The Cheesecake Factory
Last inspected: Jan 29, 2026
95
Score
The Cheesecake Factory appears in inspection records 43 times, starting in 2010. The most recent report on file is from Jan 29, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.
Things have been moving the wrong way, with the rolling count rising from around three violations to closer to six violations per visit.
“Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” comes up most often, recorded 15 times in the inspection record.
That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Chicago restaurant scores 81. The inspection history reads as standard for a restaurant of this size.
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Inspections
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Inspection History
Jan 29, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ICE MACHINES UPPER PORTION PLASTIC WATER TUBES NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE PLASTIC ICE MACHINE WATER TUBES.
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95
Feb 10, 2025
Reinspection
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MEN & WOMENS TOILET ROOM, THOUGHOUT PREP AREAS, ALL WALK-IN COOLERS & WALK-IN FREEZER, BAKERY PREP, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER, FRONT AND REAR PREP. NOTED FLOOR GROUT MISSING THROUGHOUT THE AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP, CEILING IN PIZZA PREP, REAR PREP, AND DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND REPAINT CHIPPED AREAS TO ENSURE WALLS ARE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STAINLESS-STEEL WALL LEADING TO UTILITY SINK IN REAR BREAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Feb 3, 2025
Complaint
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 10 minor violations.
View 14 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT HAND SINK (90.1F) INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. PLUMBER ON SITE AND CORRECTED HANDSINK NOW READING 102.4F PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING OR DIARRHEAL EVENTS. SUPPLIES MUST INCLUDE ADEQUATE SANITIZER THAT ELIMINATES NOROVIRUS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPLIES TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BLANK COPIES OF EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO MAINTAIN POLICY WITH VERIFIABLE SIGNED COPIES ON SITE FOR ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES IN ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF REPORTING AGREEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-010.
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Previous core violation corrected
Inspector notes: NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2597793 CONDUCTED ON 7/19/24. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (39)3-305.11- OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FOR MAIN PREP LINE HANDWASHING SINK DIRECTLY ABOVE UNCOVERED, EXPOSED FOOD IN LINE COOLERS, POSING RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AFTER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD COVERED IN THIS AREA OR RELOCATE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FROM ABOVE EXPOSED FOOD ITEM TO ELIMINATE RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AND MAINTAIN. (47) 4-101.19 - OBSERVED DRY, HEAVILY-SOILED WIPING CLOTHS USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT (USED TO LINE EDGES OF COMPRESSOR ACCESS DOORS). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOILED WIPING CLOTHS AND REPLACE WITH A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE FOR NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS ON TABLETOP CUTTER CITRUS LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS AND CLEAN UNIT AFTER EACH USE.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE DEEP FREEZER IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AT BAR PIPES COMPLETELY FALLEN OFF, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN PLUMBER IS ON SITE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: MEN & WOMENS TOILET ROOM, THOUGHOUT PREP AREAS, ALL WALK-IN COOLERS & WALK-IN FREEZER, BAKERY PREP, BAKERY WALK-IN COOLER, FRONT AND REAR PREP. NOTED FLOOR GROUT MISSING THROUGHOUT THE AREAS MENTIONED ABOVE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO CREATE A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE FRONT AND REAR PREP, CEILING IN PIZZA PREP, REAR PREP, AND DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE AND REPAINT CHIPPED AREAS TO ENSURE WALLS ARE SEALED, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE STAINLESS-STEEL WALL LEADING TO UTILITY SINK IN REAR BREAKING, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION# 60
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: SEE VIOLATION #60
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE REACH IN COOLERS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN.
