Wallace Catfish
Last inspected: Apr 17, 2015
52
Score
Wallace Catfish has been inspected 24 times since 2010. The latest inspection on file is from Apr 17, 2015. Diners may want to take note: high risk reflects issues that a health inspector considered important. The most recent inspection at Wallace Catfish is from Apr 17, 2015, and nothing newer appears in the public record.
Recent visits have flagged more than earlier ones: around 12 violations per visit lately, up from roughly five violations before.
“Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing 17 times across the record.
Wallace Catfish's latest score of 52 falls below the Chicago average of 81. There are enough flags in the record to merit a second thought.
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Inspection History
Apr 17, 2015
Reinspection
13 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS AND GRILL AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, SHELVING AND PREP TABLES.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE OPENING IN THE FLOOR IN BETWEEN THE PREP AREAS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LARGE OPENINGS IN THE WALL BASE BETWEEN THE PREP AREAS. CLEAN THE CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA WITH DEBRIS AND DUST.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD IS MISSING IN THE DISHWASHING AREA BETWEEN THE PREP AREAS; PROVIDE A SHIELD WHERE MISSING.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE MISSING IN ALL PREP AREAS AND IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING; REPLACE. REMOVE BAGS FOUND IN THE UTILITY SINK AND KEEP SINK FREE OF CLUTTER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAKING FAN UNIT IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION FANS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAKING DRAIN LINES UNDER BOTH EXPOSED HANDSINKS IN THE REAR PREP AREAS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Apr 7, 2015
Complaint
15 minor violations.
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE DISHWASHING FACILITIES NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED. OBSERVED WASTE WATER BACKING UP INTO THE RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WHILE WATER IS BEING RUN IN THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN GREASE TRAP AND REPAIR SO THAT WATER DOES NOT BACK UP INTO THE SINK COMPARTMENTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
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* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector notes: NO INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY WAS POSTED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. MANAGEMENT WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE PREP COOLERS, SHELVING AND PREP TABLES.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS AND GRILL AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT 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 WALL IN THE CLOSET WHERE THE LARGE ICE MACHINE AND UTILITY SINK IS LOCATED IS IN POOR REPAIR; MUST REPAIR THE WALL THAT IS DAMAGED FROM WATER. REPAIR AND PROVIDE A WALL COVING AT THE WALL BASE. MUST CLEAN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LARGE OPENINGS IN THE WALL BASE BETWEEN THE PREP AREAS. CLEAN THE CEILING TILES AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE PREP AREA WITH DEBRIS AND DUST.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE MISSING IN ALL PREP AREAS AND IN THE WALK-IN COOLER.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD IS MISSING IN THE DISHWASHING AREA BETWEEN THE PREP AREAS; PROVIDE A SHIELD WHERE MISSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING; REPLACE. REMOVE BAGS FOUND IN THE UTILITY SINK AND KEEP SINK FREE OF CLUTTER.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: REPAIR THE LEAKING FAN UNIT IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE WORKING VENTILATION FANS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector notes: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF ALL PREP COOLERS.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: OBSERVED WOOD STORED IN A PILE ON THE FLOOR IN A CORNER OF THE REAR PREP AREA. MUST ELEVATE AT LEAST 6" OFF OF THE FLOOR.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Food handler requirements met
Inspector notes: ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
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Jan 22, 2015
Complaint
8 minor violations.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: FOUND THE TOP SECTION OF THE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR CLOSET BROKEN AND TOP INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE WITH A BLACK MOLD LIKE SUBSTANCE INSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MACHINE AND PROVIDE A NEW DOOR TO PROTECT THE ICE FROM CONTAMINATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-005(A) ISSUED. MACHINE TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND CANNOT BE USED UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED OR REPLACED AND REINSPECTED BY THE CHICAGO DEPT OF HEALTH. MUST FAX A LETTER TO 312 746-8040 WHEN READY FOR REINSPECTION.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYERS AND GRILL AND INTERIOR BOTTOM OF THE FRYERS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SPILLS. ALSO NOTED OPENING INTO FLOOR WALL BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE ALL LIGHT SHEILDS TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: THE WALL IN THE CLOSET WHERE THE LARGE ICE MACHINE AND UTILITY SINK IS LOCATED IS IN POOR REPAIR; MUST REPAIR THE WALL THAT IS DAMAGED FROM WATER. REPAIR AND PROVIDE A WALL COVING AT THE WALL BASE. MUST CLEAN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: A LIGHT SHIELD IS MISSING IN THE DISHWASHING AREA BETWEEN THE PREP AREAS; PROVIDE A SHIELD WHERE MISSING.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING; REPLACE. REMOVE BAGS FOUND IN THE UTILITY SINK AND KEEP SINK FREE OF CLUTTER. BOTH FAUCETS AT THE THREE COMP SINK IN THE MAIN KITCHEN ARE LEAKING; REPAIR FAUCETS. REPAIR THE URINAL IN THE MENS WASHROOM OR REMOVE FROM WALL AND CAP.
