Tony's Steak & Wing
Last inspected: Jun 17, 2025
74
Score
Tony's Steak & Wing has been inspected 20 times since 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Jun 17, 2025. Diners should read medium risk as a signal that some issues exist but aren't extreme.
Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near six violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been the most frequent reason, cited 12 times.
The city-wide average sits at 81, which Tony's Steak & Wing's 74 doesn't quite reach. On the whole, the file is mixed but not concerning.
20
Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
6
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jun 17, 2025
Routine
6 minor violations.
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Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITH A MISSING KNOB ( TOWEL STUFFED INSIDE HOLE ) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OBSERVED OUTSIDE GATE WITH A GAP UNDER THE BOTTOM SOME FORM OF PLASTIC BEING USED AS A COVER TO CLOSE GAP. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOOR KNOB AND TO REPAIR GAP AT BOTTOM WITH PROPER DOOR SEAL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND OR INSECT ACTIVITY.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE SHELVING IN THE REAR WALK IN COOLER WHERE THE CHICKEN AND FISH IS STORED WITH A BUILD UP OF RUST AND PEELING BLACK PAINT AS WELL AS MISSING FLOOR TILES UNDER THE CARD BOARD. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT OR REPLACE SHELVING AND TO REPAIR FLOOR TILES AS A MEANS OF MAKING FLOOR EASY TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN THE REAR DISH WASHING AREA WITH A LEAK AS THE ELBOW OF THE DRAIN PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A UNUSED BEVERAGE DISPENCER IN THE FRONT NOT BEING USED. OBSERVED A UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLING UNIT IN THE FRONT ACROSS FROM GYRO MACHINE NOT IN USE. OBSERVED A UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLING UNIT IN THE REAR DEEP FREEZER AREA NOT BEING USED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO USE OR REMOVE AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING A POSSIBLE HARBORING SPACE FOR PEST AND OR INSECTS.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND SMALL DEBRIS IN THE REAR AREA DISH WASHING AREA AND HALL AREA UNDER AND AROUND NON COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED A/C UNIT NOT ON WHEN WE ARRIVED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MANTAIN PROPER A/C OPERATION AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING WORKERS SWEATING WHILE COOKING FOOD AND PREVENTING POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS BEING PREPARED.
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May 31, 2024
Complaint
6 minor violations.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: UNISEX WASHROOM IN NEED OF COVERED GARBAGE CAN. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: HOOD VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE GREASE AND DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: ALL LARGE BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH NAME OF PRODUCT. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
37
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
Inspector notes: ALL WIPING CLOTHS WHEN NOT IN USE MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: CUTTING BOARDS IN NEED OF REPLACING WHEN WORN AND OR DISCOLORED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.
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74
Apr 20, 2022
Complaint
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO INTERNAL THERMOMETERS IN COOLING EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT FACILITY.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GRIME AND RESIDUE ON WHEELS AND SIDES OF COOLER UNITS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PINHOLE LEAK FROM FAUCET OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED SLOW DRAIN AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PIPE LEADING FROM FURNACE UNIT SET UP TO DRAIN IN THREE COMPARTMENT SINK SANITIZING COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE AND RE-DIRECT PIPE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BUILD UP ON FLOORS UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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Jun 3, 2021
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
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Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND SHELVES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. ALL FOOD AND NON-FOOD SURFACES SHALL BE NONABSORBENT, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ABOVE SLICERS IN REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
56
Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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May 27, 2021
Complaint
3 major violations. 5 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TESK KIT AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TEST KIT FOR PROPER CONCENTRATION IN SANITIZING SOLUTIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN ITALIAN BEEF (169.7F) PREPARED AND SERVED. A CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AND VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES TCS FOOD PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
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Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DESIGNATE PERSON IN CHARGE DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION
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Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
10
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
Inspector notes: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL STOCK SIX INCHES OFF FLOOR.
