T Joels Family Restaurant

1928 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
American
Last inspected: Nov 14, 2025
78
Score
Low Risk

Public records show 22 inspections at T Joels Family Restaurant stretching back to 2011. The newest entry in the record is dated Nov 14, 2025. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

The trend has been favorable: violation counts have eased from around seven violations to closer to five violations per visit over the last few inspections.

Looking across the full record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” is the recurring theme, flagged 14 times.

The city-wide average sits at 81, which T Joels Family Restaurant's 78 doesn't quite reach. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

22
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
5
Minor latest
Inspection History
Nov 14, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT AND REAR EXIT DOORS WITH 1/4" GAPS AT THE BOTTOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY FOOD DEBRIS IN BETWEEN COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN WITH A SLOW DRAIN AND THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMP SINK WITH A LEAK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBING ISSUES.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE WALL UNDER THE HAND SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ALSO NOTED THE FLOOR IN THE SAME AREA IN POOR REPAIR (BROKEN & MISSING ). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.
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78
Oct 17, 2024
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED RUST ON THE BOTTOM SHELF AND THE GREASE TRAP IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAKE SAID SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Oct 10, 2024
Routine
2 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 8 violations
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: 2-101.11 OBSERVED THE PERSON IN CHARGE WITH AN EXPIRED COPY OF A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN A VALID ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED ITEMS THAT CAN NOT BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW WITH A CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE ON THE MENU, SUCH AS CHICKEN ITEMS, PORK ITEMS, AND SHRIMP AND FISH ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE ASTREIK THAT IS NEXT TO MENU ITEMS THAT CAN NOT BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOORS OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE MESH SCREENS. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP SAID DOORS CLOSED OR PROVIDE ADEQUATE MESH SCREENS WHILE DOORS ARE OPENED IN ORDER TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: 2-402.11 OBSERVED THE CHEF WITHOUT A PROPER HAIR RESTRAINT, SUCH AS A HAT OR HAIR NET. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS NOT STORED IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION AND STORED ON THE CUTTING BOARD ATTACHED TO THE 3-DOOR PREP COOLER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS AT ALL TIMES.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12 OBSERVED THE ICE SCOOP BEING STORED DIRECTLY IN ICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED RUST ON THE BOTTOM SHELF AND THE GREASE TRAP IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND MAKE SAID SURFACES SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Sep 14, 2023
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED R4ESIDUE ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
16
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE REAR HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP HEADS IMPROPERLY STORED IN UTILITY SINK AND PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY HANG MOPS TO DRY TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS IN DISH WASHING AREA AND MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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78
Sep 29, 2021
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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95
Sep 22, 2021
Routine
4 major violations. 11 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION 2366221 MARCH 23, 2020 WAS GIVEN UNITL 06/16/2020 TO CORRECT. UPGRADED TO PRIORITY FOUNDATION DUE TO NON COMPLIANCE. 4-502.13 OBSERVED SINGLE USE ARTICLES (COTTAGE CHEESE,BUTTER) BEING RE-USED FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE AND DO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES FOR FOOD STORAGE. 4-101.19 OBSERVED A WHOLE IN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLE LOCATED IN THE REAR. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REFRIGERATION IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS, NO CITATIONS ISSUED. 6-201.11 OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA LOCATED BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FLOOR AND CEILING SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
60
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BEEF, EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRINK FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WHERE COFFEE IS SERVED, SOUP AND BEVERAGES ARE ALL HANDLED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATIONS FROM INSPECTION 2366221 WERE NOT COMPLETED AS INSTRUCTED. 5-205.11 OUT PF. OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRINK FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WHERE COFFEE IS SERVED, SOUP AND BEVERAGES ARE ALL HANDLED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BEEF, EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Gloves used properly
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE NOT PROPERLY WEARING GLOVES WHILE PREPARING FOOD IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED THAT GLOVES MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES AND ON BOTH HANDS WHILE HANDLING FOOD.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE SIDES, UNDER AND INSIDE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING PEST AND INSECT HARBORING.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INSIDES OF ALL THE REFRIGERATION UNITS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS, ONE WITH STANDING WATER LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. UNABLE TO LOCATE BACKFLOW DEVICE ON REAR UTILITY SINK IN CLOSET NEXT TO ENTRANCE TO THE DISH WASHING ROOM IN THE REAR OF THE FACILITY.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE AND DUST UNDER THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROTECTIVE LIGHT COVERING OVER THE LIGHT BULBS OVER THE STOVE UNDER THE HOOD VENTILATION SYSTEM. ALSO OBSERVED ONE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE SAME AREA IN THE CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER COVERING FOR LIGHTS.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS SITTING ON EQUIPMENT NOT STORED PROPERLY AND READY FOR USE. INSTRUCTED THAT ALL WIPING CLOTHS USED TO WIPE COUNTERS, EQUIPENT, OR CUTTING BOARDS MUST BE STORED IN SANITIZING SOLUTION AT ALL TIMES AND MUST BE CHANGED WHEN WATER IS DIRTY OR AS OFTEN AS NEEDED.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Mar 23, 2020
