When was Mariscos Las Islitas last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mariscos Las Islitas on file is from Nov 6, 2025. The public record contains 36 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mariscos Las Islitas?

Across the inspection record, “approved thawing methods used” has been cited 22 times, more than any other issue at Mariscos Las Islitas.

Has Mariscos Las Islitas' inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Mariscos Las Islitas have averaged around zero violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mariscos Las Islitas 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 Mariscos Las Islitas inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Mariscos Las Islitas is inspected around three times per year on average.

Mariscos Las Islitas Health Inspection Score & History — Chicago, IL

Sep 13, 2023

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.

View 12 violations

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: OBSERVED CEVICHE (53.3F) AND RAW SHRIMP (48.9F) STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN PREP COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMAELY 20 LBS AND $50 OF PRODUCT. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

22

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS, CHEMICAL PPM 0. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE AND MAINTAIN FINAL RINSE AT 100 PPM. DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED

16

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

5

Previous core violation corrected

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2534865 ON 10-18-21:53-OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 55-OBSERVED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE CEILING TILE, MISSING AND DAMAGE CEILING TILES THROUGH OUT. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE PREP COOLER. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AS NEEDED.58-INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED

60

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.

10

Approved thawing methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED SHRIMP THAWING IN STANDING WATER INSIDE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY THAW UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER, REFRIGERATION OR PART OF COOKING PROCESS

35

Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVER FOR ICE BIN IN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

39

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVING UNITS IN WALK-IN COOLER AND BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKET ON DRAWER COOLER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

47

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET ON LEFT SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM. OBSERVED FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE FAUCETS AND MAINTAIN.

51

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING GROUT ON FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES AS NEEDED.

55

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND DEAD INSECTS ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE ARES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

55

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER INSIDE SINKS IN WAIT STATION AND BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND MAINTAIN PREMISES.

55

41

Oct 18, 2021

Reinspection

1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO PROCEDURE OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

5

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON PREP TABLES AND COUNTER TOPS. INTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

41

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE DISH WASHING MACHINE AND A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE HOT WATER KNOB IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

51

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

53

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE CEILING TILE, MISSING AND DAMAGE CEILING TILES THROUGH OUT. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE PREP COOLER. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AS NEEDED.

55

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: NSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.

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70

Oct 8, 2021

Routine

3 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY/ SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC, SUCH AS SEA FOODS INSTRUCTED ALWAYS TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL WHILE THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

2

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: PREMISES HAS NO PROCEDURE OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

5

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 25 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERD ON THE DRY STORAGE CANTAINER AND FLOOR IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA, 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AROUND THE HOT WATER TANK. MUST REMOVE AND DETAIL CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020(A).

38

Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.

1

Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES LAYING ON PREP TABLES AND COUNTER TOPS. INTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHES IN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.

41

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, STORAGE SHELVING, PREP TABLES, INTERIOR OF COOLER TO REMOVE DEBRIS,SPILL AND/OR GREASE.

49

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH THE DISH WASHING MACHINE AND A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE HOT WATER KNOB IN THE WOMEN WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINATIN.

51

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

53

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLES AND OPENING INTO THE CEILING TILE, MISSING AND DAMAGE CEILING TILES THROUGH OUT. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE PREP COOLER. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AS NEEDED.

55

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.

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52

Nov 9, 2020

Reinspection

3 major violations. 5 minor violations.

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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Inspector notes: 2-102.14 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE IS WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST POSSESS THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (SHRIMP) ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED ALWAYS TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

2

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

5

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED HAND WASHING SIGNS ARE NEEDED AT ALL OF THE HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

10

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL AND INSIDE OF THE FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

49

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

53

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE UTILITY SINK AND A HOLE AT THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL. 6-501.114 OBSERVED DIRTY DISHES BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EVERY THING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

55

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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Nov 2, 2020

Routine

6 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

Inspector notes: 2-102.14 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE ON SITE IS WITHOUT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL PERSONS IN CHARGE MUST POSSESS THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (SHRIMP) ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES THE FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.

2

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.

5

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: 6-301.12 OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAINTAIN A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. EMPLOYEE PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).

10

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE RODENT ACTIVITY LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED AT THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS AROUND THE UTILITY SINK, ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS AROUND THE HOT WATER HEATER AND ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

38

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: 5-501.15 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS ON THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER LID. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).

54

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS THRU OUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL.