39
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. FLOORS SHALL BE NONABSORBENT, SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO LIGHTING IN WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING AND MAINTAIN.
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Allergen training as required
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE. ALL CERTIFIED MANAGERS MUST PROVIDE ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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Aug 13, 2020
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 5 violations
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD AS FOOD HANDLER HOLD AND SLICE A LOAF OF FRENCH BREAD. INSTRUCTED PIC THAT BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOODS IS NOT ALLOWED. BREAD WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED AT COST APPROX $5.00.INSTRUCTED PIC THAT FOODHANDLER MUST WEAR GLOVES-COS. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-010
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Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: REPEAT-OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-005
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: UPON INSPECTION OBSERVED ESTABLISHMENT EMPLOYEES NOT WEARING MASK OR NO SIGN POSTED ON DOOR OR INSIDE ESTABLISHMENT MUST WEAR MASK.INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE TO EMPLOYEE. ALSO MUST POST SIGN FOR CUSTOMERS REQUIRED BY EXECUTIVE ORDER.
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Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: WASHROOMS USED BY FEMALES MUST HAVE A COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY NAPKINS. MUST PROVIDE IN WASHROOM.
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Miscellaneous / public health orders
Inspector notes: OBSERVED ESTABLISHMENT NOT PRACTICING SOCIAL DISTANCING AT ALL. NO SIGNS POSTED ON WALL OR FLOOR FOR CUSTOMERS AWARNESS TO PRACTICE 6FT SOCIAL DISTANCE REQUIRED BY EXECUTIVE ORDER. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE IMMEDIATELY.
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May 13, 2019
Routine
4 major violations. 4 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO PROCEDURES OR SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE CLEAN UP POLICY AND SUPPIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
5
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INSTALL HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)
10
Thermometers provided & accurate
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER AVAILABLE FOR INTERNAL TEMPERATURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE METAL STEM THERMOMETER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
Inspector notes: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY AVAILABLE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010
3
Proper date marking and disposition
Inspector notes: OBSERVED READY TO EAT DELI MEAT, SLICED TOMATOES AND SHREDDED LETTUCE NOT LABELED AND DATED IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND DATE ALL REFRIGERATED READY TO EAT TCS FOOD HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
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Food properly labeled; original container
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PACKAGED CHEESECAKES NOT PROPERLY LABELED WITH COMMON NAME, INGREDIENTS, NET WEIGHT, BUSINESS NAME AND ADDRESS, AND ALLERGENS. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL PACKAGED DESSERTS.
37
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVED LOOSE BASEBOARDS UNDER HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL LOOSE BASEBOARDS AND MAINTAIN.
55
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED MECHANICAL VENTILATION NOT OPERABLE IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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55
Jan 25, 2018
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CARDBOARD ON PREP TABLE NEXT TO SLICER, IN COOLER SHELVES, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE TWO 2 DOOR FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND CLEAN. OBSERVED THE #10 CAN OPENER NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
33
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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86
Jul 28, 2016
Reinspection
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON DOORS OF ALL REACH-IN, WALK-IN, AND PREP COOLERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL FRYER CABINETS AND FAN GUARDS IN REAR COCA COLA REACH-IN COOLER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, UTILITY AREAS AND ALONG WALK-IN COOLER.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD. REPLACE MISSING ELECTRICAL/LIGHT SWITCH COVERS ON WALL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING LEFT FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL PROPER BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPLACE MISSING HOT WATER HANDLE ON UTILITY SINK. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER EXPOSED SINK.
