New Pine Valley Restaurant

1600 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60623
American
Last inspected: Dec 14, 2020
86
Score
Low Risk

Going back to 2010, New Pine Valley Restaurant has 25 inspections in the public record. Inspectors last stopped by on Dec 14, 2020. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit. New Pine Valley Restaurant's record stops at Dec 14, 2020, more than two years back, so current conditions may differ.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 10 violations to closer to seven violations per visit over the last few inspections.

“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 15 times across the record.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; New Pine Valley Restaurant is comfortably above that bar. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

25
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 14, 2020
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR RIPPED DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE/REPAIR STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT TH FACILITY, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: VIOLATION CORRECTED.
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86
Dec 7, 2020
Routine
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES IN FRONT PREP AREA, ALSO OBSERVED 30 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM ADJACENT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ONSITE DURING THE INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS; EGGS, HAM, AND CHICKEN, ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED MANAGER ONSITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE DATE MARKINGS TO TCS/RTE FOODS, PREPARED ONSITE AND HELD IN COOLERS OVER 24 HRS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSUME BY DATES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN PREP AREAS IN SANITIZER BUCKET BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR RIPPED DOOR GASKET ON PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON THE INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACE OF MICROWAVE, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM LOWER SHELVES ON PREP TABLE IN REAR, AND STORAGE COMPARTMENT BEHIND FRONT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A COVERED GARBAGE CAN IN THE LADIES TOILET ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN DISH AREA, AND DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE/REPAIR STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT TH FACILITY, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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May 9, 2019
Reinspection
4 major violations. 2 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY, ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY CLEAN-UP KIT ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (HAM, GRILLED ONIONS, BACON, ETC.) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON PREMISES AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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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 A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON MENU FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PASTRIES BEING SERVED ON THE FRONT COOK LINE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING.--------OBSERVED BULK FOOD ITEMS (FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC.) IN THE REAR KITCHEN WITHOUT PROPER LABELING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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61
Apr 26, 2019
Routine
3 critical violations. 7 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON EMPLOYEE'S/CONSUMERS WALKING BEHIND THE COUNTER, SERVING THEMSELVES AND OTHER CUSTOMERS COFFEE, AND ANSWERING THE TELEPHONE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A BARRIER BETWEEN EMPLOYEES AND CONSUMERS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (EGGS 56.8 DEGREE F) AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE SITTING ON A COUNTER UNDER THE SERVING COUNTER. INSTRUCTED THAT COLD HOLDING SHOULD BE 41 DEGREE F OR BELOW.PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED SAID FOOD ITEMS. APPROX. 2LBS OF FOOD AND $20 DOLLARS VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RODENT POISON BAGS ON THE FLOOR OUTSIDE OF THE BAIT STATIONS IN THE REAR KITCHEN BEHIND THE SINGLE DOOR REFRIGERATOR. INSTRUCTED THAT RODENT POISON SHOULD BE PLACED INSIDE THE BAIT STATIONS, AND MAINTAIN. HANSEN PEST CONTROL SHOWED UP TO REPLACE ALL BAIT BOXES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-015 CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEA EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY, ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY CLEAN-UP KIT ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND TOWELS OR HAND DRYER AT THE HANDSINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PIC PROVIDED HAND TOWELS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CONSOLIDATED WITH CITATION BELOW.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP IN THE MEN'S BATHROOM IN THE FRONT AREA BY THE COOK SERVING LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PIC PROVIDED SOAP DISPENSER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
10
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 A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON MENU FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED ANIMAL BASED FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS (HAM, GRILLED ONIONS, BACON, ETC.) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS PREPARED ON PREMISES AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS MUST HAVE PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
58
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PASTRIES BEING SERVED ON THE FRONT COOK LINE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING.--------OBSERVED BULK FOOD ITEMS (FLOUR, SUGAR, ETC.) IN THE REAR KITCHEN WITHOUT PROPER LABELING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTS AND PANS BEING STORED IN A TRASH CAN IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WOODEN 2X4'S HOLDING UP/SUPPORTING THE FLATTOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILE IN THE REAR KITCHEN WITH CRACKS AND MISSING PIECES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 26, 2018
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: MUST SEAL BROKEN CONCRETE WALL BASE NEAR REAR DOOR.