55

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED DIRTY DISHES BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO STORE EVERY THING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.

55

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

58

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED HAND WASHING SIGNS ARE NEEDED AT ALL OF THE HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

10

Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD, GREASE AND DIRT DEBRIS UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL AND INSIDE OF THE FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

49

Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

53

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE CEILING ABOVE THE UTILITY SINK AND A HOLE AT THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE ALL SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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39

Mar 27, 2019

Reinspection

1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Previous core violation corrected

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT# 2243879 DATE 12/27/2018. #58, ALSO FROM REPORT #2279673 DATE 3/19/2019 #58. NO IDPH FOOD ALERGEN CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANAGERS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 REPEAT.

60

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNSEALED CERAMIC DRINKING CUPS(8) AT BAR AREA, ALSO OBSERVED (9) SMAL BOWLS WITH OUT WORDS ON THE BOTTOM, INSTRUCTED TMANAGER TO REMOVE. NEED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CUPS, AND BOWLS.

47

All food employees have food handler training

Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL FOODHANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

57

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60

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78

Mar 19, 2019

Complaint

4 major violations. 3 minor violations.

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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES (ONLY ZEROX VOID COPIES) WHEN PREMISES IS COOKING FISH, ANS SERVING RAW OYSTERS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012, CITATION ISSUED.

2

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 7-38-005. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED.

5

Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE MENS RESTROOM FRONT HAND SINK AT 50.*F WATER, AND IN THE LADIES RESTROOM 91.7*F, AND 115.3*F WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TEMPERATURE MUST BE 100*F, IN THE MIXING VALUE OR COMBINATION FACUET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(c), CITATION ISSUED.

10

Previous core violation corrected

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT # 2243879 12/27/2018.#58 PA 100-0367 NO IDPH FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION. MUST PROVIDE, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090.

60

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNSEALED CERAMIC DRINKING CUPS(8) AT BAR AREA, ALSO OBSERVED (9) SMALL BOWLS WITH OUT THE WORDS ON THE BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE NEED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CUPS, AND BOWLS.

47

All food employees have food handler training

Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

57

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION 60 REPEAT.

58

Dec 27, 2018

Reinspection

4 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM, OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

3

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

5

Proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON RTE & TCS FOODS PREPARED ONSITE AND HELD OVER 24 HRS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUME BY DATES ON FOOD AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

23

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS ON SITE TO MEASURE FOOD ACCURACY ON HOT & COLD FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN CALIBRATION AND ACCESSIBILITY . PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

36

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LABELS ON FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO USE COMMON FOOD NAMES AND MAINTAIN.

37

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON 3-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

47

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

51

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

55

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR/REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

55

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION FOR KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

56

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE TRAINING AND KEEP THE CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

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47

Dec 18, 2018

Routine

2 critical violations. 6 major violations. 7 minor violations.

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Food separated and protected

Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW FISH STORED OVER SALAD AND RAW SHRIMP STORED OVER COOKED SOUP IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO CORRECTLY STORE TCS AND RTE FOODS IN COOLER AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

15

Proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 LBS OF HOMEMADE SALSA STORED ON A PREP TABLE IN THE PREP AREA, 56F, VALUED AT $20. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED THE FOOD, INSTRUCTED TO HOLD TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

Inspector notes: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ONSITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THE CITY'S HEALTH FORM, OR SIMILAR DOCUMENTS USED TO DEMONSTRATE COMPLIANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

3

Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

Inspector notes: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES ON SITE FOR VOMITING OR DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT AND POST PROCEDURES FOR EMPLOYEES TO FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

5

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A PINK SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE PREP AREA. SUBSTANCE LIKELY TO CONTAMINATE ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECT AREAS OF THE MACHINE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

16

Proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS ON RTE & TCS FOODS PREPARED ONSITE AND HELD OVER 24 HRS IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUME BY DATES ON FOOD AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

23

Thermometers provided & accurate

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS ON SITE TO MEASURE FOOD ACCURACY ON HOT & COLD FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS AND MAINTAIN CALIBRATION AND ACCESSIBILITY . PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.

36

Insects, rodents, & animals not present

Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 RODENT DROPPINGS IN SMALL STORAGE CLOSET LOCATED IN CUSTOMER SEATING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREA, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

38

Food properly labeled; original container

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LABELS ON FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM ORIGINAL PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO USE COMMON FOOD NAMES AND MAINTAIN.