Reinspection
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-203.11 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRINK FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRINK OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).
10
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BEEF, EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-502.13 OBSERVED SINGLE USE ARTICLES (BUTTER CONTAINERS) BEING RE-USED FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE AND DO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 OBSERVED A WHOLE IN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLE LOCATED IN THE REAR. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REFRIGERATION IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
47
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA LOCATED BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FLOOR AND CEILING SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Mar 16, 2020
Routine
2 critical violations. 5 major violations. 7 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15(A) OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER UNABLE TO TURN ON AT THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA AND COLD RUNNING WATER TURNED OFF FROM THE BOTTOM OF SAID HAND WASHING SINK DUE TO THE FACT THAT THE COLD WATER KNOB IS STRIPPED AND UNABLE TO SHUT OFF FROM THE TOP KNOB. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SAID HAND WASHING SINK SO THAT THE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER IS ABLE TO BE PROPERLY TURNED ON AND OFF FROM THE TOP WATER KNOBS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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Hands clean & properly washed
Inspector notes: 2-301.14 OBSERVED A FEMALE FOOD HANDLER PREPARING COFFEE WITHOUT WASHING HANDS FIRST. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTRUCT EMPLOYEES WHEN TO WASH THEIR HANDS BEFORE PREPPING ANY FOODS OR DRINKS. MANAGER INSTRUCTED SAID EMPLOYEE TO WASH HANDS DURING THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: 2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO ADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE TO RESPOND TO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT CAN POTENTIALLY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 5-203.11 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRINK FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DRINK OF THE FOOD PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C).
10
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: 3-603.11 OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE AND REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW (BEEF, EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE AND A REMINDER ON THE MENU FOR ALL ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDERCOOKED OR RAW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: 8-404.13(B:4) OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2268396 DATED 2/22/19; 2-102.13: **C** Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) OBSERVED THE TWO FOODHANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED 2018, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE NEW CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FRONT/REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-502.13 OBSERVED SINGLE USE ARTICLES (BUTTER CONTAINERS) BEING RE-USED FOR FOOD STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ONLY USE FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS AND FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS FOR ALL FOOD STORAGE AND DO NOT RE-USE SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES FOR FOOD STORAGE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 OBSERVED A WHOLE IN THE BOTTOM SHELVE OF THE PREP TABLE LOCATED IN THE REAR. OBSERVED RUST ON THE SHELVES LOCATED IN THE REFRIGERATION IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-205.15 OBSERVED A TRICKLE FOR THE COLD WATER FLOW INSIDE OF THE MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE COLD WATER PRESSURE.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO CLOSED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 OBSERVED MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA LOCATED BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE FLOOR AND CEILING SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Feb 22, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 6 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE STATEMENT ON THE MENUS AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A VARIETY OF FOODS NOT PROPERLY LABELED, AND DATED(COOKED POATOES, PASTA, LUNCHMEAT ETC) FOODS PREPARED FOR MORE THAT 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DAY OR DATE BY WHICH THE FOOD SHALL BE SOLD OR DISCARDED FOR A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES IMPROPERLY STORED ON PREP TABLES FRONT AND REAR, INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FRONT PREP CUTTING BOARD STAINED/PITTED, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE CEILING LIGHT SHIELD CRACKED IN THE FRONT PREP/COOKING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE, ALSO REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR DISH/PREP AREA FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR (MISSING TILES), INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING TILES, AND MAINTAIN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TWO FOODHANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED 2018, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE NEW CERTIFICATES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES AT THIS TIME, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Aug 29, 2017
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE NOR A CERTIFICATE POSTED WHILE PREPARING/COOKING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (BEEF, DAIRY, PORK, ETC.) INSTRUCTED TO HAVE THE CERTIFICATE POSTED AND CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE PREP TABLE IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR IS IN POOR REPAIR. IT'S EXTREMELY RUSTY AND HAS A LARGE HOLE IN THE BOTTOM SHELF. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST (OR PAINT) AND SEAL HOLE OR REPLACE THE TABLE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA HAS GREASE SPILLS AND DIRT ON THE SURFACE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THERE ARE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE DINING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. MAINTAIN SAME. -THE PIPES/CONDUITS UNDER THE HAND SINK AND IN THE CEILING IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND REAR DISH WASHING AREA NEEDS TO BE SEALED. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: THE WATER PRESSURE AT THE WASH BOWL IN THE MEN'S TOILET IS VERY LOW. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE PRESSURE. MAINTAIN SAME. -THERE ARE LARGE POTS TOO BIG TO BE ADEQUATELY SUBMERGED INTO THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR ADEQUATE WASHING/SANITIZING. INSTRUCTED TO EITHER GET A LARGER SINK TO ACCOMMODATE OR REMOVE LARGE POTS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MOPS ARE NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE HANGING UP TO DRY. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WASH CLOTHS ARE NOT PROPERLY STORED WHEN NOT IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A BUCKET OF SANITIZING SOLUTION (MUST BE AT THE REQUIRED PPM) WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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Sep 21, 2016
