Prime Fish
Last inspected: Jan 30, 2026
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Score
Public records show 26 inspections at Prime Fish stretching back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 30, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.
The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around 11 violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.
“Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” comes up most often, recorded 22 times in the inspection record.
Restaurants in Chicago average 81, so Prime Fish is doing better than most peers. Overall, the inspection record reads well.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 30, 2026
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN BEING IMPROPERLY THAWING OUT IN THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPERLY THAWING FOODS UNDER COOL RUNNING WATER OR INSIDE COOLER.
35
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRONT PREP COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CEILING TILE ABOVE THE REAR DEEP FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR (WATER DAMAGE). MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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86
Apr 2, 2025
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 17, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2613476 3/10/25 NOT CORRECTED #38-6-501.111 : STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 200 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,IN BETWEEN & BEHIND CHEST FREEZERS,3- COMPARTMENT SINK,ON LOWER SHELVES OF PREP & GRILL TABLES,ON SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,ON PIPES ALONG WALLS IN PREP & DISH WASHING AREA,ON UNSED REGISTER ON REAR SHELVING UNIT,INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH UNUSED COOLER IN REAR STORAGE AREA,ON LEDGE OF SURFACE AT MEAT SLICER,INSIDE OF SILVERWARE AND FOOD STORAGE BINS,ON FLOOR BEHIND TOILET IN TOILET ROOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/17/25.#60-8-404.13(B:4) : STILL NOT CORRECTED-#49- 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,USED & UNUSED COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED. (PRIORITY 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN & LEAKY PIPE IN WALL AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.
10
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: 4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST REMOVE KNIFE FROM IN BETWEEN WALL AND WOOD ABOVE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND STORE IN A PROPER MANNER.
44
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF CHEST FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON REAR CHEST FREEZER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-301.12 : OBSERVED CAULK INSIDE OF FAR LEFT SINK BASIN AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CAULKING FOR SEALING.
48
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST DEFROST ICE FROM ALL CHEST FREEZERS.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT,WALL KNIFE CADDY.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA,LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN SPLATTER FROM LIGHT SHIELDS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 : OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 10, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 14 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER SANITIZING OF MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT 0.0 PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES WITH SQUIRTING SOAP IN SEVERAL PANS AT SINK .RINSING UNDER RUNNING WATER AND PLACING ON DISH SHELF WITHOUT SANITIZING UTENSILS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER SANITIZING OF UTENSILS.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-025)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE FOR PUBLIC VIEW A NEW SUMMARY WAS GIVEN AND POSTED AT THIS TIME.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-010(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,CHEST FREEZERS,3- COMPARTMENT SINK,PREP TABLES,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/10/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE AND ITEMS FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2592965 4/17/24 NOT CORRECTED-#47-4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.#49- 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,USED & UNUSED COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED. #56-6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN & LEAKY PIPE IN WALL AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (SQUEEZE BOTTLES , SHAKERS & BULK) WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO FOOD STORAGE RACK OF REMOVE RACK FROM AREA.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLOTHING STORED ON FOOD STORAGE SHELVES MUST REMOVE AND STORE IN A PROPER MANNER AWAY FROM FOOD ITEMS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION FROM CUTTING BOARDS AND PREP TABLES WHEN NOT IN USE.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE KNIFE FROM IN BETWEEN WALL AND WOOD ABOVE 3- COMPARTMENT SINK AND STORE IN A PROPER MANNER.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF CHEST FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON REAR CHEST FREEZER TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS TO BE IN GOOD REPAIR.
47
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CAULK INSIDE OF FAR LEFT SINK BASIN AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE CAULKING FOR SEALING.
