Norman's Bistro

1001-1003 E 43Rd St, Chicago, IL 60653
American
Last inspected: Dec 11, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Norman's Bistro has been inspected 34 times since 2010. Norman's Bistro was last inspected on Dec 11, 2025. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near four violations each time.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited 24 times.

Among Chicago restaurants, the typical score is 81; Norman's Bistro is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

34
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Dec 11, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME RUST STAINS ON THE CEILING VENT ABOVE THE THREE DOOR COOLER IN THE COOKING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO PAINT. OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF SOME LIGHT SHIELDS IN NEED OF CLEANING IN THE KITCHEN AND DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILE BY THE WHEELS OF THE DEEP FRYERS IN THE COOKING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY DOES NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING; INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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86
Nov 12, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL UNDER THE HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLR ENTRY POINT FOR PEST. NOTED PEELING PAINT ABOVE THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 4, 2024
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND HANDLES SUCH CHICKEN, JAMBALAYA AND GUMBO. INSTRUCTED MANAGER A VALID CITY CERTIFED MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES WHEN TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND HANDLED. PRIORTY FOUNDATION CITATION IUSSED #7-38-012.
2
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE INTERIOR SHOOT OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN OPENING IN THE WALL AND FLOOR BASE UNDERNEATH THE ICE BIN AT THE FRONT BAR. MUST SEAL TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PESTS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS IN THE BASEMENT AND 1st FLOOR PREP AREAS.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST HAVE ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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78
Oct 4, 2023
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: THE WASHROOM IN THE STORAGE SECTION OF THE BASEMENT IS NOT SELF CLOSING; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR THE DOOR AS REQUIRED.
53
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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86
Sep 27, 2023
Routine
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: NO SIGNED COPIES OF THE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILTY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 ISSUED.
3
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 20-30 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN AREA BETWEEN REFRIGERATIO UNIT AND PREP TABLE, FOUND 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR AND 40 IN BASEMENT AREA ON THE WALL LEDGES THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE PRIOR TO NEXT WEEKS REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
38
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP KIT ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO USE IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 ISSUED.
5
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA NOT LABELED WITH NAME OF PRODUCT INSIDE OF CONTAINER; MUST LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
37
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: THE WASHROOM IN THE STORAGE SECTION OF THE BASEMENT IS NOT SELF CLOSING; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE FOR THE DOOR AS REQUIRED.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN AREAS WHERE MOUSE DROPPINGS OBSERVED IN VIOLATION #38.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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58
Jun 8, 2022
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT AND STAINS IN CEILING ABOVE LIQUOR 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAKE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-POROUS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED/LOOSE BASEBOARD IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGERS.
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86
Jun 2, 2022
Routine
2 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT COMPLETED FROM REPORT # 2528263, DATED 8/19/21. PLEASE CORRECT THE FOLLOWING: #51 UNABLE TO LOCATE BACK FLOW DEVICE AT THE LARGE COFFEE MACHINE LOCATED BEHIND WALL JUST BEYOND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #55 OBSERVED EXPOSED BRICKS THROUGHOUT BAR AREA, AND KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO STAIN TO MAKE EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST MAKE WALLS NON-POROUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
60
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: Observed no Consumer Advisory for raw or undercooked foods. Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "Items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions". PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
25
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT AND STAINS IN CEILING ABOVE LIQUOR 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR AND MAKE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE AND NON-POROUS. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED/LOOSE BASEBOARD IN EMPLOYEE RESTROOM IN BASEMENT. MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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70
Aug 19, 2021
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD EXPOSED UNDER THE COFFFEE MACHINE AND THE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OR STAIN TO MAKE EASE OF CLEANING AND SANITIZING.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP CUTS AND STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING CROSS CONTAMINATION.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE GASKET SEAL TO THE ONE DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF KEEPING PROPER REFRIGERATION TEMPS.
