Las Islas Marias
Last inspected: Jul 25, 2025
78
Score
Public records show 28 inspections at Las Islas Marias stretching back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 25, 2025. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near seven violations per visit across recent inspections.
“Insects, rodents, & animals not present” comes up most often, recorded 14 times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Las Islas Marias trails the local norm. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
28
Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 25, 2025
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E): INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM/LIME, AND SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-307.11: BOWLS FULLY SUBMERGED IN FOOD CONTAINERS AND BEING USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTD TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS (EX, WITH HANDLES)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E): CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13: MISSING COVING FOR WALLS IN VARIOUS AREAS IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER COVING FOR WALL/FLOOR AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE STANDING WATER NOTED ON FLOOR IN FURNACE/AIR CONDITIONING ROOM. INSTD TO MAINTAIN FLOOR CLEAN AND DRY
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Jul 14, 2025
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT ANY HANDWASH SINKS (IN PREP AREAS AND TOILET ROOMS). INSTD TO PROVIDE AND HAVE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED AT ALL HANDWASH SINKS BY END OF INSPECTION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MISSING DISCLOSURE FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY ON MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS (OYSTERS, SHRIMP, CEVICHE, ETC) THAT ARE RAW,OR CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW, AND ADD A REMINDER ON THE MENU THAT READS: *THESE ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A) PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH CALCIUM/LIME, AND SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME
16
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: BOWLS FULLY SUBMERGED IN FOOD CONTAINERS AND BEING USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTD TO REMOVE AND USE PROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS (EX, WITH HANDLES)
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FAUCET AT BAR HANDWASH SINK LEAKING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN,
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MISSING COVING FOR WALLS IN VARIOUS AREAS IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER COVING FOR WALL/FLOOR AND MAINTAIN
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Aug 2, 2024
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAK AT THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN UPSTAIRS BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED EXTERIOR DOOR WITH 1/4 GAP AROUND SIDE AND AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-904.11 OBSERVED NAPKINS STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA UNCOVERED NEAR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS IN PROTECTED AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF FOOD RESIDUE AND SPILLAGE ON THE INTERIOR OF COLD HOLD UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED DEEP BROKEN AREAS IN THE FLOOR IN THE REAR BAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR THE FLOOR TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEAN.
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Jul 30, 2024
Reinspection
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13 (B:3) OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2597841 NOT CORRECTED; #16-INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON PANEL. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISPOSE OF ALL ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE. #60-OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2578802 NOT CORRECTED; #39- FOOD IMPROPERLY STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE BAR AREA AND THE FREEZER. INSTD TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. #47-CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES. #51-: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES SO THAT THEY MAY BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED (SHRIMP, RICE). PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED EXTERIOR DOOR WITH 1/4 GAP AROUND SIDE AND AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-904.11 OBSERVED NAPKINS STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA UNCOVERED NEAR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS IN PROTECTED AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF FOOD RESIDUE AND SPILLAGE ON THE INTERIOR OF COLD HOLD UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED LEAK AT THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN UPSTAIRS BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMEN'S RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED DEEP BROKEN AREAS IN THE FLOOR IN THE REAR BAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR THE FLOOR TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEAN.
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Jul 22, 2024
Routine
4 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 11 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISPLAY A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE AS WELL AS HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TCS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2578802 NOT CORRECTED; #39- FOOD IMPROPERLY STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE BAR AREA AND IN WALK THE FREEZER. INSTD TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. #47-CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD-FREE OR LEAD-SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON-SITE OR REMOVED FROM PREMISES. #51-: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES SO THAT THEY MAY BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINKS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS INACCESSIBLE. HANDSINK BASINS IN PREP AREAS BLOCKED BY TRASH BINS FILLED WITH CARDBOARD AND DISHES. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN ACCESSIBILITY OF HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON PANEL. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISPOSE OF ALL ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VERIFIABLE FOOD SERVICE MANAGER TRAINING.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXTERIOR DOOR WITH 1/4 GAP AROUND SIDE AND AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NAPKINS STORED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA UNCOVERED NEAR THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ITEMS IN PROTECTED AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF FOOD RESIDUE AND SPILLAGE ON THE INTERIOR OF COLD HOLD UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK AT THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK IN UPSTAIRS BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEEP BROKEN AREAS IN THE FLOOR IN THE REAR BAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR THE FLOOR TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEAN.