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Apr 19, 2018
Reinspection
14 minor violations.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2159968 4/12/18 NOT CORRECTED #18-STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS FRONT PREP AREA-ON STORAGE SHELVES AT SERVICE COUNTER,ALONG WALL BASES NEAR COOLER .MIDDLE DINING AREA-UNDER BOOTH SEATS,ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND FURNITURE.REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA-OPENING IN WALL.REAR STORAGE AREA-ON SHELVES AND FLOOR.STORAGE CLOSET ALONG LEDGES OF STAIRS LEADING TO 2ND FL.ON 2ND FL. IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,BASEMENT-ON BASEMENT STAIRS,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,ON FLOOR MIXED IN WITH DIRT ALONG WALL BASES.FURNANACE ROOM -ON FLOOR AND ALONG WALL BASES.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/19/18.#33-ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES.ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPILLS MUST CLEAN.#34-FLOORS IN PREP AREAS,BOTH DINING AREAS AND BASEMENT MUST CLEAN.#41-UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE WALK IN COOLER,BASEMENT,STORAGE AREAS MUST REMOVE,CLEAN AND MAINTAIN(CRITICAL 7-42-090)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (POTATOE,RICE,SAUSAGE,ETC).FOOD MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 10:00 A.M.MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
30
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 SHELVING UNITS.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM ALL FOOD STORAGE SHELVES MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED INTERIOR LID ON REAR BLACK CHEST FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM OVEN,MICROWAVE,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR BASIN OF 3- COMP SINK.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SMALL HOLE IN CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT,GAP IN FLOOR TILE AND WALL NEAR REAR 3- COMP SINK.MUST MAKE FLOOR SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE UNDER 3- COMP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST REMOVE WATER FROM BASEMENT FLOOR NEAR REAR DOOR AND KEEP DRY.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL UNDER 3- COMP SINK,MIDDLE DINING AREA CEILING TILES MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING,STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHT.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN MIDDLE DINING AREA,HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WHERE NEEDED.MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE IN CEILING OF BASEMENT NEAR REAR DOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM FLOOR ON 2ND FL.AND STAIRS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
43
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 12, 2018
Routine
20 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF PREP COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA AT 50.5F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE .A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING UNIT AT 40.0F OR BELOW.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE OF GLASS REACH IN COOLER AND ABOVE MENTIONED COOLER,INSIDE OF TURNED OFF OVEN SUCH AS 4LBS. COOKED POTATOES 63.7F,.5LB COOKED RICE 44.8F,.5LB. SAUSAGES 54.9F,2LBS. PORK CHOPS 50.0F,2LBS. COOKED MACARONI & CHEESE 89.1F,.5LB BAKED CHICKEN 60.9F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW,HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 140.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.9.5LBS.$20.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED AT THIS TIME.OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE AT FRONT PREP AREA HAND SINK,MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.ALSO,NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINK IN MEN'S TOILETROOM.HAND DRYING DEVICES ARE NOW PROVIDED AT HAND SINKS AND HOT RUNNING WATER DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS FRONT PREP AREA-ON STORAGE SHELVES AT SERVICE COUNTER,ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS.MIDDLE DINING AREA-UNDER BOOTH SEATS,ALONG WALL BASES.REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS-ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS,CHEST FREEZERS,UNDER BOTH 3- COMP SINKS.REAR HALLWAY-ALONG LEDGES.REAR STORAGE AREA-ON SHELVES AND FLOOR.STORAGE CLOSET UNDER STAIRS AND ON STAIRS LEADING TO 2ND FL.ON 2ND FL. IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,BASEMENT-ON BASEMENT STAIRS,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,ON FLOOR MIXED IN WITH DIRT ALONG WALL BASES.ALSO APPX.'1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG SIDES AND BOTTOM OF SIDE AND REAR DOORS.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/12/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW AND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (POTATOE,RICE,SAUSAGE,ETC).MUST PROVIDE AND POST CERTIFICATE AND BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS TO VIEW. A NEW SUMMARY REPORT WILL BE POSTED.(SERIOUS 7-42-010B)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2102471 10/24/17 NOT CORRECTED #33-ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT,PREP TABLES.ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPILLS MUST CLEAN.#34-FLOORS IN PREP AREAS,BOTH DINING AREAS AND BASEMENT MUST CLEAN.#40-THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REACH IN COOLERS ARE NEEDED.#41-UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE WALK IN COOLER,BASEMENT,STORAGE AREAS MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE BOXES USED FOR GARBAGE AND PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD AND NEWS PAPER FROM ALL FOOD AND DISH STORAGE SHELVES AND PREP TABLES.MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD IN BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMP SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA AND REPAIR CRACKED SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN 3- COMP SINK AND MOPSINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED INTERIOR LID ON REAR BLACK CHEST FREEZER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM OVEN,MICROWAVE,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,INTERIOR BASIN OF 3- COMP SINK.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLE IN CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT,GAP IN FLOOR TILE AND WALL NEAR REAR 3- COMP SINK.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM FLOORS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FILTERS AND HOOD AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALLS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS,DUST BUILD UP ON VENTILATION VENTS IN TOILETROOMS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL AT 3- COMP SINK,DAMAGED CEILING IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM AND CEILING & WALL OVER REAR 3- COMP SINK,MIDDLE DINING AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILINGS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN MIDDLE DINING AREA,HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND WHERE NEEDED.
