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Jul 8, 2026
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 8, 2026 · Original Source
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7 recorded violations
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKETS AT THE TWO DOOR COOLERS ACROSS FROM THE GRILL IN POOR REPAIR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKETS WHERE NEEDED.
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS, HOT HOLDING CABINETS AND PREP TABLES.
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 problemsPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
OBSERVED A LEAK FROM THE BASE OF THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE DISHWASHING AREA AND FROM THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE PREP AREA; REPAIR BOTH LEAKS.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED TO REMOVE DUST.
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND GRILL.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING.
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 issuesALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 9, 2025 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
12 recorded violations
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
3-501.16(A:1) OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS COOKED READY-TO-EAT FOODS INSIDE HOT HOLDING CABINETS SUCH AS 5 LBS. SPLIT CHICKEN- 114.8F,115.3F,116.6F,122.4F.4LBS. WINGS-128.5F.3LBS. TURKEY TIPS-126.3F. THE PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY THE MANAGER. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 12LBS. $21.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(COS)(CITATION ISSUED)
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B) MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1-DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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 issuesFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, AND SHAKERS )WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
: 6-202.15 OBSERVED REAR DOOR OPEN AND THE SCREEN HAS A DOOR CLOSURE GOING ACROSS THE TOP WITH A GAP POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY POINT MUST KEEP DOOR CLOSED OR SEAL OPENING TO BE TIGHT FITTING.
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 insectsCONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-305.11 FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA AND WALK IN THE FREEZER TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationWIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
: 3-304.14 MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON TABLES.
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 problemsUTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
4-903.11 (A; B;D) MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE RACKS.
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 issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 MUST PROVIDES HANDLES ON HOT HOLDING LIDS ON THE STEAM TABLE.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.15 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT.
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-501.14 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE SOOT AND BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 MUST PROVIDES FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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 issuesALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 10, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
11 recorded violations
ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 MUST PROVIDES FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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 issuesALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
2-102.13 OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B) MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1-DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER
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 issuesFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, AND SHAKERS )WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-202.15 OBSERVED REAR DOOR OPEN AND THE SCREEN HAS A DOOR CLOSURE GOING ACROSS THE TOP WITH A GAP POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY POINT MUST KEEP DOOR CLOSED OR SEAL OPENING TO BE TIGHT FITTING.
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 insectsCONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-305.11 FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA AND WALK IN THE FREEZER TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationWIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
3-304.14 MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON TABLES.
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 problemsUTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
4-903.11 (A; B;D) MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE RACKS.
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 issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 MUST PROVIDES HANDLES ON HOT HOLDING LIDS ON THE STEAM TABLE.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.15 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT.
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-501.14 MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE SOOT AND BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 14, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
13 recorded violations
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINKS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED DURING THE INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ALL SINKS AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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 problemsTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B): MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER
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 issuesFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, AND SHAKERS )WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN THE ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 10 OR MORE LIVE LARGE FLIES ON HALF OF THE WALL, BOXES ON TOP OF REACH IN COOLERS, AND CRAWLING ON THE CEILING IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS.ALSO APPX. 25 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND AND ON WALLS AND CEILING IN THE DISHWASHING AREA. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 11/6/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 insectsCONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-305.11: FOOD ITEMS MUST BE STORED OFF THE FLOOR IN THE PREP AREA AND WALK IN THE FREEZER TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationWIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON TABLES.
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 problemsUTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE RACKS.
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 issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HANDLES ON HOT HOLDING LIDS ON STEAM TABLE.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR MATS THROUGHOUT.