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Jul 19, 2023
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12: MISSING LABELS ON SPICE STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11: FOOD IMPROPERLY STORED ON FLOOR IN BAR AREA AND IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTD TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E): CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE SO THAT IT MAY BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED
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Jul 10, 2023
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OVER 30 LIVE FLIES NOTED ON BASEMENT WALLS, CEILING AND STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE UPDATED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASH CLEANSER AT HANDWASH SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WHERE FOOD HANDLER ACTIVELY PREPARING FOOD. ALSO NO HANDWASH CLEANSER AT HANDWASH SINK IN BASEMENT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C) PRIORITY FOUNDATION. HANDWASH CLEANSER PROVIDED AT HANDWASH SINKS DURING INSPECTION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HANDWASH SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA NOT ACCESSBILE, EQUIPMENT IN FRONT OF HANDSINK. INSTD TO HAVE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ABOVE. EQUIPMENT WAS MOVED AND HANDWASH SINK ACCESSIBLE DURING INSPECTION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASH SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WHERE FOOD HANDLER ACTIVELY PREPARING FOOD. ALSO NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASH SINK IN BASEMENT EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED. HAND DRYING PROVISION (PAPER TOWELS) PROVIDED AT HANDWASH SINKS DURING INSPECTION
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CERAMIC/CLAY DRINKING CUPS AND BOWLS ON SITE. INSTD TO ENSURE CUPS ARE LEAD FREE OR LEAD SAFE LEVELS AND MAINTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF SUCH ON SITE; OR REMOVE FROM PREMISES
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE AT ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO BE ABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE SO THAT IT MAY BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MISSING LABELS ON SPICE STORAGE CONTAINERS. INSTD TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: FOOD IMPROPERLY STORED ON FLOOR IN BAR AREA AND IN WALK IN FREEZER. INSTD TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 28, 2022
Routine
1 major violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 7/21/21, REPORT #2523015: MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING VERIFICATION FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT THE ABOVE VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNS AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS, MAINTAIN.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 1/4" GAP IN THE MIDDLE OF BOTH FRONT DOUBLE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN SANITIZER SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CUP USED AS SCOOP INSIDE DRY GOOD STORAGE BIN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO USE UTENSIL WITH A HANDLE AND STORE PROPERLY.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT DISHES DURING STORAGE, MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND COOKED RICE IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAG INSIDE HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS/CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: FOUND TORN GASKET ON DOOR OF WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND ACCUMULATED ICE ON FLOOR OF WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: FOUND LEAK FROM SOUTHEAST WALL IN BASEMENT, AND LEAK AT PIPE OF BASEMENT PREP HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN BOTH.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S AND STAFF RESTROOMS, MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF REPAIR: BROKEN WALL TILES NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. MISSING FLOOR TILES IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. BROKEN LIDS ON BULK CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL OF THE ABOVE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING: FLOOR DRAIN NEAR 3-COMPARMENT SINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. MINOR CLEANING OF INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE. MAINTAIN BOTH OF THE ABOVE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR OF BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN FOR EASE OF CLEANING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO CURRENT ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE VERIFICATION.