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Jul 19, 2024
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: OBSERVED INDIVIDUALLY-WRAPPED PORK CUTLETS IN WALK-IN COOLER STORED COVERED (WRAPPED WITH ALUMINUM FOIL) WHILE COOLING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE TCS FOOD ITEMS UNCOVERED OR LOOSELY COVERED IF PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD CONTAMINATION WHILE COOLING TO FACILITATE HEAT TRANSFER AND MAINTAIN.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DISPOSABLE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FOR MAIN PREP LINE HANDWASHING SINK DIRECTLY ABOVE UNCOVERED, EXPOSED FOOD IN LINE COOLERS, POSING RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AFTER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD COVERED IN THIS AREA OR RELOCATE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER FROM ABOVE EXPOSED FOOD ITEM TO ELIMINATE RISK OF CONTAMINATION FROM SPLASH OR DRIP AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DRY, HEAVILY-SOILED WIPING CLOTHS USED TO LINE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT (USED TO LINE EDGES OF COMPRESSOR ACCESS DOORS). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOILED WIPING CLOTHS AND REPLACE WITH A MATERIAL THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE FOR NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED GASKETS ALONG SEVERAL DRAWERS ON SEVERAL COLD-HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT MAIN PREP LINE TO BE EXCESSIVELY SOILED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES OF COLD-HOLDING EQUIPMENT AT ADEQUATE FREQUENCY TO PREVENT BUILD UP OF SOIL ON GASKETS AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SMALL POTABLE WATER LEAK FROM CEILING IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA. LEAK IS NOT ABOVE FOOD, EQUIPMENT, OR SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES. PERSON-IN-CHARGE AWARE OF CEILING LEAK AND IS AWAITING BUILDING MAINTENANCE FOR REPAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CEILING PLUMBING TO ELIMINATE POTABLE WATER LEAK AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD REPAIR.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: OBSERVED UNISEX EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN REAR KITCHEN AREA MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR THIS TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Dec 4, 2023
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO COLD RUNNING WATER AVAILABLE AT HANDSINK IN FRONT PREP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED. NOTED HOT WATER AVAILABLE AT REQUIRED TEMPERATURE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PRE-SET TABLEWARE OIN DINING AREA UNCOVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER SILVERWARE IN ORDER TO PREVENT MISCELLANEUS FORMS OF CONTAMINATION.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HANDSINK WITHOUT PROPER SPLASH GUARD IN BAR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL BARRIER ALONG SIDE OF DRAIN BOARD TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, LIQUOR WELL AND ICE BIN IN BAR WITH EXCESSIVE SPLATTER AND STICKY SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINN FREE OF DEBRIS.
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82
Dec 28, 2022
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Oct 25, 2022
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jul 27, 2022
Complaint
No violations found.
100
May 27, 2022
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Silverware and plates preset on tables not protected from contamination. TABLEWARE that is preset shall be protected from contamination by being wrapped, covered, or inverted.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Heavy dust build up noted on cooling line insulation in walk-in coolers, instructed to clean and maintain.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: Inadequate lighting in produce walk-in cooler, instructed to provide.
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86
Mar 1, 2022
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: soda gun holder not draining excess water, instructed to clean drain line.
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Approved thawing methods used
Inspector notes: Improper thawing method, frozen shrimp bags being thawed in cold standing water. instructed to keep under cold running water.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: Several Bulk food containers ( sugar, flour...) not labeled, instructed to label.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: disposable small container used as a food scoop at cook line, instructed to use proper scoops.
47
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Heavy dust build up noted on cooling line insulation in walk-in coolers, instructed to clean and maintain.
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Jun 7, 2021
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT SANITIZING. CHLORINE READING 0 PPM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED. MANAGEMENT WAS ABLE TO CORRECT VIOLATION BY END OF INSPECTION - CHLORINE NOW READS 100 PPM.
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: SALAD MIXING CONTAINERS STORED DIRECTLY NEXT TO HANDWASHING SINK IN SALAD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE CLEAN DISHES SO THAT THEY ARE NOT EXPOSED TO SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: FOUND HEAVY GREASE BUILDUP INSIDE MULTIPLE FRYERS ON COOKS LINE. MUST CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FOUND GARBAGE AND OTHER DEBRIS ON FLOOR IN REAR EMPLOYEE BREAK AREA. FOUND DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP ON FLOOR OF MEAT WALK-IN COOLER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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74
Jul 28, 2020
Complaint
No violations found.
100
May 19, 2020
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: SALAD MIXING CONTAINERS STORED TOO CLOSE TO HAND WASH SINK, SANI BUCKETS STORED NEAR CUTTING BOARDS. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP A WAY
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Oct 17, 2019
Complaint
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED NO TEST STRIPS ON SITE TO ADEQUATELY MEASURE THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE (160F) AFTER THE FINAL RINSE IN HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED. -
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Jul 30, 2019
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 6-202.15. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE TOP OF THE ROTATING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: Violation Codes: 4-904.13. Inspector Comments: - OBSERVED PRESET TABLEWARE IN THE DINING ROOM, UNCOVERED & EXPOSED TO POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION. MUST REMOVE/COVER/INVERT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF PRESET TABLEWARE TO PREVENT POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO CONTAMINATION.