36
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR BROKEN SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON WOMEN'S TOILETROOM DOOR.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINKS,BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOPSINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST ELIMINATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES FROM FLOOR,UNDER BOOTH SEATS IN MIDDLE PREP AREA.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE CLEAN APRONS FOR FOOD HANDLERS.
42
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
43
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 24, 2017
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL REACH IN COOLERS, REACH IN FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND ALL PREP TABLES IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT FRONT PREP, REAR PREP, BOTH DINING ROOMS, AND BASEMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AT ALL TIMES.
34
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS AT ALL TIMES. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN REAR WALK IN COOLER, BASEMENT AND STORAGE AREA MUST BE REMOVED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 16, 2017
Routine
8 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: FOUND HANDINK IN REAR PREP AREA WITH NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS, FOUND FRONT PREP HANDSINK WITH NO PAPER TOWELS, AND BOTH BATHROOMS FOR EMPLOYEES AND CUSTOMERS WITH NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS. MANAGER INSTALLED SOAP AND TOWELS DURING INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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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: FOUND RODENT DROPPINGS IN LADIES WASHROOM, REAR WALK IN COOLER AND BASEMENT AREA. APPROXIMATELY 30-35 DROPPINGS NOTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO PERSON ON SITE WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IE...EGGS, RICE, GRITS AND POTATOES. CERTIFICATE AND PERSON MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHIE COOKINNG PREPPING, SERVING AND HOLDING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST ON SITE TO PROPERLY MEASURE SANITIZER WHILE WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING MULTI USE UTENSILS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
22
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL REACH IN COOLERS, REACH IN FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND ALL PREP TABLES IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AND FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT FRONT PREP, REAR PREP, BOTH DINING ROOMS, AND BASEMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN CLEAN AT ALL TIMES.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS AT ALL TIMES. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN REAR WALK IN COOLER, BASEMENT AND STORAGE AREA MUST BE REMOVED. CORRECT AND MAINNTAIN.
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Jun 1, 2016
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: NON COMPLIANCE WITH THE PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOTED ON 05/24/2016, REPORT #1931474, 45-OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT NOT MET INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS NON COMPLIANT SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS AND FOODS TAKEN OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND STORED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE LABELED DATED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALL FOOD PREP, DINING, WASHROOM AREAS, STORAGE AREAS, CLOSET AREAS(DIRT, DEBRIS).
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN MASSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP FROM HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. CLEAN OR REPLACE HEAVILY STAINED CEILING TILES IN FOOD PREP AREAS WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN WALLS IN DISH WASHING AND FOOD PREP AREAS WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS THROUGHOUT, AND LONG STEM METAL THERMOMETERS FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM REAR STORAGE ROOM NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, AND PROPERLY STORE ALL ITEMS NEEDED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO GAIN ACCESS TO BASEMENT AREA PREVIOUS INSPECTION, CLUTTER AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT AREA, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE BASEMENT AREA,
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May 24, 2016
Routine
13 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN MASSIVE GREASE BUILD-UP FROM HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH FOOD PREP AREAS. CLEAN OR REPLACE HEAVILY STAINED CEILING TILES IN FOOD PREP AREAS WHERE PRESENT. CLEAN WALLS IN DISH WASHING AND FOOD PREP AREAS WHERE NEEDED.
