Nellies
Last inspected: Jun 13, 2025
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Score
Going back to 2010, Nellies has 24 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Jun 13, 2025. The medium risk tier sits in the middle: not spotless, but not alarming either.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
When inspectors have written things up, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been the most frequent reason, cited 21 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 13, 2025
Reinspection
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK ON 2ND FL TOILET ROOM.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PANS,BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT .
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN/DEEP GROOVES ON SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE IN 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REA PREP AREA,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 : MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 6, 2025
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 20 minor violations.
View 24 violations
Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY SEVERAL FOOD HANDLERS AND DISH WASHER .OBSERVED DISH WASHER HANDLING DIRTY DISHES AND THEN REMOVING CLEAN DISHES FROM DISH MACHINE WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.ALSO,MALE AND FEMALE FOOD HANDLERS TALKING ON CELL PHONE WITH PLASTIC GLOVES ON AND THEN CUTTING READY TO EAT FOODS,MOVING GARBAGE CAN WITH GLOVES ON AND THEN HANDLING RAW FOODS.INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 1- DOZEN EGGS AT 63.9F ON PREP TABLE.25LBS. SLICED HAM-44.1F-46.4F.50LBS. COOKED RIC-51.3F-55.7F.40LBS. RAW CHICKEN-47.3F INSIDE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX. 116 LBS. $150.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT 50.0F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON UNIT. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 41.0F OR BELOW. (PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH FURNACE IN 1ST FL. KITCHEN,INSIDE BOTH FRYER CABINETS,ON FLOOR NEXT TO DISH STORAGE RACK,CHEMICAL STORAGE ROOM,MUSIC ROOM,ON LEDGE UNDER FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,BASEMENT STORAGE AREA-ON & BEHIND PAPER STORAGE SHELVES,TOOL STORAGE,SODA TANKS,ELECTRICAL PANELS AND MOTOR OF UNIT2ND FL. BAR AREA- LEDGE AND NEXT TO FURNACE.ALSO. EVIDENCE OF APPX. 5-7 LIVE SMALL FLIES AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK AND SEVERAL DEAD WATER BUGS ON FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE.MUST REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS AND WATER BUGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/6/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,SHAKERS,PANS,BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PERSONAL BELONGINGS FROM LOWER SHELF OF TABLE IN DISH WASHING AREA AND STORE PROPERLY.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL WIPING CLOTHS BEING STORED ON PREP TABLES AND CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS MUST STORE IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CANS AND BOWLS BEING STORED IN BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST REMOVE AND USE PROPER UTENSILS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES THROUGHOUT .
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Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PLASTIC GLOVES BEING USED IN AN IMPROPER MANNER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN/DEEP GROOVES ON SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM STEAM TABLE, GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE IN 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN REA PREP AREA,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP & DISH WASHING AREAS AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS,DUST BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND BASEMENT.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND EXPIRED FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPIRED AND MISSING FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MALE FOOD HANDLER DRINKING WATER FROM A GLASS IN REAR PREP AREA MUST PROVIDE A LID AND STRAW TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.(COS)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK ON 2ND FL TOILET ROOM.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1- DOOR PREP COOLER & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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21
Sep 4, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 7, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 4 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK STORED AT AN INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 46 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD-HOLDING FOOD IS HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1 1/2 GALLON OF MILK ($10). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH BROWN AND PINK SLIME RESIDUE ON WHITE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLAN AND TO MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MORE THAN 20 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING THE BAR AREA, THE KITCHEN AREA, AND THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MINIMIZE SMALL FLY POPULATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT. SEVERAL PIECES OF EXTRA EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE, AND OTHER ITEMS ARE SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DECLUTTER.
