Taqueria El Ranchito
Last inspected: Jan 6, 2026
41
Score
Inspectors have visited Taqueria El Ranchito 68 times, with records going back to 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jan 6, 2026. High risk usually means inspectors flagged either critical violations or a stack of smaller ones.
There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near eight violations per visit across recent inspections.
The most common issue across all inspections has been “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable”, showing up 44 times.
Taqueria El Ranchito's latest score of 41 falls below the Chicago average of 81. Diners may want to scan the inspection details before deciding to visit.
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Inspection History
Jan 6, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 16 minor violations.
View 17 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT, TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOODS (BEANS, RICE, CHICKEN SOUP, BEEF). NOT PROPERLY DATED, STORED LONGER THAN 24 HOURS INSIDE WALK-INCOOLER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING WITH DISPOSITION DATE FOR RTE FOODS PREPARED ON SITE AND HELD OVER 24HOURS IN COLD HOLDING UNITS. REVIEWED PROPER DATE LABELING OF PREPARED TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE COTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL CONTAINER. MUST LABEL WITH THE COMMON NAME AT ALL TIMES.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EMPLOYEES PREPARING AND SERVING FOOD WITHOUT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AT ALL TIMES FOOD IS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TIN FOIL ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE ALL SURFACES TO BE NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES. OBSERVED RUSTY BOTTOM OF FOOD PREP TABLES IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAINT/REFINISH TO REMOVE DUST AND PROVIDE A NON-CORROSIVE SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEEMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE CHEST FREEZERS IN MAIN KITCHEND FOOD PREP AREA AND BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE USE PROPER FOOD GRADE BAGS OR CONTAINERS ONLY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DAMAGED DOOR GASKET AT THE 2-DOOR TALL REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN FRONT OF THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ICE AND DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE ALL CHEST FREEZERS LOCATED IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REMOVED EXCESS ICE BUILD UP AND DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, REFRIGERATION UNITS, FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD FOR LINER ON SHELVING INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MOPS STORED ON FLOOR IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST PLACE MOPS IN POSITION THAT CAN ALLOW THEM AIR DRY WITHOUT SOILING WALLS AND FLOORS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND GRASE BUILD UP NON-VENTILATION HOOD AND FILETRS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEW WATERS DAMAGED CEILING TILES ABOVE CHEST FREEZER IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA/FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE. OBSERVED BROKEN, CRACKED, MISSING, DAMAGED FLOOR AND WALLS TILES BEHING PREP TABLES AND BEHING REFRIGERATION UNITS IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAIR REPLACE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. MUST REMOVE ALL UNEVEN SPRAY FOAM SEALANT ALONG BASEBOARD COVING THROUGHOUT REAR DISHWASHING AREA. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALL IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA AND BASEMENT. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED BIG OPENINGS INTO CEILING AND AROUND PIPES ON BASEMENT FOOD STORAGE AREA. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED DIRT AND GREASE ON FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. MUST CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED ABOVE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN UNDERNEATH AROUND AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDER FOOD STORAGE SHELVING, PREP TABLES, DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES AND MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS BEHING COOKING EQUIPMENT, BEHIND COOLERS AND FREEZERS AND PREP TABLES IN MAIN KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A FEW LIGHT BULBS OFF IN REAR FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND REAR DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR/ REPLACE AND PROVIDE INTENSITY LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR ALL THE REQUIRED EMPLOYEES.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THREE CERTFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS WITHOUT THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ABOVE THAT ALL CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN AND PROVIDE PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Feb 20, 2025
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN ANY OF THE COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT BAR AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: 4-903.11(A;C) OBSERVED BOXED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Feb 6, 2025
Complaint
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 08/12/2024 INSPECTION, REPORT #2600053 NOT CORRECTED: #16-NOTED INNER LINING AND UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. #39-NOTED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR. #47-NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES THROUGHOUT WALK IN COOLERS AND KITCHEN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE. #47- NOTED LIDS OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIRS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.NOTED PEELING PAINT ON WALLS BEHINED THE UNUSED DISH WASHING MACHINE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA. ALSO NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES, HOLES AND OPENING ON CEILING AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PEELING PAINT, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CEILINGS.#55- PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN ANY OF THE COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT IN THE FRONT BAR AND REAR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MULTIPLE SOILED WIPING CLOTHS BEING STORED ON PREP TABLES THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE IN SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES AND MAINTAIN.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BOXED SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES BEING STORED ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO ELEVATE ALL SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOIL BEING USED AS LINER ON PREP SURFACES IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE FOIL AND ENSURE ALL NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES REMAIN SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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, AND SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. (NONFOOD CONTACT SURFACES)
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS AND SPILLS ON THE FLOORS AND SURFACES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN UNDER ALL SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR OF PREP DISH AREA, AROUND DISH MACHINE, PREP TABLES AND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPILLS, FOOD DEBRIS, DIRT BUILDUP AND/OR GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Aug 12, 2024
Complaint
1 major violation. 6 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58 RULE #PA-100-0367 FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2586004 DATED 11/29/2023 NOT CORRECTED. FOUND INCOMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE THE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: NOTED INNER LINING AND UPPER COMPARTMENT OF ICE MACHINE NOT CLEANED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: NOTED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED RUSTY AND DIRTY SHELVES THROUGHOUT WALK IN COOLERS AND KITCHEN PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN, REPAINT WITH NON TOXIC FOOD GRADE PAINT AND/OR REPLACE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: NOTED LIDS OF CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIRS IN BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AND/OR REPLACE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: NOTED PEELING PAINT ON WALLS BEHINED THE UNUSED DISH WASHING MACHINE AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE AREA. ALSO NOTED STAINED CEILING TILES, HOLES AND OPENING ON CEILING AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE PEELING PAINT, REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE CEILINGS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE AND UNDERNEATH EQIUPMENT ON THE FIRST FLOOR.
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Nov 29, 2023
Complaint
11 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN THE COOKING AREA.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING PROCEDURE ON FROZEN PORK. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT, THAWING MUST OCCUR UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS THE FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 41.0F OR LESS OR COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER RUNNING WATER OR THAWED IN A MICROWAVE OVEN AND IMMEDIATELY TRANSFERRED TO CONVENTIONAL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH NO INTERRUPTION IN THE PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CORRECT THAWING PROCEDURES.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REORGANIZE FROZEN FOOD STORED INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. FROZEN FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN PREP AND STORAGE SHELVES WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS IN THE KITCHEN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RUSTY METAL RACKS INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE COOKING LINE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER (BY THE COOKING LINE). MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ALL PREP COOLERS, WALK-IN COOLER AND IN BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER.
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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LEAVES AND DEBRIS ON GROUND UNDER AND AROUND REAR OUTSIDE ARBAGE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE ACCUMULATION IN THE KITCHEN.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND INCOMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Oct 3, 2023
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (BEANS, RICE ETC).
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E) OBSERVED BREAD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS OR BAGS
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND ACCUMULATION OF DEAD INSECTS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Sep 26, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 9 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED OVER 100 SMALL LIVE FLIES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND OVER 50 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CALL LICENSED PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (A) CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT AND IN THE KITCHEN IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (BEANS, RICE ETC).
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER/PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E) OBSERVED BREAD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS OR BAGS.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-301.12 INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK INFRONT BAR AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL PREP COOLER, REACH-IN COOLER, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, OVEN, FRYER, STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES/RACKS HANDSINKS, 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS) WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN ESPECIALLY UNDER AND BEHIND COOLERS AND STEAM TABLE/COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE BLOOD FROM MEAT ACCUMULATION IN THE BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND ACCUMULATION OF DEAD INSECTS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH EXCESSIVE DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE DISHMACHINE IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Sep 11, 2023
Complaint
1 major violation. 10 minor violations.
View 11 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. (CORRECTED ON SITE - MANAGER PROVIDED HANDSOAP) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12 INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (BEANS, RICE ETC).
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14 OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER/PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E) OBSERVED BREAD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS OR BAGS.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-301.12INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK INFRONT BAR AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLERS WITH WHITE MOLDLIKE AND SLIMY ACCUMULATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL PREP COOLER, REACH-IN COOLER, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SIDES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (STOVE, OVEN, FRYER, STORAGE AND PREP SHELVES/RACKS HANDSINKS, 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS) WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN ESPECIALLY UNDER AND BEHIND COOLERS AND STEAM TABLE/COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA AND FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER WITH EXCESSIVE BLOOD FROM MEAT ACCUMULATION IN THE BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN WITH EXCESSIVE DIRT AND ACCUMULATION OF DEAD INSECTS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11 INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE DISHMACHINE IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Jul 19, 2023
Reinspection
15 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: 6-301.14: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN THE BAR AREA.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: 3-302.12: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (BEANS, RICE ETC).
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.14: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER/PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-201.11: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.12 :INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD (ACROSS THE GRILL - ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLE) WITH DEEP SEAMS AND STAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-202.16: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHMACHINE HAND INTERIOR SURFACES OF HANDSINK IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-102.11: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER AND IN BASEMENT CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.11(B, C, D, E): INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER (ANCHOVIES) INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE INSIDE PREP COOLER.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: 4-301.12: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK INFRONT BAR AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: 4-602.13: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLERS WITH WHITE MOLDLIKE AND SLIMY ACCUMULATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.13: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE PIZZA PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-202.11: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE DISHMACHINE IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHTBULB INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT (NEXT TO THE GRILL).
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Jul 10, 2023
Complaint
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 15 minor violations.