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Dec 23, 2014
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN THE ICE MACHINE TO REMOVE SPILLS. ALSO NOTED OPENING INTO FLOOR WALL BASE. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE ALL LIGHT SHEILDS TO REMOVE DUST AND DEBRIS.
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May 2, 2014
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL PRECOOK AND PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE COOLERS WITH NAME, DATE AND TIME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVING AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALLS INSIDE THE COOLER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. NOTED DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKS AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 25, 2014
Complaint
7 minor violations.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NOTED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER IN POOR REPAIR (LIDS MISSING) THIS ALLOWS FOR READY FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN LIDS CLOSED AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED #7-38-020.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL PRECOOK AND PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE COOLERS WITH NAME, DATE AND TIME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVING AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALLS INSIDE THE COOLER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. NOTED DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKS AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Apr 1, 2014
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL PRECOOK AND PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE COOLERS WITH NAME, DATE AND TIME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVING AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS. ALSO UNDERNEATH 3 COMP SINK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALLS INSIDE THE COOLER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. NOTED DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKS AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Mar 24, 2014
Routine
8 minor violations.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS 15lbs OF LARGE RIB TIPS (PRECOOKED THE DAY BEFORE)ON THE COUNTER AT THE IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 62.9F. TOTAL COST OF DISCARDED AND DENATURED RIBS WAS $48.00. CITATION ISSUED.
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Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector notes: NOTED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE PREVENTING PROPER LID CLOSURE. ALSO THIS IS A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS. MUST MAINTAIN DUMPSTER LIDS CLOSED TRASH INSIDE. CITATION ISSUED.
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Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector notes: MUST PROPERLY LABEL PRECOOK AND PREPARED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE COOLERS WITH NAME, DATE AND TIME.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES, STORAGE SHELVING AND INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND SPILLS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS. ALSO UNDERNEATH 3 COMP SINK.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN THE WALLS INSIDE THE COOLER AND BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE. NOTED DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: NOTED MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: NOTED LEAKS AT THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND AT THE 3 COMP SINK FAUCETS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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Sep 13, 2013
Reinspection
6 minor violations.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN ALL FOOD PREP AREAS,HAS OPEN SEAMS AND ARE STAINED ALSO A SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER LEAKING FROM THE CONDENSER INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER MUST REPAIR
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER HAS HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL SHELVING RACKS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES ALSO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF THE KNIFE RACK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO ANOTHER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS ALSO SOME FLLOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR IN THE REAR PREP AREA MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CHIP PAINT FROM WALL IN THE FRONT KITCHEN AREA AND DETAIL CLEAN WALLS NEAR THE DEEP FRYERS IN THE REAR AREA WHERE THE BARBEQUE PIT IS LOCATED
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELD COVER THROUGHOUT ALL FOOD PREP AREAS OF DIRT AND DUST
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE A UNUSED SODA DISPENSER AT THE FRONT SERVING LINE
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Sep 6, 2013
Complaint
9 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 A TOTAL OF 12 LIVE FLIES IN THE FRONT DINNING AREA,REAR PREP AREA,AND THE ROOM WHERE THE ICE MACHINE IS LOCATED ALSO OBSEREVED 1O DEAD FLIES ON THE WINDOW LEDGE IN THE FRONT DINNING AREA AND OBSERVED THE EXIT DOOR IN THE REAR PREP AREA NOT RODENT PROOF,HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP IN THE CENTER OF DOOR,MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY ALSO RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL OPERATOR FOR SERVICE CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
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Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED ACROSS FROM THE FRONT SERVING LINE BACKING-UP FROM BOTH SIDES OF COMPARTMENTS WHEN THE MIDDLE COMPARTMENT IS FILLED UP AND WATER IS RELEASED FROM COMPARTMENT MUST REPAIR CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector notes: OBSERVED THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM FOR CUSTOMERS HAS NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT WASHBOWL MUST REPAIR CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: MUST REPLACE ALL CUTTING BOARDS IN ALL FOOD PREP AREAS,HAS OPEN SEAMS AND ARE STAINED ALSO A SMALL AMOUNT OF WATER LEAKING FROM THE CONDENSER INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER MUST REPAIR
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF DEEP FRYER HAS HEAVY GREASE BUILD-UP INSIDE AND DETAIL CLEAN ALL SHELVING RACKS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER AND REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVES ALSO DETAIL CLEAN EXTERIOR OF THE KNIFE RACK LOCATED IN THE REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO ANOTHER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: MUST CLEAN FLOORS BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT ALONG WALL BASE AND CORNERS ALSO SOME FLLOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR IN THE REAR PREP AREA MUST REPLACE OR REPAIR
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CHIP PAINT FROM WALL IN THE FRONT KITCHEN AREA AND DETAIL CLEAN WALLS NEAR THE DEEP FRYERS IN THE REAR AREA WHERE THE BARBEQUE PIT IS LOCATED
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELD COVER THROUGHOUT ALL FOOD PREP AREAS OF DIRT AND DUST
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE AND MUST CLEAN AND REMOVE A UNUSED SODA DISPENSER AT THE FRONT SERVING LINE
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Jan 8, 2013
Reinspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Dec 26, 2012
Complaint
2 minor violations.