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67
Nov 13, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE INTERIOR OF SMALL REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MAIN BAR AND IN THE BUFFET SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH SURFACE THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Nov 6, 2023
Routine
2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BROWN PINKISH SLIME RESIDUE ON THE WHITE INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE A CLEANING APPOINTMENT TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON SITE FOR THE SANITIZER (BLEACH) BEING USED FOR SANITIZING. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE A TEST KIT THAT ACCURATELY MEASURES THE CONCENTRATION IN PPM OF A SANITIZING SOLUTION MUST BE PROVIDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET MOP STORED IN THE BUCKET IN THE HALLWAY LEADING TO UPSTAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO HANG MOPS TO ALLOW TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN GASKETS ON THE INTERIOR OF SMALL REACH-IN COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DEEP GROOVES IN MAIN PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FAN GUARDS IN THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN THE MAIN BAR AND IN THE BUFFET SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH SURFACE THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 13, 2022
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOPER BEING STORED ON THE TOP OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH THE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE EXPOSED. INSTRUCTED ON HOW TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP BETWEEN USES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN TO BE SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLASH. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUCT TAPE ON BOTH CHEST FREEZER LIDS LOCATED IN THE BASMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM WITH THE CHANGING TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND THE 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOCATED NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFIED MANAGER WITH NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS OBTAIN THIS CERTIFICATE
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Jan 4, 2021
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN OR POSTER IN FRONT COFFEE STATION BAR AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A VISIBLE AND WORKING THERMOMETER AT THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPIG CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS AS A FOOD CONTAINERS INSIDE REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS OR FOOD GRADE DISPOSABLE PLASTIC BAGS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AND PLASTIC WRAP AS A LINER FOR FOOD STORAGE SHELVIG IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE. MUST ELEVATE ITEMS 6INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON WALLS BEHIND REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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61
Jan 29, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS ON THE MENU. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DISCLOSURE (ASTERISK) TO A FOOT NOTE AND REMINDER AS TO CONSUMING RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS (BEEF, HAM, SAUSAGE, CHICKEN, ETC.) HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND COLD HOLING UNIT. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE REAR KITCHEN, WALK IN COOLER, AND BASEMENT AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE FOOD STORAGE METHODS.
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Feb 5, 2019
Reinspection
2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HEALTH EMPLOYEE POLICY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED .
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES AND ABOVE COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT AND MUST MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNOUT LIGHTS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITH THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 1, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN WOMEN'S AND MEN'S WASHROOMS LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR AND NO HOT RUNNING WATER WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN FRONT BAR COFFEE STATION AND REAR SERVICE STATION AREA INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HOT RUNNING WATER AND MUST HAVE CONTINUES SUPPLY OF HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED. PREMISES HAS 2 WASHROOMS ACCESSIBLES ON THE 2ND FLOOR FOR CUSTOMERS AND EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS. EMPLOYEES MUST WASH THEIR HANDS IN HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED ON KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HEALTH EMPLOYEE POLICY AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED .
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: THE PERSON IN CHARGE UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE FOR EMPLOYEE TO FOLLOW WHEN RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROPER DATE MARKING ON TCS FOODS HELD MORE THAN 24 HOURS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON TOP OF PREP TABLES. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTER DEVICE NOT LOCATED AT THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SO THAT CAN BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICE AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET BASE AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLES AND ABOVE COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN WALL BEHIND HOT HOLDING UNIT AND MUST MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REFRIGERATION UNITS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA NEXT TO ICE MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNOUT LIGHTS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS WITH THE REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST COMPLETE FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 23, 2018
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN NEED CLEANING AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS NEED CLEANING AND/OR REPAIRING BEHIND THE STEAM TABLE IN THE KITCHEN. NOTED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE DISH WASHER. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ORGANIZE CLUTTER UNDERNEATH THE PREP STATIONS TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
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86
Mar 31, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DATE LABELS FOR ALL PREPARED FOOD ITEMS ON PREMISES.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DUST DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE STORAGE RACK WHERE CLEANS PLATES AND BOWLS ARE STORED IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD GRIME ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE DEEP FREEZER AND SOILING THE OUTLET BOXES WHERE THE DEEP FREEZERS ARE PLUGGED IN TO.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: ON THE PREVIOUS INSPECTION DATED APRIL 1, 2017 REPORT#1751214 MANAGER WAS INSTRUCTED "NO EXPOSED HAND SINK INSTALLED AT SECOND FLOOR SERVING/BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SAID SINK UNDER CITY PLUMBING CODE,ALSO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS /HAND DRYING DEVICE." RATHER THAN INSTALL A SEPARATE SINK, THE MANAGER INSTALLED A 2-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH ONE FAUCET HEAD NO DIVIDER IN BETWEEN THE TWO SINKS. INSTRUCTED TO SEPARATE THE DUMP SINK FROM THE HAND SINK BY INSTALLING TWO FAUCET HEADS AND A SPLASH GUARD/DIVIDER BETWEEN THE 1ST AND 2ND COMPARTMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY CLUTTER BUILDUP IN THE BASEMENT FROM A SEPARATE BUISINESS CLOSING DOWN THE STREET. INSTRUCTED TO RE-ORGANIZE, DISCARD RUBBISH, AND DECLUTTER THE BASEMENT.