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Jul 21, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-203.12: MISSING DATE ON SHELLFISH TAGS WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK IS SOLD OR SERVED. INSTD TO RECORD SUCH DATE ON TAG AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12(B) -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR CEVICHE IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING VERIFICATION FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 14, 2021
Routine
5 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HANDWASH CLEANSER (SOAP) AT HANDSINK IN PREP/WAREWASHING AREA. CITATION ISSUED PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASH SINKS 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA, BASEMENT PREP AREA AND IN EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTD TO PROVIDE AT ALL TI,ES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: HANDWASH SINK IN PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE , BAG OF FRIES IN BASIN OF SINK. INSTD TO KEEP BASIN CLEAN AT ALL TIMES AND SINK IS TO BE USED FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) SEE ABOVE FOR VIOLATION
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: MISSING DATE ON SHELLFISH TAGS WHEN THE LAST SHELLSTOCK IS SOLD OR SERVED. INSTD TO RECORD SUCH DATE ON TAG AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON PANEL. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTD TO DISPOSE OF ALL ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12(B) 3-402.12B -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATING THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR CEVICHE IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: RUSTY SURFACES ON ALL BOTTOM SHELVING OF TABLES IN PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN SURFACES.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MISSING PROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, USING PLASTIC WRAP. INSTD TO OBTAIN PROPER STOPPERS AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MISSING FOOD HANDLER TRAINING VERIFICATION FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 28, 2020
Complaint
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FRONT HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE: OBSERVED A TUB OF WRAPPED SLICE LIMES AND PIECES OF CUT UP CARDBOARD INSIDE THE SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ITEM SO EMPLOYEE'S COULD PROPERLY WASH THEIR HANDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-030(C).
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING AROUND THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPER STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN ALL PREP TABLE, COUNTER TOP, STORAGE SHELVING, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZER TO REMOVE SPILL AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GREASE TRAP UNDER THE 3 COMP SINK ON THE 1st FLOOR VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING THROUGH PREP AREAS AND STORAGE AREAS TO REMOVE SPILLS,DEBRIS AND GREASE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKY PIPES DRIPPING ONTO THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RESEAL AND KEEP FLOORS DRY AS POSSIBLE TO PREVENT BREEDING PLACE FOR PEST.
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Aug 26, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 7 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT GREASE TRAP LEAKING FROM THE LID PROFUSELY ALL OVER THE FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GREASE TRAP. MANAGER CLEANED THE GREASE TRAP AND NOW IS WORKING, NOT LEAKING. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CLEAN UP PROCEDURES AND A KIT BUT THE KIT IS MISSING A DISINFECTANT RATED FOR NOROVIRUS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE DISCLOSURE ASTERISK BUT MISSING THE FOOTNOTE (RAW OYSTERS),( RAW FISH) FOR THE MENU MANAGEMENT HAS A REMINDER ON MENUS REMINDED TO ADD THE FOOTNOTE, BY USING BROCHURES, MENU ADVISORIES, LABLE STATEMENT, TABLE TENTS PLACARDS OR OTHER EFFECTIVE WRITTEN MEANS.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FISH IMPROPER THAWING IN REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE FISH FROM THE REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGE WHEN FROZEN THEN PLACE ON A TRAY IN THE COOLER TO THAW.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLEAN POTS, DISHES, UTENSILS STORED UNDER BASEMENT SEWER DRAINLINES THAT ARE NOT SHIELDED TO INTERCEPT POTENTIAL DRIPS, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DON'T STORE UTENSILS UNDER THESE SEWER DRAIN LINES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST, AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA NOT SEALED, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL,TILE ETC.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE BASEMENT CEILING, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/RESEAL, AND OBSERVED TWO HOLES IN THE CEILING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Oct 18, 2018
Reinspection
5 major violations. 2 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-204.11(A) NO HANDSINK NOTED IN IMMEDIATE PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDSINK IN SAME AREA WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3.501.17(A) VARIETY OF FOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED, DATED (COOKED RICE, CEVICHE, ETC.) FOOD PREPARED AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DAY OR DATE BY WHICH FOOD SHALL BE SOLD OR DISCARDED FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12B -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATIN THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR CEVICHE IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367. NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE VERIFICATION.
