Seashell

3944 W Roosevelt Rd, Chicago, IL 60624
Seafood
Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026
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Score
High Risk

Seashell has been inspected 24 times since 2018. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 4, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around eight violations per visit lately, up from roughly six violations before.

The pattern that stands out is “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean”, which has been cited 29 times.

That's lower than the typical Chicago restaurant, which scores around 81. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
3
Major latest
11
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 4, 2026
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN REAR PREP AND WASHROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUDATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN TCS FOOD (FISH 141.5F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2625051 ON 10-8-25:57- OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS' CERTIFICATES FOR STAFF HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE STAFF COMPLETE THE TRAININGS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BULK CONTAINERS NOT LABELED IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. 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 NOT COVERED AND STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER AND ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE STOPPERS FOR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POP CRATES USED AS SHELVING UNITS. 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, COOLERS, FREEZERS, PREP TABLES, SINKS, SHELVING UNITS HOLDING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER FRONT HANDWASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. OBSERVED SOILED WATER IN MOP PAIL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL SOILED WATER AND STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILDUP ON FLOORS UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHT INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 8, 2025
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 4-301.14 OBSERVED HOOD AND VENTILATION SYSTEM WITH BUILDUP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS' CERTIFICATES FOR STAFF HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE STAFF COMPLETE THE TRAININGS
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 OBSERVED PIC WITH NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING.
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Oct 2, 2025
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2624040 DATED: 9/18/25 NOT CORRECTED: #38-OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 LARGE AND SMALL FLIES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ABATE PEST ACTIVITY AND SANITIZE AREAS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL ABOVE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PATCH AND SEAL HOLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOOD AND VENTILATION SYSTEM WITH BUILDUP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR STAFF HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE STAFF COMPLETE THE TRAININGS
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIC WITH NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING.
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Sep 18, 2025
Complaint
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 LARGE AND SMALL FLIES IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO ABATE PEST ACTIVITY AND SANITIZE AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-39-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL ABOVE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PATCH AND SEAL HOLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOOD AND VENTILATION SYSTEM WITH BUILDUP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR STAFF HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE STAFF COMPLETE THE TRAININGS
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIC WITH NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING.
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Jul 9, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW CHICKEN THIGHS IN PREP AREA AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 55.4�F. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED #50 OF CHICKEN AT $80. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS CHICKEN, HAMBURGERS, AND ITALIAN BEEF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT REAR SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE OF HANDWASHING CLEANSER IS REQUIRED TO PROVIDE AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER PROVIDED HAND SOAP DURING INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL ABOVE MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PATCH AND SEAL HOLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HOOD AND VENTILATION SYSTEM WITH BUILDUP OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATES FOR STAFF HANDLING FOOD. INSTRUCTED PIC TO HAVE STAFF COMPLETE THE TRAININGS.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIC WITH NO ALLERGEN CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING.
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Apr 2, 2025
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 4-901.12 OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA IMPROPERLY ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INSIDE SANITIZING BUCKET WITH AT LEAST 50PPM SOLUTION
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON ICEE MACHINES IN FRONT PREP, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLD UNITS CONTAINING SAUCES (BBQ, BUFFALO, ETC.), INSIDE 2-DOOR 7UP COOLING UNIT IN REAR PREP, AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2-DOOR WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BUILD-UP ON SAID SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 OBSERVED POOLED CHICKEN BLOOD AND WATER ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11 OBSERVED BURNED-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND INCREASE LIGHTING
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE FOR REVIEW AS REQUIRED.
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78
Feb 5, 2025
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 4-901.12 OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA IMPROPERLY ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INSIDE SANITIZING BUCKET WITH AT LEAST 50PPM SOLUTION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON ICEE MACHINES IN FRONT PREP, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLD UNITS CONTAINING SAUCES (BBQ, BUFFALO, ETC.), INSIDE 2-DOOR 7UP COOLING UNIT IN REAR PREP, AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2-DOOR WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BUILD-UP ON SAID SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.13 OBSERVED POOLED CHICKEN BLOOD AND WATER ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11 OBSERVED BURNED-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND INCREASE LIGHTING
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE FOR REVIEW AS REQUIRED.