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Toxic items properly stored, labeled and used
Inspector notes: Toxic item not properly stored. Observed blue powder under and behind furniture in dining room, along wallbase in storage room and behind coolers. Instructed to remove power substance through-out premises. Instructed that toxic item must be contained in bait box. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: Floor along wallbase and behind equipment not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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Dec 11, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Oct 19, 2012
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Sep 28, 2012
Reinspection
No violations found.
100
Sep 21, 2012
Complaint
10 minor violations.
View 10 violations
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector notes: FOUND WALK-IN COOLER AIR TEMP AT 54.5F. UNIT CANNOT BE CLOSED COMPLETELY; USES A DUMB BELL TO PROP AGAINST DOOR TO SHUT. ALSO LOOSE GASKET AROUND DOOR NEEDS REPAIR. TWO DOOR REFRIGERATION UNIT AIR TEMP AT 50.7F. INSTRUCTED THAT UNIT MUST BE ABLE TO MAINTAIN FOODS AT 40F OR BELOW. MUST HAVE UNITS SERVICED.
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Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector notes: FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS IN WALK-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPS. COOKED RICE AT 56.8F, COOKED CHICKEN AT 58.0F, RAW CHICKEN 62.4F AND RAW FISH AT 68.3F. TWO DOOR COOLER HOLDS CHEESE AND MILK. INSTRUCTED THAT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 40F OR BELOW AT ALL TIMES.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: NO HANDSOAP OR TOWELS WERE AT THE THREE EXPOSED HANDSINKS IN PREP AREAS AS WE BEGAN OUR INSPECTION TO WASH OUR HANDS; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector notes: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE/CLEAN MOLD OBSERVED INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. MOLD CONTAMINATES ICE SERVED IN BEVERAGES AND OR USED FOR FOOD.
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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 SEVERAL LIVE FLIES IN KITCHEN ON WALLS, CEILING, WALK-IN COOLER AND DINING AREA. MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY. (FRONT DOOR WIDE OPEN TO ESTABLISHMENT). REAR SIDE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED; RODENT PROOF DOOR.
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Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector notes: SHELVES INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER RUSTY AND NOT CLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. MUST CLEAN INTERIOR UNUSED TWO DOOR COOLER IN REAR. CLEAN ALL PREP TABLES IN PREP AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector notes: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED GLASS INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT IN FRONT BBQ PREP AREA. BROKEN GLASS IS BETWEEN UNBROKEN GLASS SO FOOD IS NOT EXPOSED TO BROKEN GLASS AT THIS TIME.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT NEED DETAIL CLEANING. SINKS, COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALK-IN COOLER, REFRIGERATORS ETC.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AREAS TO REMOVE SPLATTER ETC. WALL COVING MISSING ALONG WALLBASE IN WOMENS WASHROOM; REPLACE. SEAL BRICK WALL IN KITCHEN AT SIDE OF EMPLOYEE WASHROOM WHERE PEELING. PROVIDE A VENTILATION FAN COVER FOR MENS WASHROOM CEILING VENT. REPLACE AND/OR CLEAN CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AND PREP AREA WHERE NEEDED.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: VENTILATION FAN IN WOMENS WASHROOM NOT WORKING; REPAIR. REPAIR LEAK AT PIPE UNDERNEATH FRONT EXPOSED HANDSINK BY STEAMTABLE. REPAIR LEAK AT FAUCET NECK OF THREE COMP SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE THREE WORKING DRAIN STOPPERS FOR BOTH THREE COMP SINKS FOR PROPER SET UP OF SINKS FOR WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZING. GREASE RECEPTOR AT THREE COMP SINK IN KITCHEN LEAKING; REPAIR.