View 19 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: FOUND (2) PREP COOLER WITH TCS FOODS NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE. PREP COOLER (ACROSS GRILL) WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 51.9F AND PIZZA PREP COOLER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 60.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, COOLER WITH TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 41.0F. INSTRUCTED TO FIX. (2) PREP COOLER IS TAGGED 'HELD FOR INSPECTION'. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED (SEE COMMENTS BELOW). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: FOUND TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE INSIDE PREP COOLERS (AIR TEMPERATURE OF 51.9F AND 60.2F). NOTED INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS: BEEF AT 50.8F/56.7F/58.2F/59.3F/66.0F, GUACAMOLE AT 48.0F, SOUR CREAM AT 49.0F, CHOPPED TOMATOES AT 52.5F, CHIPOTLE SAUCE AT 50.3F, SALSA AT 49.9F, OCTOPUS AT 61.9F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, TCS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 41.0 AND HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF ABOVE 135F. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID FOOD PRODUCTS. TOTAL WEIGHT 50 LBS, TOTAL VALUE $ 230.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: FOUND NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHILE TCS FOODS (CHICKEN, BEEF, PORK, COOKED RICE, REFRIED BEANS PIZZA ETC) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE, A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHEN HANDLING TCS FOODS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: PERSON IN CHARGE DOES NOT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN THE BAR AREA.
10
Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IN THE BASEMENT IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (BEANS, RICE ETC).
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Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHS ON TOP OF PREP COOLER/PREP TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS INSIDE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REFINISH OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARD (ACROSS THE GRILL - ON TOP OF THE PREP TABLE) WITH DEEP SEAMS AND STAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHMACHINE HAND INTERIOR SURFACES OF HANDSINK IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER AND IN BASEMENT CHEST FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO TRANSFER FOOD PRODUCTS FROM AN OPEN ORIGINAL CAN CONTAINER (ANCHOVIES) INTO FOOD GRADE CONTAINER FOR PROPER FOOD STORAGE INSIDE PREP COOLER.
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Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 3 WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT BAR SINK INFRONT BAR AREA.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLERS WITH WHITE MOLDLIKE AND SLIMY ACCUMULATION.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND FLOORS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES ABOVE PIZZA PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHTBULB INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN THE BASEMENT (NEXT TO THE GRILL).
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING LIGHTSHIELD ABOVE DISHMACHINE IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND NO APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Feb 10, 2023
Reinspection
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E) INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR BOTTOM PANEL OF ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: 4-204.112(B) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL PREP/REACH-IN COOLERS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-101.19 INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CHEST FREEZER WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATION IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-201.11 INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS WITH RUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.17 INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11 INADEQUATE LIGHTING NOTED IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHBULBS FOR ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: 2-102.13 FOUND INCOMPLETE APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION
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Feb 8, 2023
Complaint
1 critical violation. 14 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: FOUND WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM ONE COMPARTMENT INTO ANOTHER COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT, WASTE WATER SLOWLY DRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C) CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR BOTTOM PANEL OF ICE MACHINE IN THE BASEMENT.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING PROCEDURE ON FROZEN BEEF. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, THAWING MUST OCCUR UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS THE FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 41.0F OR LESS OR COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER RUNNING WATER OR THAWED IN A MICROWAVE OVEN AND IMMEDIATELY TRANSFERRED TO CONVENTIONAL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH NO INTERRUPTION IN THE PROCESS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN CORRECT THAWING PROCEDURES.
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Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE AND ACCURATE INSIDE ALL PREP/REACH-IN COOLERS.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS IDENTIFIED WITH COMMON NAME (SALT, BREAD CRUMBS, FLOUR ETC) IN THE KITCHEN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE GROCERY BAGS FOR FOOD STORAGE INSIDE PREP COOLER AND INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST USE FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST CHEST FREEZER WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATION IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAINT OR REPLACE METAL STORAGE RACKS WITH RUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF PREP COOLERS IN THE KITCHEN WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF DISHMACHINE IN THE BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH LEFT AND MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT, KITCHEN ESPECIALLY UNDER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND FLOORS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER IN THE BASEMENT.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CONDENSER FAN COVER WITH DUST ACCUMULATION INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE LIGHTING NOTED IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHBULBS FOR ADDITIONAL LIGHTING.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: FOUND INCOMPLETE APPROVED ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSON WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATION.
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Apr 1, 2022
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Mar 30, 2022
Reinspection
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 12 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP AT THE KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS RUNNING AND DRAINING AT THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT WASTE WATER BACKS-UP INTO THE FAR LEFT AND MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND WATER SLOWLY DRAINING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUE AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C), CITATION ISSUED.
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Previous priority foundation violation corrected
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2553287 ON 03/23/2022: CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES; 10 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS IN WALK-IN-COOLER AND APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZERS AT REAR STORAGE AREA, APPROX: 60 OR MORE RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN BEHIND-UNDER-AROUND THE KITCHEN COOKING/DEEP FRYERS/OVENS/GRILLS/STOVES AND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND BEHIND THE PIZZA PREP COOLER, APPROX: 500 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ALONG THE FLOORS CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT DISHWASHING/STORAGE ROOMS/DRY STORAGE ROOMS/OFFICE SPACE AREAS AND ON TOP OF CLUTTERED STORED ITEMS IN SOUTH-END OF BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK IN BAR AREA.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: NO SPLASHGUARD IN FRONT BAR HAND SINK AND DRAINBOARD OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST INSTALL A WASHABLE SPLASHGUARD.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED STAINED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE THE CUTTING BOARDS.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11---OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE SPILLAGE TOPS/SIDES/UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENT, REFRIGERATION UNITS, PREP TABLES,STORAGE SHELVES AND FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE FREEZERS AND PREP COOLERS, DEEP FRYER,INTERIOR MICROWAVES, INTERIORS OF OVEN AND DEEP FRYERS.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES NOT LOCATED IN BASEMENT BOTH WATER HOSE CONNECTIONS UNDERNEATH THE DISHWASHING MACHINE.MUST INSTALL SO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES MAY BE LOCATED TO BE SERVICED AND MAINTAINED.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAKS UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND BEHIND THE ICE MAKER LOCATED IN BASEMENT AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAKS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS AND CEILING AREAS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT DISHWASHING AREA,DRY STORAGE ROOMS,HOT WATER TANK ROOM,UNUSED OFFICE SPACE AREAS AND REPLACE ROTTED CEILING WOODEN BEAMS AND REPAIR BROKEN CEILING AREAS IN BASEMENT NEAR THE GREASE TRAP BOX ALSO PROVIDE MISSING/BROKEN CEILING TILES AT REAR NEAR THE MIXER AND IN MENS WASHROOM.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114--OBSERVED BROKEN UNUSED CHEST FREEZER,OLD RUSTED GRILL EQUIPMENT PARTS ETC..INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/UNUSED EQUIPMENT FROM PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. LITTERED AND UNORGANIZED OFFICE STORAGE SPACES IN BASEMENT. MUST CLEAN AND ORGANIZE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.12--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENT. LITTER AND SHREDDED MATERIALS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT WALK-IN FREEZER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS CRACKS/CRFEVICES DIRECTLY ALONG AND BEHIND THE BASEMENT CHEST FREEZER STORAGE AREA AND INSIDE NEAR THE WALK-IN-FREEZER DOOR.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
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Mar 23, 2022
Complaint
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR UNDERNEATH NORTH SHELF INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND APPROX: 20 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND AROUND THE CHEST FREEZERS AT REAR STORAGE AREA DIRECTLY OUTSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT MICE DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12--OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOP IN A CLEAN CONTAINER OUTSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN WEATHERSTRIP AT REAR EXIT DOOR WITH 1/4" GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BREAD STORED IN GROCERY BAGS IN THE WALK-IN-COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE CONTAINERS OR BAGS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS WITH GREASE AND EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREP/COOKING AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND COOKING EQUIPMENTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114--OBSERVED BROKEN UNUSED CHEST FREEZER,OLD RUSTED GRILL EQUIPMENT PARTS ETC..INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/UNUSED EQUIPMENTS FROM PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
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Mar 10, 2022
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
16
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12--OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOP IN A CLEAN CONTAINER OUTSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114--OBSERVED BROKEN UNUSED CHEST FREEZER,OLD RUSTED GRILL EQUIPMENT PARTS ETC..INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/UNUSED EQUIPMENTS FROM PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
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Jan 18, 2022
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: 4-602.11(B-E)--OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
16
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: 3-304.12--OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOP IN A CLEAN CONTAINER OUTSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-501.11--OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-501.114--OBSERVED BROKEN UNUSED CHEST FREEZER,OLD RUSTED GRILL EQUIPMENT PARTS ETC..INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/UNUSED EQUIPMENTS FROM PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: 6-303.11-- INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES IN KITCHEN PREP/3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
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All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: 2-102.13--OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORD DESCRIBING THE PROTOCOL FOR CHECKING PROOF OF VACCINATION IN PUBLIC PLACES.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN RECORDS OF EMPLOYEE VACCINATION STATUS OR WEEKLY TESTING AS REQUIRED BY OSHA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Jan 11, 2022
Complaint
2 major violations. 19 minor violations.
View 21 violations
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED REFRIGERATED READY-TO-EAT (TCS FOODS) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS (COOKED CHICKEN WINGS,PORK STEW,COOKED POTATOES,BEEF SOUP)IN WALK-IN-COOLER NOT DATE MARKED TO INDICATE THE DATE IN WHICH THE FOOD MUST BE CONSUMED OR DISCARDED.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEARLY DATE MARK ALL REFRIGERATED,READY-TO-EAT (TCS FOODS) HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.(COS).
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROX:30 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ON FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE STORAGE SHELFS IN THE BASEMENT SOUTH DRY STORAGE ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS;ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINK IN BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
10
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A SLIGHT DEBRIS ACCUMULATION ENCRUSTED ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN INSIDE ICE MACHINE/HAVE SERVICED AND MAINTAIN ICE MACHINE AT ALL TIMES.