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Jul 22, 2019
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 12 minor violations.
View 15 violations
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP INTO TWO OF THE COMPARTMENTS OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE DISH PIT, WHEN ONE OF THE COMPARTMENTS IS DRAINED. FACILITY CORRECTED VIOLATION ON SITE BY CLEANING OUT THE DRAIN PIPES OF ANY ACCUMULATED DEBRIS; ALLOWING THE SINK COMPARTMENTS TO ADEQUATELY DRAIN AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION#:7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED. -
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Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF A BLACK AND PICK SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF A THINK BLACK SUBSTANCE ON THE INTERIOR OF THE TUBING OF THE ICE MACHINE LOCATED NEAR THE DISH PIT. MUST REMOVE SUBSTANCE, DETAIL CLEAN/HAVE SERVICED, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. -
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. OBSERVED APPROX 5 LIVE ROACHES ON THE FLOOR IN THE MUSIC STAND CLOSET. MUST REMOVE ALL ROACHES, DETAIL CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR FURTHER SERVICE AND INSTRUCTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED. -
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: - MUST PROVIDE HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASH SINK IN THE BAR. -
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED BULK FOOD ITEMS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM AND IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT IDENTIFYING LABELS. MUST PROVIDE. -
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP ALONG THE TOP OF THE ROTATING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL AT ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS. -
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Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: - MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HANDWASH SINK AND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE BAR. -
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Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED PRESET TABLEWARE IN THE DINING ROOM, UNCOVERED & EXPOSED TO POTENTIAL CONTAMINATION. MUST REMOVE/COVER/INVERT ALL FOOD CONTACT SURFACES OF PRESET TABLEWARE TO PREVENT POTENTIAL EXPOSURE TO CONTAMINATION. -
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN ORGANIC DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. -
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED A SLIGHT LEAK COMING FROM THE SIDE OF THE HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED RAW WOOD USED AS FLOORING IN THE DISH PIT. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE ALL FLOORING TO BE A NON-ABSORBENT, DURABLE, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE. -
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES IN THE DISH PIT. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. -
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF STANDING WATER IN THE DISH PIT AREA. MUST REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF A GREEN SLIMY SUBSTANCE ON THE WALLS IN THE WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. MUST REMOVE SUBSTANCE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN AREA. -
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE EMPLOYEE WOMEN'S AND MEN'S TOILET ROOMS' EXHAUST VENTILATIONS. MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: - OBSERVED A BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN THE DISH PIT. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -
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Apr 6, 2018
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SOME REACH IN COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE/REPAIR DAMAGED COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SLIGHT PINK BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINES AROUND ICE CHUTE. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINES AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING TILES/CEILING LIGHT COVERS AROUND CEILING VENTILATION COVERS ABOVE PREP AREAS. MUST CLEAN CEILING TILES/LIGHT COVERS AND VENTILATION COVERS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: SOME COOLERS MISSING THERMOMETERS AT CHEESECAKE REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR ALL COOLERS.
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Dec 13, 2017
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: BULK-FOOD CONTAINER NOT LABELED, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: DAMAGED WALL AT REAR DRY FOOD STORAGE, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARD NOT WEARING A BEARD RESTRAIN AT FRONT COOK LINE. INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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Sep 7, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: DAMAGED AND MISING INSULATION COVERINGS IN SEVERAL WALK-IN COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: STANDING WATER UNDER COOK LINE, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP DRY AS POSSIBLE.
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Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector notes: NO HANDS WASHING SIGNS IN MEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY PIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK, LEAK AT FILTER LINES FOR ICE MAKER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: EMPLOYEES DRINKS STORED IN PREP COOLERS NEXT TO FOOD, INSTRUCTED TO SEPARATE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ICE SCOOPS STORED INSIDE ICE BINS, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP OFF ICE BINES IN A CLEAN HOLDER.