49
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN LOWER THREE DOOR COOLER (PROPER TEMP) INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: UNABLE TO LOCATE BACK FLOW DEVICE AT THE LARGE COFFEE MACHINE LOCATED BEHIND WALL JUST BEYOND THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NON WORKING ICE MACHINE BEHIND BAR AREA BEING USED AS STOREAGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND USE PROPERLY OR REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PRVENTING HARBORING OF PEST AND INSECTS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXPOSED BRICKS THROUGHOUT BAR AREA, KITCHEN AND DINNING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STAIN TO MAKE EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVERD WALL COVING COMING LOOSE IN BASEMENT TOILET ROOM LOCATED ON THE CATERING STORAGE SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF OIL ON THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM AND INSIDE DEEP FRYER OPENINGS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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64
Jun 24, 2019
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HALF INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM ENTRANCE DOOR BY THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MINOR DEBRIS ON THE BASEMENT FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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86
Jun 13, 2019
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED (BEEF, LAMB, EGGS, DUCK). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER FOR ALL TCS FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE ON THE MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
25
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: 3-501.13 OBSERVED FISH BEING THAWED IN ROP PACKAGING. INSTRUCTED TO THAW REDUCED OXYGEN PACKAGING FISH OUT OF THE ROP PACKAGING.
35
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED A HALF INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM ENTRANCE DOOR BY THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 OBSERVED MINOR DEBRIS ON THE BASEMENT FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
55
74
Aug 31, 2018
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 9 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-202.14 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON MOP SINK. MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR MOP SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
51
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-203.11 OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN WARE WASHING AREA. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL A HAND SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUES.
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 (C) OBSERVED READY TO EAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN PREP KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT WITH OUT DATE MARK/ MISSING; COOKED BEEF STEAK, GREENS, GUMBO, FISH, RICE, CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO UTILIZE DATE MAKRING ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER * STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-203.12 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING THERMOMETERS FOR REACH IN COOLERS/FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZER FOR FACILITY OR IN DISREPAIR. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS FOR UNITS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
36
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-302.12 (A) OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT THERMOMETERS PROVIDED FOR MEASURING COOKED FOOD TEMPERATURE. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.NO CITATION ISSUED.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: -602.11 (B) (5) OBSERVED HOUSE MADE DRESSING AND PASTRIES MISSING LABEL INFORMATION ALLERGEN, WEIGHT, INGREDENTS ETC. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIED PROPER LABELS FOR FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE.
37
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A)(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD PREPARATION AREA UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINES FOR PROPER FOOD PROTECTION.
39
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSEVED FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY HANDLE FOOD WITH OUT UTILIZING HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS HATS, HAIR COVERINGS OR HAIR NETS. ALLY FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
40
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (D) OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN FACILITY. MUST STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-204.120 OBSERVED INSIDE OF REACH IN FREEZER (FRONT) WITH ACCUMULATION OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
47
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.16 OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A POSITION THAT ALLOWS AIR-DRY WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED ACCULUMATION OF UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUOUT FACILITY, IN BASEMENT AND IN REAR OF FACILITY; DISORGANIZED AND CLUTTER FOR HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS NOT NEEDED FOR DAILY OPERATION AND ORGANIZE AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN WALK IN COOLER IN DISREPAIR IN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NON FUNCTIONAL LIGHTS INSIDE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: : 2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ON SITE FOR INSPECTION REVIEW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN.
58
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.12 (F) OBSERVED FOOD STORED AND PREPARED UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINE IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA.
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Aug 23, 2018
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 11 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 24 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-202.14 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON MOP SINK. MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR MOP SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
51
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-201.11 OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A)(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-203.11 OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN WARE WASHING AREA. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL A HAND SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUES
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 (C) OBSERVED READY TO EAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN PREP KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT WITH OUT DATE MARK/ MISSING; COOKED BEEF STEAK, GREENS, GUMBO, FISH, RICE, CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO UTILIZE DATE MAKRING ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER * STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
25
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-302.12 (A) OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT THERMOMETERS PROVIDED FOR MEASURING COOKED FOOD TEMPERATURE. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.NO CITATION ISSUED
36
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-203.12 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING THERMOMETERS FOR REACH IN COOLERS/FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZER FOR FACILITY OR IN DISREPAIR. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS FOR UNITS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-602.11 (B) (5) OBSERVED HOUSE MADE DRESSING AND PASTRIES MISSING LABEL INFORMATION ALLERGEN, WEIGHT, INGREDENTS ETC. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIED PROPER LABELS FOR FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE
37
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.15(B) OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE RECEPTACLES OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH/WASTE OPEN FOR PEST HARBORAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B); MOVED TO VIOLATION #59
54
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION #54 NOT CORRECTED. 5-501.15(B) OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE RECEPTACLES OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH/WASTE OPEN FOR PEST HARBORAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B); 8-404.13(3)A CITATION ISSUED FOR PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090
59
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.12 (F) OBSERVED FOOD STORED AND PREPARED UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINE IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA.
