Sunny Sub

5140 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60644
American
Last inspected: Feb 9, 2026
78
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Sunny Sub has 28 inspections on file, the first dated 2010. Sunny Sub was last inspected on Feb 9, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around five violations to closer to seven violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been the most frequent reason, cited 15 times.

Sunny Sub's latest score of 78 falls below the Chicago average of 81. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.

28
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 9, 2026
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TONG HANDLES LAYING ON PEPPERS AND 2 0Z PLASTIC CONTAINERS USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS AND STORE HANDLES ABOVE FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
43
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEEP GROOVED AND STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD DEBRIS ANS DUST BUILDUP ON COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 2, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 20 RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE AREA. 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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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, DUST BUILDUP, FOOD SPLATTER AND STAINS ON WALLS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AND FLOORS IN ALL AREAS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED ARTICLES AND EQUIPMENT STORED IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST AND GREASE BUILDUP ON VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
56
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
39
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TONG HANDLES LAYING ON PEPPERS AND 2 0Z PLASTIC CONTAINERS USED AS DISPENSING UTENSILS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE LONG HANDLE DISPENSING UTENSILS AND STORE HANDLES ABOVE FOOD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
43
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES NOT INVERTED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.
45
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEEP GROOVED AND STAINED CUTTING BOARDS ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, FOOD DEBRIS ANS DUST BUILDUP ON COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jul 29, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN WINGS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLD TEMPERATURE OF 49�F IN A THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 20LBS OF CHICKEN AT $50. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE HELD AT A TEMPERATURE OF 41�F AND BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
22
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHT IN REAR STORAGE/DISH WASHING AREA. OBSERVED BLOWN LIGHT ON COLD HOLD UNITS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPIR LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN.
56
Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHICKEN BEING THAWED IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN HOT WATER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT THAWING MAY ONLY OCCUR UNDER REFRIGERATION OR RUNNING COLD WATER.
35
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBERVED EXTERIOR MAIN DOOR OPEN AND EXTERIOR SCREEN DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN SCREEN DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
38
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKET ON COLD HOLD UNITS TO BE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL COLD HOLD UNITS, GASKETS, PREP TABLES IN NEED OF DETAILED CLEANING DUT OT BUILD UP OF GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GRIME AND BUILD ON WALLS IN FRONT PREP AREA. OBSERVED GRIME AND FOOD DEBRIS/LITTER ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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64
Dec 18, 2024
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLING UNITS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA
36
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.11 OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED INSIDE THE COOLING UNIT IN GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE FOOD-GRADE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO STORE FOOD INSIDE
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 OBSERVED CARDBOARD LINERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN COOLING UNITS ON SHELVING RACKS OF PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE
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Dec 11, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OUTSIDE RECEPTACLE NOT MAINTAINED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED LIDS WIDE OPEN AND GARBAGE BAGS OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. LIDS MUST REMAIN TIGHT FITED AT ALL TIMES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (b). CITATION ISSUED.
54
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE COOLING UNITS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA.
36
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLOTHING ARTICLES 2 PAIR PANTS AND SHIRT STORED HANGING ON HOOK ON WALL NEXT TO PREP TABLE, FREEZER AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLOTHING ARTICLES AND DESIGNATE SPACE FOR EMPLOYEE ITEMS IN ORDER TO PREVENT MISCELLANEUS SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
39
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED RAW MEAT STORED INSIDE COOLING UNIT IN GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO DISCONTINUE USE AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS/CONTAINERS TO STORE FOOD INSIDE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD LINERS THROUGHOUT FACILITY IN COOLING UNITS ON SHELVING RACKS OF PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
47
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2578460 ON JULY 11,2023. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... 41)OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES. 49)OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. 55)FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS. OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING 56)OBSERVED TWO MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. OBSERVED 3 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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70
Jul 11, 2023
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TO-GOS STORED FACING UP ON SHELF IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TWO MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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70
Mar 15, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF VERIFIABLE HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. CITATION ISSUED.
3
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOUR OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE PRODUCT NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODS AND SPICES WITH COMMON NAME THAT ARE OUT OF THE ORIGINAL CONTAINERS.
37
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TO-GOS STORED FACING UP ON SHELF IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
39
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED WIPING CLOTHS STORED ON PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES.