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Oct 10, 2018
Routine
7 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(N) NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN PLACE. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-204.11(A) NO HANDSINK NOTED IN IMMEDIATE PREP AREA. INSTD TO PROVIDE HANDSINK IN SAME AREA WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3.501.17(A) VARIETY OF FOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED, DATED (COOKED RICE, CEVICHE, ETC.) FOOD PREPARED AND HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DAY OR DATE BY WHICH FOOD SHALL BE SOLD OR DISCARDED FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 NO DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OVER 15 LIVE SMALL FLIES NOTED ON BASEMENT WALLS, CEILING AND CONTAINERS. INSTD TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE UPDATED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-301.12(A) 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT MAINTAINED, DRAIN PIPE UNDERNEATH LEAKING PROFUSELY. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINAIN FREE OF LEAKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: 3-402.12B -NO WRITTEN AGREEMENT OR STATEMENT FROM THE SUPPLIER STATIN THE FISH SUPPLIED FOR CEVICHE IS FROZEN TO REQUIRED TIME AND TEMPERATURE. INSTD TO PROVIDE SAME AND MAINTAIN
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12(C) DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTD TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367. NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND PROVIDE VERIFICATION.
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Oct 13, 2017
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVE IN THE 1ST. FLOOR DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 1ST. FLOOR 8 BURNER STOVE NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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90
Sep 7, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BLACK PINK, AND YELLOW COLOR SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR LID OF THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE.THE FOOD(ICE IS NOT PROTECTED), INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE AND NOT TO USE THE ICE MACHINE UNIT IS PROPERLY CLEANED AND SANITIZED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVE IN THE 1ST. FLOOR DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT #10 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO CLEAN 1ST. FLOOR 8 BURNER STOVE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BASEMENT CEILING IN POOR REPAIR OVER PREP TABLE, AND OVER BASEMENT STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.ALSO CLEAN WALL BEHIND BASEMENT PREP TABLE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT NOZZLE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK BEING HELD TOGETHER WITH TOWEL, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE NOZZLE.
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78
Dec 29, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE DAMAGED LID FOR THE DRY STORAGE CONTAINER IN THE BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE DAMAGED PLASTER WALL AND BROKEN WALL TILES BEHIND THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS NEAR THE DISHWASH AREA. SCRAPE AND REPAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT ON THE CEILING ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL END CAPS ON THE LIGHT FIXTURE ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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86
Sep 26, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A STYROFOAM CUP USED AS A SCOOP FOR THE SOUP IN THE PREP COOLER. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAGS USED TO COVER EMPANADAS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE MATERIALS AND UTENSILS.
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Aug 26, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 44.5F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS FISH AND EGGS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 40F. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. OBSERVED FISH AT 46.7F, MILK AT 44.5F, EGGS AT 45.4F, AND SOUR CREAM AT 45.3F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 40# OF FOOD WORTH $40. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: SINGLE USE PLASTIC SPOONS AND FORKS BEHIND THE COUNTER MUST BE STORED WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BY HANDS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A STYROFOAM CUP USED AS A SCOOP FOR THE SOUP IN THE PREP COOLER. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES USED TO STORE BREAD AND SHRIMP IN THE 2 DOOR FREEZER. OBSERVED PLASTIC BAGS USED TO COVER EMPANADAS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE MATERIALS AND UTENSILS. THE WIRE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER ARE RUSTED. MUST SCRAPE AND REPAINT RUSTED SURFACES OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELDS ARE NEEDED FOR BOTH LIGHT FIXTURES IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST INSTALL.
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74
Dec 10, 2015
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CRACKED DRY STORAGE LIDS. REPLACE SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. PROVIDE SAME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER UNDER BASEMENT STAIRWELL. INSTD TO REMOVE CLUTTER AND CLEAN.