39
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD PREPARATION AREA UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINES FOR PROPER FOOD PROTECTION.
39
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSEVED FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY HANDLE FOOD WITH OUT UTILIZING HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS HATS, HAIR COVERINGS OR HAIR NETS. ALLY FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
40
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (D) OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN FACILITY. MUST STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-204.120 OBSERVED INSIDE OF REACH IN FREEZER (FRONT) WITH ACCUMULATION OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
47
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-502.11 OBSERVED REFUSE CONTAINER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND NOT MAINTAINED. MUST INCREASE FREQUENCY OF REFUSE REMOVAL TO MINIMIZE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.16 OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A POSITION THAT ALLOWS AIR-DRY WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED ACCULUMATION OF UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUOUT FACILITY, IN BASEMENT AND IN REAR OF FACILITY; DISORGANIZED AND CLUTTER FOR HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS NOT NEEDED FOR DAILY OPERATION AND ORGANIZE AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN WALK IN COOLER IN DISREPAIR IN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NON FUNCTIONAL LIGHTS INSIDE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ON SITE FOR INSPECTION REVIEW.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN
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Aug 16, 2018
Routine
2 critical violations. 10 major violations. 13 minor violations.
View 25 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-501.114 OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE WARE WASHING MACHING NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING DISHIES. CHLORINE RESIDUAL OF 0PPM. MUST REPAIR MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PERSON IN CHARGE CALLED ECO LAB AND REPAIRED MACHINE. 7-38-030 PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
16
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-202.14 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON MOP SINK. MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR MOP SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
51
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17 (C) OBSERVED READY TO EAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN PREP KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER IN BASEMENT WITH OUT DATE MARK/ MISSING; COOKED BEEF STEAK, GREENS, GUMBO, FISH, RICE, CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO UTILIZE DATE MAKRING ON READY TO EAT TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY REMINDER * STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-302.12 (A) OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT THERMOMETERS PROVIDED FOR MEASURING COOKED FOOD TEMPERATURE. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.NO CITATION ISSUED
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-203.12 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING THERMOMETERS FOR REACH IN COOLERS/FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLERS/FREEZER FOR FACILITY OR IN DISREPAIR. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETERS FOR UNITS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-602.11 (B) (5) OBSERVED HOUSE MADE DRESSING AND PASTRIES MISSING LABEL INFORMATION ALLERGEN, WEIGHT, INGREDENTS ETC. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIED PROPER LABELS FOR FOOD ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUE
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-501.15(B) OBSERVED OUTDOOR REFUSE RECEPTACLES OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH/WASTE OPEN FOR PEST HARBORAGE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B)CITATION ISSUED
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(A) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A)(A) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY IN PLACE AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-203.11 OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN WARE WASHING AREA. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND INSTALL A HAND SINK UNDER CITY WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUES
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.12 (F) OBSERVED FOOD STORED AND PREPARED UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINE IN PREP AREA AND STORAGE AREA.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD PREPARATION AREA UNDER SEWER LINES IN BASEMENT. MUST ENCASE ALL SEWER LINES FOR PROPER FOOD PROTECTION.