41
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
54
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOILED MOP HEAD NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HANG MOP HEADS TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN BACK STORAGE AREA BY FURNACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED, UNNECSSARY EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PREP, UTILITY AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Aug 2, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING DOOR FRAME. OBSERVED GAPS OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2" FROM BOTTOM OF DOOR, SIDES, AND TOP. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS OR NEW DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
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Jul 26, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORES FROM REPORT DATED 2/25/2020 NOT CORRECTED: #47 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #49 OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. #55 OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING DOOR FRAME. OBSERVED GAPS OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2" FROM BOTTOM OF DOOR, SIDES, AND TOP. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS OR NEW DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
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86
Jun 24, 2021
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES: CHICKEN (69.6F), TOMATO (60.2F) AND YOGURT SAUCE (59.1F). DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 8 POUNDS OF FOOD PRODUCTS AT A COST OF $50. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF PREP COOLER (59.7F). ALL COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT MUST HOLD AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED FOR REINSPECTION. PRIORITY. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORES FROM REPORT DATED 2/25/2020 NOT CORRECTED: #47 OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. #49 OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. #55 OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
60
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST READ AND SIGN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANGING THERMOMETER IN PREP COOLER INACCURATELY READING AIR TEMPERATURE AND TWO METAL STEM THERMOMETERS INSIDE PREP COOLER INACCURATELY READING FOOD TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE HANGING THERMOMETER AND CALIBRATE METAL STEM THERMOMETERS FOR ACCURATE READINGS.
36
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EXTERIOR BACK DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING DOOR FRAME. OBSERVED GAPS OF APPROXIMATELY 1/2" FROM BOTTOM OF DOOR, SIDES, AND TOP. MUST PROVIDE DOOR SWEEPS OR NEW DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
38
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER SQUIRTING AND LEAKING FROM BASE OF FAUCET AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON CAULK AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ALSO HANGING FROM WALL DUE TO MISSING SCREWS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE PREPPING, COOKING AND SERVING FOOD WITHOUT FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING. ALL FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEES MUST OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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47
Mar 3, 2020
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOLCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLER UNITS.
36
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH LAYING ON THE COUNTER, TOP OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREPPING TABLE. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Feb 25, 2020
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FACILITY WITH USE OF THE SAMPLE CLEAN UP POLICY PROVIDED FROM CDPH WEBSITE AND NO SUPPLIES. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE A COMPLETED POLICY REFLECTING THE SUPPLIES INCLUDED IN SAMPLE POLICY. MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY OF BOTH A COMPLETED POLICY REFLECTIVE SET OF SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND/OR DIARRHEA TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR LOLCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL COOLER UNITS.
36
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTH LAYING ON THE COUNTER, TOP OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREPPING TABLE. MUST PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USE.
41
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 1 DOOR PREP COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOIL ON COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEING USED AS LINER AROUND THE STOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH FOOD GRADE MATERIAL OR REPLACE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.
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Jul 17, 2019
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOODS STORED IN BAGS,BOXES AND #10 CANS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAG OR CONTAINER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND DEFROST ALL DEEP FREEZER TO REMOVE ICE BUILD UP AND FOOD DEBRIS.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT NEEDS CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE FILTERS AND HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER HAS NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODE OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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Apr 6, 2018
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE THE CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLES AND INSIDE OF CHEST FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYERS, CHEST FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS, WALL BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND STEAM TABLE.
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Mar 29, 2018
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD WASTE, DEBRIS AND GARBAGE AROUND THE GARBAGE AND GREASE DUMPSTERS AND OUTSIDE OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PIZZA PUFFS STORED IN DIRECT CONTACT WITH A CARDBOARD BOX IN THE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTACT SURFACES FOR ALL FOODS. REMOVE THE CARDBOARD USED TO LINE THE BOTTOM SHELF OF THE PREP TABLES AND INSIDE OF CHEST FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYERS, CHEST FREEZERS.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. REPLACE THE BROKEN FLOOR TILES AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA IS SLOW DRAINING. MUST REPAIR SO THAT THE SINK DRAINS PROPERLY.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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Jun 8, 2017
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD STORED IN #10 CANS. MUST PROVIDE FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: NOTED THE EXTERIOR DOOR AND INTERIOR SHELVING OF REACH IN COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING BEHIND,AROUND AND UNDERNEATH HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT PREP AREA TO REMOVE SPILLS,GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: NOTED WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE REAR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. NOTED WALLS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA DIRTY WITH FOOD SPLATTER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 26, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARD AT THE PREP COOLER,HAS DARK DEEP SEAMS,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE CUTTING BOARD
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER,HAS GREASE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR OF PREMISES
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Jan 19, 2016
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DEFROST THE CHEST FREEZERS IN REAR OF PREMISES OF HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE REAR OF PREMISES,ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WALL NEAR THE HOT HOLDING UNITS IN THE PREP AREA,OF OLD FOOD DEBRIS AND FOOD SPILLS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD COVER IN THE PREP AREA
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE IN PREP AREA
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Oct 15, 2015
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FYRERS NOT CLEAN AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACES. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, SINKS, FREEZERS AND PREP TABLES) AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFIED MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Oct 8, 2015
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TEN OR MORE FRUIT FLIES FLYING THRU OUT THE PREP AREA BY THE THREE COMP SINK, FRONT COUNTER AREA AND STORAGE SHELF AREA. OBSERVED SIXTY OR MORE INSIDE OF THE LAUNDRY BAG OF SOILED TOWELS. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY TO SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR FRUIT FLIES. OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP UNDERNEATH THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR WHERE THE WEATHER STRIP WAS IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FYRERS NOT CLEAN AND THE EXTERIOR SURFACES. MUST CLEAN TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, SINKS, FREEZERS AND PREP TABLES) AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING VENT INSIDE OF THE WASHROOM TO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE OBSERVED.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: THE SET OF LIGHTS ABOVE THE PREP TABLE AND DEEP FREEZER NEED SHIELDS; PROVIDE SHIELDS FOR THIS SET OF LIGHTS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS THAT ARE NOT CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFIED MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE.