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Mar 24, 2017
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MISSING LABELES ON SUGAR AND SALT TUBS IN MAIN KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: KNIVES WEDGED UNDER PREP TABLE, INSTRUCTED TO KEEP ON A CLEAN SURFACE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DUST BUILD-UP NOTED ON INSULATION FOR COOLING LINES IN WALK-IN COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MISSING GROUT AROUND LARGE FLOOR DRAINS MAIN KITCHEN, STAGNATE WATE ON KITCHEN FLOOR NEAR SOUND SYSTEM CLOSET. INSTRUCTED MGR TO GROUT AND KEEP FLOOR DRY AS POSSIBLE.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MISSING THERMOMETER IN CHESSE CAKE STATION, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLERS WITH BEARD NOT WEARING BEARD RESTRAINTS, INSTRUCTED TO WEAR.
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74
Nov 30, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER TO REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTBULBS IN THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR ALL REACH-IN SEAFOOD REFRIGERATORS IN THE REAR.
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86
Apr 7, 2016
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SHELLED EGGS STORED OVER READY TO EAT FOODS. MUST STORED RAW MEATS AND SHELLED EGGS UNDER AND BELOW READY TO EAT FOODS AT AL TIMES. NOTE: NO EGGS WERE CRACKED AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP UNDER THE FOOD STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED SEVERAL BAGS OF GARBAGE AND REFUSE ITEMS STACKED UP NEAR THE BACK DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO TAKE GARBAGE OUT TO THE DUMPSTER AND MAINTAIN BACK DOOR AREA CLEAN AT ALL TIMES.
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86
Feb 3, 2016
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jan 22, 2016
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED CONTAINER OF RAW CHICKEN AT 46.0F,CONTAINER OF CUT TOMATOES AT 46.9F,CONTAINER OF SAUSAGE AT 47.9F,CONTAINER OF SHRIMPS INSIDE THE 6 DOOR COOK LINE PREP COOLER. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 10 POUNDS OF FOOD WORTH APPROX. $100.00 AS STATED BY MANAGER ON DUTY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 40F OR BELOW AND HOT FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 140F OR ABOVE. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOOD (ICE) NOT PROTECTED DURING STORAGE INSIDE OF THE 3 ICE MACHINES. OBSERVED BLACK SLIMY SUBSTANCES THROUGHOUT INTERIOR WATER COMPONENTS OF THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO TURN OFF MACHINES, REMOVE ICE AND HAVE INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE CLEANED AND SANITIZED AND MAINTAINED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A).
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED 1 PREP COOLER HAS LOOSE UPPER DRAWER DOOR NEXT TO COOK LINE.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREAS ARE NOT CLEAN.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AREAS INCLUDING FLOOR DRAINS AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD SPLASHED DEBRIS ON WALLS AND CEILING NEAR THE SALAD PREP STATIONS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: LIGHT SHIELD MISSING AT HOOD IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULBS IN HALLWAY LEADING TO DISHWASHING AREAS AND IN STORAGE ROOMS AND WALK-IN-FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE ALL BURNT OUT LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
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Oct 1, 2015
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE COVER FOR CONSUMABLE ICE AT ICE BIN OF MAIN BAR.
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Jul 17, 2015
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE COVER FOR CONSUMABLE ICE AT ICE BIN OF MAIN BAR.
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Jul 10, 2015
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 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 15 SMALL FLYING INSECTS RESTING ON SHELVES, BOXES AND WALL/CEILING IN POTATO ROOM, 25 ON WALL,CEILING IN ESPRESSO BAR AND SURROUNDING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED 10 SMALL FLYING INSECTS IN BAKERY ON WALL. MUST REMOVE. SERIOUS CITATION 7-38-020.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: PROVIDE COVER FOR CONSUMABLE ICE AT ICE BIN OF MAIN BAR.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN/SANITIZE INTERIOR PANEL OF SMALL ICE MACHINE AT REAR.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG COOKLINE OF FOOD SPILLS AND DEBRIS. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER SHELVING IN WALK-IN FREEZER. REMOVE POOLING WATER IN DISHROOM AREA AND AT REAR, ALSO IN BEER COOLER. KEEP FLOORS DRY AT ALL TIMES.
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May 29, 2014
Reinspection
No violations found.