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86
Dec 3, 2015
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE WITH EXCESSIVE BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE. INSTD TO REMOVE AND DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE PRIOR TO USING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A SERIOUS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MULTI USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY (INVERTED).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CRACKED DRY STORAGE LIDS. REPLACE SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL IN POOR REPAIR INBETWEEN PREP AREA AND DISHMACHINE AREA 1ST FLOOR. REPAIR SAME SO AS TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. PROVIDE SAME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER UNDER BASEMENT STAIRWELL. INSTD TO REMOVE CLUTTER AND CLEAN.
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74
Aug 18, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD IN BASEMENT IN POOR REPAIR, PITTED, DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INTSD TO REPLACE SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, INCLUDING LEGS, WHEELS, ATTACHED PIPING OF ALL EQUIPEMENT, EXTERIOR OF DRY STORAGE BINS, CAN OPENER, INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS/FREEZERS INCLUDING DOORS AND RUBBER GASKETS, STORAGE SHELVES, AND BASINS OF SINKS. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: HOLE IN WALL BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK 1ST FLOOR. REPAIR SAME. CLEAN WALLS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. INTERIOR OF HOOD AND FILTER WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SPLASHGUARDS NEEDED AT BOTH SIDES OF EXPOSED HANDSINK IN BAR AREA THAT IS INBETWEEN PREP TABLE AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. NO GREASE TRAP AT BASEMENT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE SAME.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS. PROVIDE SAME.
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78
Jul 11, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY TABLE STORAGE SHELF, IN BASEMENT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST. ALSO REMOVE RUST FROM WALL VENT IN 1ST. FLOOR PREP/DISH AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STORAGE SHELF ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK 1ST FLOOR NOT CLEAN/GREASY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN STOVE TOP.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT REAR STORAGE AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.(DRY MOP), ALSO 1ST. FLOOR DISH AREA REMOVE STANDING WATER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON BASEMENT CEILING, AND 1ST FLOOR CEILING ABOVE HOOD, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RE-PAINT.ALSO CLEAN CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS.
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82
Aug 15, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: POOR HYGENIC PRACTICES OBSERVED BY FOOD HANDLERS, EATING CHICKEN & RICE, AND DRINKING BEVERAGES ON PREP TABLE IN MAIN PREP AREA. FOOD HANDLERS PLATES OF FOOD AND DRINKS STORED ON TABLE. MGR STATES EMPLOYEES EAT IN PREP AREA WHEN BUSY. INSTD MGR EATING OR DRINKING IN PREP AREAS NOT ALLOWED AND MUST EAT/DRINK IN DESIGNATED AREA NOT USED FOR PREPPING/OR WASHING OF UTENSILS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010A (CRITICAL)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: READY TO EAT GELATINS IN CASE NOT LABELED OR DATED. INSTD TO PROPERLY LABEL.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. PLATES ON DINING TABLES AND EATING UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE HANDLE UP AND PLACE PLATE SETTINGS AS CUSTOMERS ARE SEATED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS THRU-OUT ALL PREP AREAS STAINED, WITH DEEP, DARK GROOVES. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME. CRACKED/CHIPPED PLATES ON SITE. INSTD TO REPLACE SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS/GREASE BUILD-UP: INTERIOR BOTTOM CABINETS OF FRYERS, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER GRILL, ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS THRU-OUT INCLUDING DOORS, RUBBER GASKETS, ALL SINKS AND FAUCET HANDLES. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS BEHIND COOKING LINE WITH HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME. WOMENS TOILET ROOM CEILING NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: IMPROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS BEING USED AND ALSO STORED IN PRODUCT. INSTD TO USE APPROVED UTENSILS AND STORE PROPERLY WHEN NOT IN USE (NOT IN FOOD).