37

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM STORAGE RACKS IN WALK IN COOLER, SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. REPAIR BROKEN DOOR GASKET ON 3-DOOR REACH IN FREEZER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

47

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3-COMP SINK, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

51

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND BEHIND BAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

55

Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR/REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

55

Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATION FOR KITCHEN HOOD AND FILTERS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.

56

Allergen training as required

Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE THE TRAINING AND KEEP THE CERTIFICATE ON SITE.

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Dec 20, 2017

Reinspection

No violations found.

100

Dec 18, 2017

Reinspection

5 minor violations.

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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CRITICAL VIOLATION FROM REPORT#2129228 12/14/17 NOT CORRECTED #14-STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES , 3- DOOR PREP COOLER MOTOR AND MOTOR BEHIND BAR ,IN CLOSET AND NEAR AND ON LOWER LEDGE OF HOT WATER TANK,WAIT STATION AREA TABLE.ALSO REAR DINING AREA DOOR HAS AN APPX"3/4" ALONG BOTTOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/18/17.

14

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA AND NEAR ICE MACHINE.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.

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Dec 14, 2017

Reinspection

10 minor violations.

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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT#2117025 12/11/17 NOT CORRECTED #18-STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND POP COOLER IN DINING AREA,ON FLOOR IN WAIT STATION AREA,UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES ,LOWER SHELF OF ROLLING CART, 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AND AT MOTOR ,CASHIER BOOTH,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.ALSO REAR DINING AREA DOOR HAS AN APPX"3/4" ALONG BOTTOM.NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW OR RECEIPT OF SERVICE.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/14/17(CRITICAL 7-42-090)

14

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 4- LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON FLOOR AND UNDERSIDE GAPS AND INSIDE OF OVEN IN REAR PREP AREA.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/14/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

18

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY ARRIVED ON SITE AT 11:45 A.M. WITHOUT VALID IDENTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE IDENTIFICATION ALONG WITH CERTIFICATE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (SOUP,CEVICHE,RICE,OCTOPUS,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES (SERIOUS 7-38-012)

21

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

31

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN BOTH PREP AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,REACH IN FREEZER,GLASS REACH IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS ,CAN OPENER BLADE.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA AND NEAR ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND ICE MACHINE.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADD AN EXSTENSION FROM DRAIN LINE PIPE AT ICE MACHINE AND HOT WATER TANK TO FLOOR DRAIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.

38

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM DINING AREA NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.

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Dec 11, 2017

Reinspection

8 minor violations.

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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND PREP COOLERS,ON LOWER SHELF OF ROLLING CART,ON FLOOR IN WAIT STATION AREA,UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,BEHIND GLASS REACH IN COOLERS IN DINING AREA,CASHIER BOOTH,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.ALSO REAR DINING AREA DOOR HAS AN APPX"3/4" ALONG BOTTOM.NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW OR RECEIPT OF SERVICE.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/7/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

18

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

31

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN BOTH PREP AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,REACH IN FREEZER,GLASS REACH IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS ,CAN OPENER BLADE.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA AND NEAR ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND ICE MACHINE.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST ADD AN EXSTENSION FROM DRAIN LINE PIPE AT ICE MACHINE TO FLOOR DRAIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.

38

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM DINING AREA NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.

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Dec 7, 2017

Complaint

14 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF A EXCESSIVELY LARGE POT WITH APPX. 20LBS. OF COOKED VEGETABLES SOUP AT 46.1F STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 20LBS.$50. (CRITICAL 7-38-005A)

3

Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY WAITRESS.OBSERVED WAITRESS REMOVE TOSTADAS FROM A BAG AND PLACE THEM IN A BASKET WITH BARE HANDS.INSTRUCTED TO USE GLOVES AND OR UTENSILS TO HANDLE READY TO EAT FOODS.(CRITICAL 7-38-010A)

6

Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN BAR AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT THIS TIME.OBSERVED SEVERAL PLASTIC BOTTLES,PLASTIC BAGS,CARRY-OUT CONTAINERS,APRON INSIDE OF HAND SINK BASIN AND NO SOAP AND TOWELS ALSO.COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE IS STRIPPED AND SPINNING AROUND AND NO COLD WATER RUNNING FROM FAUCET,MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE COLD WATER FAUCET AND PROVIDE COLD RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)