16
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER INSIDE THE CAKE/PASTRIES DISPLAY COOLER LOCATED IN DINING AREA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE WORKING THERMOMETER IN COOLER.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GAP OPENING AND BROKEN WEATHER-STRIP AT BOTTOM OF REAR EXIT DOOR.MUST PEST PROOF SAID DOOR ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MANAGER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.(COS)
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In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.INSTRUCTED TO STORE ICE SCOOP IN A CLEAN CONTAINER OUTSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE.
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Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT SINGLE SERVICE UTENSILS AT FRONT COUNTER (SPOONS,FORKS ETC.)HANDLES-UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BEFORE USE.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 3 DOOR PREP COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FROZEN FOODS STORED IN PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS INSIDE OF THE CHEST FREEZERS.INSTRUCTED TO USE ONLY FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS OR CONTAINERS.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED AND BROKEN LID ON CHEST FREEZER DIRECTLY ACROSS THE WALK-IN-COOLER IN MAIN KITCHEN PREP AREA.MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CHIPPED PAINT AND RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE COOKING STOVE/OVEN, PREP TABLES, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZERS AND PREP COOLERS,STEAM TABLE, AND DEEP FRYERS.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WATER LEAK AT BASE OF FAUCET OF THE KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND WATER STAINED DAMAGED CEILING TILES AT FRONT ENTRANCE AREA AND AT REAR OF KITCHEN PREP AREA NEAR THE EXIT DOOR.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP/3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND BASEMENT PREP/DISHWASHING AREAS WITH WITH FOOD DEBRI SPILLAGE/LITTER AND DETAIL CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN UNUSED CHEST FREEZER,OLD RUSTED GRILL EQUIPMENT PARTS ETC..INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS/UNUSED EQUIPMENTS FROM PREMISES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES IN KITCHEN PREP/3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
56
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN KITCHEN EXHAUST HOODS/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF GREASE BUILD-UP AND MAINTAIN.
56
All food employees have food handler training
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN CURRENT FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES.
57
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: ALLERGEN TRAINING IS REQUIRED FOR ALL EMPLOYEES THAT HAVE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO COMPLETE TRAINING AND KEEP CERTIFICATES ON SITE.
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Jun 22, 2021
Reinspection
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. LEFT TEMPLATE AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
3
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAREST FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SACKS ONIONS STORED DIRECTLY ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM CONTAINING DOUGH MIXER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR TO ALLOW FOR PROPER CLEANING.
39
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, GRIME, AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AND FLOORS OF BASEMENT DISH AREA, IN REAR STORAGE AREA, AND UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED, BROKEN, AND MISSING TILES THROUGHOUT REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN VENTILATION FAN INSIDE MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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Jun 21, 2021
Complaint
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 8 minor violations.
View 13 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS ITEMS HELD AT THE LISTED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES IN 2 PREP COOLERS LOCATED IN MAIN PREP AREA: SOUR CREAM HELD AT 54.2F, GUACAMOLE HELD AT 48.6F, SLICED TURKEY AT 45.8F, CHICKEN AT 46.4F, BEEF AT 51.2F, HAMBURGERS AT 44.7, AND HAM AT 52.3F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 30 LBS OF PRODUCT VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $300. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL TCS ITEMS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 2 PREP COOLERS CONTAINING TCS ITEMS SUCH AS SOUR CREAM, GUACAMOLE, SLICED TURKEY, CHICKEN, BEEF, HAMBURGERS, AND HAM MAINTAINING IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES OF 53.6F AND 49.5F RESPECTIVELY. COOLERS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COOLERS AT OR BELOW 41F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO VERIFIABLE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. LEFT TEMPLATE AND INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COPIES OF HEALTH POLICY SIGNED BY ALL EMPLOYEES ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.
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Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MUSSELS ON SITE WITHOUT SHELLSTOCK TAGS DATING BACK 90 DAYS. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 1LBS OF MUSSELS VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $10. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN SHELLSTOCK TAGS FOR AT LEAST 90 DAYS AFTER SALE OF LAST ITEM FROM SHELLSTOCK CONTAINER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE IN BASEMENT USED FOR PRODUCING ICE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION COVERED IN BLACK AND PINK SLIME. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
16
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SIGNAGE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK NEAREST FLAT TOP GRILL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SACKS ONIONS STORED DIRECTLY ON FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE ROOM CONTAINING DOUGH MIXER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR TO ALLOW FOR PROPER CLEANING.
39
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD PREP AREA COVERED IN DEEP GROOVES AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN SMOOTH, CLEANABLE SURFACES.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK IN BASEMENT DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE INSIDE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED, BROKEN, AND MISSING TILES THROUGHOUT REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY BUILD UP OF GREASE, GRIME, AND FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AND FLOORS OF BASEMENT DISH AREA, IN REAR STORAGE AREA, AND UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN VENTILATION FAN INSIDE MEN'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION.
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37
Jan 12, 2021
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 5, 2021
Complaint
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TCS FOODS COOKED CHICKEN AND POTATOES HELD AT 84.0 F ON PREP AREA COUNTER TOP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 135.0 F OR ABOVE IF HELD HOT. ALL OUT OF TEMPERATURE TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILLY DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #238713 DATED ON 08/05/20 NOT CORRECTED-#47 OBSERVED DARK YELLOW STAINS ON CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA, #51 OBSERVED MINOR LEAK AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR CUTTING BOARDS AND KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090. NO CITATION ISSUED.
60
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT CALCIUM BUIILD AND PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
16
Personal cleanliness
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE FOOD HANDLER NOT WEARING HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
40
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE ALL COOLERS, SHELVES AND TABLE TOPS. MUST CLEAN ALL EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREP AREA, BAR AREA AND BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ONE BURNED OUT CEILING LIGHT BULB ABOVE DISHMACHINE. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING LIGHT BULB.
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61
Aug 12, 2020
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS IN MAIN KITCHEN, BASEMENT PREP AREA AND WOMEN'S BATHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
10
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: 4-201.11- OBSERVED CRACKED AND BROKEN LID ON CHEST FREEZER NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.---- 4-501.12- OBSERVED DARK YELLOW STAINS ON CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.
47
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MINOR LEAK AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES AT FRONT BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR.---- 6-201.11- OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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82
Aug 4, 2020
Routine
2 critical violations. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD ITEMS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE IN 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR: SALSA FOUND AT 56.5F, RAW SHRIMP FOUND AT 53.1F, RAW BEEF PATTIES FOUND AT 51.8F, PACKAGED POBLANO PEPPERS STUFFED WITH CHEESE FOUND AT 53.4F, GOAT MEAT FOUND AT 54.7F, RAW CHICKEN FOUND AT 55.4F, RAW STEAK FOUND AT 43.5F, GYRO MEAT FOUND AT 47.6F AND RAW STRIP STEAK FOUND AT 57.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD AND DENATURE FOOD. ALL FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 150 LBS AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $350.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED IMPROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR AT 59.5F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER PROPER AMBIENT TEMPERATURE MUST BE AT 41.0F OR BELOW TO STORE FOOD ITEMS AT PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE. 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR HAS BEEN TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST CONTACT CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG FOR RE-INSPECTION. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING DISCLOSURE STATEMENT AT BOTTOM OF MENU AND MISSING REMINDER WITH AN ASTERIK ON FOOD ITEMS THAT ARE SERVED COOKED TO ORDER (EGGS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A DISCLOSURE STATING, "THESE FOOD ITEMS ARE COOKED TO ORDER." ALSO MUST PROVIDE AN ASTERIK ON THE FOOD ITEMS (EGGS) THAT ARE COOKED TO ORDER. PROVIDED MANAGER WITH EXAMPLES FROM HEALTHY CHICAGO, CDPH ON CONSUMER ADVISORY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
25
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 HOUSE FLIES IN DRY STORAGE ROOM IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND ELIMINATE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY. PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE OF ANY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
38
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST STRIPS THAT ACCURATELY MEASURE THE CONCENTRATION OF SANITIZING SOLUTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
48
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HAND SINKS IN MAIN KITCHEN, BASEMENT PREP AREA AND WOMEN'S BATHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
10
In-use utensils: properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP OF ICE BIN IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN CLEAN ICE SCOOP HOLDER BETWEEN USES.
43
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED AND BROKEN LID ON CHEST FREEZER NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN MAIN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DARK YELLOW STAINS ON CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN OR REPLACE.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP INSIDE OF COOKING FRYER IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
49
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MINOR LEAK AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
51
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LID ON TRASH CAN IN WOMEN'S BATHROOM. MUST PROVIDE.
53
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CRACKED FLOOR TILES AT FRONT BAR AREA. MUST REPAIR.
55
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTER ON WALLS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
55
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALLERGEN TRAINING NOT COMPLETED BY ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGERS. MUST COMPLETE AND SHOW PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES WHO OBTAIN THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE.
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Aug 6, 2019
Routine
2 critical violations. 4 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: FOUND THE FOLLOWING REACH IN PREP COOLERS NOT MAINTAINED- 2-DOOR STAND UP COOLER AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE AT 59.1 F, 3-DOOR REACH IN PREP COOLER AT 54.4 F AND PIZZA REACH IN COOLER AT 53.9 F. FOUND SAUSAGE, CARNITAS, TRIPE INSIDE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR SAID COOLERS, AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE MUST BE 41.0 F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
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Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES- TOMALES AT 52.1 F, CARNITAS AT 52.2 F, TRIPE AT 51.9 F, SAUSAGE AT 53.9 F AND PEPPERONI AT 53.9 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL TCS FOODS MUST BE 41.0 F OR BELOW IF HELD COLD. ALL OUT OF TEMPERATURE TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILLY DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.
