Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2026
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Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote has been inspected 25 times since 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 23, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
The picture has improved over the last few visits: recent inspections have averaged around four violations, down from roughly six violations earlier in the record.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code”, showing up 15 times.
Compared to other Chicago restaurants (averaging 81), there's room to close the gap. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2026
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTI-USE CONTAINER STORED INSIDE UTILITY SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT IN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED CLEAN MULIT-USE EQUIPMENT STORED INSIDE LARGE CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI-USE EQUIPMENT.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET AND SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ALONG STAIRWAY AND ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STAIRWAY AND FLOOR IN BASEMENT.
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Nov 13, 2025
Routine
3 minor violations.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INSIDE PANEL OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP FAUCET. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HOOD AND FILTERS DIRTY ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Dec 16, 2024
Recent Inspection
2 major violations. 1 minor violation.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: 8-304.11(A)NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE FROM 12-08-23, REPORT #. 2586571 EW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-42-010(B), CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 12/08/23 REPORT 2586571 NOT CORRECTED: 57 - NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E) NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD-GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Dec 12, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 12/08/23 REPORT 2586571 NOT CORRECTED: 57 - NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED ON SITE FROM 12-08-23, REPORT #. 2586571 EW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION: 7-42-010(B), CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.11(A2) NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD-GRADE CONTAINERS.
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Dec 8, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 12/12/22 REPORT 2568358 NOT CORRECTED: 57 - NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: PLASTIC AND TOWELS BEING USED TO LINE STORAGE SHELVES AND ROLLING STORAGE CARTS. INSTD TO REMOVE SAME SO AS SURFACE TO BE SMOOTH, EVEN, AND EASILY CLEANABLE. RUSTY SURFACES NOTED ON BOTTOM SHELVES OF PREP TABLES. INSTD TO REMOVE RUST AND MAINTAIN
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH REAR HANDWASH SINK. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: SEE 60
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: MISSING ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGERS. INSTD TO OBTAIN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE
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Dec 12, 2022
Reinspection
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT REAR HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HAND DRYING PROVISION AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7038-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. (PIC PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT END OF INSPECTION).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP ON FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ON FILTERS IN REAR PREP AREA OVER HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF INGREDIENTS (SUGAR, FLOUR) NOT LABELED WITH COMMON INGREDIENT NAME. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN ALL CONTAINERS WITH BULK ITEMS WITH COMMON INGREDIENT NAME.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED, LAYING ON TABLES OUTSIDE OF SANITATION SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS AND MAINTAIN.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UTENSILS(BOWLS, SCOOPS) STORED IN CONTAINERS OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN UTENSILS PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COLD HOLDING UNITS AND REFRIGERATORS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR LID OF OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE ITEMS AND STORE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Dec 5, 2022
Routine
4 major violations. 13 minor violations.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE TRAP TO BE RUSTED AND SEEPING WASTE LIQUID AT BOTTOM. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-025
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ACQUIRE FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER TRAINING AND RETAIN RECORDS/CERTIFICATION ON SITE FRO REVIEW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (SOUPS, SAUCES) NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE PRODUCT'S NAME AND DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE SOLD, DISCARDED OR CONSUMED WITHIN 7 DAYS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER LABELS FOR DATE MARKING AND DISCARD DATE FOR REFRIGERATED, READY-TO-EAT, TCS FOODS HELD OVER 24HRS PLACED IN ALL COLD-HOLDING UNITS. PIC DENATURED AND DISPOSED OF ALL ITEMS WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AT A COST OF $50 AND 10LBS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ASTERISK ON MENU MARKING UNDERCOOKED ITEMS( OVER EASY EGGS, OYSTERS) LINKING TO FOOTNOTE ON MENU FOR CONSUMER ADVISORY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ADD ASTERISK TO ALL UNDER COOKED ITEMS AND MAINTAIN ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN SITE WITH FOODSERVICE SANITATION TRAINING.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT REAR HANDWASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS OF INGREDIENTS (SUGAR, FLOUR) NOT LABELED WITH COMMON INGREDIENT NAME. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN ALL CONTAINERS WITH BULK ITEMS WITH COMMON INGREDIENT NAME.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS NOT PROPERLY STORED, LAYING ON TABLES OUTSIDE OF SANITATION SOLUTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROPERLY STORE ALL WIPING CLOTHS AND MAINTAIN.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UTENSILS(BOWLS, SCOOPS) STORED IN CONTAINERS OF FOOD. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN UTENSILS PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF RESIDUE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RESIDUE ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COLD HOLDING UNITS AND REFRIGERATORS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR LID OF OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ORGANIZE ITEMS AND STORE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP ON FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE ON FILTERS IN REAR PREP AREA OVER HOT COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Oct 15, 2020