11

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND PREP COOLERS,ON LOWER SHELF OF ROLLING CART,ON FLOOR IN WAIT STATION AREA,UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,BEHIND GLASS REACH IN COOLERS IN DINING AREA,CASHIER BOOTH,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.ALSO REAR DINING AREA DOOR HAS AN APPX"3/4" ALONG BOTTOM.NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW OR RECEIPT OF SERVICE.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/7/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

18

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (SOUP,CEVICHE,RICE,OCTOPUS,ETC)MUST PROVIDE FOOD MANGERS CERTIFICATE AND BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)

21

Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR CHECKING SANITIZING SOLUTION P.P.M. AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.MUST PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST KIT AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)

22

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

31

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN BOTH PREP AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,REACH IN FREEZER,GLASS REACH IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS ,CAN OPENER BLADE.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA AND NEAR ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND ICE MACHINE.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST ADD AN EXSTENSION FROM DRAIN LINE PIPE AT ICE MACHINE TO FLOOR DRAIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.

38

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM DINING AREA NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.

41

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

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50

Mar 10, 2017

Reinspection

3 minor violations.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED AND BROKEN CEILING TILES.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR THE STRIPPED COLD WATER HANDLE AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

38

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR THE BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH RESTROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR. THE RELIEF VALVE FOR THE HOT WATER TANK IS CONTINUOUSLY DRIPPING WATER ONTO THE FLOOR. MUST REPAIR.

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Mar 8, 2017

Reinspection

10 minor violations.

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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1989850 ON 2/28/17 NOT CORRECTED: 29 - PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1975609 ON 11/17/16 NOT CORRECTED: 32 - OBSERVED GASKETS ON THE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN POOR REPAIR AND BEING HELD WITH TAPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.

14

Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD BEING IMPROPERLY THAWED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED FROZEN FISH SITTING IN A CONTAINER OF STANDING WATER ON TOP OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD AND A SIDE OF FROZEN BEEF STORED ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BY RUNNING COLD WATER BELOW 70F OR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A

17

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SOUP AT 140F) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

21

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 2/28/17 WAS NOT POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.

28

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: 29 - PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1975609 ON 11/17/16 NOT CORRECTED: 45 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

29

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED STYROFOAM CUPS BEING USED AS SCOOPS IN THE DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER SCOOPS WITH A HANDLE. OBSERVED FROZEN SHRIMP STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.

32

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED AND BROKEN CEILING TILES.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR THE BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH RESTROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR. THE RELIEF VALVE FOR THE HOT WATER TANK IS CONTINUOUSLY DRIPPING WATER ONTO THE FLOOR. MUST REPAIR.

38

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR THE STRIPPED COLD WATER HANDLE AT THE EXPOSED HANDWASING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

38

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE.

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Feb 28, 2017

Routine

7 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD BEING IMPROPERLY THAWED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED BAGS OF OCTOPUS IN STANDING WATER IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND SHRIMP AND FISH IN SEPARATE CONTAINERS OF STANDING WATER SITTING ON TOP OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARDS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY THAW POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BY RUNNING COLD WATER BELOW 70F OR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

17

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (COOKED RICE AT 175.3F) IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

21

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1975609 ON 11/17/16 NOT CORRECTED: 32 - OBSERVED GASKETS ON THE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN POOR REPAIR AND BEING HELD WITH TAPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN. 45 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

29

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED STYROFOAM CUPS BEING USED AS SCOOPS IN THE DRY STORAGE CONTAINERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER SCOOPS WITH A HANDLE. OBSERVED FROZEN SHRIMP STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS IN THE FREEZERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.

32

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE WATER STAINED AND BROKEN CEILING TILES.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS FOR THE BAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. VENTILATION FANS IN BOTH RESTROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR. THE RELIEF VALVE FOR THE HOT WATER TANK IS CONTINUOUSLY DRIPPING WATER ONTO THE FLOOR. MUST REPAIR.

38

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE.

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Nov 17, 2016

Reinspection

5 minor violations.

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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SHRIMP, RICE) ARE BEING HANDLED, PREPARED, AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE 55 MINUTES AFTER THE START OF THE RE-INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

21

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1971204 DATED ON 11/10/16 45 - OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

29

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS ON THE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN POOR REPAIR AND BEING HELD WITH TAPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.

32

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED BACKSPLASH IN POOR REPAIR BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL AND MAINTAIN.

35

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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Nov 10, 2016

Routine

10 minor violations.