22
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
47
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME REACH IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS NOT TIGHT FITTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ALL REACH IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS MUST BE TIGHT FITTED.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS INSIDE ALL PREP AREA REACH IN COOLERS/DOOR HINDGES/CORNERS AND TOP HALF OF REACH IN COOLERS DOORS, FOOD BUILD UP ON EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINE AND FOOD BUILD UP ON WALK IN COOLER SHELVES. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
49
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: BASEMENT FLOOR WITH DIRT BUILD UP AND LITTERED ALONG WALLS/CORNERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST DETAIL CLEAN BASEMENT FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT AND ALONG ALL WALLS/CORNERS THROUGHOUT.
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61
Dec 4, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Nov 16, 2018
Complaint
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: 6-501.111- FOUND EVIDENCE OF TWO LIVE ROACHES IN THE BASEMENT ON THE PALLET WITH BOXES OF MENUS AND 8 LIVE ROACHES AND 5 DEAD ROACHES ON THE WALL BASE OF THE WALLS IN THE BASEMENT, INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE THE ROACHES AND INFORM THE PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. HAVE ADDITIONAL INSPECTION BY PEST CONTROL TECHNICIAN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: 6-201.11-FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE ALL CORNER IN THE BASEMENT,UNDERNEATH ALL PALLETS IN THE STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT, INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER UNDERNEATH THE WIRE RACK SHELVINGS, UNDER AND BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL COOLERS ALONG THE WALL BASE AND CORNER IN THE KITCHEN,PREP AREA AND COOK LINE WITH GREASE AND DUST ACCUMULATED. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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86
Jul 3, 2018
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jun 21, 2018
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 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 LIVE PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES IN THE BASEMENT: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 10 LIVE ROACHES UNDER THE STORAGE RACKS AND UNDER RUBBISH IN THE OLD OFFICE UNDER THE FRONT STAIRCASE IN THE BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO ELIMINATE ALL ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE INFECTED AREAS OF THE FLOOR IN BASEMENT. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE MOPS IN BETWEEN USE FOR SANITARY PURPOSES.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE MICROWAVE TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS SPLATTER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOOR UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL INFECTED AREAS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE THE MISSING FLOOR TILE NEAR THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND TO PREVENT CUSTOMERS/STAFF FROM GETTING INJURED.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE THE HOLES AND DAMAGED DRY WALL ALONG THE REAR STAIRCASE LEADING UP TO THE 1ST FLOOR TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FAN VENT COVERS IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE THICK DUST ACCUMULATION AND MAINTAIN TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION IN THE BATHROOMS AT ALL TIMES.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE CLUTTER AND DEBRIS IN THE AIR NEAR THE FRONT STAIRCASE IN THE BASEMENT WHERE AN OFFICE USED TO BE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AREAS AND MAINTAIN CLEAN.
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Mar 2, 2018
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUPS USED TO DISPENSE FOOD IN THE CONTAINERS OF CHEESE AND GIARDINNARA IN THE COLD HOLDING REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDLED SCOOPS TO DISPENSE FOOD AND TO STORE HANDLED SCOOPS EITHER IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP OUT OF THE FOOD OR IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER IN BETWEEN USE.
31
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FRONT AND SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, THE CUTTING BOARDS, REFRIGERATION UNITS, PREP TABLES, AND UTENSILS TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP AND/OR SPLATTER.
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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 FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE HOT HOLDING UNITS AND THE REFRIGERATION UNITS ACROSS THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE LINE.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING SHIELDS TO PROTECT LIGHT FIXTURES AT ALL TIMES.
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82
Feb 2, 2018
Reinspection
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUPS USED TO DISPENSE FOOD IN THE CONTAINERS OF CHEESE AND GIARDINNARA IN THE COLD HOLDING REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDLED SCOOPS TO DISPENSE FOOD AND TO STORE HANDLED SCOOPS EITHER IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP OUT OF THE FOOD OR IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER IN BETWEEN USE.
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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 FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE HOT HOLDING UNITS AND THE REFRIGERATION UNITS ACROSS THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE LINE.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING SHIELDS TO PROTECT LIGHT FIXTURES AT ALL TIMES.
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86
Feb 1, 2018
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE IN USE AND UNABLE TO ADEQUATELY SANITIZE AT TIME OF INSPECTION: THE DISHMACHINE WAS SANITIZING AT 0 PPM CHLORINE DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT A PROFESSIONAL TO REPAIR THE MACHINE TO PROVIDE A SANITIZING CONCENTRATION OF 50-100PPM CHLORINE AT ALL TIMES. THE MACHINE WAS TAGGED AND CANNOT BE USED UNTIL RE-INSPECTED BY CDPH AFTER THE MACHINE IS SANITIZING AT THE PROPER CONCENTRATION OF 50-100PPM CHLORINE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD NOT PROTECTED FROM CONTAMINATION DURING STORAGE: OBSERVED AN ELECTRIC FLY ZAPPER STORED ON A DRY FOOD STORAGE RACK IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT WITH 100'S OF DEAD BUGS ON THE STORAGE RACKS. UPON REQUEST THE MANAGER REMOVED THE BUG ZAPPER FROM THE FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD BUGS FROM THE BASEMENT, DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL INFECTED AREAS. OBSERVED A LARGE AMOUNT OF RICE BEING REHEATED IN THE MICROWAVE THAT WAS IN A GROCERY BAG. INSTRUCTED TO NOT STORE, REHEAT, OR COOK WITH ANY TYPE OF GROCERY BAG AS THEY ARE NOT FOOD GRADE BAGS AND WILL MELT. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 5# OF RICE WORTH APPROXIMATELY $20. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005A
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUPS USED TO DISPENSE FOOD IN THE CONTAINERS OF CHEESE AND GIARDINNARA IN THE COLD HOLDING REFRIGERATION UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO USE HANDLED SCOOPS TO DISPENSE FOOD AND TO STORE HANDLED SCOOPS EITHER IN THE FOOD WITH THE HANDLE FACING UP OUT OF THE FOOD OR IN A SEPARATE CONTAINER IN BETWEEN USE.
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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 FOOD SPLATTER ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE HOT HOLDING UNITS AND THE REFRIGERATION UNITS ACROSS THE COOKING EQUIPMENT ON THE LINE.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A HOLE IN THE CEILING OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE IN THE BASEMENT WHERE WOOD IS DETERIORATING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE CEILING TO PROVIDE A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE THE PREP AREA IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING SHIELS TO PROTECT LIGHT FIXTURES AT ALL TIMES.
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May 30, 2017
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED SLIGHT CALCIUM BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
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May 22, 2017
Complaint
4 minor violations.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM REPORT #1970331 DATED ON 10/27/16 NOT CORRECTED- #35 MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE CORNER WALL NEXT TO THE ICE BOX FREEZER ACROSS FROM THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO REMOVE GRIME AND FOOD SPLASHES. ALSO THE WALL ACROSS FROM THE PIZZA MAKING STATION TO REMOVE SPLASH FROM THE WAL. IN REAR CUSTOMER SITTING AREA MUST REMOVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM ALL CEILING TILES. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRI AND DEAD INSECTS FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE LGITH SHIELDS AT CEILING. SAID PREVIOUS VIOLATION MUST BE CORRECTED BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 NON COMPLIANCE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN- OBSERVED SLIGHT CALCIUM BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE, FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS AT PREP AND DISH MACHINE AREAS, FOOD DEBRIS ON EXTERIOR OF DRINKS MACHINE BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, FOOD DEBRIS ON SHELVES AT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLOOD AND DIRT BUILD UP ON FLOOR AT PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR AT PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SOME PEELING PAINT FROM PREP AREA CEILING TILES ALSO OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS INSIDE CEILING TILES LIGHT COVERS ABOVE PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILE LIGHT COVERS ABOVE PREP AREA AND REMOVE ALL PEELING PAINT FROM PREP AREA CEILING TILES.
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Oct 27, 2016
Complaint
5 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL ALL RAW, COOKED AND PREPARED FOODS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATION UNITS AND WALK-IN COOLER INSIDE CONTAINERS WHICH ARE NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING.ALL FOODS NOT FOUND IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING MUST BE LABELED AND DATED AT ALL TIMES. ALSO FOUND BEEF, CHICKEN AND OTHER FOOD PRODUCTS BEING STORED IN WHITE PLASTIC SHOPPING BAGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND ICE BOX FREEZERS. ALL FOODS MUST BE STORED IN FOOD GRADE BAGS AT ALL TIMES(FOR EXAMPLE ZIP-LOCK PLASTIC BAGS).
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE AND REPAINT EXTREMELY RUSTY SHELVING RACK INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER LOCATED ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE AS YOU WALK IN. ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANBLE AT ALL TIMES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FLOOR FROM THE MIDDLE OF THE KITCHEN ALL THE WAY TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. ALSO RETILE FLOOR IN FRONT OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. FOUND MISSING FLOOR TILES. MUST PROVIDE.
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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 AND SANITIZE THE CORNER WALL NEXT TO THE ICE BOX FREEZER ACROSS FROM THE REAR EXIT DOOR TO REMOVE GRIME AND FOOD SPLASHES. ALSO THE WALL ACROSS FROMT THE PIZZA MAKING STATION TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES FROM THE WALL. IN THE REAR CUSTOMER SITTING AREA MUST REMOVE DUST ACCUMULATION FROM ALL CEILING TILES. MUST REMOVE ALL DEBRI AND DEAD INSECTS FROM THE INTERIOR OF THE LIGHT SHIELDS AT THE CEILING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE AT THE FRONT SERVICE AREA 3-COMP SINK. AT THIS TIME IT IS DIFFICULT TO OPEN AND CLOSE. MUST REPAIR.