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSEVED FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ACTIVELY HANDLE FOOD WITH OUT UTILIZING HAIR RESTRAINTS SUCH AS HATS, HAIR COVERINGS OR HAIR NETS. ALLY FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (D) OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN FACILITY. MUST STORE ITEMS 6 INCHES FROM FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-204.120 OBSERVED INSIDE OF REACH IN FREEZER (FRONT) WITH ACCUMULATION OF ICE BUILD UP INSIDE. MUST DETAIL CLEAN, DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN REAR BAR AREA, BASEMENT, MOP SINK IN DISREPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PERSON IN CHARGE REPAIRED AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: 5-502.11 OBSERVED REFUSE CONTAINER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE AND NOT MAINTAINED. MUST INCREASE FREQUENCY OF REFUSE REMOVAL TO MINIMIZE HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOOR TILES IN WALK IN COOLER IN DISREPAIR IN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.16 OBSERVED MOP IN A POSITION THAT DOES NOT ALLOW TO DRY PROPERLY AND PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. MUST STORE MOP AFTER USE IN A POSITION THAT ALLOWS AIR-DRY WITHOUT SOILING AND PEST HARBORAGE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114 OBSERVED ACCULUMATION OF UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THROUOUT FACILITY, IN BASEMENT AND IN REAR OF FACILITY; DISORGANIZED AND CLUTTER FOR HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS NOT NEEDED FOR DAILY OPERATION AND ORGANIZE AREAS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: NON FUNCTIONAL LIGHTS INSIDE REACH IN COOLER. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED FACILITY MISSING REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ALL REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATION FOR ALL FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES ON SITE FOR INSPECTION REVIEW.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGERS WITHOUT REQUIRED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN
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14
Aug 16, 2017
Routine
10 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 6-DRAWER COOLER UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 55.5F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW. 6-DRAWER COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED IN 6-DRAWER COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE PRE-COOKED RIBS 56.7F, RAW FISH 47.8F, RAW HAMBURGER PATTIES 46.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY $90 AND 50LBS OF PRODUCT. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS, CHEMICAL PPM 0. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE TO MAINTAIN 100 PPM. LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. OBSERVED EMPLOYEES WASHING LARGE STOCK POT IN FIRST COMPARTMENT OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR DISH MACHINE WITH NO SANITIZER AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY SETUP. OBSERVED SOAP AND WATER IN MIDDLE COMPARTMENT AND CUT GREENS IN RIGHT COMPARTMENT. OBSERVED ANOTHER EMPLOYEE WASHING METAL CONTAINERS IN BAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH NO SANITIZER AND 3-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT SET UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY SET UP 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE FOOD EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS ON UTENSIL STORAGE SHELVES IN DISH WASHING AREA.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE ALL WORN CUTTING BOARDS IN BAR AREA.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, FRYER CABINETS, GRILL, COOLERS, FREEZERS.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN PREP AREA.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED CARDBOARD BOXES OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE ICE SCOOP HANDLE UP IN BAR ICE BINS TO PREVENT BARE HAND CONTACT.
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No smoking regulations
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A DIRTY GLASS ASHTRAY FILLED WITH ASHES AND CIGARETTE BUTT AND 4 BLACK EMPTY ASHTRAYS STORED ON TOP OF YELLOW PAGES AND BOTTOM SHELF UNDER REACH-IN COOLER IN BAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ASH TRAYS. ALL ASH TRAYS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM ANY AREA WHERE SMOKING IS PROHIBITED BY THE OWNER, MANAGER, OPERATOR, OR PERSON IN CHARGE OF THAT PLACE. SMOKING IN PROHIBITED IN ALL PUBLIC PLACES AND ANY PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT. SMOKING VIOLATION 7-32-020
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61
Nov 16, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN EXTERIOR SURFACES AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS IN KITCHEN 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: THE WALL BY THE COLD PREP TABLE NEEDS PAINTING IN THE KITCHEN; PAINT WALL. A HOLE WAS OBSERVED IN THE WALL UNDERNEATH THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE BASEMENT; SEAL HOLE IN THE WALL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SOME CLUTTER OBSERVED IN THE STORAGE AREA OF THE BASEMENT; ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS.
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86
Jun 10, 2016
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: FOUND LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE NOT SANITIZING AS REQUIRED. FOUND 0 PPM CHLORINE READING ON CHLORINE TEST STRIP. INSTRUCTED THAT TEST STRIP MUST READ 100PPM. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION UNTIL SERVICED AND REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPT OF HEALTH. INSTRUCTED TO MANUALLY WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE UNTIL MACHINE IS INSPECTED BY THE CHICAO DEPT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 ISSUED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DUST OBSERVED ON CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN, ON CEILING VENTILATION FANS IN WASHROOMS AND ON SOME VENTS IN HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT; CLEAN ALL TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED. SOME STAINED CEILING OBSERVED IN KITCHEN AND IN BAR AREA; REPLACE WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN LEDGES ALONG THE WALL IN THE BASEMENT THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE DUST AND PARTICLES.
