Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe
Last inspected: Apr 23, 2020
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Score
Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe appears in inspection records 18 times, starting in 2010. The most recent visit was on Apr 23, 2020. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones. The file hasn't been updated since Apr 23, 2020, so take the current picture with that in mind.
The trend has not been favorable: recent inspections average around 12 violations each, up from closer to eight violations before.
“Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” comes up most often, recorded 10 times in the inspection record.
By comparison, the average Chicago facility scores 81, putting Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe on the weaker side. The pattern in the record is worth a careful look.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
8
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 23, 2020
Reinspection
3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED FACILITY WITH USE OF THE SAMPLE CLEAN UP POLICY PROVIDED FROM CDPH WEBSITE AND MISSING SUPPLIES LISTED. MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY OF BOTH A CLEAN UP POLICY AND ADEQUATE SUPPLIES (DISPOSABLE MOP, DISPOSABLE LATEX GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MASK, AND ADEQUATE SANITIZER *MUST ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS*) ON SITE TO PROPERLY CLEAN UP ANY VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-204.11 OBSERVED NO HANDSINK IN THE CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE COFFEE AREA LOCATED ALONG SIDE OF PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDSINK ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE STANDARDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 NOTED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE WHILE PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS DURING INSPECTION. PRESENTED SERVSAFE CERT WITH 10/21/2019 EXAM DATE DURING RE-INSPECTION. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
2
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT BOTH PREP HANDSINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-305.11 OBSERVED POT/PANS, FOOD CONTAINERS AND BOXES CONTAINING FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
40
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL SURFACES IN THE PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 NOTED THE INTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO PERSONS ON SITE WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Apr 16, 2020
Routine
10 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 22 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT WATER ABOVE 120F AT THE WASHBOWL SINK IN THE WASHROOM NEAREST THE REAR EXIT DOOR. NO COLD WATER WAS PROVIDED AT THE WASHBOWL SINK WHEN NOZZLE IS TURNED ON. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER BETWEEN 100-120F AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDSINK IN THE CUSTOMER SELF-SERVICE COFFEE AREA LOCATED ALONG SIDE OF PREP COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDSINK ACCORDING TO FOOD CODE STANDARDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOTH WASHROOMS WITHOUT TOILET TISSUE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A SUPPLY OF TOILET TISSUE MUST BE AVAILABLE AT EACH TOILET. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 OF 2 HANDSINKS IN PREP AREA NOT STOCKED WITH HAND SOAP. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT HAND SOAP MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWEL IN 1 OF 2 WASHROOMS. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT PAPER TOWELS MUST BE AVAILABLE AT HAND SINKS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY-TO-EAT, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOODS (SLICED TOMATOES, CHEESE) 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. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE PRINTED MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED RAW OR UNDERCOOKED. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS (EGGS ANY STYLE, STEAK, BEEF BURGERS ETC.) THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW AND ADD A REMINDER ON THE MENU THAT READS: *THESE ITEMS CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. CONSUMING UNDERCOOKED OR RAW FOODS CAN INCREASE YOUR RISK OF FOODBORNE ILLNESS. (REFER TO CDPH CONSUMER ADVISORY HANDOUT) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS (COOKED EGGS, SAUSAGE ETC.) WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. POSTED CERTIFICATE IS EXPIRED. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT AN ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED AND CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST ALSO BE ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AND MAINTAIN WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT BOTH PREP HANDSINKS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REACH IN COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POT/PANS, FOOD CONTAINERS AND BOXES CONTAINING FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED SHELVING UNITS.
39
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
40
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL SURFACES IN THE PREP AREA. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT (GRILLTOP AND FRYER) AND SURROUNDING WALL/FLOORS IN THE PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: NOTED THE INTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE BOTH WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED VENT HOOD MISSING MIDDLE FILTER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS AT ALL TIMES.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSONS ON SITE WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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Oct 1, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE NOR REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (EGGS, BURGERS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
25
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED A THERMOMETER IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
36
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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78
Sep 24, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 5 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15(A) OBSERVED PLUMBING NOT REPAIRED ACCORDING TO LAW. OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR, WHEN THE HOT OR COLD WATER IS TURNED ON THERE IS A VERY HEAVY LEAK AND WATER SHOOTS OUT OF THE HOT WATER KNOB, ALSO OBSERVED A HEAVY LEAK UNDER THE LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE ON NOR MANAGER SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CON CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (EGGS, PORK) ARE BEING HANDLED PREPARED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE AND MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE NOR ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO PROPERLY RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005.