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Feb 16, 2016
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: DURING INSPECTION FOUND FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE. IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND IN 2 OTHER REFRIGERATORS FOUND RAW EGGS BEING IMPROPERLY STORED ABOVE OTHER POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS. CDI. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS STORE RAW EGGS ON THE BOTTOM SHELF OF ALL REFRIGERATORS AND COOLERS. ALSO IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER FOUND 2 UNCOVERED CONTAINERS HOLDING PORK CHOPS WITH AN CARD BOARD BOX ENCRUSTED TO THE FOOD PRODUCT. CDI. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGEMENT. (APPROXIMATE VALUE $125.00 50LBS) INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL FOODS BEING STORED IN COOLERS, REFRIGERATORS, WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS MUST BE PROPERLY COVERED DURING STORAGE AT ALL TIMES.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE ALUMINUM FOIL FROM THE REAR PREP TABLE IN THE REAR KITCHEN ACROSS FROM THE STOVE AREA SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REPAINT/REPLACE PREP TABLE BOTTOM SHELF.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE EXHAUST HOOD CANOPY INTERIOR, THE 4-TOP STOVE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR AND THE PREP TABLE NEXT THE ABOVE STATED STOVE TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRI AND GREASE ACCUMULATION. ALSO MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL REFRIGERATORS AT THE FRONT SERVICE LINE AND AT THE REAR KITCHEN AREA ON THE 1ST FLOOR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST REGROUT FLOOR IN THE REAR KITCHEN IN FRONT OF THE 3-COMP SINK AREA SO AS TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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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 AND SANITIZE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE REAR KITCHEN AND THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AREAS TO REMOVE FOOD SPLASHES.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR EXHAUST VENTS IN THE BOTH MEN'S AND LADIES RESTROOM SO AS TO HAVE EXHAUST VENT OUTWARDS. MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE 3-COMP SINK IN THE REAR KITCHEN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: FOUND TWO FOOD PREP STAFF MEMBERS WHO STARTED WORKING AT FACILITY IN DECEMBER 2015 WITHOUT THEIR IDPH FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE. MUST OBTAIN AND PROVIDE FOR THE NEXT ROUTINE INSPECTION.
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70
Nov 19, 2015
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jul 30, 2015
Recent Inspection
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL/DATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN ALSO,REPLACE WORNED-OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS, SINKS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE,FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER,AROUND, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE 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 WALL/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,WALLS ALONG THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT FRONT CUSTOMER DINING AREA CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE STORAGE NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLER,BASEMENT AREA, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.RELOCATE DRY GOODS STORED NEAR EXPOSED WASTE LINE PIPES IN BASEMENT AREA.
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Jul 20, 2015
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS DICING AND CHOPPING ONIONS,TOMATOES (READY-TO-EAT-FOODS) WITH THEIR BARE HANDS AND MULTI-TASKING PERFORMING MULTIPLE TASKS HANDLING FOODS AND NOT WASHING HANDS.INSTRUCTED ON PROPER PROCEDURES OF WASHING HANDS PER CITY CODE.MANAGER PROVIDED GLOVES FOR HANDLING FOODS BEFORE I LEFT,WAS AGAIN ADVISED THAT THERE IS NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS(USE GLOVES,TONGS,SPOONS,SPATULAS ETC.) CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-010(A).
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NUMEROUS RAW FOODS BEEF,PORK INSIDE REACH-IN-COOLERS/WALK-IN-COOLER STORED ABOVE AND NEXT TO READY-TO-EAT FOODS SALSAS,CUT TOMATOES,READY-TO-EAT PRODUCE ITEMS,READY- TO- EAT COOKED FOODS TAMALES UNCOVERED,UNLABELED ETC.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY COVER ALL FOODS AND STORE READY TO EAT FOOD ABOVE RAW FOODS IN COOLERS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL/DATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN ALSO,REPLACE WORNED-OUT CUTTING BOARDS IN KITCHEN AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENTS, SINKS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE,FAN COVERS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER,AROUND, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE 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 WALL/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,WALLS ALONG THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT FRONT CUSTOMER DINING AREA CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE STORAGE NEAR THE WALK-IN-COOLER,BASEMENT AREA, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.RELOCATE DRY GOODS STORED NEAR EXPOSED WASTE LINE PIPES IN BASEMENT AREA.
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Apr 30, 2015
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 21, 2015
Suspected Food Poisoning
14 minor violations.
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Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED THE KITCHEN 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 60.1F. THE COOLER IS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS BEEF TRIPE,HAMBURGERS,CHILE RELLENOS,RAW CHICKEN,RAW PORK,COOKED GROUND BEEF ETC... MUST EMPTY THE UNIT AND HAVE IT REPAIRED SO THAT IT MAINTAINS AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF BELOW 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED CHILE RELLENOS AT 45.6F,RAW STEAK AT 48.9F,PORK CARNITAS 48.7F,RAW PORK 67.4F,HAMBURGERS 49.3F,RAW CHICKEN 48.7F,COOKED GROUND BEEF 60.9F,COOKED CHICKEN AND COOKED SAUSAGE LINKS INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 100.1F-110.7F AT COOK LINE.MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED SAID FOODS APPROXIMATELY 40#'S OF FOOD WORTH APPROX. $500.00 AS PER MANAGER ON DUTY.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MONITOR,MAINTAIN ALL COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW AND ALL HOT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT 140F OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector notes: FOUND NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL SINKS THROUGHOUT THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT TEMPERATURE OF WATER MEASURED AT 80.4F AT THIS TIME. OPERATOR RESTORED ADEQUATE HOT RUNNING WATER AND TEMPERATURE MEASURED AT 110.F UNDER PRESSURE AT 3:20 P.M..INSTRUCTED TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN SAFE,HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NUMEROUS FOOD CONTAINERS OF RAW MEATS (BEEF,CHICKEN,PORK) AND RAW SHELL EGGS INSIDE THE 2 DOOR STAND-UP REACH-IN-COOLER AND INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER STORED ABOVE AND NEXT TO UNCOVERED/UNPROTECTED/NOT LABELED COOKED BEEF TRIPE,COOKED GROUND BEEF,COOKED CHICKEN ETC.. INSTRUCTED MANAGER ON PROPER FOOD PROTECTION OF FOODS DURING STORAGE,PREPARATION,DISPLAY,SERVICE.ALSO,FOUND LARGE AMOUNTS OF RUST INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE PANEL DIRECTLY ABOVE FROM ICE CHIPS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF ICE MACHINE AND REMOVE RUSTS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND THE REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE ALLEY NOT INSECT/RODENT-PROOFED/WEATHERSTRIP IS BROKEN;APPROX: 1/4" GAP AT THE LEFT CORNER OF SAID DOOR.INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL/DATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS AT 2 DOOR STAND-UP REACH IN COOLER ARE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. WOODEN STORAGE SHELVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN DRY SRORAGE AREAS AND RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST BE REPLACED OR REPAIRED USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE,KITCHEN SHELVINGS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER,AROUND, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE 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 WALL/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,WALLS ALONG THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT REAR CORNER IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER OR SHATTER-PROOF LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT MET. (NO PROOF, NO RECORDS,NO APPROPIATE DOCUMENTATION). INSTD TO OPERATOR TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN ORGANIZED SYSTEM OF DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED.
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Mar 5, 2015
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL/DATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS AT 2 DOOR STAND-UP REACH IN COOLER ARE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. WOODEN STORAGE SHELVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN DRY SRORAGE AREAS AND RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST BE REPLACED OR REPAIRED USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE,KITCHEN SHELVINGS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER,AROUND, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE 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 WALL/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,WALLS ALONG THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT REAR CORNER IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT MET. (NO PROOF, NO RECORDS,NO APPROPIATE DOCUMENTATION). INSTD TO OPERATOR TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN ORGANIZED SYSTEM OF DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED.
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Feb 23, 2015
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED OR RODENT-PROOFED.OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND CONTAINER NOT COVERED.ALSO,THE GREASE CONTAINER HAS EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS,GREASE BUILD-UP ALL AROUND THE LID AND ON GROUND.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO NOTIFY THE GARBAGE COMPANY FOR SERVICE AND MAINTAIN CONTAINER TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT NUISANCES AND MAINTAIN GREASE CONTAINER FREE OF GREASE BUILD-UP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL/DATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS AT 2 DOOR STAND-UP REACH IN COOLER ARE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. WOODEN STORAGE SHELVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN DRY SRORAGE AREAS AND RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST BE REPLACED OR REPAIRED USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE,KITCHEN SHELVINGS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER,AROUND, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE 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 WALL/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,WALLS ALONG THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT REAR CORNER IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER NOT ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT MET. (NO PROOF, NO RECORDS,NO APPROPIATE DOCUMENTATION). INSTD TO OPERATOR TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN ORGANIZED SYSTEM OF DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED.
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Jan 27, 2015
Routine
12 minor violations.