48
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST ICE FROM ALL CHEST FREEZERS.MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WHEEL BASES AND LEGS OF ALL EQUIPMENT,WALL KNIFE CADDY.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA,LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS.,HOLE IN WALL BEHIND WALL OF CHEST FREEZERS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 17, 2024
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,PEELING PAINT FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,USED & UNUSED COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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82
Apr 10, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 9 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2584220 10/27/23 NOT CORRECTED-#37-3-302.12 : OBSERVED BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINER WITH OUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH PRODUCTS NAME.#47-4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE MISSING(BROKEN) DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER.#49- 4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR FAN COVERS TO REMOVE DUST INSIDE REACH IN COOLER.#55- 6-201.17 : OBSERVED THE AIR VENT COVER IN THE REAR VERY DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,PREP TABLES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS,ON FLOOR NEXT TO BAIT BOX AT OVERHEAD SHELVING UNIT,ON RAILINGS ON PAPER GOOD STORAGE,CUTTING BOARD ON SHELVING UNIT,ON FLOOR BEHIND UNUSED REACH IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA,GRILL TABLE ,TOILET ROOM AND APPX. 5-7 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN TOILET ROOM AND BEHIND MOPSINK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/10/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ,ELEVATE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES AT SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS AND OFF OF FLOOR IN REAR AREA BEHIND COOLERS (BOXES).
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND REAR AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL SQUEEZE BOTTLES & SHAKERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,PEELING PAINT FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM GRILL TABLES,PREP TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,USED & UNUSED COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,BROKEN & DAMAGED FLOOR TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Oct 27, 2023
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN CHICKEN WINGS IN THE 3 COMP SINK IMPROPERLY THAWING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY THAW FOODS UNDER COOL RUNNING WATER OR INSIDE COOLER.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK DRY STORAGE CONTAINER WITH OUT LABELS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL WITH PRODUCTS NAME.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR AND/OR REPLACE MISSING(BROKEN) DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR FAN COVERS TO REMOVE DUST INSIDE REACH IN COOLER.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE AIR VENT COVER IN THE REAR VERY DUST. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 5, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS/TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS PREPARING, HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOODS TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC HAS NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE AS REQUIRED.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EMPLOYEE(COOK) WITHOUT PROPER HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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May 9, 2022
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,3- DOOR PREP COOLER.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,GRILL TABLE,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN,PREP AND REACH IN COOLERS.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 2, 2022
Routine
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS SUCH AS 5LBS. COOKED GROUND BEEF 44.6F-46.4F. 5LBS. SLICED ROAST BEEF 48.0F. 10LBS. SLICED TURKEY 44.6F-46.9F. 5LBS. SLICED HAM 45.9F-46.4F. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW.APPX.25LBS. $74.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW NOR ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (ITALIAN BEEF,COOKED GROUND BEEF,ROAST BEEF,ETC). MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 6 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEXT TO FOOD STORAGE CONTAINER.1- LIVE ROACH CRAWLING ON WALL BEHIND GLASS POP COOLER. APPX. 7-10 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALL NEAR GREASE TRAP AND IN TOILET ROOM. MUST REMOVE RAT DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/2/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF FRONT DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM LOWER SHELF OF TABLE.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LID OF CHEST FREEZER.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIROITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS,WHEEL BASES OF EQUIPMENT,GRILL TABLE,3- COMPARTMENT SINK BASIN,PREP AND REACH IN COOLERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HAND SINK IS LOOSE FROM WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA,COLD WATER FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA,DAMAGED WALL IN LOBBY NEAR FRONT WINDOW.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS IN PREP AREAS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE VENTILATION NOT PULLING STRONG ENOUGH PREMISES IS CLOUDY AND SMOKY INSIDE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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May 28, 2021
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POP CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESS CARDBOARD ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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May 21, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOLERS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE, PREP COOLER 81.3F, FRONT REACH-IN COOLER 58.1F, REAR REACH-IN COOLER 52.3F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN COOLERS AT 41F OR BELOW. COOLERS ARE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COLD TCS FOOD STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE IN COOLERS, RAW CHICKEN 49.3F, HOT DOG 49.6F, GROUND BEEF 50.3F, ITALIAN BEEF 51.4F, DELI MEAT 51.6F, TURKEY 57.2F, TZATZIKI SAUCE 58.8F-78.3F, CHEESECAKE 60.6F, SLICED TOMATOES 80.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMAETLY 150LBS AND $300 OF PRODUCT. ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 41F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. PRIORITY 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 30 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS NEAR WATER HEATER, 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER POP CRATES IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 20 RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS NEAR TOILET IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME OF FOOD.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POP CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESS CARDBOARD ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Mar 23, 2020