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Jan 8, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GREASE ON THE EXTERIOR AND INSIDE THE INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE SMALL FRYER; MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CLEAN INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNITS, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, REAR STORAGE SHELVES AND UNDER FRONT COUNTER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND VARIOUS EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME WATER STAINED CEILING TILES; REPLACE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THREE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE THREE COMP SINK FOR PROPER SET UP TO WASH RINSE AND SANITIZE.
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Mar 24, 2014
License
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE KNIVES DAILY.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: BL ADE ON MEAT SLICER IS RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO PURCHASE NEW BLADE.MUST DETAIL COLD HOLD UNITS, REACH IN COOLER RACKS, AND REMOVE DUCT TAPE FROM DEEP FREEZERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: BUILD UP OF GREASE ON COLD HOLD UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COVES ALONG BASE OF WALLS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTS COVERS HAS BUILD OF GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETERS.
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Mar 18, 2014
License
No violations found.
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Mar 26, 2013
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREP AND SERVED. 7-38-012 SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN SAME COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI ON HOOD, COOKING EQUIPMENT, MEAT SLICER,DEEP FRYER,GRILL TABLE,COUNTER TOPS,SHELVING UNITS,REACH IN COOLERS,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS,REACH IN FREEZERS,LIGHT SHIELDS.MUST DEFROST FREEZERS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOOR MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & DAMAGED,MISSING CEILING TILES,LOOSE WALLBASES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHT REAR PREP AREA, MUST ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD FRONT PREP AREA.
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Nov 9, 2011
Reinspection
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN SAME COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE & FOOD DEBRI ON MEAT SLICER,DEEP FRYER,GRILL TABLE,COUNTER TOPS,SHELVING UNITS,REACH IN COOLERS,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS,REACH IN FREEZERS,LIGHT SHIELDS.MUST DEFROST FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & DAMAGED,MISSING CEILING TILES,LOOSE WALLBASES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK,LEAKY COMPRESSOR LINE IN REAR 2- DOOR GLASS COOLER.
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Nov 2, 2011
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 40 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEXT TO HOT WATER TANK,INSIDE PANEL OF FURNANCE,SHELVING UNITS AT SERVICE COUNTER IN BETWEEN CLUTTER ,LARGE HOLE IN LOWER WALL BEHIND COOLER & FRONT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & CLUTTER,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,SEAL HOLE IN WALL & RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/2/11.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served.NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY AT THIS TIME WHILE (ITALIAN BEEF,ITALIAN SAUSAGE) IS BEING PREPARED & SERVED.MUST BE ON DUTY WHILE FOOD IS BEING PREPARED ,HANDLED & SERVED.(SERIOUS7-38-012)CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON GLASS REACH IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN SAME COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE & FOOD DEBRI ON MEAT SLICER,DEEP FRYER,GRILL TABLE,COUNTER TOPS,SHELVING UNITS,REACH IN COOLERS,FAN GUARD COVERS IN COOLERS,REACH IN FREEZERS,LIGHT SHIELDS.MUST DEFROST FREEZERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOOR MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GREASE UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & DAMAGED,MISSING CEILING TILES,LOOSE WALLBASES.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE & FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK,LEAKY COMPRESSOR LINE IN REAR 2- DOOR GLASS COOLER.
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Jul 29, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COUNTER TABLE AREA AND STORAGE SHELVES VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOOR SURFACE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, THRU-OUT PREMISES VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALLS BY FRONT COOKING AREA VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHT REAR PREP AREA, MUST ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD FRONT PREP AREA VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PERSONAL CLOTHING ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA VIOLATION STILL PENDING
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Mar 11, 2010
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN TOPS AND SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, COUNTER TABLE AREA AND STORAGE SHELVES
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOOR SURFACE UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, THRU-OUT PREMISES
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALLS BY FRONT COOKING AREA
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD ON LIGHT REAR PREP AREA, MUST ALSO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD FRONT PREP AREA
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: MUST STORE PERSONAL CLOTHING ITEMS ONE DESIGNATED AREA NICE AND NEATLY
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Sunny Sub last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Sunny Sub on file is from Feb 9, 2026. The public record contains 28 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Sunny Sub?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at Sunny Sub.

Has Sunny Sub's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Sunny Sub have averaged around seven violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Sunny Sub 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 Sunny Sub inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Sunny Sub is inspected around two times per year on average.