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90
Aug 19, 2015
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE UTENSILS SANITATIOM, FOUND LOW TEMP DISH WASHING MACHINE NOT SANITIZING AT FINAL RINSE, 0 PPM OBTAINED ON THE CHLORINE TEST STRIPS. MACHINE WAS BEING USED DURING INSPECTION, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030. MACHINE IS TAGGED NOT ALLOWED TO USE. MUST CONTACT THE OFFICE OF CDPH WHEN REPAIRED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CHIPPED WALL BEHIND PREP AREAS, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DURABLE SMOOTH SURFACE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF CUBES, INSTRUCTED TO STORE OFF CUBES.
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86
Aug 15, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE DROPPINGS OBSERVED AND TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN, AT BAR AND IN BASEMENT. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND SPATTER. SEAL HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. WALLS UNFINISHED IN WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT; MUST FINISH WALLS AND REPAIR WALLBASE WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE STANDING WASTE WATER FROM MOP BUCKET ONCE USED AND STORE WET MOP WITH MOP HEAD UPWARD TO DRY.
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82
Aug 7, 2014
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOUSE ACTIVITY ON PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 60 TO 75 RODENT DROPPINGS OBSERVED ON FLOOR BEHIND BAR, ON CONCRETE LEDGE IN BASEMENT BY THE THREE COMP SINK, ALONG LEDGE BY THE WALK-IN FREEZER, A TALL LEDGE BEHIND THE EMPLOYEE LOCKERS AND ON LEDGE AND FLOOR BEHIND THE SYRUP BOXES FOR SODA IN BASEMENT. SOME ALSO OBSERVED ON FLOOR IN KITCHEN AREA AROUND EQUIPMENT, THREE COMP SINK AND DISHMACHINE. CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. ANDERSON INDICATED ACTIVITY ON THEIR REPORT DATED 7/30/14. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE DROPPINGS OBSERVED AND TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN, AT BAR AND IN BASEMENT. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND SPATTER. SEAL HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. WALLS UNFINISHED IN WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT; MUST FINISH WALLS AND REPAIR WALLBASE WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE STANDING WASTE WATER FROM MOP BUCKET ONCE USED AND STORE WET MOP WITH MOP HEAD UPWARD TO DRY.
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78
Jun 20, 2014
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE DROPPINGS OBSERVED AND TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN, AT BAR AND IN BASEMENT. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND SPATTER. SEAL HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. WALLS UNFINISHED IN WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT; MUST FINISH WALLS AND REPAIR WALLBASE WHERE NEEDED.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE STANDING WASTE WATER FROM MOP BUCKET ONCE USED AND STORE WET MOP WITH MOP HEAD UPWARD TO DRY.
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82
Jun 12, 2014
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: FOUND A 0 PPM CHEMICAL SANITIZER READING AT THE LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE. INSTRUCTED THAT MACHINE MUST HAVE A SANITIZER READING OF 100 PPM FOR CHLORINE. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT COMPANY FOR SERVICE OF UNIT. UNIT IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME AND CANNOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPT OF HEALTH. MUST MANUALLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL DISHES AND UTENSILS IN THE THREE COMP SINK. DO NOT REMOVE TAG AND DO NOT USE SINK UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CDPH. 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 100 RODENT (MOUSE) DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT ON LEDGE ALONG WALL, ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES, IN WASHROOM ON FLOOR AND UPSTAIRS ON FLOOR BEHIND BAR IN REAR, IN WASHROOM ON FLOOR BY TOILET AND SINK AND UNDER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT (COOK LINE AND THREE COMP SINK). MUST CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. ALSO OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP UNDER FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND A 1/4 INCH GAP IN CORNER OF BASEMENT EXIT DOOR; MUST SEAL BOTH GAPS TO AVOID POSSIBLE RODENT ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOALATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: SLICER ON PREP TABLE IN BASEMENT, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT WHERE DROPPINGS OBSERVED AND TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN, AT BAR AND IN BASEMENT. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND SPATTER. SEAL HOLES IN WALLS AROUND PIPES UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. WALLS UNFINISHED IN WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT; MUST FINISH WALLS AND REPAIR WALLBASE WHERE NEEDED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE STANDING WASTE WATER FROM MOP BUCKET ONCE USED AND STORE WET MOP WITH MOP HEAD UPWARD TO DRY.
