TO CRITICAL VIOLATION #14.
18
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT FROM JAN. 3, 2014 NOT POSTED AS INSTRUCTED; MUST POST CURRENT SUMMARY REPORTS AS INSTRUCTED FROM INSPECTION ONCE ISSUED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010 (B)
28
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE CONTAINER.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT THREE DOOR COOLER WHERE NEEDED.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SLICER AT PREP TABLE, CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, CLEAN ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT SODA MACHINE IN DINING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. FLOOR AROUND TOILET IN POOR REPAIR; REPAIR FLOOR AROUND TOILET.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN KITCHEN AND WASHROOM.
35
67
Feb 3, 2014
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK UNAVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT THIS TIME. MANAGER ON DUTY STATES THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT REINSPECTION WITH ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION INSIDE. BOTH FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS HAVE A 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM CAUSING DOORS NOT TO BE COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED. MUST REPAIR DOORS; ADVISED TO ALSO PROVIDE A THRESH HOLD AT BOTH DOORS FOR A TIGHTER FIT. SERIOUS VIOLATION/CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE CONTAINER.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT THREE DOOR COOLER WHERE NEEDED.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SLICER AT PREP TABLE, CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, CLEAN ICE DISPENSER CHUTE AT SODA MACHINE IN DINING AREA AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE EXCESSIVE DUST FROM CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AND WASHROOM.
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74
Dec 5, 2013
Complaint
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN THE REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILES IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN OR DAMAGED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
35
90
Oct 7, 2013
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN THE REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILES IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN OR DAMAGED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
35
90
Sep 30, 2013
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 2/25/2013 REPT#1227767 INSP#389 #38 DRAIN FROM FOUNTAIN SODA MACHINE MUST DRAIN TO OPEN DRAIN SITE. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN THE REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CEILING TILES IN NEED OF REPLACING WHERE WORN OR DAMAGED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Mar 6, 2013
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED LOCATION. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING, WORN, DISCOLORED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL AT MOP SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DRAIN FROM FOUNTAIN SODA MACHINE MUST DRAIN TO OPEN DRAIN SITE. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER MUST BE REMOVED AND OR ORGANIZED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 25, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE CONTAINER OPEN AND EXPOSED LID CRACKED, GREASE RECEPTICLE ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. GARBAGE LID MUST BE REPLACED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED. OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: 3rd COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK STOPPED UP. WATER NOT ABLE TO DRAIN. OTHER 2 COMPARTMENTS ARE FUNCTIONING. MANAGER STATES PLUMBER ON THE WAY. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING MINORS NOT CORRECTED FROM 2/6/2012 INSP#386 REPT#673306 #33 CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, GRILL, STOVE TOP. #34 FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE. #35 CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS (DUST BUILD UP) REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES (SMOKE BUILD UP) CLEAN AND PAINT WALLS UNDER FRONT COUNTER NEAR CHARCOAL, BEHIND EQUIPMENT, SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, UTILITY SINK. #36 MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS, REPLACE MISSING LIGHTS. #38 REPAIR LEAKING PIPE UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. #41 REMOVE HAZARDOUS MATERIALS FROM FOOD AREA. #43 WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE STORED IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION. ALL VIOLATIONS MUST BE CORRECTED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED LOCATION. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING, WORN, DISCOLORED. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL AT MOP SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DRAIN FROM FOUNTAIN SODA MACHINE MUST DRAIN TO OPEN DRAIN SITE. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER MUST BE REMOVED AND OR ORGANIZED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Feb 6, 2012
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INVERT ALL CONTAINERS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, GRILL, STOVE, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS (DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES (SMOKE BUILDUP). CLEAN AND PAINT WALLS UNDER FRONT COUNTER, NEAR CHARCOAL, BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS, UTILITY SINK, ETC. REMOVE EQUIPMENT, SHELVING, ETC AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AND CLEAN SOILED LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. REPLACE LIGHT BULBS ABOVE FRONT COUNTER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK. REPAIR SINK IN WASHROOM(SLOW DRAINING).
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. REMOVE DETERGENT, BATHROOM CLEANER, LIGHTER FLUID, PAINT, ETC FROM FOOD ON STORAGE SHELVES. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Jun 2, 2011
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. FOUND NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED IE. TURKEY BURGERS, JERK CHICKEN, BEEF, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING HANDLED AND SERVED AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS 7-38-012 ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL READY TO EAT, PACKAGED INDIVIDUAL CONTAINERS OF SPAGHETTI INSIDE REFRIGERATOR.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR GASKET INSIDE REFRIGERATOR AND REPAIR SCREEN DOOR AT REAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: SIDES AND INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYERS, TOP OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, INTERIOR OF FREEZERS, UNDER, AROUND METAL STORAGE RACKS AT REAR, UTILITY SINK, FAN GUARDS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS, AND INTERIOR OF SMOKER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN OVERHEAD CEILING VENTS ABOVE PREP AREA, WALLS, CEILING SECTIONS THROUGHOUT TO REMOVE DUST BUILDUP/STAINS, REMOVE YELLOW STAINS AT UPPER WALLS NEXT TO VENTILATION HOOD, REPLACE WATER DAMAGED CEILING PANELS ABOVE PREP AREA, CLEAN VENT IN STAFF TOILET ROOM TO REMOVE DUST, CLEAN WIRES AND CONDUITS AT WALL/CEILING AT FRONT SERVICE AREA, SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS AT CEILING AS NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE CLEANING EQUIPMENT SEPARATE AND AWAY FROM FOOD STORAGE ITEMS, INVERT MOP HEADS, ORGANIZE CLUTTERED STORAGE AREA AT REAR.
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Feb 3, 2010
No Entry
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Just Turkey last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Just Turkey on file is from Nov 3, 2025. The public record contains 38 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Just Turkey?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 19 times, more than any other issue at Just Turkey.

Has Just Turkey's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Just Turkey have averaged around three violations per visit, down from roughly nine earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Just Turkey 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 Just Turkey inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Just Turkey is inspected around two times per year on average.