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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINED AT THE BAR. WHEN HOT OR COLD WATER IS RUNNING THE FAUCET FALLS OFF. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN EXPOSED HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

11

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector notes: OBSERVED ABOUT 100 DEAD ROACHES INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DUMP ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID ICE MACHINE AND DO NOT SERVE ICE TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL ICE MACHINE IS SANITIED AND RODENT FREE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)

16

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: OBSERVED 50 RODENT DROPPINGS ON TOP OF DRY STORAGE BOXES AND 30 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES LOCATED BY THE DRY STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM THE WALK IN COOLER. OBSERVED LIVE ROACH INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE ON THE ICE MACHINE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTORS UPON REQUEST. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

18

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE DUMPSTER WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATED GREASE ON TOP OF SAID GREASE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 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 SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (BEEF, FISH) ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. RECCOMMENDED ADDING ADDITIONAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS TO COVER BUSINESS HOURS. MANAGER ARRIVED 2 HOURS AND 45 MINUTES AFTER INSPECTION STARTED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

21

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1734250 DATED ON 3/16/16. 32-OBSERVED GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR AND TAPE BEING USED TO HOLD GASKETS ONTO DOOR ON THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. 34- OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR BY THE REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN. 35-OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILE BY THE MOP SINK LOCATED BY THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. 38-OBSERVED A LOOSE HANDLE ON THE WASHBOWL LOCATED IN THE MENS WASHROOM. 45-OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL SAID PREVIOUS MINORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

29

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS ON THE 3 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN POOR REPAIR AND BEING HELD WITH TAPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.

32

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A DEAD ROACH ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED BACKSPLASH IN POOR REPAIR BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL AND MAINTAIN.

35

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE LIGHTING INSIDE OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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Mar 16, 2016

Reinspection

7 minor violations.

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (FISH, BEEF) IN BINS AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS IN THE WALK IN COOLER, 3 DOOR FREEZERS AND INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS AND MAINTAIN.

30

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED AS FOOD STORAGE BAGS IN THE 3 DOOR FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUST ON THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH WASHER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AN MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR AND TAPE BEING USED TO HOLD GASKETS ONTO DOOR ON THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS; INSIDE OF FRYERS, STOVES, GRILL TOP, AND INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED BY THE HOT WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WITH FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES. OBSERVED FLOORS BEHIND THE BAR WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR BY THE REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILE BY THE MOP SINK LOCATED BY THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK ON THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. OBSERVED A LOOSE HANDLE ON THE WASHBOWL LOCATED IN THE MENS WASHROOM. OBSERVED LOOSE HOT WATER KNOB ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH WASHER. OBSERVED SINK STOPPERS IN POOR REPAIR ON BOTH OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

38

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.

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Mar 10, 2016

Reinspection

10 minor violations.

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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1632594 DATED ON MARCH 3, 2016. 22 - OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO PROPERLY TEST THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR LOW TEMP DISH WASHER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS AND MAINTAIN. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.

14

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SHRIMP, RICE) ARE BEING HANDLED, PREPARED OR SERVED. MANAGER ARRIVED AFTER REINSPECTION WAS CONDUCTED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES BUSINESS IS OPEN AND OPERATING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

21

Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14

22

Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (FISH, BEEF) IN BINS AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS IN THE WALK IN COOLER, 3 DOOR FREEZERS AND INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS AND MAINTAIN.

30

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED AS FOOD STORAGE BAGS IN THE 3 DOOR FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUST ON THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH WASHER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AN MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR AND TAPE BEING USED TO HOLD GASKETS ONTO DOOR ON THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS; INSIDE OF FRYERS, STOVES, GRILL TOP, AND INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED BY THE HOT WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WITH FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES. OBSERVED FLOORS BEHIND THE BAR WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR BY THE REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILE BY THE MOP SINK LOCATED BY THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK ON THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. OBSERVED A LOOSE HANDLE ON THE WASHBOWL LOCATED IN THE MENS WASHROOM. OBSERVED LOOSE HOT WATER KNOB ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH WASHER. OBSERVED SINK STOPPERS IN POOR REPAIR ON BOTH OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

38

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.

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Mar 3, 2016

Complaint

12 minor violations.

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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY NOR A CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SEAFOOD, BEEF, RICE) ARE BEING HANDLED, PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. SERIOUS CITATION 7-38-012.