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78
Feb 3, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AVIALALE AT HANDSINK LOCATED INSIDE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HOT RUNNING WATER AT @ LEAST 100F AS REQUIRED FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINKS LOCATED IN FRONT OR REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORIT FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA IMPROPERLY ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO STORE INSIDE SANITIZING BUCKET WITH AT LEAST 50PPM SOLUTION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD SPLATTER ON ICEE MACHINES IN FRONT PREP, ON EXTERIOR SURFACES OF HOT HOLD UNITS CONTAINING SAUCES (BBQ, BUFFALO, ETC.), INSIDE 2-DOOR 7UP COOLING UNIT IN REAR PREP, AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF 2-DOOR WITH COLD HOLD ATTACHED.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE BUILD-UP ON SAID SURFACES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOLED CHICKEN BLOOD AND WATER ON THE FLOOR INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BURNED-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND INCREASE LIGHTING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON-SITE FOR REVIEW AS REQUIRED.
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Oct 22, 2024
Complaint
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: "OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ONSITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ALONG WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE STORED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. "
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN REAR DISH AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE. BOXES OF PRODUCT PLASCE ONTOP OF HANDSINK INSTRUCTED THAT SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Toxic substances properly identified, stored, & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A GALLON HOME DEFENSE OF INSECT KILLER IN REAR PREP/ DISH, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND DISCONTINUE USE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-15 CITATION ISSUED
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PERSON IN CHARGE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT TRAINING DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE, NO CITATION ISSUED
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE FLOOR/WALLS/CEILING OF THE WALK IN COOLERS IN REAR PREP. MUST REMOVE EXCESS DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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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.
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May 14, 2024
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 10, 2024
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 LIVE MICE ON PREMISE. NOTED SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTD TO CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING BURGERS, CHICKEN, AND FISH. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-307.11 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON THE PREMISES WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATED FOOD RESIDUE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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May 6, 2024
Complaint
3 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 320 LBS CHICKEN STORED INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPORPER TEMPERATURES. NOTED TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 50-55F DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL COLD TCS FOODS @ 41F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST INFESTATION ON SITE ... NOTED APPROXIMATELY MORE THAN 1000 SMALL RODENTS DROPPING ON PREMISE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS... THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS: FRONT PREP AREA BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT (FRYERS AND COOLERS, UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND ON TOP OF ELECTRICAL BOXES ON WALLS, REAR PREP STORAGE SPACE IN FRONT OF 2 DOOR COOLER ON FLOOR NEAR BULK CONTAINERS, SCATTERED IN REAR BY MOP SINK AND THROUGHOUT STORAGE SPACE WHERE GREASE RECEPTACLE IS STORED, UNDERNEATH GREEN STORAGE RACKS, INSIDE UNISEX TOILET ROOMS ALONG THE WALLS, UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND ALL COOLING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SAID AREAS. NOTED 7 LARGE LIVE FLIES FLYING THROUGHOUT THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST ELIMINATE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WALK-IN COOLER TEMPERATURE @ 53.0F DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE STORING TCS FOODS (CHICKEN). INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR UNIT TO TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED. UNIT HELD FOR INSPECTION.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING BURGERS, CHICKEN, AND FISH. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOR ALL FOOD AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: NOTED REAR EXIT DOOR NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON THE PREMISES WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATED FOOD RESIDUE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 REPAIR THE WALL IN THE WASHROOM AND SEAL ALL GAPS BETWEEN THE WALL, BASEBOARD, AND FLOOR BEHIND EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALLS. SEAL ALL HOLES, GAPS, AND OPENINGS IN THE WALL AND SEAL THE CORNER OF THE WALL NEXT TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, FLOUR, AND GREASE DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. ALSO NOTED WERE POOLED BLOOD AND CHICKEN PIECES ON WALK-IN COOLER FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED CRUMBLING(RED) WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR WINDOW WHERE CHICKEN/FISH BREADING TAKES PLACE, LARGE HOLE AS WELL AS TORN WALL BASE ON WALL ACROSS FROM WHITE CHESTER FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Feb 26, 2024