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE SOOT AND BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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 issuesALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesPREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2604256 10/7/24 NOT CORRECTED-#47-4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND SOILED CUTTING BOARDS AT STEAM TABLE.#47-4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.#47- 4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON HOT HOLDING CABINET AND BOTH 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS.#55-6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.#55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE DEBRIS BUILD UP & SOOT FROM WALLS WHERE NEEDED.#55-6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM UPPER WALL VENT IN DINING AREA.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN DINING AREA NEAR WINDOW,LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.#56-6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)(CITATION ISSUED)
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, Nov 6, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
12 recorded violations
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW AND OTHER ONE NO IDENTIFICATION MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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 issuesCITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW FOR 1 OF 2 MANAGER ON DUTY AND THE OTHER PERSON ON DUTY DOESN'T HAVE A VALID PIECE OF IDENTIFICATION ON HIMSELF TO SHOW PROOF THAT HE IS WHOM HE SAY HE IS WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (JERK CHICKEN,GREENS,RICE,OXTAILS,FISH,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 issuesTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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 issuesFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
3-302.12 : MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK,SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS )WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
6-202.15 : OBSERVED REAR DOOR OPEN AND THE SCREEN HAS A DOOR CLOSURE GOING ACROSS THE TOP WITH A GAP POSSIBLE PEST ENTRY POINT MUST KEEP DOOR CLOSED OR SEAL OPENING TO BE TIGHT FITTING.
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 insectsCONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
3-305.11 : MUST STORE FOOD ITEMS OFF OF FLOOR IN PREP AREA, WALK IN FREEZER TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationUTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE RACKS.
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 issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE HANDLES ON HOT HOLDING LIDS ON STEAM TABLE
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA,INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN DINING AREA NEAR WINDOW,LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 7, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
14 recorded violations
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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 issuesHANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED
OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICES BY MALE FOOD HANDLER,OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEE WALKING AROUND ON CELL PHONE,WENT OUTSIDE IN THE BACK CAME BACK IN STILL ON CELL PHONE,WENT TO GRILL PICKED UP A PAN AND THE TONGS AND REMOVED COOKED FISH FROM GRILL WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS.INSTRUCTED TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 problemsTHERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.
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 issuesINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 OR MORE LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES, ON WALLS CEILINGS,BOXES ON TOPSIDE OF COOLERS,EXTERIOR OF WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER,DIRTY DISHES.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/26/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 insectsCONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
MUST STORE FOOD ITEMS OFF OF FLOOR IN PREP AREA, WALK IN FREEZER TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION.
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
More about food not protected from contaminationUTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE RACKS.
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 issuesFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.12 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN AND SOILED CUTTING BOARDS AT STEAM TABLE & PREP TABLES.
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA,INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES,GRILL TABLE,FRYER CABINETS.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
: 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER
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 problemsALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
MUST PROVIDE FOOD HANDLERS TRAINING FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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 issuesCITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW FOR MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (JERK CHICKEN,GREENS,RICE,OXTAILS,FISH,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 issuesMANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 issuesFOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK,SQUEEZE BOTTLES AND SHAKERS )WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
Food came from an unapproved source, was missing required date marks or labels, or was past its use-by date. Knowing where food came from and how old it is helps prevent illness.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 26, 2024 · Original Source
License Re-Inspection
6 recorded violations
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON HOT HOLDING CABINET AND BOTH 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA,INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES.
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 problemsPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
5-205.15 : MUST REPLACE MISSING TOP ON BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOPSINK.
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesMANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
2-102.14(O) : OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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 issuesPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN DINING AREA NEAR WINDOW,LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT
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
License
8 recorded violations
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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 issuesPLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
MUST REPLACE MISSING TOP ON BACKFLOW DEVICE AT MOPSINK.
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 problemsPHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND MISSING WALL BASES,HOLE IN UPPER WALL IN DINING AREA NEAR WINDOW,LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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 problemsADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesINSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND,ON EXTERIOR WALLS OF WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER.APPX. 4-6 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND PREMISES.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/1/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
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 insectsFOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON HOT HOLDING CABINET AND BOTH 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.
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 problemsNON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WINDOW SILLS IN DINING AREA,INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS, PREP TABLES,PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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 problemsGARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND LID NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP AND MAKE LID TIGHT FITTING.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 1, 2024 · Original Source