Routine
2 major violations. 10 minor violations.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ONSITE DURING THE INSPECTION WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION LICENSE, WHILE TCS FOODS; BEEF 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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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION DATE 4/17/19. VIOLATION #58: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. VIOLATION STILL EXIST. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE TORN REFRIGERATION GASKETS ON MULTIPLE REFRIGERATION UNITS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPLACE ALL TORN GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN CUTTING BLADE ON MOUNTED CAN OPENER. Cutting or piercing parts of can openers shall be readily removable for cleaning and for replacement. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN DRIED FOOD DEBRIS FROM INTERIOR CONTACT SURFACES OF REACH IN COOLERS IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN STAFF GENDER NEUTRAL TOILET ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL SELF-CLOSING DEVICE ON MENS & WOMENS TOILET ROOMS, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL HOOKS FOR WET MOPS TO DRY PROPERLY, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUS DETAIL CLEAN LOOSE FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR BROKEN FLOOR TILES ROUND THE MOP SINK. REMOVE EXCESSIVE FOAM SEALING FROM CRACKS IN WALLS IN PREP AREA. REPAIR UNFINISHED WALLS IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE ACCUMULATION FROM HOOD FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE BURNED LIGHT IN HOOD IN FOOD PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 17, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
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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.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS ON PREMISES DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY, ALONG WITH THE NECESSARY CLEAN-UP KIT ITEMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT/TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, SHRIMP, ETC) WITHOUT PROPER DATE MARKING AND DISPOSITION. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL TCS FOODS BEING PREPARED ON PREMISES AND STORED 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/UNDER COOKED 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-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOPER STORED INSIDE THE ICE OF THE ICE MACHINE IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINERS IN THE REAR BACK OF THE ESTABLISHMENTS WITH SUGAR, SALT, FLOUR, ETC.) INSTRUCTED THAT BULK CONTAINERS MUST PROPERLY LABELED
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SOUP SPOON INSIDE A LARGE BULK CONTAINER OF SALAS IN THE FRONT COOLER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE USE SERVICE ARTICLES (SPOONS) STORED INSIDE THE CUPS OF SALSA IN THE FRONT COOLER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE FOOD ITEMS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER------OBSERVED BLACK CRATES AND WOODEN CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.--------OBSERVED PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS BEING USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/REPLACE WITH FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF THE STOVE, OVENS, AND DEEP FRYERS ENCASED WITH GREASE AND DIRT DEPOSITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE MOP SINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND INSTALL FOR SERVICING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN AREA IN DISREPAIR AND ROUGH SURFACED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AS FLOORS SHOULD BE SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHT SHIELDS ON THE LIGHTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA, KITCHEN PREP AREA, AND IN THE REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FROM THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL MANAGERS WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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May 30, 2018
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SIDE TRIM ON PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA,WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED LOWER DOOR THAT SEPERATES REAR PREP AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL BROKEN CONCRETE AND HOLES IN BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR 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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL AND WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA,UNFINSHED WALL AND LEDGE IN FRONT BEVERAGE AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A ACCESS PANEL TO BASEMENT WALL WHERE DIRT AND OTHER ARTICLES ARE IN CRAWL SPACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT FRONT BAR/ BEVERAGE PREP AREA.MST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN STAFF WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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May 25, 2018
Reinspection
12 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2169925 5/17/18 NOT CORRECTED #29-#33-MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AT HOOD VENTILATION,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#34-FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP.FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY, FREE FROM WATER.FLOORS UNDER PREP TABLES.MUST BE REPAIRED.MISSING TILES AND ALLOWING WATER TO POOL.CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.#35-WALLS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#40-ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-42-090).