Reinspection
2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY NOR A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS READY TO EAT FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (ITALIAN BEEF,GROUND BEEF,TURKEY,HAM,SLICED TOMATOES,ETC).MUST PROVIDE AND POST.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR BOTH GLASS REACH IN COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
37
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-101.19 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF AT PREP TABLE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE INSULATION FOAM AROUND LID OF LARGE CHEST FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA IS IN POOR REPAIR,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP IN FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR AREA.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID FOR TOILET ROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR FRONT WINDOW IN LOBBY,STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA,DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR NEAR GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALL NEAR LARGE CHEST FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE MASSIVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM REAR DISH WASHING AREA(COOLERS,FREEZERS,ETC) POSSIBLE RODENT HARBORAGE AREA
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-304.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE VENTILATION UNIT IN TOILET ROOM.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 13, 2020
Routine
4 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION)
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY NOR CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE TCS READY TO EAT FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS GROUND BEEF,ITALIAN BEEF,STEAK,SLICED TOMATOES,ETC) MUST PROVIDE , POST AND BE ON SITE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
2
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICE AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AREA AND TOILET ROOM.PIC SENT A CUSTOMER TO THE STORE DURING INSPECTION TO PURCHASE PAPER TOWELS.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(COS)
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.25 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND GLASS REACH IN COOLER AND NEXT TO CHEST FREEZER IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/13/20.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR BOTH GLASS REACH IN COOLERS.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
37
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF AT PREP TABLE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE INSULATION FOAM AROUND LID OF LARGE CHEST FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA IS IN POOR REPAIR,MISSING DOOR HANDLE ON TOILET ROOM DOOR.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP IN FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,SERVICE COUNTER SHELVING UNITS,UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR AREA.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID FOR TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE MASSIVE CLUTTER AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM REAR DISH WASHING AREA(COOLERS,FREEZERS,ETC) POSSIBLE RODENT HARBORAGE AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR FRONT WINDOW IN LOBBY,STAINED CEILING TILES IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA,DAMAGED CONCRETE FLOOR NEAR GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMP SINK AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALL NEAR LARGE CHEST FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE VENTILATION UNIT IN TOILET ROOM.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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37
Aug 29, 2019
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SUPPLIES FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUPPLIES/KIT FOR HANDLING THESE EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
5
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH THICK GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Aug 22, 2019
Complaint
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
Inspector notes: FOUND THE PREVIOUS NON-COMPLIANCE SUMMARY REPORT DATED DECEMBER 7, 2018 STORED INSIDE OF A BINDER AND NOT POSTED FOR VIEWING OF CUSTOMERS. INSTRUCTED TO POST IN PLAIN VIEWING OF THIS ESTABLISHMENT'S CUSTOMERS. PRIORITY FOUNDAION VIOLATION 7-42-010(b) CITATION ISSUED
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS PREPARING, HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOODS TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: FOUND NO SUPPLIES FOR CLEANING UP VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SUPPLIES/KIT FOR HANDLING THESE EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
5
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT FOR THE SANITIZER USED AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KIT FOR THE SANITIZER USED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: FOUND THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2243271 DATED 12/07/2018 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT: -51. OBSERVED HOT WATER PRESSURE NEEDS TO BE INCREASED AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE. -55. OBSERVE FLOORS THROUGH OUT WITH MINOR ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS LOCATED UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN. -57. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. -58. OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER WITH THICK GREASE, FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Dec 7, 2018
Routine
6 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 12 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED HANDLED AND SERVED TO THE PUBLIC. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FACILITY IS PREPARING, HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOODS TO THE PUBLIC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY THAT INCLUDES A SIGNED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FROM EACH EMPLOYEE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURE FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
5
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (CHEESE, COLESLAW) OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGING AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT DATES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS WITH DATES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
23
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER ON SITE TO TAKE THE TEMPERATURES OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
36
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN WARNING LABELS ON DESSERTS THAT CONTAIN EGGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ALLERGEN WARNING LABEL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER THAWING FROZEN FISH IN HOT STAGNANT WATER. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS THAW FOODS USING COLD RUNNING WATER THAT DOES NOT EXCEED 70F AND TO GUARANTEE THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXCEES 41F. PRODUCT WAS STILL FROZEN AT THE TIME AND FOOD HANDLER THAWED PROPERLY UNDER COLD RUNNING WATER DURING THE INSPECTION.
