Complaint Re-Inspection
May 18, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 18, 2026 · Original Source
Liquor · Chicago, IL
Bobby Love's
3729 N Halsted St
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The full inspection history
9 inspectionsShort Form Complaint
May 11, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED APPROX. 200 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE ROOMS AND ON THE WOODEN SHELVES OF THE LIQUOR STORAGE CABINET IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 30 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS FLYING AROUND IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13 CLEAN THE LIQUOR STORAGE CABINET IN THE BASEMENT.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12 CLEAN THE FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT AND ELIMINATE STANDING PUDDLES OF WATER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 11, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 6, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 6, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 3, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14 MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS INCLUDING THE WASHROOMS AND BEHIND THE BAR.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP AT THE BOTTOM CORNER OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR AND THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-204.12 NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE OBSERVED AT THE WATER SUPPLY LINE TO THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.11 SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS IN THE FOUNDATION WALLS OF THE BASEMENT.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD HANDLING STAFF. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2630092 ON 1/21/26 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS ON TOP OF THE WOODEN LIQUOR CABINET AND WALK-IN BEER KEG COOLER, BEHIND THE ICE MACHINE AND SLIDING DOOR BEER COOLER, ON THE FLOOR AND ON TOP OF THE ELECTRICAL BOXES IN THE BACK BOILER ROOM. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 10 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS FLYING AROUND IN THE BASEMENT AND BREEDING IN THE PLASTIC TUBS USED TO COLLECT WATER LEAKS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 60 - PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2598545 ON 8/2/24 NOT CORRECTED: 55 - NOTED LARGE HOLES/OPENING IN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENS TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. REMOVE SPRAY FOAM INSULATION AND SEAL THE HOLES PROPERLY. NOTED DIRT AND DEBRIS UNDER THE BAR, ON FLOORS OF THE D.J. BOOTH, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE, BEHIND AND AROUND ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED POOLING LIQUID THROUGHOUT THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL, REMOVE ALL POOLING LIQUID AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS. NO CEILING ABOVE THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH CLEANABLE CEILING ABOVE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE IT IS DISPENSED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 3, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 29, 2026
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.14(O) OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT TO HAVE A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14 MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS INCLUDING THE WASHROOMS AND BEHIND THE BAR.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1/2" GAP AT THE BOTTOM CORNER OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR AND THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT DOOR. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AND HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13 CLEAN THE WOODEN SHELVES OF THE LIQUOR CABINET IN THE BASEMENT.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-204.12 NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE OBSERVED AT THE WATER SUPPLY LINE TO THE ICE MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.114 REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FROM THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS THAT IS CONTRIBUTING TO RODENT HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 57Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES FOR FOOD HANDLING STAFF. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2630092 ON 1/21/26 NOT CORRECTED: 38 - OBSERVED OVER 200 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BAR AND IN BOTH BASEMENT STORAGE ROOMS AND BOILER ROOM, ON THE STAIRS, AT THE BASE OF THE STAIRS, IN THE CORNERS ON THE FLOOR AND ALONG THE WALLS AND UNDER THE PALLETS IN THE BASEMENT, AND ON THE SHELVES OF THE WOODEN LIQUOR STORAGE CASE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 20 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS FLYING AROUND IN THE BASEMENT AND BREEDING IN THE PLASTIC TUBS USED TO COLLECT WATER LEAKS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 60 - PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2598545 ON 8/2/24 NOT CORRECTED: 55 - NOTED LARGE HOLES/OPENING IN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENS TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. REMOVE SPRAY FOAM INSULATION AND SEAL THE HOLES PROPERLY. NOTED DIRT AND DEBRIS UNDER THE BAR, ON FLOORS OF THE D.J. BOOTH, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE, BEHIND AND AROUND ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED POOLING LIQUID THROUGHOUT THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL, REMOVE ALL POOLING LIQUID AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS. NO CEILING ABOVE THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH CLEANABLE CEILING ABOVE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE IT IS DISPENSED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 29, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 21, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OVER 100 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE BAR AND IN THE BASEMENT, ON THE STAIRS, AT THE BASE OF THE STAIRS, IN THE CORNERS ON THE FLOOR AND ALONG THE WALLS AND UNDER THE PALLETS IN THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RAT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 20 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS FLYING AROUND IN THE BASEMENT AND BREEDING IN THE PLASTIC TUBS USED TO COLLECT WATER LEAKS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN BOTH ALL GENDER WASHROOMS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
REMOVE ALL EXCESSIVE CLUTTER FROM THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS THAT IS CONTRIBUTING TO RODENT HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2598545 ON 8/2/24 NOT CORRECTED: 55 - NOTED LARGE HOLES/OPENING IN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENS TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. NOTED DIRT AND DEBRIS UNDER THE BAR, ON FLOORS OF THE D.J. BOOTH, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE, BEHIND AND AROUND ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED POOLING LIQUID THROUGHOUT THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL, REMOVE ALL POOLING LIQUID AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS. NO CEILING ABOVE THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH CLEANABLE CEILING ABOVE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE IS IS DISPENSED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 21, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 2, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
5-203.11--: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DESIGNATED, ONE COMPARTMENT HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS BEHIND THE BAR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
: 5-205.15--- LEAK UNDER THE FAR LEFT WASHBOWL OF THE EAST THREE COMPARTMENT SINK INTO A BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-101.11--- NOTED LARGE HOLES/OPENING IN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENS TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. : 6-201.11---- NOTED DIRT AND DEBRIS UNDER THE BAR, ON FLOORS OF THE D.J. BOOTH, THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT STORAGE, BEHIND AND AROUND ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED POOLING LIQUID THROUGHOUT THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL, REMOVE ALL POOLING LIQUID AND MAINTAIN DRY FLOORS.----NO CEILING ABOVE THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE. MUST PROVIDE A SMOOTH CLEANABLE CEILING ABOVE THE ICE MACHINE WHERE IS IS DISPENSED.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15--- REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE OUTDOORS WITH AN OPEN 1/2 GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD OF THE DOOR. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING, RODENT PROOF SEAL ALONG THE DOOR THRESHOLD.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
: 3-304.12--- BASEMENT ICE SCOOP MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(B)-- NOTED DOOR EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 2, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jul 24, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A DESIGNATED, ONE COMPARTMENT HAND WASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER, SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS BEHIND THE BAR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
NOTED DOOR EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
NOTED LARGE HOLES/OPENING IN THE FLOOR UNDER THE BAR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OPENS TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #53 NOT CORRECTED FROM 9-28-23 REPORT #2582494. #53- 5-501.17 --NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN'S WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 30 RAT DROPPINGS IN THE REAR BASEMENT AND ALONG BASEBOARDS IN BASEMENT. 5 DROPPINGS AT THE D.J. BOOTH AND 3 TO 5 DROPPINGS BEHIND THE DART MACHINE GAME. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO NOTED OVER 30 SMALL FLIES SWARMING AN OPEN CONTAINER OF SOILED LINENS. MUST REMOVE ALL FLIES. RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR RATS AND FLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
BASEMENT ICE SCOOP MUST BE HELD IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED SOILED LINENS IMPROPERLY STORED IN AN OPEN CRATE ON THE FLOOR OF THE BAR. MUST PROPERLY STORE IN A SEALED CONTAINER.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
LEAK UNDER THE FAR LEFT WASHBOWL OF THE EAST THREE COMPARTMENT SINK INTO A BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 24, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 28, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
5-501.17NOTED WASHROOMS ON PREMISES WITH GARBAGE RECEPTACLES AND NO LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRASH CANS WITH LIDS AT ALL WOMEN'S WASHROOMS AND UNISEX WASHROOMS
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 28, 2023 · Original Source