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES; 10 LBS OF PORK AT 86.1 F AND 12 LBS OF POTATOES AT 90F. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED SAID ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT THE PROPER TEMPERATURES OF 40F OR BELOW FOR ALL COLD FOODS AND 14OF AND ABOVE FOR ALL HOT FOODS AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (BEEF, PORK) OUT OF THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE AND HELD FOR OVER 24 HOURS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING PRODUCT DATE AND NAME. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT LARGE BOX FREEZER LID IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.ALSO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD IN REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN REAR FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINER/BAGGIES/ZIPLOC.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOAP DISPENSOR IN POOR REPAIR BY THE EXPOSED HAND SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH A SLITE PINKISH/BROWN SUBSTANCE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED ACCUMULATED ICE BUILD UP IN THE FREEZER LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKING AREA WALL BEHIND THE KNIFE HOLDER NEEDS REPAIR,ALSO THE WALL BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK CLEAN AND RESEAL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP SINK HANDLE LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.
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Jun 30, 2016
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE BASEMENT LARGE BOX FREEZER LID IN POOR REPAIR, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.ALSO SEAL ALL RAW WOOD IN REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN REAR FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER FOOD GRADE CONTAINER/BAGGIES/ZIPLOC.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED COOKING AREA WALL BEHIND THE KNIFE HOLDER NEEDS REPAIR,ALSO THE WALL BEHIND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK CLEAN AND RESEAL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOP SINK HANDLE LEAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.
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Dec 23, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 21, 2015
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1591633 DATED 12/14/15 #22-NO SANITIZER TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT TO TEST PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST KIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1591633 DATED 12/14/15 #45-PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER'S CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES ON PAPER GOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT. REMOVE RUSTY SURGACES ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP/DISHWASING AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF PRODUCE REFRIGERATOR IN BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND UTILITY SINK. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND WAIT STATION AREAS. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AND DINING AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SEPARATE CLEANING SUPPLIES ON STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Dec 14, 2015
Routine
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD (CHILI 152.2F, POTATOES 140.9F)AND COOKED TO ORDER FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A
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Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector notes: NO SANITIZER TEST KIT AVAILABLE DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT TO TEST PROPER SANITIZER CONCENTRATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1546759 ON 6-5-15: 32-REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVES INSIDE REAR REACH-IN COOLER IN DISHWASHING/PREP AREA. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN REAR EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. 35-SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER EXPOSED SINKS. 38-REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK. 41-STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING. 43-STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION. 45-PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SEAL ALL RAW WOOD SURFACES ON PAPER GOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT. REMOVE RUSTY SURGACES ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP/DISHWASING AREA.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF PRODUCE REFRIGERATOR IN BASEMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS AROUND UTILITY SINK. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND WAIT STATION AREAS. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN PREP AND DINING AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT SINK IN WOMEN WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SEPARATE CLEANING SUPPLIES ON STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Jun 5, 2015
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVES INSIDE REAR REACH-IN COOLER IN DISHWASHING/PREP AREA. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN REAR EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF 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 MISSING CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER EXPOSED SINKS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
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May 29, 2015
Routine