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: 3-307.11 MUST PROVIDE STORAGE RACKS IN THE RIGHT SIDE WALK-IN COOLER TO STORE ALL FOOD OFF OF THE FLOOR.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON THE PREMISES WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATED FOOD RESIDUE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, FLOUR, AND GREASE DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. ALSO NOTED WERE POOLED BLOOD AND CHICKEN PIECES ON WALK-IN COOLER FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED CRUMBLING(RED) WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR WINDOW WHERE CHICKEN/FISH BREADING TAKES PLACE, LARGE HOLE AS WELL AS TORN WALL BASE ON WALL ACROSS FROM WHITE CHESTER FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.11 REPAIR THE WALL IN THE WASHROOM AND SEAL ALL GAPS BETWEEN THE WALL, BASEBOARD, AND FLOOR BEHIND EQUIPMENT AND ALONG THE WALLS. SEAL ALL HOLES, GAPS, AND OPENINGS IN THE WALL AND SEAL THE CORNER OF THE WALL NEXT TO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-501.14 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD-UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 23, 2024
Recent Inspection
4 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT # 2589674 ON 2/15/24 NOT CORRECTED. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS #38) OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE... NOTED APPROXIMATELY 12 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLING THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS AND ON EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT SURFACES. APPROXIMATELY 100 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS... FRONT PREP AREA SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEXT TO BREADING STATION AND UNDERNEATH 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT, UNDERNEATH ALL FRYERS AND ALONGSIDE WINDOWSILL FRONT PREP, REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, REAR STORAGE UNDER SHELVING UNITS, ALONG BOTH SIDES MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 150 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS ON FOLLOW UP INSPECTION. #48) OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOR TESTING SANITIZING SOLUTION STRENGTH AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
59
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING CHICKEN, BURGERS, ITALINA BEEF, GYROS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE... NOTED APPROXIMATELY 12 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLING THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS AND ON EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT SURFACES. APPROXIMATELY 100 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS... FRONT PREP AREA SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEXT TO BREADING STATION AND UNDERNEATH 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT, UNDERNEATH ALL FRYERS AND ALONGSIDE WINDOWSILL FRONT PREP, REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, REAR STORAGE UNDER SHELVING UNITS, ALONG BOTH SIDES MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.
38
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOR TESTING SANITIZING SOLUTION STRENGTH AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
48
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION
1
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLING UNITS ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C)OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON THE PREMISES WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATED FOOD RESIDUE.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, FLOUR AND GREASE DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT PREP AREA UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. ALSO NOTED POOLED BLOOD AND CHICKEN PIECES ON WALK IN COOLER FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRUMBLING(RED) WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR WINDOW WHERE CHICKEN/FISH BREADING TAKES PLACE, LARGE HOLE AS WELL AS TORN WALL BASE ON WALL ACROSS FROM WHITE CHESTER FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO OBATIN AS REQUIRED.
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Feb 15, 2024
Complaint
4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN (IN USE) FRONT PREP, REAR PREP OR UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION.
10
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR HANDSINK BASIN FILLED WITH POTS, SOILED UTENSILS, SCRUBBING PADS AND SOILED TOWELS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL SAID ITEMS AND USE HANDSHINK FOR HANDWASHING PURPOSES ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE... NOTED APPROXIMATELY 12 SMALL BLACK LIVE FLIES FLING THROUGHOUT FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS AND ON EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT SURFACES. APPROXIMATELY 100 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS ON THE PREMISES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS... FRONT PREP AREA SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEXT TO BREADING STATION AND UNDERNEATH 2 DOOR COOLING UNIT, UNDERNEATH ALL FRYERS AND ALONGSIDE WINDOWSILL FRONT PREP, REAR PREP/DISHWASHING AREA UNDERNEATH 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, REAR STORAGE UNDER SHELVING UNITS, ALONG BOTH SIDES MOP SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). CITATION ISSUED.
38
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION FOR TESTING SANITIZING SOLUTION STRENGTH AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
48
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION
1
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS (GYROS, CHICKEN, ITALIAN BEEF, SLICED TOMATO, NACHO CHEESE). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE ON-SITE WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. MUST MAINTAIN. #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: MISSING THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLING UNITS ON THE PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
36
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE TRASH, FOOD DEBRIS, FLOUR AND GREASE DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT FRONT PREP AREA UNDER ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT. ALSO NOTED POOLED BLOOD AND CHICKEN PIECES ON WALK IN COOLER FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRUMBLING(RED) WALL IN FRONT PREP AREA NEAR WINDOW WHERE CHICKEN/FISH BREADING TAKES PLACE, LARGE HOLE AS WELL AS TORN WALL BASE ON WALL ACROSS FROM WHITE CHESTER FREEZER IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID WALLS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFCATE ON SITE FOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO OBATIN AS REQUIRED.