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Dec 31, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND RUSTY FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN THE BASEMENT AND ABOVE THE 2-COMPARTMENT AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON THE 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND PAINT WITH NON TOXIC PAINT.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE BAR AREA DRINK MACHINE AND NOZZLES AND UNDERNEATH THE PREP TABLE AND LEGS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS HAS GREASE BUILDUP. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST FROM BASEMENT BATHROOM VENT FAN. FOUND EXHAUST FAN LOWERS IN KITCHEN NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN THE CEILING IN THE BASEMENT FOOD STORE ROOM IT HAS DIRT BUILDUP ON IT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES SOME ARE DUSTY. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE THE FAUCET AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BARS PREP AREA SPRAYING WATER ALL OVER WHEN TURNED ON.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE. LIQUOR STORAGE AREA ELEVATE ARTICLES.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR COOKS.
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70
Jan 17, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. LABEL THE LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS BEANS, RICE ECT.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. FOUND RUSTY FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT WITH NON TOXIC PAINT.
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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 THE HOODS AND FILTERS IN BOTH PREP AREAS, COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FRYERS AND CABINETS UNDERNEATH HAS GREASE BUILDUP. ALSO CLEAN THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT.
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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. CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREAS HAS GREASE BUILDUP. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES SOME ARE DUSTY.
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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. CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
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74
Mar 23, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER OF TILAPIA FISH AT IMPROPER STORAGE TEMPERATURE OF 73.1F IN WALK-IN COOLER. NO TEMPERATURE LOGS ON SITE. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE OF COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW. FISH DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 20LBS $150.00 VALUE.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARD IN BAR AREA IN POOR REPAIR, OPEN SEAMS, DEEP, DARK GROOVES. REPLACE SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND WIRE STORAGE RACKS NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: VENT COVER ON WALL IN BAR AREA IN POOR REPAIR. INSTD TO HAVE TIGHTLY FITTING TO WALL. VENTS AND LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Sep 23, 2010
Routine
15 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF FRESH OYSTERS AT 69.9 F-75.1 F PLATED IN A LARGE PLASTIC BUSS PAN ON PREP TABLE ,CEVICHE 47.9 F-48.5 F IN A LARGE BUSS PAN.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS VOLUNTARILY DUMPED & DENATURED. APPX 10 LBS $30.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.OBSERVED HAND SINK IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE TO WHERE A CUTTING BOARD AND 3 CLEAR PLASTIC CONTAINERS WITH FOOD STORED INSIDE SITTING ON TOP OF HAND SINK & NO PAPER TOWEL AT SAME.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AND PROVIDE TOWELS AT SINKS AT ALL TIMES.
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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.BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MUST STORE MULTI USE UTENSILS PROPERLY.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER,PREP TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON PREP COOLER,UPRIGHT COOLER ON 1ST FL.,MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID,MISSING VENTILATION COVER IN STAFF TOILET ROOM.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS.
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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.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,DEEP FRYERS,OVER HEAD RACKS,PIPES OF EQUIPMENT,GLASS COOLER IN BAR AREA,VENTILATION VENT IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT.MUST KEEP FLOOR DRY IN BASEMENT.
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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.MUST CLEAN WALLS IN ALL PREP & BAR AREAS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED WALL TILES IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,OVER 2 & 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ON 1ST FL.DAMAGED WALL LEADING TO BASEMENT,CEILING IN BASEMENT OVER PREP TABLES,DAMAGED WALLS IN BOTH PREP AREAS,STAINED CEILING TILES IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM,WORN DOOR SWEEP ON REAR SCREEN DOOR.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA & STAFF TOILET ROOM.
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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.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS & END CAPS ON LIGHTS IN 1ST FL. PREP & DISH WASHING AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MUST PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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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.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP ON COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK & HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.MUST PROVIDE A EXTENSION ON DRAIN LINES OF EQUIPMENT TO A OPEN SITE FLOOR DRAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS & PROBE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.LIQUOR STORAGE AREA ELEVATE ARTICLES.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Las Islas Marias last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Las Islas Marias on file is from Jul 25, 2025. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Las Islas Marias?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at Las Islas Marias.
Has Las Islas Marias' inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Las Islas Marias have averaged around seven violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Las Islas Marias 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 Las Islas Marias inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Las Islas Marias is inspected around two times per year on average.
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