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Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2169925 5/17/18 #18- STILL OBSERVED RODENT DROPPINGS & LIVE SMALL FLIES AND DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. DROPPINGS ARE BEING REMOVED,AREAS BEING CLEANED AND SANITIZED.DOOR SWEEPS ARE BEING INSTALLED.PEST CONTROL SUPERVISOR ARRIVED ON SITE AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT PLASTIC UTENSIL WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SIDE TRIM ON PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA,WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED LOWER DOOR THAT SEPERATES REAR PREP AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP TABLES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ROLLING CARTS,CUTTING BOARDS,EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS,REACH IN FREEZER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL AND WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA,UNFINSHED WALL AND LEDGE IN FRONT BEVERAGE AREA
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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 PROVIDE A ACCESS PANEL TO BASEMENT WALL WHERE DIRT AND OTHER ARTICLES ARE IN CRAWL SPACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT FRONT BAR/ BEVERAGE PREP AREA.MST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN STAFF WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: 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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55
May 17, 2018
Routine
16 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF APPX.30 GALLONS OF COOKED FISH SOUP AT 53.4F IN A LARGE POT ON THE FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW.APPX.30 GALLONS.$150(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULITUSE UTENSILS(POTS,SPOONS,LIDS,ETC) NOT BEING PROPERLY SANITIZED THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT IS SET UP WITH SOAP AND RINSED UNDER RUNNING WATER AND DISHES BEING STORED ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON HOW TO SET UP SINK TO PROPERLY WASH ,RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS AT THIS TIME.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED A BOWL AND A SCRUBBING PAD INSIDE OF HAND SINK BASIN WHILE DISHES ARE BEING WASHED AT THIS TIME.EMPLOYEE REMOVED ARTICLES FROM SINK AT THIS TIME.MUST KEEP ARTICLES OUT OF SINK AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
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No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 2- LIVE GRAY IN COLOR BIRDS FLYING AROUND THE DOOR AND STAIR CASE THAT LEADS INTO BASEMENT AND BIRD FECES ON STAIRS.MUST REMOVE LIVE BIRDS AND BIRD FECES,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS .RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES(CRITICAL 7-38-020).BIRD AND FECES HAVE BEEN REMOVED FROM PREMISES AT THIS TIME.
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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.40 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER REAR FOOD AND DISH STORAGE SHELVES,ON FLOOR UNDER AND ON PALLETS,ON WALL BASE NEAR HOT WATER TANK,INSIDE OF LOWER LEDGE OF SPACE HEATER AND ON WALL BASE AND FLOOR IN EMPLOYEES WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT ENTRY DOOR.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES IN BASEMENT ON 5/18/18 MUST REMOVE RODENT DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS AND RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/17/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #1648229 4/28/17 NOT CORRECTED #33-MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP AT HOOD VENTILATION,PREP TABLES,INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS,COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#34-FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP.FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY, FREE FROM WATER.FLOORS UNDER PREP TABLES.MUST BE REPAIRED.MISSING TILES AND ALLOWING WATER TO POOL.CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.#35-WALLS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS.MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.#38-3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF FAUCET.3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF 2 STOPPERS.MUST INSTALL.#40-ALL REACH IN COOLERS IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS.MUST PROVIDE.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED DESSERTS FOR SALE WITH PROPER INFO GIVEN.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST INVERT PLASTIC UTENSIL WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED SIDE TRIM ON PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA,WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,DAMAGED LOWER DOOR THAT SEPERATES REAR PREP AREA AND DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND PREP TABLES..
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ROLLING CARTS,CUTTING BOARDS,EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CANS,REACH IN FREEZER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST GROUT FLOOR WHERE NEED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL BROKEN CONCRETE AND HOLES IN BASEMENT FLOOR.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER ON BASEMENT FLOOR AND KEEP DRY
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A ACCESS PANEL TO BASEMENT WALL WHERE DIRT AND OTHER ARTICLES ARE IN CRAWL SPACE
35
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL AND WALL TRIM IN DISH WASHING AREA,UNFINSHED WALL AND LEDGE IN FRONT BEVERAGE AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT FRONT BAR/ BEVERAGE PREP AREA.MST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN STAFF WOMEN'S TOILETROOM.