35
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FRENCH ROLL BREAD BAGS BEING RE-USED TO STORED FROZEN FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY USE FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINER FOR FOOD STORAGE.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOT WATER PRESSURE NEEDS TO BE INCREASED AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FLOORS THRU OUT WITH MINOR ACCUMULATED DIRT DEBRIS AND ACCUMULATED GREASE DEBRIS LOCATED UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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Sep 15, 2017
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED KNIFE BEING KEPT BETWEEN PREP TABLES IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN,SANITIZE AND STORE KNIFE PROPERLY.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE MEAT SLICER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MOP HANDLE BEING TOUCHED ON MEAT SLICER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOP PROPERLY IN DESIGNATED AREA AND CLEAN & SANITIZE MEAT SLICER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLES ON FLOOR BY THE RESTROOM DOOR FRAME AND AT THE BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 7, 2017
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25 MICE DROPPINGS AT THE BOTTOM OF SHELF UNDER FRONT COUNTER TABLE IN FOOD PREP AREA, UNDER PRINTER MACHINE AT FRONT FOOD PREP AREA, UNDER PREP TABLE AT FRONT, BEHIND CHEST FREEZER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. ALSO, OBSERVED ONE LIVE MOUSE AT THE BOTTOM OF FRONT COUNTER TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO PREVENT/ELIMINATE CURRENT PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE BUILD UP INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS IN FRONT AND REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATED ICE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED TORN RUBBER GASKET AT REACH-IN COOLER DOOR IN FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVE ACCUMULATED DEBRIS ON SHELVES INSIDE TWO DOOR COOLER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES AND MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE WATER HEATER LOCATED IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE A CHEST FREEZER IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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78
May 12, 2016
License
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELF BELOW THE GRILL WITH ACCUMULATED GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL EQUIPMENT.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FLOOR UNDER FRYERS WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALLS IN DISREPAIR AT THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND THE NORTH WALL BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZER NEXT TO THE EXPOSED HAND SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE WALLS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT BULBS INSIDE OF THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Apr 1, 2015
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW WOOD ON THE BOTTOM OF THE TABLE STORAGE SHELF IN FRONT PREP AREA, INSTRUCTED TO SEAL.ALSO OBSERVED RUSTY TABLE STORAGE SHELF IN THE DISH AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT SLICER NOT CLEAN ,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE. ALSO DEFROST REAR BOX FREEZER AND CLEAN.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUSTY CEILING VENT IN REAR DISH AREA,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED P-TRAP IN THE RESTROOM HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
38
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME. GIVEN COPY OF IDPH'S FOOD HANDLER INFO. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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78
Dec 19, 2014
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SOILED STAIN CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING ROOM.MUST INSTALL.ALSO EXPOSED HAND SINK LEAKING AT PIPE UNDER HAND SINK AND SLOW DRAINING.MUST REPAIR.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOODHANDLER.MUST PROVIDE
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86
Dec 12, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISHWASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED AT 3-COMP SINK.NO HANDLE TO TURN ON COLD WATER/MISSING,AT 3-COMP SINK.MUST REPAIR.SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-030
24
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SOILED STAIN CEILING TILES IN REAR PREP AREA.MUST REPLACE.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NO HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING ROOM.MUST INSTALL.ALSO EXPOSED HAND SINK LEAKING AT PIPE UNDER HAND SINK AND SLOW DRAINING.MUST REPAIR.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOODHANDLER.MUST PROVIDE.
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82
Sep 12, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS(I.E. HAMBURGERS, CHICKEN, ITALIAN BEEF AND DELI MEATS) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SAME MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND UNDER SHELVING/RACKS AT REAR. CLEAN SAME.
34
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAK AT FAUCET OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND HOT WATER KNOB IN POOR REPAIR AT REAR. REPAIR SAME.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER AT REAR ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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82
Aug 8, 2011
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PAINT RUSTY SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIORS & EXTERIORS OF DEEP FREEZERS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES & SHELVES, AND INTERIOR CABINETS OF DEEP FRYERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH & BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES & UNCLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHTS IN COOLERS.
36
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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74
May 19, 2010
License
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Prime Fish last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Prime Fish on file is from Jan 30, 2026. The public record contains 26 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Prime Fish?
Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 22 times, more than any other issue at Prime Fish.
Has Prime Fish's inspection record improved over time?
Yes. Recent inspections at Prime Fish have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly 11 earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Prime Fish 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 Prime Fish inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Prime Fish is inspected around two times per year on average.
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