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74
Sep 24, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 23, 2013
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: MICE ACTIVITY REMAINS. DROPPINGS NOTED IN CUSTOMER DINING AREA. UNDER BOOTHS AND BEHIND BAR CRAWL SPACE AREA. DROPPINGS NOTED IN BASEMENT AREA ALONG WITH 1 LIVE MOUSE. CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE.
13
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF ADDITIONAL CLEANING. MUST CORRECT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE,UNDER SINKS,UNDER SHELVES,IN BAR AREAS AND IN STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE,FOOD DEBRIS AND MICE DROPPINGS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND LEDGES IN 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL ITEMS IN BASEMENT SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER UNDER BASEMENT STAIRS. ALSO REMOVE CLUTTER FROM CRAWL SPACE BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA
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78
Sep 20, 2013
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: DISH MACHINE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. NO CHLORINE REGISTERING ON INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE DURING THE FINAL RINSE CYCLE. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: NOTED EVIDENCE OF RODENT INFESTATION ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS ON INTERIOR OF CRAWL SPACE BEHIND FRONT BAR AREA,60 DROPPINGS IN THE DINING AREA BEHIND CUSTOMER SEATING,BEHIND STORAGE SCREEN AND IN WAIT STATION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 DROPPINGS IN THE WASHROOMS ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND 50 DROPPINGS ON SHELVES AND IN LIQUOR STORAGE CABINET BEHIND REAR BAR. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 30 MICE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE BEHIND REAR BAR AND UNDER SHELVES IN THE REAR HALLWAY. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 80 MICE DROPPINGS IN PREP KITCHEN INSIDE FRYERS,IN OVEN,ALONG SIDE COOLERS,UNDER COOK LINE,BEHIND DISH MACHINE, AND UNDER SHELVES. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 200 DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA ALONG WALLS,ON LEDGES,ON THE SIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLERS,UNDER SHELVES,ON INTERIOR OF STOVE AND OVENS AND THROUGHOUT. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 10-15 SMALL AND LARGE FLIES IN REAR BAR AREA,IN PREP KITCHEN AND IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FRYERS,OVENS,STOVES,COOLERS,SINKS,PREP TABLES,SHELVES AND ALL SURFACES THROUGHOUT ALL PREP AREAS,BAR AREAS AND STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE,FOOD DEBRIS AND MICE DROPPINGS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF BOTH ICE MACHINES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE FLOORS UNDER COOK LINE,UNDER SINKS,UNDER SHELVES,IN BAR AREAS AND IN STORAGE AREAS. MUST REMOVE GREASE,FOOD DEBRIS AND MICE DROPPINGS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AND LEDGES IN 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT PREP AREAS.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE ALL ITEMS IN BASEMENT SIX INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. MUST REMOVE CLUTTER UNDER BASEMENT STAIRS.