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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: IMPROPER PEST CONTROL NOTED ON PREMISES. 70 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED ON PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: SCATTERED ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM, IN BOTH DISH WASHING AREAS, REAR FOOD PREP AREA, REAR DINING ROOM AREA, IN SMALL OFFICE AREA IN MAIN DINING AREA, IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, AND IN FURNACE CLOSET. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS, FLOORS, CEILINGS, AND REAR SCREEN DOOR WHICH MUST BE TIGHT-FITTING AT THE BOTTOM AND SIDES(OPENINGS GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH NOTED) AND TORN SCREEN MUST BE REPLACED. MUST ALSO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND REQUEST A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. OVERFLOWING TRASH FOUND IN REAR OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER 6 INCHES ABOVE THE RIM OF THE RECEPTACLE. MUST KEEP THE LIDS CLOSED ON THE DUMPSTER. MUST ALSO CONSIDER ADDING AN ADDITIONAL RECEPTACLE OR PICK-UP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MGR ON PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS WERE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED(EGGS, GRITS, SANDWICHES etc), NOR FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR CURRENT RECEIPT OF ENROLLMENT PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSPECTION . SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT ON PREMISES FOR DISH WASHING AREA. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: NON COMPLIANCE WITH THE PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOTED 12-9-15 ON REPORT # 1591457: -45-OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT NOT MET INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS NON COMPLIANT VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS AND FOODS TAKEN OUT OF ORIGINAL CONTAINERS AND STORED FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS MUST BE LABELED DATED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST ALL DEEP FREEZERS IN REAR PREP AREA WITH EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP ON THE INSIDE OF THE UNITS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF ALL REFRIGERATORS AND FREEZERS, BOTH 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, ALL STORAGE SHELVES, AND PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT, ALL DINING TABLES IN REAR UNUSED DINING AREA, ALL SHELVES UNDERNEATH FRONT COUNTER, AND STORAGE SHELVES REAR STORAGE ROOM NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT ALL FOOD PREP, DINING, WASHROOM AREAS, STORAGE AREAS, CLOSET AREAS(DIRT, DEBRIS, GREASE, DROPPINGS).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS THROUGHOUT, AND LONG STEM METAL THERMOMETERS FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES FROM REAR STORAGE ROOM NEAR REAR EXIT DOOR, AND PROPERLY STORE ALL ITEMS NEEDED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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52
Dec 16, 2015
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR ON THE ONE DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND REACH IN FREEZER(REAR) AND 2 DOOR PREP COOLER (FRONT). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE INSIDE OF THE FRYER LOCATED IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR WITH FOOD AND DIRT 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 MINOR ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENTS IN THE WASHROOM AND IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT NOT MET INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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78
Dec 9, 2015
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 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 20-30 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER OF THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREA AND RECOMMEND CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (BACON), HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS, IN THE REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN THE REAR WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR ON THE ONE DOOR REFRIGERATOR AND REACH IN FREEZER(REAR) AND 2 DOOR PREP COOLER (FRONT). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS UNDER THE FLAT TOP GRILL LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE INSIDE OF THE FRYER LOCATED IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE REAR WITH FOOD AND DIRT 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 MINOR ACCUMULATED DUST ON THE VENTS IN THE WASHROOM AND IN THE FRONT CUSTOMER DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT NOT MET INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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70
Apr 2, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: SOME AREAS OF THE CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT IN POOR REPAIR; MUST REPAIR AREAS WHERE NEEDED. SEAL SMALL HOLE IN FLOOR OF BASEMENT UNDER THE STAIRS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST FROM VENTILATION FANS ON CEILINGS IN WASHROOMS.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN THE UTILITY SINK AND THE THREE COMP SINK; MUST INTALL A SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE UTILITY SINK AND THREE COMP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY EXCESSIVE ITEMS IN BASEMENT AREA AND SOME IN STORAGE AREA IN REAR OF RESTAURANT BEHIND THE PREP AREA; MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREAS AND BASEMENT.
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82
Mar 26, 2015
Routine
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON PREMISES AT ANY SINKS. FOUND HOT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 56F, WATER TEMP WAS TAKEN AGAIN AFTER TEN MINUTES AND HAD REACHED 71F. HOT WATER TANK RECOVERED BY THE END OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED THAT ESTABLISHMENT MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES OF OPERATION. RECOMMENDED INSTALLING A LARGER HOT WATER TANK IF NECESSARY. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 ISSUED.