5
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE NOR REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (EGGS, BURGERS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4) OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2222532 DATED 9/19/18; 49-4-602.13 OBSERVED VARIOUS EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: EXTERIOR SURFACE OF GRILL AND FRYER, AREA UNDERNEATH GRILL, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND TOP/BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES. 55-6-501.12 THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS AND MAINTAIN. THE WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED AND DIRT; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 56-6-501.14 THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IS NOT CLEAN. OBSERVED HEAVY DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP ON THE VENTS IN THE SYSTEM AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE SYSTEM; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 57-2-102.13 INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. 58-PA 100-0367 INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED A THERMOMETER IS NEEDED INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
36
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Sep 19, 2018
Routine
5 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-102.12 OWNER HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED OWNER TO OBTAIN A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE REQUIRED TO PREPARE AND SERVE TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-202.11 NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012(A).
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE ON PREMISES AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT A VOMIT AND DIARRHEAL CLEAN UP PROCEDURE MUST BE DOCUMENTED AND THE NECESSARY SUPPLIES ON HAND IN THE EVENT OF A VOMIT OR DIARRHEAL INCIDENT ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: 3-501.17(C) OBSERVED READY TO EAT TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD (TCS) INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNIT WITH OUT DATE MARKING. COOKED CHICKEN, SLICED HAM. INSTRUCTED THE PIC TO UTILIZE DATE MARKINGS ON READY TO EAT (TCS) FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED RESTAURANT MISSING THE REQUIRED CONSUMER ADVISORY STATEMENT FOR THE FOOD PRODUCTS OFFERED. MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED INFO ON MENU. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLAITON 7-38-005.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: PA 100-0367 INSTRUCTED THE PIC THAT THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
58
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 OBSERVED VARIOUS EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENT: EXTERIOR SURFACE OF GRILL AND FRYER, AREA UNDERNEATH GRILL, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYER, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND TOP/BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS. ALSO CLEAN FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS AND MAINTAIN. THE WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEED DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED AND DIRT; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IS NOT CLEAN. OBSERVED HEAVY DUST AND GREASE BUILD UP ON THE VENTS IN THE SYSTEM AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACE OF THE SYSTEM; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Jun 8, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR DISPLAYED OR OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF GREASE AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE CABINETS OF FOOD SPILLS ON DOORS, AND CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALLS IN PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRCUTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE REAR OUTSIDE AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE AT FOOD PREP AREA
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74
Apr 10, 2017
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER ON SITE ,CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR
9
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALIAD CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED OR DISPLAYED INSPECTION.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
21
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF GREASE AND OLD FOOD DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT FOOD PREP AREA,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE REAR OUTSIDE AREA,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE AT FOOD PREP AREA
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74
Dec 20, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS: EGGS, CHICKEN, BEEF. A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-012.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY STORE KNIVES IN KNIFE RACK CLEAN/SANITIZED WHEN NOT IN USE.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, ALSO FRONT COOLERS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP,AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS OF FOOD DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT ALSO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS IN PREP COOLER,HAS FOOD SPILLS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND STORAGE ROOM ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS, ESPECIALLY BEHIND GRILL,HAS HEAVY ACCUMLICATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND PREP AREA OF GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA.
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78
Apr 1, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED SUCH AS: EGGS, CHICKEN, BEEF. A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.
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May 19, 2015
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT OF HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP,AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL REACH-IN AND PREP COOLERS OF FOOD DEBRIS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT ALSO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS IN PREP COOLER,HAS FOOD SPILLS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA AND STORAGE ROOM ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS,ESPECIALLY BEHIND GRILL,HAS HEAVY ACCUMLICATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN WALLS BEHIND PREP AREA,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM THE STORAGE ROOM IN REAR OF PREMISES
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THE FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES OR PROOF OF ENROLLEMENT,UPON NEXT INSPECTION
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Aug 11, 2014
Routine
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF FRYER DOORS, ALSO FRONT COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. OBSERVED THE FRONT COFFEE MACHINE ABOVE COFFEE BASKET, AND FRONT PREP COUNTER UNDER WAFFLE MAKER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. OBSERVED FRONT SMALL FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE ICE, INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, AND CLEAN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRONT FLOOR UNDER COOKING/FRYER'S NOT CLEAN , INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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May 9, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL STOVE NEX TO DEEP FRYERS NOT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD MUST REMOVE IF STOVE CANNOT FIT UNDER HOOD.