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78
Apr 1, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEAL RAW WOOD UNDER THE BAR COUNTER TOP AT SECOND FLOOR. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: GREASE AT INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,FOOD LIQUID ON JUICE DISPENSER LINE UNDER THE FIRST FLOOR BAR AREA,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: SEAL WALL BASE THROUGHOUT THE SECOND FLOOR PARTY ROOM/DINING AREA.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEAOUTSIDE GREASE WASTE OIL WITH EXCESS SOLID GREASE ON TOP THE SAID CONTAINER, ALSO DRIPPING ON GROUND WHICH IS SATURED OF WASTE OIL.OUTSIDE REAR PATIO AREA WITH EXCESS ITEMS DIRTY,BROOMS,BUCKETS WITH OIL CONTAINERS,BOXES,UNUSED EQUIPMENT ETC,NABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. SWEEP DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT AND SECOND FLOOR THROUGHOUT. GRIME BUILD-UP UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AROUND GREASE TRAP. NEED 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: BRICKS DEBRIS ON TOP TABLES IN DINING AREA AT SECOND FLOOR INSTRUCTED TO SEAL BRICKS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO EXPOSED HAND SINK INSTALLED AT SECOND FLOOR SERVING/BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SAID SINK UNDER CITY PLUMBING CODE,ALSO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS /HAND DRYING DEVICE.
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78
Jan 29, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: REACH IN COOLERS UNDER COOK LINE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING, POP GUNS AT 1ST FLOOR BAR IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN NEED OF CLENAING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALL BASES TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: TOILET ROOM DOORS AT THE 2ND FLOOR IN NEED OF SELF CLOSING DEVICE. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN NEED OF REPAIR, LEAK AT 2 COMP SINK AT 2ND FLOOR BAR AREA IN NEED OF REPAIR. HAND SINK NEEDED AT REAR COFFEE STATION. MUST INSTALL, CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ANY UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN BASEMENT MUST BE REMOVED. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER AND PROVIDED HANDOUT FOR CERTIFICATION.
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74
Mar 28, 2014
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: REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN SECOND FLOOR DINING AREA.
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Mar 21, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: NO HOT OR TEMPERED WATER AT WASHBOWLS IN SECOND FLOOR MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL OPENING IN CEILING ABOVE UTILITY SINK. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN SECOND FLOOR DINING AREA. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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82
Oct 23, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE STOVE IN THE REAR PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP
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95
Sep 27, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR PREP AREA HAS BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE MACHINE WHERE THE ICE IS BEING MADE,THE ICE MACHINE WILL BE TAGGED,MUST FAX A LETTER FOR TAG REMOVAL WHEN MACHINE IS CLEANED AND SANITIZED FAX#312 746-4240 ATTENTION,SUPERVISOR
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FILTERS ABOVE THE STOVE IN THE REAR PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE WALL NEAR THE DEEP FRYER IN THE REAR PREP AREA HAS GREASE BUIL-UP ON WALL
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER AND THE PREP COOLER IN THE REAR PREP AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
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78
Oct 7, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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 REPAIR LEAKING CONDENSATION LINES INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER KITCHEN AREA, AND MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRYER, REMOVE GREASE BUILD-UP
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN 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 CLEAN/REPAINT WALL SURFACES BY STEAM TABLE
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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. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE BASEMENT AREA, REMOVE CLUTTER AND DISCARDED UNWANTED ITEMS
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78
Sep 15, 2010
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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.BASE OF FAUCET HANDLE AT 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR-INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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95
Sep 8, 2010
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.FOUND GARBAGE DUMSPSTER EXCESSIVELY OVERFLOWING,LITTER ON GROUND.
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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 WORNED OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN,REMOVE ICE BUILD-UP ON CONDENSOR UNIT IN WALK-IN-COOLER,PROVIDE ICE BIN COVER FOR ICE BINS.
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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.THE FOLLOWING REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,INTERIOR BASINS OF 3 COMP SINK,SHELVINGS,TOPS/BOTTOMS FOOD PREP TABLES,DEEP FRYERS ETC.
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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.LIGHT BULB IN WALK-IN-COOLER NOT SHIELDED.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.TOILET ROOM DOORS MUST BE SELF-CLOSING.
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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.BASE OF FAUCET HANDLE AT 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR.
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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 CLUTTER FROM PREMISES,MILK CRATES USED FOR STORAGE.
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70
Sep 2, 2010
Routine
No violations found.
100
Apr 20, 2010
No Entry
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Nellies last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Nellies on file is from Jun 13, 2025. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Nellies?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 21 times, more than any other issue at Nellies.
Has Nellies' inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Nellies have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Nellies means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Nellies inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Nellies is inspected around two times per year on average.
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