21

Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO PROPERLY TEST THE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZING COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR LOW TEMP DISH WASHER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.

22

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1588984 35-CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WAIT STATION. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ABOVE LIGHT SWITCH IN WATER HEATER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

29

Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (FISH, BEEF) IN BINS AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS IN THE WALK IN COOLER, 3 DOOR FREEZERS AND INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLER WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS AND MAINTAIN.

30

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED GROCERY BAGS BEING USED AS FOOD STORAGE BAGS IN THE 3 DOOR FREEZERS. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED RUST ON THE INTERIOR PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH WASHER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AN MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR AND TAPE BEING USED TO HOLD GASKETS ONTO DOOR ON THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS; INSIDE OF FRYERS, STOVES, GRILL TOP, AND INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR FREEZER LOCATED BY THE HOT WATER HEATER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS WITH FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE DRY STORAGE SHELVES. OBSERVED FLOORS BEHIND THE BAR WITH ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR BY THE REAR EXIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING WALL TILE BY THE MOP SINK LOCATED BY THE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

35

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #29.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: OBSERVED A LEAK ON THE FAUCET OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. OBSERVED A LOOSE HANDLE ON THE WASHBOWL LOCATED IN THE MENS WASHROOM. OBSERVED LOOSE HOT WATER KNOB ON THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO THE DISH WASHER. OBSERVED SINK STOPPERS IN POOR REPAIR ON BOTH OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AND MAINTAIN.

38

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTS OF SOUP AND BOXES/CRATES OF PRODUCE BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN COOLER. OBSERVED BOXES OF BEVERAGES BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND MAINTAIN.

41

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED TO MET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.

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55

Nov 30, 2015

Reinspection

1 minor violation.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WAIT STATION. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ABOVE LIGHT SWITCH IN WATER HEATER AREA.

35

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Nov 19, 2015

Routine

8 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKED BEANS DISPLAYED FOR SERVICE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 110.1F IN HOT HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 5LBS AND $10 OF PRODUCT. ALL HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 140F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

3

Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT EXPOSED SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP AT EXPOSED SINK FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

12

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING BETWEEN PIPES ABOVE KNIFE RACK, LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA, LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON BROOM IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

18

Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1559914 ON 7-6-15. 32-SEAL LOOSE GASKET ON MIDDLE DOOR OF FRONT PREP COOLER. REMOVE GROCERY BAGS AND PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.REMOVE TAPE AND REPLACE GASKETS ON REAR REACH-IN FREEZER. REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE ICE MACHINE. 35-CLEAN FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. 38-REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN WOMEN WASHROOM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090

29

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS(DEAD ROACHES, FOOD DEBRIS).

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AND REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN WAIT STATION. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ABOVE LIGHT SWITCH IN WATER HEATER AREA.

35

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.

36

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND REAR STORAGE AREA.

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Jul 6, 2015

Reinspection

5 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE GASKET ON MIDDLE DOOR OF FRONT PREP COOLER. REMOVE GROCERY BAGS AND PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS. REMOVE TAPE AND REPLACE GASKETS ON REAR REACH-IN FREEZER. REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE ICE MACHINE.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STOVE, GRILL, FRYERS, CUTTING BOARDS, PREP COOLERS, WALK-IN COOLERS, REACH-IN FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, APPLIANCES UNDER PREP TABLE, ICE MACHINE, 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FIRE EXTINGUISHER EQUIPMENT(DUST BUILDUP, GREASE BUILDUP,FOOD DEBRIS).

33

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: CLEAN FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD (DUST BUILDUP). CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DEAD INSECTS). REMOVE ACCUMULATED DUST FROM ALL CEILING FANS AND WASHROOM VENT COVERS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, AND CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING BACKFLOW DEVICE ABOVE UTILITY SINK. REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

38

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL WAITSTAFF, COOKS, DISHWASHERS, ETC.

