Mott Street
Last inspected: May 20, 2025
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Score
Across the available record, Mott Street has 19 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Inspectors last stopped by on May 20, 2025. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around one violation to closer to 10 violations per visit.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded eight times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Mott Street on the weaker side. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
May 20, 2025
Reinspection
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (SAUCES, PASTA, ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN MOLD BUILD UP FROM WALL IN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP,BAR , DISH WASHING AREAS AND WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN FRONT OF WOK STATION & FRYER, FLOOR TILE INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14 : MUST PLACE TABLE TOP FRYER UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: : 6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WALK IN COOLER DOOR, OUTSHED FOOD STORAGE, LOCKER ROOM DOOR, AND FRONT DOORS ALONG BOTTOMS TO BE TIGHT-FITTING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11 : OBSERVED FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN OUTSIDE FOOD STORAGE SHED MUST BE ELEVATED TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2-DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILDUP FROM FRYER CABINET, GRILL TABLE, AND DISH RACKS.
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May 9, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS. OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLERS ALL COME BACK INTO THE KITCHEN AND STARTED PREPARING FOODS. ALSO, A MALE DISH WASHER SCRATCHED BOTH ARMS AND THEN REMOVED DISHES FROM THE DISH MACHINE. A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER WAS ON HER CELL PHONE AND DIDN'T WASH HER HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. THE MANAGER HAD ALL EMPLOYEES WASH THEIR HANDS AT THIS TIME DURING THE INSPECTION. (PRIORITY 7-38-010)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER OF CONSUMING RAW AND UNDERCOOKED FOODS ON BAR MENU(EGGS)MUST BE PROVIDED AND MAINTAINED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO 90-DAY SHELLFISH TAG WITH 2 LBS. RAW OYSTERS IN PREP COOLER AND NO SIGNED SOLD BY DATE ON THE LAST ITEM SOLD ON 90-DAY TAG. THE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY THE MANAGER. MUST PROVIDE INFORMATION GIVEN ON TAGS IN THE FUTURE. (PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGN AT BAR HAND SINK.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE COLD WATER FAUCET IS STRIPPED/ IN POOR REPAIR AT HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WALK IN COOLER DOOR, OUTSHED FOOD STORAGE, LOCKER ROOM DOOR, AND FRONT DOORS ALONG BOTTOMS TO BE TIGHT-FITTING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN OUTSIDE FOOD STORAGE SHED MUST BE ELEVATED TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2-DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILDUP FROM FRYER CABINET, GRILL TABLE, AND DISH RACKS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN FRONT OF WOK STATION & FRYER, FLOOR TILE INSIDE WALK IN COOLER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP,BAR , DISH WASHING AREAS AND WALK IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN MOLD BUILD UP FROM WALL IN INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST PLACE TABLE TOP FRYER UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.
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Dec 13, 2024
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP ON EQUIPMENT AROUND GRIDDLE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAK FROM BOTTOM OF FOOT PEDAL HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR LEAK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED COOLER IN KITCHEN INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR OR REMOVE COOLER.
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Jun 26, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
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Mar 22, 2022
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF DEBRIS AND ICE BUILDUP ON THE TOP OF ONE DOOR FREEZER IN THE KITCHEN. MUST REMOVE EXCESS ICE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 3, 2019
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: MENU DOES NOT DISCLOSE AND INFORM CONSUMERS THE SPECIFIC MENU ITEMS THAT ARE RAW OR UNDER COOKED AND POTENTIAL HAZARD OF CONSUMING SUCH FOOD. MUST PROVIDE A CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER STATEMENT.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA DRAINING SLOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITHOUT THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Sep 21, 2017
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER AT THE COOK'S LINE WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS CHEESE AND COOKED RICE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO 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 IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND 3 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED COOKED RICE AT 51.8F, EGGS AT 60.8F, CHEESE AT 58.5F, RICOTTA CHEESE AT 46.8F, AND MILK AT 55F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 30# OF FOOD WORTH $100. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHROOM WAS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. OBSERVED A STORAGE RACK WITH DISHES ON IT STORED IN FRONT OF THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE DISHROOM. MANAGEMENT REMOVED THE STORAGE RACK DURING THE INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Aug 15, 2016
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN DINING ROOM AND BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PAINT.