11 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: REACH-IN COOLER IN WAIT STATION AREA NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE 58.3F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW. COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 10 DOZEN RAW EGGS 56.6F AND 2LBS OF CREAM CHEESE 59.6F STORED IN REACH-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 12LBS AND $20 OF PRODUCT. ALL COLD FOOD MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA, HOT WATER HANDLE BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR HOT WATER HANDLE AND PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT FRONT EXPOSED FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO USE EXPOSED SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING/PREP AREA UNTIL FRONT EXPOSED SINK IS REPAIRED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1395323 ON 1-9-14. 38-PIPE LEAKING UNDER REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SAME. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE RUST DEPOSITS ON SHELVES INSIDE REAR REACH-IN COOLER IN DISHWASHING/PREP AREA. INSTALL SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN REAR EXPOSED SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF 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 MISSING CEILING TILES IN FRONT PREP AREA AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER EXPOSED SINKS.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
41
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
43
Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: PROVIDE FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
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Jan 9, 2014
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MGR ON DUTY WHILE HANDLING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (EGGS, SAUSAGE, ETC). CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PIPE LEAKING UNDER REAR EXPOSED HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME. LOW WATER PRESSURE AT WOMENS TOILET ROOM HANDSINK. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETER MISSING FOR PREP COOLER. REPLACE SAME.
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Jun 26, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN BOTTOM CABINET OF FRYER IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST. PAINT BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA WHERE RUSTY.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR UNDER FRYER AND GRILL IN PREP AREA, CLEAN IN REAR KITCHEN UNDER UNUSED REFRIGERATION UNIT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: PROPERLY INSTALL SCREEN DOOR AT REAR DOOR; SCREEN DOOR NOT ATTACHED TO BRACKETS TO HOLD IN PLACE; MUST CORRECT.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE A HANDLE FOR HOT WATER AT UTILITY SINK IN CLOSET.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS.
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78
Mar 8, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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 INSTALL MISSING HANDLE/KNOB FOR HOT WATER AT THE MOP SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE PIECES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS NOT IN USE SAME AREAS.
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Feb 21, 2012
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND THE 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED I.E.GREASE TRAP BOX BENEATH SAID SINK IS NOT CLEAN,SLOW DRAINING.MUST REPAIR AS REQUIRED.SERIOUS VIOLATION (7-38-030).
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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. THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING SHELVINGS AT COOKLINE,INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES.
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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.FLOORS BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS,FLOORS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ARE DIRTY,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.
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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. WALLS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS,ABOVE 3 COMP SINK AREAS MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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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.LIGHT BULBS OVER CHEST FREEZER IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA,REAR DISHWASHING AREA MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS.
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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 INSTALL MISSING HANDLE/KNOB FOR HOT WATER AT THE MOP SINK AND VENTILATION COVERS IN TOILET ROOMS REQUIRE CLEANING.
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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,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE PIECES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS NOT IN USE SAME AREAS.
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Nov 10, 2011
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. THE LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS HOLDING THE OATMEAL, SALT AND SUGER NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SAME.
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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. THE GREASE TRAP IN RUSTY LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME.
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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. DEFROST AND CLEAN ALL THREE REACH IN CHEST FREEZERS THICK WITH ICE BUILDUP LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO CLEAN ALL THE REACH IN COOLERS HAS SPLASHED ON FOOD DEBRIS IN THEM.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST FLOOR AND UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT HAS DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP ON THEM.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. REPLACE THE HOT WATER HANDLES BOTH EXPOSED HAND SINKS AND UTILITY SINK HANDLES ARE IN POOR REPAIR. REPLACE THEM. THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT IN POOR REPAIR DRIPPING HOT WATER WHEN TURNER OFF. REPLACE IT. THE PIPE UNDERNEATH BOTH EXPOSED HAND SINKS DRIPPING WATER INTO BUCKETS. REPLACE PIPES. ROD OUT THE GREASE TRAP HAS GREASE BUILDUP.
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was T Joels Family Restaurant last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at T Joels Family Restaurant on file is from Nov 14, 2025. The public record contains 22 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at T Joels Family Restaurant?

Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents, & animals not present” has been cited 14 times, more than any other issue at T Joels Family Restaurant.

Has T Joels Family Restaurant's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at T Joels Family Restaurant have averaged around five violations per visit, down from roughly seven earlier in the record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at T Joels Family Restaurant 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 T Joels Family Restaurant inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, T Joels Family Restaurant is inspected around two times per year on average.