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Jun 29, 2015

Reinspection

16 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKED BEANS 112.4F STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE ON STEAM TABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 140F OR ABOVE DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A

3

Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER TOUCHING READY TO EAT DICED TOMATOES, ONION, CUCUMBERS, SHRIMP WITH BARE HANDS, PLACING ITEMS IN GLASS FOR CUSTOMER CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THERE IS NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010A

6

Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1559405 ON 6-22-15: #18- OBSERVED 23 LIVE ROACHES ON FLOOR ALONG NORTH WALL UNDER LARGE TRAYS, FIVE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON WALL BEHIND ELECTRICAL OUTLET AND WIRING, TWO LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON NORTH WALL NEAR STEAM TABLE, TWO LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA, ONE LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON WALL ABOVE KNIFE RACK IN REAR PREP AREA, 14 FLYING INSECTS ABOVE CARDBOARD BOXES AND SOILED LINENS NEAR WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS, SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090

14

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #14

18

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AND NO CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (COOKED RICE 170.4F) PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A. CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT WHEN HANDLING POTENTAILLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AND CERTIFICATE POSTED IN PUBLIC VIEW.

21

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector notes: 6/22/15 INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY NOT POSTED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.

28

Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: PROPERLY LABEL AND DATE FOOD STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER.

30

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE GASKET ON MIDDLE DOOR OF FRONT PREP COOLER. REMOVE GROCERY BAGS AND PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS. REMOVE TAPE AND REPLACE GASKETS ON REAR REACH-IN FREEZER. NON-TOXIC PAINT ALL RUSTY SURFACES ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS INSIDE ICE MACHINE.

32

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STOVE, GRILL, FRYERS, CUTTING BOARDS, PREP COOLERS, WALK-IN COOLERS, REACH-IN FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, APPLIANCES UNDER PREP TABLE, ICE MACHINE, 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FIRE EXTINGUISHER EQUIPMENT(DUST BUILDUP, GREASE BUILDUP,FOOD DEBRIS).

33

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: GROUT ALL LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. DETAIL, CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, ROACHES, ETC). CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS.

34

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: CLEAN FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD (DUST BUILDUP). CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DEAD INSECTS).SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN CEILING AND REMOVE ALL PEELING PAINT IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DINING AREAS. SEAL OPENINGS AND REPAIR WALL ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN BAR. REMOVE ACCUMULATED DUST FROM ALL CEILING FANS AND WASHROOM VENT COVER. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ALONG WALLS IN PREP AREA. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, AND CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.

35

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING BACKFLOW DEVICE ABOVE UTILITY SINK. PROPERLY DRAIN WASTE FROM ICE MACHINE(CURRENTLY DRAINING ON FLOOR). REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN WOMEN WASHROOM. GAS BURNER NOT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD. MUST INSTALL UNDER HOOD OR REMOVE. NO VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT WATER SUPPLY TO ICE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.

38

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND OFFICE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. REMOVE LITTER FROM OUTSIDE PARKING LOT AND PROPERTY. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND STORAGE AREAS. STORE ALL EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.

41

Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

42

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: REMOVE STYROFOAM CUPS AND PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING SEASONINGS, RICE, ETC. STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN BARE AREA TO PREVENT BARE HAND CONTACT.

43

Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

45

Jun 22, 2015

Routine

12 minor violations.

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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030

12

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING ON FRONT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND INSIDE KNIFE RACK IN REAR STORAGE AREA, SEVERAL FLYING INSECTS LANDING ON CUTTING BOARDS AND PREP TABLES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

18

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN AND MAINTAINED. OBSERVED DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED AND EXCESSIVE TRASH ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020

19

* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY AND CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED (COOKED RICE 165.4F, BEANS, SEAFOOD, SOUP, ETC). SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A

21

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: SEAL LOOSE GASKET ON MIDDLE DOOR OF FRONT PREP COOLER. REMOVE GROCERY BAGS AND PROPERLY STORE FOOD IN FOOD STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CUTTING BOARDS, PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE, 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.

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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: GROUT ALL LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP, STORAGE, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. CLEAN FLOORS 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: CLEAN FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD (DUST BUILDUP). CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA(DEAD INSECTS).

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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING BACKFLOW DEVICE ABOVE UTILITY SINK. PROPERLY DRAIN WASTE FROM ICE MACHINE(CURRENTLY DRAINING ON FLOOR). REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN WOMEN WASHROOM.

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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.

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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: REMOVE STYROFOAM CUPS AND PROVIDE LONG HANDLE UTENSILS FOR DISPENSING SEASONINGS, RICE, ETC. STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN BARE AREA TO PREVENT BARE HAND CONTACT.

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Food handler requirements met

Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.

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Aug 7, 2014

Complaint

9 minor violations.