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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: OBSERVED THIRTY MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA; MUST CLEAN AREA AND MAINTAIN. RECOMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOUND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER GREASY; CLEAN INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AROUND UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, IN STORAGE AREAS AND BASEMENT. SOME AREAS OF THE CONCRETE FLOOR IN BASEMENT IN POOR REPAIR; MUST REPAIR AREAS WHERE NEEDED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEMS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN BOTH PREP AREAS. OBSERVED SOME DUST ON VENTILATION FANS IN WASHROOMS; REMOVE DUST FROM VENTS. SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILES OBSERVED; REPLACE TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NO LIGHTSHIELDS OBSERVED ON LIGHTS IN THE PREP AREA; MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS FOR ALL LIGHTS IN THE PREP AREA.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: THE SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR THE MENS WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT CONNECTED; MUST RECONNECT SO THAT DOOR IS SELF-CLOSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION (EXHAUST) SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA IS NOT WORKING; MUST REPAIR VENTILATION SYSTEM. NO SPLASHGUARD IN BETWEEN THE UTILITY SINK AND THE THREE COMP SINK; MUST INTALL A SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE UTILITY SINK AND THREE COMP SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO THERMOMETERS FOUND IN REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA; MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: UNNECESSARY EXCESSIVE ITEMS IN BASEMENT AREA AND SOME IN STORAGE AREA IN REAR OF RESTAURANT BEHIND THE PREP AREA; MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREAS AND BASEMENT.
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61
Oct 16, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARRY ARTICLES/CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND BE ABLE TO ACCESS ALL AREA
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95
Oct 9, 2014
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: MICE DROPPINGS (OVER 30) NOTED SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN CORNERS AND ON STORAGE SHELVES IN STORAGE ROOMS. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EGGS, SAUSAGE, ETC). INSTD TO HAVE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE AND IN CORNERS NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN SAME AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: GAPS AND HOLE NOTED ALONG WALLBASE AND HOLE IN REAR STORAGE ARA. INSTD TO SEAL SAME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARRY ARTICLES/CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND BE ABLE TO ACCESS ALL AREA
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78
Aug 8, 2014
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARRY ARTICLES/CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND BE ABLE TO ACCESS ALL AREA
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95
Jul 31, 2014
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ON STORAGE SHELVES AND ALONG WALLBASE IN REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM. FRONT AND READ DOORS NOT RODENT PROOF, APPROX. 1/2 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF DOORS. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND RODENT PROOF DOORS AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS NOT MAINTAINED, EXTREMELY SLOW DRAINING. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME AND HAVE DRAINING PROPERLY. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 SERIOUS.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVING UNITS AT FRONT LINE. INSTD TO PAINT ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES. EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD-UP IN FREEZERS. REMOVE ICE. ROTTING WOOD BY SURROUNDING REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MICROWAVES, STORAGE SHELVES, AND INTERIOR OF COOLERS IN REAR NOT CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAME.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT OUT IN FRONT PREP AREA. REPLACE LIGHT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE GREASE TRAP FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINKS. INSTD TO LOCATE OR INSTALL SAME.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS AND INTERIOR THERMOMETERS FOR COOLERS IN REAR. PROVIDE SAME.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN BASEMENT. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARRY ARTICLES/CLUTTER, ORGANIZE AND BE ABLE TO ACCESS ALL AREA.
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67
Jul 17, 2013
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: THE TONGS WITH GREASY HANDLES ARE STORED IN WATER BY THE GRILL. WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE TONGS AND STORE THEM IN A CLEAN, DRY PLACE AFTER BEING SANITIZED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE SIDES OF THE GRILLS AND THE SHELVING BELOW ARE GREASY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID AREAS UNTIL THEY COME CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOOR PERIMETER HAVE SOME GREASE BUILDUP BEHIND THE FRYER AND LOOSE DEBRIS BEHIND THE REFRIGERATORS, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE EAST WALL IS BOARDED UP BECAUSE A VEHICLE DAMAGED THE WALL, SEAL THE SMALL GAPS AT THE TOP AND SIDES SO YOU CAN'T SEE LIGHT COMING THROUGH.