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Nov 15, 2011
Complaint
4 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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF FRYERS, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, VENTS AND HOOD ABOVE VENTILATION SYSTEM, FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS ETC. REPAIR RUBBER GASKETS OF COOLER DOORS WHERE NEEDED/LOOSE. CLEAN BOTTOMS OF SINK CABINETS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN. REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING AT WALLBASE OF EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM CORNER AREA OF KITCHEN NEXT TO COOLER; KEEP AREAS ORGANIZED.
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Sep 27, 2011
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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF FRYERS, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, VENTS AND HOOD ABOVE VENTILATION SYSTEM, FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS ETC. REPAIR RUBBER GASKETS OF COOLER DOORS WHERE NEEDED/LOOSE. CLEAN BOTTOMS OF SINK CABINETS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN. REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING AT WALLBASE OF EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM CORNER AREA OF KITCHEN NEXT TO COOLER; KEEP AREAS ORGANIZED.
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Aug 23, 2011
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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF FRYERS, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, VENTS AND HOOD ABOVE VENTILATION SYSTEM, FAN GUARD COVERS IN WALK-IN COOLER, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS ETC. REPAIR RUBBER GASKETS OF COOLER DOORS WHERE NEEDED/LOOSE. CLEAN BOTTOMS OF SINK CABINETS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector notes: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN UNDER, AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST DETAIL CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED AND MAINTAIN. REATTACH LOOSE WALL COVING AT WALLBASE OF EMPLOYEE WASHROOM.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM CORNER AREA OF KITCHEN NEXT TO COOLER; KEEP AREAS ORGANIZED.
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Feb 24, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
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Jan 19, 2011
Complaint
No violations found.
100
Jan 4, 2011
Reinspection
No violations found.
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Dec 22, 2010
Complaint
3 minor violations.
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No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector notes: 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 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS, ALONG EAST AND SOUTH WALLS AT REAR DISH WASHING AREA, UNDER, BEHIND COOLERS AND SMALL CHEST FREEZER. OVER 70 DROPPINGS NOTED. ALSO BOTTOM AREA OF FRONT DOORS NO RODENT PROOFED. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE AREAS, SEAL BOTTOM OF DOORS AND OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. ADVICED TO CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
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* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector notes: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. MUST HAVE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-012 SERIOUS.
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Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector notes: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #365308, DATED 9-22-10; #30,33,34,35,36,38, & 41. 30-MUST LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. 33-MUST CLEAN SANITIZE, COOLERS, CHEST FREEZERS, CABINETS, STORAGE SHELVES, SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF ALL PREP TABLES AND STEAM TABLE, AND UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, AND MICROWAVE OVENS. 34-EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT FACILITY, UNDER, BEHIND, BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. 35-MUST CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN HOODS AND FILTERS ABOVE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN CEILING ATTACHMENTS, REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT AND SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND ON WALLS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. 36-MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP TABLES IN PREP AREAS. 38-MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS ON BOTH 3PART SINKS AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER 1ST PREP ROOM 3PART SINK. 41-MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT PREMISES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 SERIOUS.
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Sep 22, 2010
Complaint
11 minor violations.
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Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector notes: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER WASHING AND RINSING MULTI USE UTENSILS IN 3PART SINK, BUT NOT SANITIZING. INSTRUCTED/DEMOSTRATED PROPER SET UP OF 3PART SINK USING 100PPM CHLORINE, MUST WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL.
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Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector notes: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees. NO SOAP OR HAND DRYING DEVICES AT EXPOSED SINKS OR EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AND SOAP AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 CRITICAL
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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. MUST LABEL PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.
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Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector notes: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.
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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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, CHEST FREEZERS, CABINETS, STORAGE SHELVES, SHELVES INSIDE WALK IN COOLER, ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, BOTTOM PANELS OF ALL PREP TABLES AND STEAM TABLE, AND UPPER PANEL OF ICE MACHINE, AND MICROWAVE OVENS.
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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. EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP AND DEBRIS, MUST CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT FACILITY UNDER, BEHIND, BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector notes: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, CLEAN CEILING ATTACHMENTS, REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT AND SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND ON WALLS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector notes: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MUST REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS ABOVE PREP TABLES IN PREP AREAS.
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Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector notes: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS ON BOTH 3PART SINKS, AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER 1ST PREP ROOM 3PART SINK.
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Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector notes: MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT PREMISES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS, AWAY FROM WALLS.
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Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector notes: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair. FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Wallace Catfish last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Wallace Catfish on file is from Apr 17, 2015. The public record contains 24 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Wallace Catfish?
Across the inspection record, “walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code” has been cited 17 times, more than any other issue at Wallace Catfish.
Has Wallace Catfish's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Wallace Catfish have averaged around 12 violations per visit, up from roughly five earlier in the record.
What does a high risk rating mean?
A high risk rating at Wallace Catfish means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.
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