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Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector notes: FOUND (1) CONTAINER OF OYSTERS HELD INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER IN 1ST FLOOR KITCHEN LACKING THE REQUIRED SHELLFISH TAG. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED SAID SHELLFISH- APPROXIMATELY 40 OYSTERS,APPROXIMATELY TOTAL DOLLAR VALUE $70.00 AS PER MANAGER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (B).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES.OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINER WITH ABOUT 10#'s OF COOKED RICE,3#'s OF COOKED GROUND BEEF WITH INTERNAL TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49.1-52.2F.NO TIME AND TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED,DENATURED SAID FOODS.APPROX:DOLLAR VALUE$30.00. AS PER MANAGER. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE.OBSERVED DIRTY PLATES,SPOON AND SAUCE PANS STORED INSIDE SINK. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL ITEMS INSIDE SINK. ADVISED MANAGER THAT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IS FOR HAND WASHING ONLY. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL PREPARED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL/DATE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: RUBBER GASKETS AT 2 DOOR STAND-UP REACH IN COOLER ARE IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. WOODEN STORAGE SHELVINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN DRY SRORAGE AREAS AND RUSTY SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER.MUST BE REPLACED OR REPAIRED USING A NON-TOXIC FINISH AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, SINKS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, ICE MACHINE,KITCHEN SHELVINGS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER,AROUND, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE 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 WALL/CEILING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND ATTACHED EQUIPMENTS,WALLS ALONG THE COOK LINE WITH GREASE/FOOD DEBRIS SPLASHED REMOVE DUSTS BUILD-UP ON VENTILATION COVERS INSIDE THE TOILET ROOMS AND MAINTAIN. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE AT REAR CORNER IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE ICE MACHINE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR MONITORING FOOD TEMPERATURES.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: ICE DISPENSING UTENSIL MUST BE PROPERLY STORED AND INVERTED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED CONTAINER NOT ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENT MET. (NO PROOF, NO RECORDS,NO APPROPIATE DOCUMENTATION). INSTD TO OPERATOR TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AN ORGANIZED SYSTEM OF DOCUMENTS AS REQUIRED.
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Aug 14, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FRONT COUNTER CABINET DOOR, DOOR NOT PROPERLY CLOSING, MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND BAR, NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN BOARD, MUST PROVIDE/REPAIR HANDLERS TO STEAM TABLE COVERS, REACH-IN FREEZER AND COOLER DOORS, AND REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS AT REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, RESEAL/REPLACE RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN REACH-IN COOLERS, REPAINT CHIPPING RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT AREA, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL/CEILING NOT CLEAN AND IN POOR REPAIR, BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN WALK-IN COOLER, VARIOUS AREAS IN KITCHEN, AND DINING ROOM, CEILING TILE MISSING AND CEILING VENTS NOT CLEAN THROUGHOUT PREMISES,
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Aug 7, 2014
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR, NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, SEVERAL RUSTY WASHERS AND SCREWS ATTACHED TO BOTTOM OF SINK, MUST BE PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE, AND BETTER MAINTAINED, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-030
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN,
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI-USE AND SINGLE USE UTENSILS IMPROPERLY STORED, MULTI-USE DISHES MUST BE INVERTED DURING STORAGE, AND SINGLE USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED WITH HANDLES FACING IN ONE DIRECTIONS DURING STORAGE,
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR FRONT COUNTER CABINET DOOR, DOOR NOT PROPERLY CLOSING, MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD AT EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND BAR, NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DRAIN BOARD, MUST PROVIDE/REPAIR HANDLERS TO STEAM TABLE COVERS, REACH-IN FREEZER AND COOLER DOORS, AND REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS AT REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, RESEAL/REPLACE RUSTY WIRE SHELVING IN REACH-IN COOLERS, REPAINT CHIPPING RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT AREA, ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE,
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: VENTS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE, TOPS, SIDES, AND INTERIOR CABINET OF FRYERS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS, AND CUTTING BOARDS, ALL SURFACES NEEDS DETAIL CLEANING,
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREMISES, FIRST FLOOR AND BASEMENT AREAS, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT, AND REPAIR FLOOR TILE FIRST KITCHEN AREA,
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: WALL/CEILING NOT CLEAN AND IN POOR REPAIR, BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, IN WALK-IN COOLER, VARIOUS AREAS IN KITCHEN, AND DINING ROOM, CEILING TILE MISSING AND CEILING VENTS NOT CLEAN THROUGHOUT PREMISES,
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXPOSED HAND SINK BEHIND BAR IN POOR REPAIR, SINK NOT PROPERLY DRAINING, MUST REPAIR,
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: THERMOMETERS NEEDED IN ALL COOLERS CONSPICUOUSLY,
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Mar 20, 2014
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: LARGE AMOUNTS OF DEBRI ON BASEMENT FLOOR, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THRU-OUT FRONT STORAGE AREA BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Mar 13, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: REAR DOOR NOT SEAL AND PROPERLY MAINTAINED, APPROX., 1/4 GAP OPENING AT BOTTOM OF DOOR, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: CONTINUED NON COMPLIANCE ON PREVIOUS ORDERS ISSUED ON 11/08/2013, FOR INSPECTION REPORT #1393211, VIOLATIONS LISTED BELOW: 30 PREP FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN. 31 CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON STORAGE SHELVES IN KITCHEN IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED/INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. 32 EXCESSIVE RUST ON BOTTOM PANELS OF TWO PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN AND SHELVING UNITS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND RESEAL RAW WOOD SURFACES, 33 FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE IN KITCHEN; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVE OVEN, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES; AT FRONT SERVING AREA; CABINETS, SHELVES, CUTTING BOARDS, COOLERS AND JUICER; AND IN THE BASEMENT; EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES AND DISH MACHINE. 34 EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST. ALSO MUST REPLACE BROKEN/MISSING FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN. FLOOR SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. 35 FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AT FRONT PREP AREA AND THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN AND BEHIND DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE. GREASE AND DUST ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING PANELS AT FRONT DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENTS AT DINING ROOM AND VENT COVERS IN WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-42-090
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THRU-OUT FRONT STORAGE AREA BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Nov 8, 2013
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON STORAGE SHELVES IN KITCHEN IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED/INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE RUST ON BOTTOM PANELS OF TWO PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN AND SHELVING UNITS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND RE-SEAL OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE IN KITCHEN; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVE OVEN, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES; AT FRONT SERVING AREA; CABINETS, SHELVES, COOLERS AND JUICER; AND IN THE BASEMENT; EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES AND DISH MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST. ALSO MUST REPLACE BROKEN/MISSING FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AT FRONT PREP AREA AND THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN AND BEHIND DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE. GREASE AND DUST ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING PANELS AT FRONT DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENTS AT DINING ROOM AND VENT COVERS IN WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AT FRONT PREP AREA AND THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN AND BEHIND DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE. GREASE AND DUST ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING PANELS AT FRONT DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENTS AT DINING ROOM AND VENT COVERS IN WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AT FRONT PREP AREA AND THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN AND BEHIND DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE. GREASE AND DUST ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING PANELS AT FRONT DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENTS AT DINING ROOM AND VENT COVERS IN WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Oct 22, 2013
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: PREP FOODS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER NOT LABELED; INSTRUCTED TO DATE/LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON STORAGE SHELVES IN KITCHEN IMPROPERLY STORED; INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORED/INVERT TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE RUST ON BOTTOM PANELS OF TWO PREP TABLES IN THE KITCHEN AND SHELVING UNITS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND RE-SEAL OR REPLACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE BUILD-UP ON EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE IN KITCHEN; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVE OVEN, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES; AT FRONT SERVING AREA; CABINETS, SHELVES, COOLERS AND JUICER; AND IN THE BASEMENT; EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES AND DISH MACHINE.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE AND WATER ON FLOORS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN, FRONT SERVING AREA AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. MUST KEEP FLOORS DRY IN KITCHEN AND BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST. ALSO MUST REPLACE BROKEN/MISSING FLOOR TILES THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON WALLS AT FRONT PREP AREA AND THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN AND BEHIND DISH MACHINE IN BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE. GREASE AND DUST ON HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING PANELS AT FRONT DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. EXCESSIVE DUST ON CEILING ATTACHMENTS AT DINING ROOM AND VENT COVERS IN WASHROOMS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTER THRU-OUT FRONT STORAGE AREA BEHIND FRONT COUNTER AND BASEMENT; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Jul 17, 2013
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MEETING PROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE PREP COOLER. SUCH AS MASHED POTATO AT 51.1F, BOILED EGGS AT 48.9F, CHICKEN SALAD AT 51.0F. PREP COOLER TEMPERATURE AT 40F. NO TIME/TEMPERATURE LOG TO SHOW. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005(A). MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCT WORTH $ 3.00 TOTAL 2 LBS.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER NOT MAINTAINED. WITH FRESH GREASE DRIPPING AROUND THE RIM OF THE LID AND LID WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS, 7-38-020. MANAGER ASKED ONE OF THE EMPLOYEE TO CLEAN THE GREASE CONTAINER DURING INSPECTION. GREASE CONTAINER IS NOW CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO RE CAULK AROUND THE WASHBOWL SINK IN BOTH WASHROOMS. CAULKING WORN OUT. MUST SEAL OR REPAINT ALL THE WOOD SHELVINGS IN THE BASEMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE CABINET BEHIND THE BAR, FOOD SUPPLY SHELVINGS IN THE BASEMENT, ALL THE PREP TABLE, ALL BULK CONTAINERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL THE DOORS THRU-OUT THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL AND MAINTAIN, FLOOR THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT,(WITH WATER ON THE FLOOR)MUST DRY FLOOR TO PREVENT INSECT HARBORAGE. KITCHEN,PREP AREA,( WITH FOOD DEBRIS EVERYWHERE.)INSIDE THE WALK IN FREEZER AND WALK IN COOLER, AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT THE PREP AREA/KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING VISIBLE THERMOMETER IN SOME REACH IN COOLER, WALK IN COOLER AND PREP COOLER. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: WASH CLOTH USE FOR CLEANING THE PREP TABLE, COOLER, DINING TABLES,MUST BE STORED IN A BUCKET WITH SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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Feb 20, 2013
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AT 49.0F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL COOLERS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005A. MANAGER CALLED A TECHNICIAN TO FIX THE COOLER WHILE I WAS TYPING THE REPORT. TECHINICIAN WAS ABLE TO FIX THE COOLER AND IS NOW AT 38.9F.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT MEETING PROPER TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER. SUCH AS BEEF AT 46.5F, HAMBURGER AT 47.4F, CHICKEN AT 48.2F, GYROS AT 47.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST MAINTAIN A TEMPERATURE OF 40F OR BELOW INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLER DURING STORAGE. CITATION ISSUED CRITICAL 7-38-005A. MANAGER DISCARDED THE SAID PRODUCT WORTH $100.00, TOTAL 35 LBS.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: ALL CLEAN MULTI USE UTENSILS, POTS,PANS,TRAYS, MUST BE STORED UPSIDE DOWN/INVERTED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND THE HOT HOLDING UNIT IN THE KITCHEN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE FOLLOWING: ALL CHOPPING BOARD, INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE, ALL EXTERIOR PART AND LID OF ALL THE BULK CONTAINERS UNDER THE PREP TABLES AND STORAGE AREA IN THE BASEMENT,BOTTOM INTERIOR SHELVE OF THE REACH IN FREEZER, INSIDE THE CABINET BEHIND THE BAR AND CABINETS IN FRONT OF THE SERVING AREA, AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MISSING FLOOR DRAIN COVER IN THE BASEMENT,MUST PROVIDE. CRACKED FLOOR TILES BEHIND THE BAR CLOSE TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND KITCHEN CLOSE TO THE EXIT DOOR. MUST REPLACE CRACKED FLOOR TILES AND RE GROUT FLOOR IN THE SAME AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN VENT COVER IN BOTH WASHROOMS, WITH HEAVY DUST ACCUMULATED. MUST CLEAN FAN GUARD OF THE 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN THE FRONT AREA,WITH DUST ACCUMULATED.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: CLUTTER IN THE BASEMENT, OLD DISHES, OLD COOKING EQUIPMENT, OLD CABINET, ETC. STORED ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE TO PREVENT RODENT/INSECTS HARBORAGE.