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Aug 8, 2016
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE WASTE OIL CONTAINER WITH GREASE ON TOP SIDE AND GROUND. ALSO WASTE OIL SPLATTERED TO THE SIDE OF PORTABLE STORAGE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT WATER LINE OF THE MIXER MACHINE IN BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO INSTALLED VISIBLE BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE OR KNOWN LOCATION
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ICE MACHINE WITH BEGINNING OF MINERAL BUILD-UP INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXCESS WATER INSIDE THE BEER COOLER BEHIND THE BAR,ALSO A PAN WITH WATER AND RUST BY THE ICE BIN MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DEBRIS ON FLOOR INSIDE THE OUTSIDE STORAGE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN DINING ROOM AND BAR AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PAINT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DUMP SINK BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK BYHIND THE BAR IS LEAKING AROUND DRAIN PIPE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
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Jul 27, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK GROOVES LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK, NEXT TO THE FRYER, IN PREP AREA WITH MINOR LEAK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 20, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 30 FRUIT FLIES IN THE FRONT BAR AND DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINORS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT NUMBER 1490354 JULY 3,2015 INS#386. #32 DEFROST INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT FREEZER, #35 REPAIR CEILING IN PREP AREA(WATER DAMAGE). REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD WITH DARK GROOVES LOCATED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS IN WALK IN COOLER NEED CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS IN WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK, NEXT TO THE FRYER, IN PREP AREA WITH MINOR LEAK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 3, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DEFROST INTERIOR OF UPRIGHT FREEZER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR CEILING IN PREP AREA(WATER DAMAGE). REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALL NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOM(DUST BUILDUP).
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Aug 27, 2013
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: Source not of safe or sound condition. Found 12 packages/3 lbs of fresh chicken breast in reach-in and walk-in coolers that was vacuum packaged (sous vide) from unapproved aource. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded product. Value $100. Instructed owner that vacumm packaging and foods must be approved from CDPH. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(B). "Held for Inspection" tag placed on machine
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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 not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily and remove food debris.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Ventilation covers through-out not cleaned. Intructed to detail clean and remove dust buid-up. Opening noted around pipes and ceiling joist. Instructed to seal all openings.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Drainline going to one compartment sink at bar. Instructed to remove drainline and reroute waste line.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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Aug 29, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Any open cans of food must be transferred into regular containers. All food stored in coolers must be dated & labeled.
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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 must be properly stored and inverted to prevent contamination before use.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Replace or repair rusty bshelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish and Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Detail clean,organize dry storage areas and properly store cleaning equipments also remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.
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Aug 17, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violation(s)not Corrected from inspection report#585436 dated:6/17/11. 33 All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS AND SIDE OF COOKING, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS 09/17/2011 34 The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING, ESPECIALLY BY COOKING EQUIPMENT, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP 09/17/2011 35 The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP 09/17/2011 43 Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. MUST RESTRICT STORING ICE SCOOP INSIDE ICE MACHINE, IMPROPERLY, MUST BE STORED WITH THE HANDLE FACING, OR IN A WAY THAT PROTECTS FROM CONTAMINATION .MUST CORRECT ALL NOTED VIOLATIONS ABOVE SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Replace or repair rusty bshelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish and Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Detail clean,organize dry storage areas and properly store cleaning equipments also remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Jun 17, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE, WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE COOKED AND SERVED, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFICATE POSTED AND AVAILABLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION, OR AN UP TO DATE ENROLLMENT FORM, A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE COOKED AND PREPARED SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED:7-38-012
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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 DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, TOPS AND SIDE OF COOKING, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES NEEDS DETAILED CLEANING, ESPECIALLY BY COOKING EQUIPMENT, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP
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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. WALL BY COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT CLEAN, MUST REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILT UP
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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. MUST RESTRICT STORING ICE SCOOP INSIDE ICE MACHINE, IMPROPERLY, MUST BE STORED WITH THE HANDLE FACING, OR IN A WAY THAT PROTECTS FROM CONTAMINATION
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Dec 14, 2010
License
No violations found.
100
Nov 9, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Nov 1, 2010
License
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F.DISHMACHINE MUST BE PROPERLY INSTALLED,OPERATED FOR MEANS OF SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENTS.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.ADDITIONAL EXPOSED HANDSINK IN DISHROOM IS NEEDED FOR HANDWASHING,MUST PROVIDE SOAP,HANDPAPER TOWELS AT EXPOSED HANDSINKS.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE OR VALID DOCUMENTATION AS REQUIRED.
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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 REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVING IN COOLERS USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH.
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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.FOUND BROKEN FLOOR TILES BENEATH 2 DOOR COOLER IN DISHROOM AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PLUMBING/ELECTRICAL FIXTURES AND ON WALL ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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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.END CAPS MISSING ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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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.FOUND WATER LEAKING IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS PIPE BENEATH EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND FRONT COUNTER,BASE OF FAUCET 3 COMP SINK DISHROOM.
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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.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Mott Street last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Mott Street on file is from May 20, 2025. The public record contains 19 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Mott Street?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited eight times, more than any other issue at Mott Street.
Has Mott Street's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Mott Street have averaged around 10 violations per visit, up from roughly one earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Mott Street means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Mott Street inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Mott Street is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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