38
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AND REAR COCA COLA COOLER.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT ALONG WALK-IN COOLER, ON TOP OF WALK-IN FREEZER AND UTILITY AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, AND STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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67
Jul 20, 2016
Routine
10 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: OBSERVED 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER MILK CRATE AND UTILITY SINK, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN NORTHWEST CORNER NEAR SHOP VAC 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVES ALONG EAST WALL IN REAR UTILITY ROOM, 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELF UNDER PREP TABLE IN REAR, 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND EQUIPMENT ALONG NORTH WALL BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON DOORS OF ALL REACH-IN, WALK-IN, AND PREP COOLERS.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL FRYER CABINETS AND FAN GUARDS IN REAR COCA COLA REACH-IN COOLER.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, STORAGE, UTILITY AREAS AND ALONG WALK-IN COOLER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR OF VENTILATION HOOD. REPLACE MISSING ELECTRICAL/LIGHT SWITCH COVERS ON WALL.
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR LEAKING LEFT FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL PROPER BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK. REPLACE MISSING HOT WATER HANDLE ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN FRONT DISPLAY COOLER AND REAR COCA COLA COOLER.
40
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT ALONG WALK-IN COOLER, ON TOP OF WALK-IN FREEZER AND UTILITY AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER, FREEZER, AND STORAGE AREAS. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE WASH CLOTHS IN SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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61
Sep 15, 2014
Complaint
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: UNCLEAN/SOILED CARDBOARD UNDER PREP TABLES,SHELES.MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS,OLD FOOD IN PREP,REAR STORAGE WASHROOM,OFFICE FOOD EQUIPMENT,FREEZERS,ETC.MUST DETAIL CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTTERED REAR STORAGE AREA ,ARTICLES,ETC)BY WALK IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND CLEAN/MAINTAIN
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86
Aug 1, 2014
Routine
7 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FACILITIES REACH IN COOLER MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER AIR TEMPERATURE OF 52F.COOLER MUST 40F OR BELOW.MUST USE ADDITIONAL COOLER ON PREMISES THATS 40F OR BELOW,-CDI. COOLER WILL BE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION.MUST NOT USE COOLER.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS INSIDE REACH IN COOLER MAINTAINED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES,IE CHICKEN TENDERS,-50.8F,SHRIMP-49.8F,TALAPIA FISH-48.8F. ALSO 10-BANANA PUDDING APPROX 1LB, MAINTAIN AT 48F RECIEVED FROM DELIVERY.APPOX 60LBS OF FOOD /COST $145.00,WAS REMOVED AND DISCARDED BY MANAGER,-CDI.MUST MAINTAIN COLD FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW.CRITICAL VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
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Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
Inspector notes: OBSERVED TOXIC ITEMS,(WD-40-OIL,RAID ROACH/ANT SPRAY,STAINLESS STEEL CLEANER,OVEN CLEANER SPRAY)STORED UNDER PREP GYRO TABLE, WITH TACO SEASONING,AND REAR DRY STORAGE FOOD UNIT WITH ,GRITS, FOOD SPICES,ICE CREAM CONDIMENTS,SPAGHETTI NOODLES,ETC.INSTRUCTED THAT ANY PRODUCT CONTAINING CHEMICALS MUST BE STORED SEPERATELY AWAY FROM FOOD AND FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.MANAGER REMOVED ALL CHEMICALS FROM FOOD CONTACT SURFACES DURING INSPECTION-CDI.SERIOUS VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005A
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: HANDLE OF WALK IN COOLER BROKE OFF.MUST REPLACE HANDLE.ALSO UNCLEAN/SOILED CARDBOARD UNDER PREP TABLES,SHELES.MUST REMOVE ALL CARDBOARD FROM FOOD CONTACT SURFACES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NOT CLEAN OF DEBRIS,OLD FOOD IN PREP,REAR STORAGE WASHROOM,OFFICE FOOD EQUIPMENT,FREEZERS,ETC.MUST DETAIL CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: FOOD HANDLER MANAGER HAS NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER TO MONITOR TEMPERATURES OF FOODS DURING COOKING,RE-HEATING,DELIVERIES,ETC.MUST PROVIDE.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED CLUTTTERED REAR STORAGE AREA ,ARTICLES,ETC)BY WALK IN COOLER.MUST REMOVE CLUTTER AND CLEAN/MAINTAIN.