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Dec 18, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jul 3, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT ALL STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT, REPLACE SOME CUTTING BOARDS AT KITCHEN AND REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON TWO DOORS REACH IN COOLER.
32
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS ON WALLS IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ALSO MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN.
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90
Jun 26, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITY NOT MAINTAINING PROPER TEMPERATURE; FOUND THREE DOOR PREP REACH IN COOLER AT 55.4F. INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. TAG HELD FOR INSPECTION PLACED ON UNIT. INSTRUCTED WHEN UNIT IS REPAIRED TO FAX LETTER REQUESTING TAG REMOVAL. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE ABOVE COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES; ABOUT 10LBS. OF CUT TOMATOES AT 63.5F, 15LBS. TAMALES AT 61.8F, 8LBS. CHEESE AT 56.8F, AND 3LBS. OF COOKED POTATOES AT 55.7F. INSTRUCTED COLD POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE AT 40F OR BELOW. FOOD ITEMS DISCARDED; V=$250., CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF LIVE COCKROACH ACTIVITY AT BAR AREA, UNDER SERVING COUNTERS ON SHELVES AND CABINETS. 7 LIVE ADULT AND 3 NYMPH NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE AREA AND SEAL CRACKS/CREVICES. ADVICED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-020.
18
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT ALL STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT THE BASEMENT, REPLACE SOME CUTTING BOARDS AT KITCHEN AND REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON TWO DOORS REACH IN COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN, MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, AND STORAGE SHELVES AND CABINETS AT BAR AREA.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS AT BAR AREA AND KITCHEN, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS ON WALLS IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ALSO MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT THE KITCHEN.
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Mar 20, 2012
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS
34
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN.
36
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 ONE OF TWO FAUCETS FOR THE 3PART SINK IN KITCHEN, REPLACE HOT WATER HANDLE.
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Jan 24, 2012
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. PREP FOODS IN WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN NOT LABELED, MUST LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
30
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 REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS, AND REPLACE RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEANED, MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BLENDERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, AND ALL STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT PREMISES, INCLUDING IN BASEMENT.
33
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 REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
34
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 BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AND REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN CEILING PANELS AT SAME AREA.
35
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 REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN.
36
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 ONE OF TWO FAUCETS FOR THE 3PART SINK IN KITCHEN, REPLACE HOT WATER HANDLE.
38
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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67
Jan 5, 2012
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
35
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Above violation still remaining.
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70
Nov 30, 2011
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS NOT AT PROPER TEMPERATURES; OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD ITEMS ON TOP OF PREP TABLE; 10 LBS OF COOKED RED SAUCE AT 80.9F, ABOUT 2 LBS. OF COOKED PORK AT 79.8F, AND ABOUT 1 LB. COOKED CHICKEN AT 69.05F. MANAGER STATED FOOD ITEMS COOKED/PREPARED LAST NIGHT AND LEFT ON TOP OF PREP TABLE OVER NIGHT. MUST KEEP COLD AT 40F OR BELOW, HOT 140F OR HIGHER. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005(A).
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. PREP FOODS IN WALK IN COOLER AND DRIED FOOD CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN NOT LABELED, MUST LABEL AND MAINTAIN.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.
31
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 REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS, AND REPLACE RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEANED, MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, BLENDERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES, AND ALL STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT PREMISES, INCLUDING IN BASEMENT.
33
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 REPLACE BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT, UNDER, BEHIND EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
34
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 BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AND REPLACE MISSING AND BROKEN CEILING PANELS AT SAME AREA.
35
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: CLEANING TOWELS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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67
Aug 5, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Aug 4, 2011
Reinspection
9 minor violations.
View 9 violations
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation not corrected: 7-26-2011, report #557461: 18-Evidence of live insects found on premises. Houseflies on premises in prep, basement, dining and storage area. #35-Must seal openings thru-out kitchen and basement walls and ceilings, clean walls thru-out same areas repair north wall near walk-in cooler near kitchen and clean hood and filters above cooking equipment. #41-Excessive clutter thru-out kitchen and basement must remove unnecessary articles, clean and organize to prevent pest harbonage.
14
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: Outside garbage area not maintained or cleaned. Excessive clutter and debris stored outside of rear exit door.Instructed remove all garbage and debris from rear.
19
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Install proper disposable towel dipensers at all hand sinks, provide covers for soap dispensers.-----Provide tight fitting lids for garbage containers through-out
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Fan covers and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. Clean all equipment and containers (greasetraps, sinks, coolers/cabinets etc), remove all grease, dirt, food debris etc.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors thru-out premises not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean floor in prep and basement and remove excessive water on basement floor and replace missing floor tile in prep and storage areas. Clean all floor drains through-out, remove food debris.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers/ceiling tiles thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean, remove accumulated dust. Must replace all missing wall and coving tile and seal all openings and gaps. Must remove foam(great stuff) and properly seal holes. Stainless steel panel behind cooking equipment not maintained. Instructed to remove or properly attach to wall.----Replace missing/broken weather stripping between 2 outermost front doors
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Adequate light not provided in basement. Instructed to install more light.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Must raise or adjust tension spring on basement sprayer to keep it above rim of sink.
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Aug 2, 2011
Reinspection
16 minor violations.
View 16 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: "Held for Inspection" tag remains.
2
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: violation #04 now corrected.
4
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Violation #08 now corrected.
8
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous serious violation not corrected: 7-26-2011, report #557461: 18-Evidence of live insects found on premises. Observed 7 live roaches in basement and several other areas (womens washroom, under 3 compartment sink, under chest freezer). Also, numerous (hundreds) live gnats and houseflies thru-out premises in prep, basement, dining and storage area. Flies on walls, ceiling, food containers and equipment, in boxes of dried chilis etc) Rodent activity found on premises. Found mice droppings-approximately 30 plus on storage shelves in basement. Instructed to remove all live pest activity, detail clean and sanitize all areas/utensils/equipment and have licensed pest control service premises. 29-#32 Must replace broken gaskets on reach in cooler doors at rear prep area and seal rusty bottom of two prep tables. #33-Must clean-sanitize coolers, freezers, bar area cabinets, all cooking equipment, microwave ovens, storage shelves thru-out basement, exposed sinks and exterior of ice machine. #35-Must seal openings thru-out kitchen and basement walls and ceilings, clean walls thru-out same areas repair north wall near walk-in cooler near kitchen and clean hood and filters above cooking equipment. #41-Excessive clutter thru-out kitchen and basement must remove unnecessary articles, clean and organize to prevent pest harbonage. Articles must be stored off floor, away from walls. Critical citation issued 7-42-090.
14
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Violation has been upgraded to Critical
18
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Violation has been upgraded to Critical
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not proerly stored. Instructed to properly stored cleaned utensils inverted to prevent ccontamination before use.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards not maintained in prep area. Instructed to replace all worn cutting boards.----Install proper disposable towel dipensers at all hand sinks, provide covers for soap dispensers.-----Provide tight fitting lids for garbage containers through-out.-----Remove all crates used for shelving, provide proper raised shelving to facilitate cleaning.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Fan covers and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize. Clean all equipment and containers (greasetraps, sinks, coolers/cabinets etc), remove all grease, dirt, food debris etc.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors thru-out premises not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean floor in prep and basement and remove excessive water on basement floor and replace missing floor tile in prep and storage areas. Clean all floor drains through-out, remove food debris.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers/ceiling tiles thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean, remove accumulated dust. Must replace all missing wall and coving tile and seal all openings and gaps. Stainless steel panel behind cooking equipment not maintained. Instructed to remove or properly attach to wall.----Replace missing/broken weather stripping between 2 outermost front doors.---Remove dead flies from windowsill.----Rear screendoor must be repaired to open outward.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Adequate light not provided in basement. Instructed to install more light. Light bulb not shielded in basement walk-in freezer. Instructed to sheild bulb.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Must raise or adjust tension spring on basement sprayer to keep it above rim of sink.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometers not provided inside prep coolers. Instructed to provide thermometers conspicuous inside coolers.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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Jul 26, 2011
Complaint
15 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: Facilities not maintaining proper temperature. Found 3-door prep cooler internal temperature at 46.3 F and 1-door prep cooler at 52.8 F while storing potentially hazardous foods. Instructed that coolers must maintain 40 F or below. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(A). "Held for Inspection" tag placed on cooler.