58
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON THE PREMISES WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FREE OF ACCUMULATED FOOD RESIDUE.
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Jun 20, 2023
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 3 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20LBS OF CHICKEN WINGS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 56F. MANAGER VOLUNTARTILY DISCARDED 20LBS AT COST OF $100. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION.7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER WHILE TCS FOODS ARE SERVED OR PREPARED(CHICKEN,FISH). PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VERIFIABLE FOODSERVICE MANAGER TRAINING
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74
Jun 13, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 1 minor violation.
View 5 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2572374, DATED:3/10/2023 AS FOLLOWS; #55 OBSERVED PAINT PEELING FROM WALL ALONGSIDE FRYER AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. #56 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #57 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES TO GET FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
60
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER WHILE TCS FOODS ARE SERVED OR PREPARED(CHICKEN,FISH). PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REAR DISH AREA HANDSINK TO BE NOT ACCESSIBLE AT TIME OF INSPECTION(BASIN FILLED WITH SOILED TOWELS). INSTRUCTED PIC TO REMOVE TOWELS AND MAINTAIN HANDSINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIME.(TOWELS REMOVED FROM SINK DURING INSPECTION) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; ALONGSIDE MOP SINK AND WALL, NEXT TO WALK IN FREEZER IN CORNER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AREAS, AND INFORM PEST CONTROL OF ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
38
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VERIFIABLE FOODSERVICE MANAGER TRAINING.
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61
Mar 10, 2023
Reinspection
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO ORIGINAL FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER WHILE TCS FOODS ARE SERVED OR PREPARED(CHICKEN,FISH). PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VERIFIABLE FOODSERVICE MANAGER TRAINING.
1
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PAINT PEELING FROM WALL ALONGSIDE FRYER AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES TO GET FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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74
Mar 3, 2023
Complaint
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO ORIGINAL FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER CERTIFICATION ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AS WELL AS CERTIFIED MANAGER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO SIGNED VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AGREEMENTS ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
3
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN PLACE NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND SINK UNDER CITY'S PRESSURE WITH HOT RUNNING WATER AT LEAST 100F, AND COLD WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL FOR PROPER HAND WASHING FOR EMPLOYEES IN SAID AREA. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN REAR DRY STORAGE AREA IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; ALONGSIDE MOP SINK AND WALL, NEXT TO WALK IN FREEZER IN CORNER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AREAS, AND INFORM PERT CONTROL OF ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
38
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VERIFIABLE FOODSERVICE MANAGER TRAINING.
1
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PAINT PEELING FROM WALL ALONGSIDE FRYER AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BUILD UP OF GREASE ON FILTERS IN HOOD VENTIALTION SYSTEM OVER DEEP FRYERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REQUIRE FOOD HANDLER EMPLOYEES TO GET FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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55
Aug 27, 2020
Reinspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN PLACE NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND SINK UNDER CITY'S PRESSURE WITH HOT RUNNING WATER AT LEAST 100F, COLD WATER , SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL FOR PROPER HAND WASHING FOR EMPLOYEES IN SAID AREA. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COMMON NAME LABELS ON ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS OF FOOD TAKEN OUT OF ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.. FLOUR, SEASONING, ETC. MUST MAINTAIN
37
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE, DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON ALL OF 6 FRYERS LOCATED INSIDE FRONT PREP AREA, HOT HOLD UNIT STORING ITALIAN BEEF, ALL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLING UNITS AND PREP TABLES. MUST DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE RECEPTACLE WITH COVERING FOR TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATED EQUIPMENT STORED INSIDE OF TOILET ROOM ON FLOOR AS WELL AS LARGE CARDBOARD BOXES STORED THROUGHOUT PREMISES.. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOLS OF BLOOD FROM THAWED MEAT PUDDLING INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER FLOORS UNDER LARGE CARDBOARD BOXES AND SHELVING UNITS IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
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Aug 19, 2020
Complaint
3 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 9 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TIME TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS SUCH AS ITALIAN BEEF, SLICED TOMATOES, CHICKEN, GYROS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WITH VALID ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
2