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70
Aug 5, 2013
Complaint
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING AND WALLS INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER. REMOVE POP CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, GASKETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL OPENING IN CEILING NEAR DOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. CLEAN/PAINT BOTTOM OF WASHROOM DOOR.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR FAUCET HANDLE AND LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL PROPER BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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67
Jul 18, 2013
License
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
32
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FREEZERS, GASKETS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: SEAL OPENING IN CEILING NEAR DOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
35
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.
36
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR FAUCET HANDLE AND LEAKING SPRAYER ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTALL PROPER BACK FLOW DEVICE ON UTILITY SINK.
38
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
41
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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67
Mar 19, 2013
Complaint
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR/REPLACE SMALL BOX FREEZER LID, FRONT RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES NEED TO REMOVE RUST. WALK-IN FREEZER PEELING PAINT NEED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NEEDS CLEANING INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, STORAGE SHELVES, RUBBER GASKETS, CLEAN GRILL DRIP TRAY CLEAN AND SANITIZE PREP TABLES, #10 CAN OPENER, REAR SLICER CLEAN TABLE STORAGE SHELF.
33
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE ROOMS, COOLER AND PREP AREA.
34
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR REAR PREP AREA CEILING (POOR REPAIR)
35
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NEED TO REPAIR/REPLACE SPRAYER HANDLE LEAKING.
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78
Jan 17, 2013
Routine
5 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR/REPLACE SMALL BOX FREEZER LID. FRONT RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES NEED TO REMOVE RUST.WALK-IN FREEZER PEELING PAINT NEED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: THE FOLLOWING NEEDS CLEANING INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, STORAGE SHELVES, RUBBER GASKETS. CLEAN GRILL DRIP TRAY. CLEAN AND SANITIZE PREP TABLES, #10 CAN OPENER, AND REAR SLICER. CLEAN TABLE STORAGE SHELF NEXT TO FRYER.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE ROOMS, COOLERS, AND PREP AREA.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR REAR PREP AREA CEILING (POOR REPAIR).
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: SPRAYER HANDLE LEAKING NEED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE.
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Apr 2, 2012
Routine
5 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. REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM GRILL STORAGE SHELVES.
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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.NEED TO CLEAN FANGUARD COVERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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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.REMOVE CARDBOARD FROM WALK-IN COOLER.
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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.FRONT DINNING AREA WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE NEED TO REPLACE.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN FOOD PREP AREA FRONT NEED TO REPLACE.
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Apr 7, 2011
Routine
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF PREP COOLERS (GASKETS), FRYER CABINETS
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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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND STORAGE AREAS.
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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. REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES IN PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR DISH WASHING AREA. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN FRONT PREP AREA.
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Mar 4, 2010
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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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. LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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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. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
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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 OF FRYER CABINETS.
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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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR. REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA.
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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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
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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. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK AND RIGHT BASIN.
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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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT ON TOP OF WALK-IN FREEZER. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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Feb 17, 2010
Routine
8 minor violations.
View 8 violations
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. LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS IN REAR PREP AREA.
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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. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
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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 OF FRYER CABINETS.
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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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR. REMOVE SOILED CARDBOARD ON FLOOR IN PREP AREA.
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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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN PREP AREA.
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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. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK AND RIGHT BASIN.
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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. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. REMOVE UNUSED EQUIPMENT ON TOP OF WALK-IN FREEZER. STORE MOP HEADS UPRIGHT TO PREVENT PEST BREEDING.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Tony's Steak & Wing last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Tony's Steak & Wing on file is from Jun 17, 2025. The public record contains 20 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Tony's Steak & Wing?
Across the inspection record, “food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed” has been cited 12 times, more than any other issue at Tony's Steak & Wing.
Has Tony's Steak & Wing's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Tony's Steak & Wing have averaged around six violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Tony's Steak & Wing means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Tony's Steak & Wing inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Tony's Steak & Wing is inspected roughly once per year on average.
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