38
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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45
May 15, 2017
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP: HOOD VENTILATION, PREP TABLES, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, LARGE CAN OPENER, AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY FREE FROM WATER. FLOOR UNDER PREP TABLE MUST BE REPAIRED, MISSING TILES AND ALLOWING WATER TO POOL. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF FAUCET. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF 2 STOPPERS. MUST INSTALL.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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78
Apr 28, 2017
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND REACH IN COOLER IN PREP AREA AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 58.2 DEGREES. COOLER IS BEING TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. COOLER MAY NIT BE USE UNTI REINSPECTED BY THE CDPH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: COOKED SHRIMP 52.3 DEGREES 20 LBS, COOKED OCTOPUS 52.4 5 LBS, COOKED GROUND FISH 48.9 DEGREES 10 LBS, RAW BEEF 56.4 DEGREES 5LBS, RAW CHICKEN 54.3 DEGREES 3 LBS, ETC... ALL ITEMS HAVE BEEN DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. TOTAL VALUE 43 LBS $149.00 CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS AT HANDSINK IN DISHWASHING/PREP AREA TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED SOAP AND TOWELS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP: HOOD VENTILATION, PREP TABLES, INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLERS, LARGE CAN OPENER, AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. FLOORS MUST BE KEPT DRY FREE FROM WATER. FLOOR UNDER PREP TABLE MUST BE REPAIRED, MISSING TILES AND ALLOWING WATER TO POOL. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALLS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPLATTERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR FOOD STORAGE IN NEED OF LIGHT SHIELDS. WALK IN COOLER LIGHT IN NEED OF SHIELD. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF FAUCET. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN NEED OF 2 STOPPERS. MUST INSTALL.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND WALK IN COOLER IN NEED OF THERMOMETERS. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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64
Jul 21, 2016
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN REAR OF PREMISES
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90
Jul 14, 2016
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE ICE MACHINE TO HAVE BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCE INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE THE ICE IS BEING MADE,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ICE MACHINE,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
16
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#1591855 DATE 12-17-2015 (38)OBSERVED A EXPOSED HANDSINK IS NEEDED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND SINK.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
29
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA IN REAR OF PREMISES
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82
Dec 17, 2015
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SHRIMP, BEANS, FISH) INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER, REFRIGERATOR AND PREP COOLER, HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS, WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABELS ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. OBSERVED DESSERTS FOR SALE WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS LOCATED AT THE REACH IN COOLER AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH BUSINESS INFORMATION AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE PREP COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD, STAINED WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES ATTACHED TO THE PREP COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GASKETS ON ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS THRU OUT IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A EXPOSED HAND SINK IS NEEDED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND SINK.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE MALE COOK WITHOUT THE FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MEET FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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74
Dec 10, 2015
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE BY THE ICE MAKER HAS AN ACCUMULATED BLACK SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO DISCARD ICE, AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE TO DO SO. OBSERVED DISHES BEING STORED UNDER A SEWER PIPE IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND STORE UTENSILS IN A DIFFERENT LOCATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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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 LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY, 5 ROACHES INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED LIVE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, 25 SMALL FLIES ON THE WALLS AND SHELVES OF THE DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE REAR. OBSERVED 30 RODENT DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL AND IN THE CORNERS THRU OUT THE DRY STORAGE ROOM LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/4 INCH GAP. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FRONT DOOR RODENT PROOFED AND MAINTAIN. 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 (SHRIMP, BEANS, FISH) INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER, REFRIGERATOR AND PREP COOLER, HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS, WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT NAME AND DATE. INSTRUCTED TO LABELS ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS. OBSERVED DESSERTS FOR SALE WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS LOCATED AT THE REACH IN COOLER AT THE FRONT CUSTOMER SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH BUSINESS INFORMATION AND MAINTAIN.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVES IN THE DISH WASHING AREA AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE SHELVES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED THE PREP COOLER DOOR IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A CUTTING BOARD, STAINED WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES ATTACHED TO THE PREP COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE SAID CUTTING BOARD AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GASKETS ON ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS THRU OUT IN NEED OF MINOR CLEANING TO REMOVE FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A EXPOSED HAND SINK IS NEEDED IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE EXPOSED HAND SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT BEING STORED DIRECTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE MALE COOK WITHOUT THE FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT. INSTRUCTED TO MEET FOOD HANDLER'S REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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64
Mar 5, 2015
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, GRILLS, GRINDERS ETC).