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70
Apr 24, 2013
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED IN PREP AREA. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. ALL RAW WOOD IN BASEMENT MUST BE SEALED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. 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 THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. CARPET MUST BE REMOVED FROM STAIRS TO BETTER MONITOR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN DISH AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER AND BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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82
Apr 17, 2013
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: FOUND OVER 50-55 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON BOTH SIDES OF BASEMENT AND UNDER DISH MACHINE ON 1ST FLOOR. MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED EVIDENCE OF MICE ACTIVITY
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEW CUTTING BOARDS NEEDED IN PREP AREA. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. ALL RAW WOOD IN BASEMENT MUST BE SEALED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. 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 THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT. CARPET MUST BE REMOVED FROM STAIRS TO BETTER MONITOR. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS IN DISH AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTER AND 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: ALL TOILET ROOMS IN NEED OF CLEANING. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ALL ARTICLES IN BASEMENT IN NEED OF ORGANIZING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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May 24, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ENCASE DRAIN PIPE ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA OR RELOCATE SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT. SINKS AND TOILETS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN VENT COVERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN BASEMENT WASHROOMS AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALL DEAD FLIES FROM WALLS AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND WASHROOMS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE TOP OF BASEMENT STAIR CASE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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May 4, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND WASHING FACILITIES AND HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT READILY ACCESSIBLE. NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS FOUND AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA. ALSO NO PAPER TOWELS FOUND AT WASHBOWLS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS IN BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE. ALSO NOTED EXPOSED HAND SINK AT BAR AREA COMPLETELY OBSTRUCTED WITH MAGIZINES,A CLIPBOARD,RECEIPT PAPER,A HAMMER AND VARIOUS OTHER ITEMS. MUST REMOVE ALL ITEMS FROM INTERIOR OF HAND SINK AND USE FOR HAND WASHING. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 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 EVIDENCE OF RODENTS AND INSECTS ON SITE AND NO UPDATED COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 60-70 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED AT WAIT STATION,ALONG SOUTH WALL OF DINING ROOM BEHIND BOOTH,IN 1ST FLOOR PREP AREA ALONG SIDE THE DISHMACHINE,BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS AND UNDER SHELVES. ALSO NOTED DROPPINGS IN WASHROOMS,BEHIND THE BAR,IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA ON CONCRETE LEDGES,BEHIND EQUIPMENT,ALONG WALLS,IN CORNERS,ON SHELVES AND IN STORAGE CABINETS. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 10-12 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP AREA AND BASEMENT WASHROOMS. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. ALSO, NO UPDATED COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE COMPLETE LOG BOOK CONTAINING ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST ENCASE DRAIN PIPE ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA OR RELOCATE SINK.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT. SINKS AND TOILETS IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN VENT COVERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD AND OTHER DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN BASEMENT WASHROOMS AND STORAGE AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE MORE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS WHERE NEEDED.
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Feb 6, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY.(MUST STORE INVERTED)
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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. SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES, CONTAINERS, MUFFIN PANS, POTS, VENTILATION HOOD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT SWEPT AT PREMISES ALONG WALLS.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: REPAIR SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON WASHROOM DOORS.
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Jan 30, 2012
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: 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 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS IN PREP AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL PANEL IN BAR AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG SOUTH WALL BEHIND BOOTH IN BAR AREA, 50-60 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND LEDGES IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY.(MUST STORE INVERTED)
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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. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES, VENTILATION HOOD.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT SWEPT AT PREMISES 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. SEAL ALL BRICK WALLS IN BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN (SPILLS).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT MOP SINK. CLEAN CLOGGED DRAIN IN BAR AREA. PROVIDE VENTILATION IN BASEMENT WASHROOMS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER AT BASEMENT (OLD EQUIPMENT, BOXES, ETC). REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BASEMENT AND OUTSIDE AREAS.
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Jan 24, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
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Nov 17, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY.(MUST STORE INVERTED)
31
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT SWEPT AT PREMISES ALONG WALLS.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT MOP SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: FOUND CLUTTER AT BASEMENT.(OLD EQUIPMENT, BOXES, ETC.)
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Apr 29, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 30, 2010
License
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: 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. MAKE ALL EXIT DOORS TIGHT FITTING. PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK TO INCLUDE A COPY OF THE STATE LICENSE CURRENT FOR TECH AND COMPANY, MAP OF PREMISES, COPY OF MSDS (PESTICIDES) AND RECEIPTS.
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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. KEEP DUMPSTER LIDS TIGHT FITTING.
19
Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
Inspector notes: In all food establishments, toilet facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall include an adequate supply of hot and cold or tempered water, soap, and approved sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices. PROVIDE SMALL GARBAGE LIDS IN ALL BATHROOMS.
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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. MAKE ALL WALLS TIGHT FITTING SEALING ALL HOLES, SEAL ALL RAW STONE/CONCRETE/BRICKS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE A 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WITH GREASE TRAP, CONNECTED TO CITY WATER PRESSURE.
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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. PROVID THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS/FREESERS.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Norman's Bistro last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Norman's Bistro on file is from Dec 11, 2025. The public record contains 34 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Norman's Bistro?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 24 times, more than any other issue at Norman's Bistro.

Has Norman's Bistro's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Norman's Bistro have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Norman's Bistro means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Norman's Bistro inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Norman's Bistro is inspected around two times per year on average.