2
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation, display and service. Found 15 lbs-Spicy Pork at 48.6 F, 5 lbs-Ground Beef at 56.6 F, 7 lbs-Chorizo at 47.7 F, 12 lbs-Steak at 59.2 F, 3 lbs-Cooked chicken at 50.3, 3 lbs-Guacamole at 45.9 F and 15 lbs-Cooked Ham Shank at 53.4 F. Instructed manager that potentially hazardous foods must maintain 40 F or below. Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded, value $ 150, 60lbs. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A).
3
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: Source of cross contamination observed on cutting boards. Observed cook cutting raw chicken on worn cutting board screwed on prep counter and then proceed to cut onion in same area on cutting baord and not sanitizing. Cutting board heavily stained and not able to submerge in three compartment sink to wash, rinse or sanitize. Instructed manager to provide separated color coded cutting baords for meats and ready to eat products. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(A).
4
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Dish machine not proper concentration or sanitizing strength. Observed a rack of dishes inside dish machine. Chemical chlorine sanitizer at 0ppm. Instructed manager that dish machine must be properly sanitizing at 100ppm. Critical citation issued 7-38-030. "Held for Inspection" tag placed on dish machine. Techinican arrived on premises, machine now sanitizing at 100 ppm.
8
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: Evidence of live insects found on premises. Observed 7 live roaches in basement on back panel of dish machine and on cooking pots on floor in corner of basement and on floor near dish machine. Also, live gnats and house flies in basement around dishmachine and back storage area around storage shelves-approximately 10 gnats and 10 house flies. Rodent activity found on premises. Found mice droppings approximately 30 droppings on storage shelves in locked storage rooms of soda. Instructed to remove all rodent droppings and live activity, detail clean premises and have pest control service premises. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: Previous minor violations not corrected 1-11-2011 or 1-18-2011, report # 365491 and 365507: #32-Must replace broken gaskets on reach in cooler doors at rear prep area and seal rusty bottom of two prep tables. #33-Must clean-sanitize coolers, freezers, bar area cabinets, all cooking equipment, microwave ovens, storage shelves thru-out basement, exposed sinks and exterior of ice machine. #35-Must seal openings thru-out kitchen and basement walls and ceilings, clean walls thru-out same areas repair north wall near walk-in cooler near kitchen and clean hood and filters above cooking equipment. #41-Excessive clutter thru-out kitchen and basement must remove unnecessary articles, clean and organize to prevent pest harbonage. Articles must be stored off floors, away from walls. Serious citation issued 7-42-090
29
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: Foods inside coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
30
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Multi use utensils not proerly stored. Instructed to properly stored cleaned utensils inverted to prevent ccontamination before use.
31
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: Cutting boards not maintained in prep area. Instructed to replace all worn cutting boards.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Fan covers and sinks not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floors thru-out premises not cleaned or maintained. Instructed to detail clean floor in prep and basement and remove excessive water on basement floor and replace missing floor tile in prep and storage areas.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: Light and ventilation covers thru-out not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. Must replace all missing wall and coving tile and seal all openings and gaps. Stainless steel panel behind cooking equipment not maintained. Instructed to remove or proper attach to wall.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Adequate light not provided in basement. Instructed to install more light. Light bulb not shielded in basement walk-in freezer. Instructed to sheild bulb.
36
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: Thermometers not provided inside prep coolers. Instructed to provide thermometers conspicuous inside coolers.
40
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: Ice scoop not properly stored. Instructed to store in sanitize holder or container.
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Jan 18, 2011
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 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 REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER DOORS AT REAR PREP AREA AND SEAL RUSTY BOTTOM PANELS OF ON TWO PREP TABLES.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, BAR AREA CABINETS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVE OVENS, STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT BASEMENT, EXPOSED SINKS, AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
33
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 SEAL OPENINGS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT WALLS AND CEILINGS, CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT SAME AREAS REPAIR NORTH WALL NEAR WALK IN COOLER NEAR KITCHEN AND CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
35
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Inspector Comments: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU-OUT KTCHEN AND BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Jan 11, 2011
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector notes: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles. OBSERVED RAW BEEF ABOVE AN OPEN CONTAINER WITH UNCOVED DELI MEATS,[TURKEY, HAM] SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION. RAW AND COOKED FOODS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED, IN COVERED CONTAINERS. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005[A] CRITICAL.
4
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 INSECTS; NOTED OVER 8 LIVE ROACHES ON BASEMENT FLOOR AND 3 LIVE ROACHES INSIDE BAR CABINETS. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE AREAS AND SEAL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ENCOURAGED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
18
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
30
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 REPLACE BROKEN GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER DOORS AT REAR PREP AREA AND SEAL RUSTY BOTTOM PANELS OF ON TWO PREP TABLES.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, FREEZERS, BAR AREA CABINETS, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVE OVENS, STORAGE SHELVES THRU-OUT BASEMENT, EXPOSED SINKS, AND EXTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE.
33
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-SANITIZE FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT. KEEP BASEMENT FLOOR DRY TO PREVENT PEST ACTIVITY.
34
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 SEAL OPENINGS THRU-OUT KITCHEN AND BASEMENT WALLS AND CEILINGS, CLEAN WALLS THRU-OUT SAME AREAS REPAIR NORTH WALL NEAR WALK IN COOLER NEAR KITCHEN AND CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
35
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 REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN AND CLEAN CEILING ATTACHMENT THRU-OUT.
36
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 SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER BAR AREA 3PART SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE CLUTTER THRU-OUT KTCHEN AND BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Jul 29, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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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.OBSERVED FRONT REACH-IN COOLER TOP MISSING USING TRAYS TO COVER INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING TOP COVER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.OBSREVED THE FOLLOWING NOT CLEAN BASEMENT STORAGE SHELF, EXTERIOR OF FREEZER DOOR, INTERIOR STORAGE SHELF REAR WALK-IN, AND REACH IN COOLERS HOOD FILTERS, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN. ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL CUTTING BOARDS.
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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.OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAIN COVERS NOT CLEAN 1ST. FL. AND BASEMENT AREA INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALSO CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND ALL EQUIPMENT, REMOVE STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT.
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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.CLEAN WALLS BASEMENT BEHIND DISH MACHINE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT SHIELD MISSING IN BASEMENT FREEZER WALK-IN MUST REPLACE. AND LIGHT OUT 1ST.FL. AND CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS 1ST. FL.
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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.FRONT DIPPER WELL LEAKING AT LOWER PIPE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND OR REPLACE.
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Mar 15, 2010
Complaint
9 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED PRECOOKED RICE (3LBS) ON COUNTER HELD AT 56.2*F, EGGS (8) AT 58.6*F,AND SPICY PORK (1LB) AT 55.4*F. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE (LISTED ABOVE).CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005A VALUE $12.50, 5 LBS. DENATURED WITH BLEACH / DUMPED BY BELOW MANAGE.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. OBSERVED SPOONS NOT PROPERLY STORED INSTRUCTED TO STORE HANDLE UP SO EMPLOYEES DON'T TOUCH THE SPOON WHERE CUSTOMERS EAT FROM. (CDI).
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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.REPLACE RUBBER MOLDING AROUND FRONT PREP 2 DOOR COOLER.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN AND SANITIZE FRONT SODA MACHINE NOZZELS (CDI).
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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. STILL WORKING ON VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 98337, DATED 1/19/10. CLEAN INTERIOR OF FRONT CABINETS,BEER COOLER, DEFROST BOX FREEZER FRONT COFFEE DRIP TRAY, CLEAN STOVE ANS OVEN.
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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. STILL WORKING ON VIOLATION FROM REPORT 98337 DATE 1/19/10. CLEAN FLOOR THRU OUT REAR PREP, RESEAL BASEMENT FLOOR.
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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. STILL WORKING ON VIOLATION FROM REPORT 98337 DATE 1/19/10.REPLACE CEILING TILES REAR PREP AREA. CLEAN WALL BEHIND DISH MACHINE.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: DISH MACHINE MOVED TO THE BASEMENT NEED TO INSTALL EXPOSED HAND 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. STILL WORKING ON VIOLATION FROM REPORT 98337 DATED 1/19/10.CLUTTER IN BASEMENT REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Jan 19, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
5 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CLEAN INTERIOR FRONT CABINTS, BEER COOLER, DEFROST BOX FREEZER FRONT, COFFEE DRIP TRAY. CLEAN STOVE, OVEN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR THRU OUT REAR PREP, RESEAL BASEMENT FLOOR.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPLACE CEILING TILES REAR PREP AREA.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SINK NOZZEL LEAKING AT FRONT BAR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: SOME CLUTTER IN BASEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Taqueria El Ranchito last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Taqueria El Ranchito on file is from Jan 6, 2026. The public record contains 68 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Taqueria El Ranchito?
Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited 44 times, more than any other issue at Taqueria El Ranchito.
Has Taqueria El Ranchito's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Taqueria El Ranchito have averaged around eight violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Taqueria El Ranchito means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
How often is Taqueria El Ranchito inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Taqueria El Ranchito is inspected around four times per year on average.
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