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS NEED CLEANING; CLEAN SAME.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE HOODED SYSTEM NEED CLEANING; CLEAN VENTS.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO BACKFLOW DEVICES OBSERVED AT THE LARGE ICE MACHINE OR AT THE UTILITY SINK; MUST INSTALL BACKFLOW DEVICES AT THE ICE MACHINE AND THE UTILITY SINK. THE VENTILATION FAN IN THE MENS WASHROOM IS NOT WORKING; MUST REPAIR VENT FAN ON CEILING OF MENS WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN REAR STORAGE AREA; REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO AVOID CLUTTER.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: TWO FOOD HANDLERS IN KITCHEN DO NOT HAVE THE IDPH REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE; MUST OBTAIN.
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74
Sep 12, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: GROCERY BAGS BEING USED TO STORE FOOD. INSTD TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: LIGHTSHIELDS THRU-OUT NOT CLEAN. CLEAN SAME. INTERIOR DOOR FRAME OF WALK-IN FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR, EXPOSED RAW WOOD. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING PROPER STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. PROVIDE SAME.
38
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: IMPROPER FOOD DISPENSING UTENSILS (STYROFOAM CUPS) BEING USED. INSTD TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND STORE PROPERLY (LADLES, ETC)
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82
Jul 16, 2013
Suspected Food Poisoning
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE WALK IN COOLER WALLS ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE COOLER WALLS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: THE FLOOR BEHIND THE STOVES IS DIRTY, CLEAN THE FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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90
Feb 27, 2013
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: THE KNIVES IN THE HOLDER ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE KNIVES PRIOR TO PUTTING INTO STORAGE.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE SHELVING ABOVE THE SALAD PREP COOLER IS DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE SHELVING.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE COOKING AND PREP TABLE SURFACES HAVE FOOD PARTICLES WHICH NEED TO BE WIPED OFF AFTER USE, STORE A WIPING CLOTH IN SANITIZING SOLUTION FOR EASY, SANITARY WIPE DOWNS.
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86
Feb 17, 2012
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS VIOLATIONS CORRECTED. MUST RESEAL OR REPLACE LOOSE RUBBER GASKET AT TALL TWO DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN TO AVOID ESCAPING AIR. (UNIT HOLDING AT PROPER TEMP AT THIS TIME.
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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 FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND SOME EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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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. PAINT WALL OF EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN REAR OF KITCHEN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR VENTILATION FAN IN MENS WASHROOM.
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82
Apr 11, 2011
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
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 COOKED FOODS IN WALK IN COOLER.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MUST STORE PLASTIC WARE PROPERLY.
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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 & SIGN FOR WOMEN CUSTOMER TOILET ROM. MUST REMOVE RUST FROM GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TRIM IN POOR REPAIR ON EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,WALK IN FREEZER DOOR INTERIOR IN POOR REPAIR,PREP TABLE LOWER SHELF IN POOR REPAIR
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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 CAN OPENER BLADE,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,VENTS.
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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 REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE IN DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE,SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR AT FRONT WINDOW,HOLE IN FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE,WALK IN COOLER FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR.
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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 CEILING IN POOR REPAIR IN REAR PREP AREA & DINING AREA,LOOSE & MISSING WALL BASES IN DINING AREA,WALL TRIM AT BASEMENT DOOR.,DAMAGED WALL TILE IN DINING AREA,WORN DOOR SWEEP ON FRONT DOOR.MUST SEAL OPENING AROUND PIPES & WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL IN EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST PROVIDE END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN 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 BACK FLOW DEVICE ON MOP SINK.
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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 REMOVE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES ON SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.
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64
Jun 24, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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 IN WALK IN COOLER, AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.
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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, AND SEAL RUSTY BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES.
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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, FREEZER, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, AND STORAGE SHELVES.
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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 STORAGE ROOM FLOOR.
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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 CEILING THRU-OUT DINING AREA, AND CLEAN DISH WASHING AREA CEILING.
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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. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR COOLERS.
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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: CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote on file is from Apr 23, 2026. The public record contains 25 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote.
Has Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote have averaged around four violations per visit, down from roughly six earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote 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 Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Ostioneria Restaurant El El Tecolote is inspected around two times per year on average.
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