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May 27, 2014
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A 12 DRAWER PREP COOLER WITH AN IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 50.4F ON THE COOKLINE WITH POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SAUTEED VEGETABLES, PANCETTA, BACON, CHICKEN & CHEESE) INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL COOLERS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (SAUTEED VEGETABLES, CHICKEN, PANCETTA, BACON, GUACAMOLE, SOUR CREAM & CHEESE) AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.1F-50.1F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS ON THE COOK LINE AND INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLER. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 98.5 LBS OF FOOD VALUED AT $327. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS COLD FOODS AT 40.0F OR BELOW. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A)
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SALAD PREP 2 COMPARTMENT SINK LEAKING AT THE TOP SEAM BETWEEN BASINS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE UTILITY SINK FAUCET NEAR BACK DOOR WITH NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AND A HOSE CONNECTED TO IT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE.
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Aug 16, 2013
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Aug 8, 2013
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: FOUND FRIUT FLY ACTIVITY AT PREMISES.OBSERVED ABOUT 40 FRUIT FLIES BY DISMACHINE AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: FOUND FOOD CONTAINERS NOT STORED PROPERLY. MUST STORE INVERTED.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOUND SEVERAL CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR.DEEP GROOVES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FOUND FLOORS NOT CLEAN AT DISWASHING AREAS. EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS.
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Nov 16, 2012
Reinspection
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: refer to previous report for description.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: refer to previous report for descriotion.
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Nov 8, 2012
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1138437 DATED ON 08-07-12 FOR VIOLATION #(32) MUST PROVIDE COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED MGR TO CORRECT VIOLATIONS WITHIN GIVEN TIME FRAME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: ICE MAKER INTERIOR SURFACES NOT CLEAN, FAN COVERS AND INSULATION COVERING AT PIPES IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN UNDER FOOD PREP AREA, FOOD DEBRIS NOTED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE STANDING WATER AT DISH WASHING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MINIMIZE AND KEEP FLOOR DRAINS FREE FROM DEBRIS.
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Aug 7, 2012
Routine
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. FOUND 20 LBS OF RAW CHICKEN STORED IN WALK-IN COOLER AT 52.4F, CHICKEN WAS PLACED IN COOLER A DAY BEFORE. FOUND 2LBS OF COOKED BEANS AT 124.3F STORED IN A METAL CONTAINER NEXT TO COOKING BURNERS. INSTRUCTED MGR TO KEEP SUCH FOOD ITEMS STORED AT PROPER HOLDING TEMPERATURE. ITEMS DISCARDED VALUED AT $25.00.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MISSING LABELS ON BULK FOOD CONTAINERS, INSTRUCTED TO LABEL.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MISSING COVERS FOR ICE BINS AT BAR AREA, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: EXCESSIVE STANDING WATER AT DISH WASHING AREA, INSTRUCTED TO MINIMIZE AND KEEP FLOOR DRAINS FREE FROM DEBRIS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AT BAKERY DISPLAY COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST INSTALL A HND SINK IN BAR AREA WHERE READY-TO-EAT FOOD ITEMS HANDLED.
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Oct 4, 2011
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: SINK DRAINS, INTERIOR FLOOR OF COOLERS & CABINETS AT 1ST FLOOR BAR AREA MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: FAN GUARDS OF WALK-IN COOLERS & SMALL COOLERS AT BAKED GOODS AREA & PREP STATION BY MAIN ENTRY WAY MUST BE FREE OF DUST BUILD -UP. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED CONDENSATION WATER FROM WATER LINES UNDER HANDSINKS & SODA DISPENSER BY COOK'S LINE- MUST ADDRESS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. 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.
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May 25, 2011
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: LEAKY PIPES UNDER FRONT SERVERS ICE MACHINE & UNDER STEAMTABLE AT COOK'S LINE MUST BE FIXED. EXHAUST VENT ABOVE DISHMACHINE NOT ADEQUATELY WORKING-MUST FIX. 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.