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Jan 23, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OPEN CANS OF BEANS WERE FOUND IN THE CAN, DISCARD THE CAN AFTER OPENING AND STORE OPEN FOOD IN A SANITARY CONTAINER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE REFRIGERATOR INTERIORS HAVE SOME FOOD BUILDUP; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE REFRIGERATOR INTERIORS. THE FRONT COUNTERS HAVE SOME DIRTY BUILDUP WHERE THE DISHES AND BUS TUB IS KEPT, CLEAN THE FRONT COUNTER FROM TOP TO BOTTOM.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE BASEBOARDS ARE DIRTY AND DAMAGED UNDER THE REAR KITCHEN HAND SINK, FRONT STOVE AND REAR PANTRY AREA, CLEAN AND REPAIR THE BASEBOARDS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH AND SANITARY. THE CEILING TILE WEST OF THE FRONT KITCHEN HOOD IS STAINED, CLEAN, PAINT OR REPLACE AS NEEDED SO IT IS CLEAN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: THE REAR PANTRY IS OVERLOADED WITH PRODUCT AND UNORGANIZED, CLEAN OUT AND ORGANIZE THE PANTRY AND MAINTAIN IN AN ORGANIZE MANNER.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE A WIPING CLOTH IN A LIGHT BLEACH SOLUTION ( 1oz PER GALLON OF WATER) TO WIPE DOWN FOOD CONTACT SURFACES AND EQUIPMENT IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREAS DAILY.
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78
Feb 1, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 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. CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA, PREP TABLES, UNDER GRILL, COOLERS, AND SHELVES IN STORAGE CLOSET.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREAS UNDER EQUIPMENT, REAR STORAGE CLOSET UNDER SHELVES, IN BASEMENT IN CORNERS, ETC.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN LOWER WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE AREA BEHIND REAR DOOR NEXT TO PANTRY; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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82
Jan 21, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 14, 2011
Routine
12 minor violations.
View 12 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER AT 47.8F & BLACK REFRIGERATOR AT 49.1F WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less.OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS STORED INSIDE OF 3- DOOR PREP COOLER & BLACK REFRIGERATOR SUCH AS EGGS 63.7F-65.5F,PAN CAKE BATTER 49.4F,COOKED POTATOES 48.5F-50.7F,HAM45.6F-47.4F,SALMON BATTER 44.9F,SOUP 44.6F,SWEET POTATOES 44.6F,.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS VOLUNTARILY DUMPED & DENATURED AT THIS TIME.APPX.13LBS.$40.
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CLUTTER & ARTICLES ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT,ALSO SEVERAL HOLES NOTED IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY POINTS.REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,SEAL OPENINGS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/14/11.
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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.OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED & SERVED AT THIS TIME SUCH AS (HAM,EGGS,ETC.)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.MUST LABLE & DATE ALL COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS.
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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 PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON COOLERS & CHEST FREEZER.
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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 GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM VENTS IN TOILET ROOM,MICROWAVE,COUNTER TOPS,UNUSED GRILL.
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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 FLOOR IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE ,SEAL MISSING WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA,OPENING IN LOWER WALLS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.SOME COOLERS & FREEZERS.
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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 ELEVATE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BASEMENT.
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Apr 9, 2010
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All hot food shall be stored at a temperature of 140F or higher. All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, FOUND 8 DOZ. EGGS ON FRONT COUNTER RANGING FROM 65.5F TO 69.9F, INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. MUST KEEP EGGS AT 40F OR BELOW. EGGS DISCARDED BY OWNER, V=$75.00. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005[A] CRITICAL.
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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. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WITH A CITY CERTIFICATE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers MUST LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE STORAGE COOLERS.
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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 BROKEN GASKETS ON PREP REACH IN COOLER DOORS AT FRONT COOKING AREA.
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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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, STOVES, GRILLS, STORAGE SHELVES, FREEZERS, FRYER, MICROWAVE OVENS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, ETC...
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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. EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DEBRIS THRU-OUT PREMISES, MUST CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT, UNDER, BEHIND, EQUIPMENT, AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT REAR MAIN KITCHEN, CLEAN HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT BOTH COOKING AREAS,AND SEAL OPENINGS ON WALLS AND CEILING TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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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. CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was New Pine Valley Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at New Pine Valley Restaurant on file is from Dec 14, 2020. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at New Pine Valley Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at New Pine Valley Restaurant.

Has New Pine Valley Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at New Pine Valley Restaurant have averaged around seven violations per visit, down from roughly 10 earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at New Pine Valley Restaurant means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.