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Facilities to maintain proper temperature

Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE 3 DOOR FOOD PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 59.0F. THE COOLER IS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CEVICHE,DICED TOMATOES & ONIONS,RICE,SOUPS ETC. UNIT TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE BELOW 40F AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES (RICE,SOUP,RAW BEEF,SHRIMP,CEVICHE,DICED TOMATOES & ONIONS ETC.)INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM (52.7F-54.4F). MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED APPROX: 41 #'S OF FOOD WORTH APPROX. $200.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).

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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SOUPS, PASTAS, FISH,RICE AND BEANS ETC.) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector notes: INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 3/24/14 NOT POSTED,NOT VISIBLE FOR PUBLIC VIEW.MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010(B).

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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE COOLERS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED AND MAINTAIN.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIORS/EXTERIORS OF COOLERS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN AREAS,CUTTING BOARDS,UPPER PANEL OF ICE MAKER,KITCHEN SHELVINGS,COOKING STOVE,HOOD/FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS ETC.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN NEAR THE DISHWASHER AND WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENTS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.

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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: LIGHT BULBS IN THE KITCHEN AREA NEAR THE ICE MAKER MUST BE SHIELDED OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF LIGHTNING.

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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS WITH HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN WHEN WORKING AROUND OPEN FOODS.

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Mar 24, 2014

Routine

8 minor violations.

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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

Inspector notes: OBSERVED BAG OF BREADED CHICKEN AT 58.2F AND BAG OF BREADED MOZZARRELLA STICKS AT 60.2F IN UNPLUGGED/NON-WORKING COOLER THAT IS BEING USED FOR DRY STORAGE PRODUCTS. COOKED REFRIED BEANS ON STEAM TABLE AT 100.9F. ALL SAID PRODUCT DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 15LBS $50 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL.

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Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc

Inspector notes: SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION NOT CONTROLLED, OBSERVED CONTAINER OF GREEN ONIONS UNCOVERED ON FLOOR OF WALK-IN COOLER STORED UNDER CONTAINER OF RAW OYSTERS AND WITH VISIBLE RAW BLOOD JUICE ON ONIONS AND ONION CONTAINER. ONIONS DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 5 LBS. 10 VALUE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A CRITICAL.

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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SHRIMP, RICE, BEANS) BEING PREPARED/SERVCED. INSTD TO HAVE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.

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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector notes: CLEAN EQUIPMENT IMPROPERY STORED ON FLOOR. INSTD TO ELEVATE SAME.

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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector notes: RUST ON BOTTOM SHELF OF PREP TABLE AND INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST. GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE PRODUCT. INSTD TO STORE PROPERLY IN FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: WALLS BEHIND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND STORAGE SHELVES NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.

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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES PERSONAL BELONGINGS IMPROPERLY STORED. INSTD TO STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ANY UNNECESSARY ARTICLES/CLUTTER (NON-WORKING PREP COOLER FROM PREP AREA).

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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector notes: IMPROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS BEING USED FOR ICE AND DRY STORAGE PRODUCT. INSTD TO USE PROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS. WATER CUPS (PLASTIC NOR STYROFOAM) OR BOWLS CAN NOT BE USED.

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Jul 8, 2013

Routine

5 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE #10 CAN OPENER CLEAN INTERIOR OF REAR 3 DOOR FREEZER, AND FRONT CONDIMENT COOLER.CLEAN FAN GUARD COVERS IN UPRIGHT COOLERS.

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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND BAR.

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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector notes: NEED TO SEAL NEW DRY WALL IN DINING AREA. REPAIR WALL FRONT WAIT STATION, BAR AREA BEHIND 3 COMP. SINK. REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES.

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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: ONE LIGHT OUT UNDER HOOD NEED TO REPLACE ALSO IN 3 DOOR FREEZER.

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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector notes: NEED TO REPLACE MISSING SCREW THAT HOLDS HANDLE ON AT FRONT HAND SINK.

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Sep 22, 2011

Routine

4 minor violations.

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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE HOOD,FILTERS,PIPES,FRYERS/ CABINETS UNDERNEATH AND REACHIN COOLERS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAME.

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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. THE LIGHTS AND LIGHT SHIELDS UNDER THE HOODS IN THE KITCHEN THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP.

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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. CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAME. THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BAR IS IN POOR REPAIR IT IS LEAKING WATER IN TO A BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE PIPE SO WATER GOES DOWN PROPERLY.

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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. FOUND LARGE REACHIN COOLER WITH TOP PREP COOLER BROKEN IN STORE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.

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