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May 17, 2011
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: DISHWASHING FACILITY NOT MAINTAINED (7-38-030). OBSERVED LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER COMING OUT FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE DISHMACHINE DOORS, & POURING ONTO THE FLOOR CONTINOUSLY-MUST ADDRESS/FIX & MAINTAIN. All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED & PROPER LIDS/COVERS PROVIDED FOR. All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS WITH DEEP GROOVES MUST BE REPLACED. CAULKING ON SEAMS OF ALL SINKS & STEAMTABLE UNITS MUST BE REPLACED (WORN OUT), TO STOP SEEPAGE OF WATER/ All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR OF COOLERS AT LOWER & FIRST LEVEL BARS, EXTERIOR SIDES OF EQUIPMENT AT COOK'S LINE, COUNTERS UNDER PREP/HANDSINKS, CABINETS AT PASTRY/CAKES SECTION, FAN GUARDS OF SMALL COOLERS, CURTAINS OF DISHMACHINE-DUE TO FOOD STAINS/GREASE OR DIRT. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN DISHROON & PREP AREAS MUST BE KEPT DRY, TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ANY BROKEN TILES MUST BE FIXED. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED: LEAKY PIPES OR FAUCETS AT OR UNDER HANDSINKS/PREP/BAR SINKS THRU-OUT PREMISES. 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.
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Aug 4, 2010
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Jul 28, 2010
Complaint
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
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 2 LIVE ROACHES AT REAR STORAGE ROOM AND LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS/CEILING IN DISHMACHINE ROOM. MUST REM0VE ALL INSECT ACTIVITY. ADVISED TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION. TICKET #H000062262 11.
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May 24, 2010
Complaint
7 minor violations.
View 7 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. FOUND 8 CUTTING BOARDS IN POOR REPAIR. WORN WITH DEEP CUTS. ALL BOARDS HAVE BEEN DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. DRAIN PIPE OPEN ALLOWING WASTE WATER TO DRAIN ON TO FLOOR. MUST REPAIR AND REPLACE DRAIN PLUG. REPAIRED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. SERIOUS CITATION 7-38-030 SERIOUS VIOLATION
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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. LARGE CAN OPENER AND VEGETABLE SLICER IN NEED OF CLEANING AFTER EACH USE.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. ALL FLOORS IN NEED OF GROUTING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST AND BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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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. WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST AND BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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Apr 13, 2010
Suspected Food Poisoning
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
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. LARGE CAN OPENER AND VEGETABLE SLICER IN NEED OF CLEANING AFTER EACH USE.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. ALL FLOORS IN NEED OF GROUTING. MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE DUST AND BUILD-UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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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 SHEILD IN REAR PREP AREA IN NEED OF REPLACING. CRACKED.
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Feb 9, 2010
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
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. REFER TO INSPECTION DATED 2-5-10 REPORT # 20522
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. REFER TO INSPECTION DATED 2-5-10 REPORT # 20522
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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. REFER TO INSPECTION DATED 2-5-10 REPORT # 20522
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. 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. REFER TO INSPECTION DATED 2-5-10 REPORT # 20522
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Feb 5, 2010
Complaint
6 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. THE FOLLOWING UNDER THE COUNTER COOLERS WERE FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. SALAD, PIZZA STATION ETC.....COOLERS WILL BE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION UNTI CORRECTED. NOTIFY DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH VIA FAX. 312-746-4240.
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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. THE FDOLLOWING FOOD ITEMS WERE FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE: 6 LBS OF CHICKEN @ 47.3, 4 LBS OF SHREDDED CHEESE 45.8, 2 LBS BLUE CHEESE 46.4 AND 1 LB OF HAM @ 45.6. THE PRODUCTS WERE ALL DISCARDED. TOTAL VALUE: 13 LBS $20.00.
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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 1 REACH IN COOLER AT BAKERY STATION WITH RUBBER GASKETS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST CORRECT.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. FOUND HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP AT FRYERS, MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS IN THE DISH ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING AND REGROUTING.
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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. ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN MOP SINK CLOSET AT FRONT OF THE STORE MUST BE REMOVED TO ELIMINATE ALL HARBORAGE. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Cheesecake Factory last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at The Cheesecake Factory on file is from Jan 29, 2026. The public record contains 43 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at The Cheesecake Factory?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 15 times, more than any other issue at The Cheesecake Factory.
Has The Cheesecake Factory's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at The Cheesecake Factory have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly three earlier in the record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at The Cheesecake Factory means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.
How often is The Cheesecake Factory inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, The Cheesecake Factory is inspected around three times per year on average.
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