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN PLACE NEAR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL HAND SINK UNDER CITY'S PRESSURE WITH HOT RUNNING WATER AT LEAST 100F, COLD WATER , SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL FOR PROPER HAND WASHING FOR EMPLOYEES IN SAID AREA. MUST MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
10
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD OF THE PEST CONTROL MEASURES PREFORMED BY PEST CONTROL PROFESSIONAL ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF SERVICE REPORT ALONG WITH PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (c). CITATION ISSUED
38
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE COMMON NAME LABELS ON ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS OF FOOD TAKEN OUT OF ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.. FLOUR, SEASONING, ETC. MUST MAINTAIN
37
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TESTING STRIPS ON SITE DURING INSPECTION FOR TESTING SANITIZER PPM AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
48
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE, DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPLATTER ON ALL OF 6 FRYERS LOCATED INSIDE FRONT PREP AREA, HOT HOLD UNIT STORING ITALIAN BEEF, ALL INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOLING UNITS AND PREP TABLES. MUST DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE RECEPTACLE WITH COVERING FOR TOILET ROOM.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATED EQUIPMENT STORED INSIDE OF TOILET ROOM ON FLOOR AS WELL AS LARGE CARDBOARD BOXES STORED THROUGHOUT PREMISES.. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN PREMISE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POOLS OF BLOOD FROM THAWED MEAT PUDDLING INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER FLOORS UNDER LARGE CARDBOARD BOXES AND SHELVING UNITS IN PLACE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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55
Jun 25, 2019
Complaint
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS CHICKEN,HAMBURGERS AND ITALIAN BEEF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.
2
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: **PREMISES HAS NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
3
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: **PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
5
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE OLD FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, GREASE.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR, HAND SINK HOT WATER KNOB IN POOR REPIAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO FIX ALL PLUMBING ISSUES.
51
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THE GROUND IN BETWEEN THE GREASE CONTAINER AND DUMPSTER VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS.
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES VERY DIRTY ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS, AND AROUND EQUIPMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE TO REMOVE HEAVY GREASE AND DEBRIS. Violation Codes: 6-201.17 Inspector Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, GREASE AND DEBRIS. Violation Codes: 6-501.114 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED LITTER AND DEBRIS THROUGH OUT PREMISES. MUST REMOVE AND/OR ORGANIZE 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALL FOR CLEANING AND PEST MONITORING.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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58
May 13, 2019
Complaint
2 major violations. 7 minor violations.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: **PREMISES HAS NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: **PREMISES HAS NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND COOKING EQUIPMENT VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN TO REMOVE OLD FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS, GREASE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR, HAND SINK HOT WATER KNOB IN POOR REPIAR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO FIX ALL PLUMBING ISSUES.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED THE GROUND IN BETWEEN THE GREASE CONTAINER AND DUMPSTER VERY DIRTY. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS THROUGH OUT PREMISES VERY DIRTY ESPECIALLY ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS, AND AROUND EQUIPMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE TO REMOVE HEAVY GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS THROUGH OUT TO REMOVE FOOD SPLATTER, GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LITTER AND DEBRIS THROUGH OUT PREMISES. MUST REMOVE AND/OR ORGANIZE 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND AWAY FROM THE WALL FOR CLEANING AND PEST MONITORING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR PREP COOLER. OBSERVED CHICKEN AT 45.1F, PIZZA PUFFS AT 48.2F, AND SHRIMP AT 47.5F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 40# OF FOOD WORTH $150. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALUMINUM FOIL PANS IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF THE SHELVES. MUST INVERT ALL ALUMINUM FOIL PANS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE DEEP FRYERS, AND INTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. MUST FILL IN THE GAPS IN THE WALLS OF THE PREP AREA, SMOOTH THE WALLS IN THE WASHROOM AND SEAL THE CORNER GAP IN THE PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE 3 SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Seashell last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Seashell on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Seashell?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained & clean” has been cited 29 times, more than any other issue at Seashell.

Has Seashell's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Seashell have averaged around eight violations per visit, up from roughly six earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Seashell 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.

How often is Seashell inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Seashell is inspected around three times per year on average.