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May 2, 2013
Routine
7 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN COOLERS MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES,IE COOKED RICE-46F,COOKED GROUND BEEF-49F,COOKED CHICKEN BREAST-45F,BOILED EGG-45F,EGG/MILK MIX-46F APPROX 10LBS OF FOOD/COST APPROX $30.OO WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER-CDI.MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW.CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS(32,35,38,41 FROM LAST REPORT DATED-10/05/12-#1285741.MUST COMPLETE BY NEXT INSPECTION.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING STORAGE CABINET DOOR IN PREP AREAS.MUST INSTALL. SEE VIOLATION #29
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: BRICK DINING ROOM WALL NOT SEALED.MUST SEAL WALLS.SEE VIOLATION #29
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTIVE DEVICE ON WATERLINE OF COFFEE MACHINE.MUST INSTALL. SEE VIOLATION #29
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL STOVE NEX TO DEEP FRYERS NOT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD MUST REMOVE IF STOVE CANNOT FIT UNDER HOOD.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STILL OBSERVED EXCESSIVE HARBORAGE OF ARTICLES IN REAR YARD OF PREMISES,(DEEP FREEZER,POTS,ETC)MUST REMOVE AND CLEAN REAR AREA. SEE VIOLATION #29
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Oct 5, 2012
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CABINET STORAGE DOOR IN PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE IN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER CABINET. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. MUST REMOVE OLD OLD FOIL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENINGS/HOLES IN BRICKWALLS OF DINING AREA. MUST SEAL OPENINGS/HOLES. ALSO, OBSERVED BRICK DINING ROOM WALL NOT SEALED, MUST SEAL. OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS INSIDE LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTIVE DEVICE ON WATERLINE OF COFFEE MACHINE. MUST INSTAL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE HARBORAGE OF ARTICLES IN REAR YARD OF PREMISED (UNUSED DEEP FREEZER, BREAD TRAYS,ETC). ALSO EXCESSIVE LEAVES AND OTHER ARTICLES. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Oct 3, 2012
License
7 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 EVIDENCE OF LIVE INSECTS/GNATS(9) BY PREP HAND SINK, WASHROOM AND MOP ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL CO. FOR SERVICE. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISH WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED. MUST INSTALL A FAUCET TO REACH ALL COMPARTMENTS OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK OR REPAIR SPRAYER TO ADEQUTELY REACH ALL COMPARTMENTS OF THE 3 COMP. SINK TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING CABINET STORAGE DOOR IN PREP AREA. MUST INSTALL. ALSO, NO PAPER TOWEL DEVICE BY HAND SINK LOCATED BY DEEP FRYER. MUST INSTALL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE IN INTERIOR OF DEEP FRYER CABINETS. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN. MUST REMOVE OLD TIN FOIL
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OPENINGS/HOLES IN BRICKS/WALLS OF PREMISES.MUST SEAL.ALSO OBSERVED BRICKS IN DINING ROOM NOT SEALED.MUST SEAL ALL BRICKS. OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS INSIDE CEILING LIGHT SHIELD COVERS IN PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTIVE DEVICE ON WASTE WATERLINE OF COFFEE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE HARBORAGE OF ARTICLES IN REAR YARD OF PREMISES(UNUSED DEEP FREEZER, BREAD TRAYS, ETC. ALSO EXCESSIVE LEAVES AND OTHER ARTICLES.) MUST CLEAN AREA AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 18, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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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.OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS, DOOR RUNNERS, AND CLEAN EXTERIOR OF THE FRYER AND GRILL.
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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.OBSERVED ONLY SPRAYER AT 3 COMP SINK INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A NOZZEL AS WELL THAT REACHES ALL THREE COMPARTMENTS MUST PROVIDE.
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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.OBSERVED SOME CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND REAR YARD INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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86
Aug 31, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 23, 2010
License
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE STORAGE PLACE FOR OVERFLOW OF PRODUCTS AND ANY SHELVING ADDED FOR STORAGE MUST BE ATLEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE A SHIELD AND END CAPS TO LIGHTS IN PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST FIT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD AND MUST PROVIDE STOPPERS FOR THE COMPARTMENTS ON THE 3-COMP. SINK.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe on file is from Apr 23, 2020. The public record contains 18 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean” has been cited 10 times, more than any other issue at Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe.
Has Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly eight earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Palace Cafe — Stony's Palace Cafe means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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