Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 25, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 25, 2026 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Chicago Pit Stop BBQ
6514 S Western Ave
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Quick Answers
- When was Chicago Pit Stop BBQ last inspected?
- The most recent inspection on record was on Sep 25, 2026. The result listed by Chicago Department of Public Health was “Pass”.
- Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
- No. No violations were recorded at the most recent inspection.
- How many inspections are on record?
- 10 inspections on record, from May 23, 2024 to Sep 25, 2026.
- Has Chicago Pit Stop BBQ ever been closed by the health department?
- No closure appears in the 10 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated May 23, 2024.
The Full Inspection History
10 inspectionsComplaint
Sep 16, 2026
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s Notes
Found 30 lbs of cooked sausage held in walk-in cooler at 54.1f, 10 lbs of raw chicken wings at 64.2f and 10 lbs of cooked pork ribs at 63.5f, Instructed manager to keep all cold TCS foods held at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Food discarded valued at $70.
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 33Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s Notes
Found ambient air temperature of walk-in cooler at 64.2f, cooler is used to store cooked and raw meats. Instructed manager to maintain all coolers temperature at 41f or lower. Cooler is tagged not allowed to use. Must contact the office of CDPH for tag removal request.
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 22Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cold holding temperatures
Inspector’s Notes
Found 30 lbs of cooked sausage held in walk-in cooler at 54.1f, 10 lbs of raw chicken wings at 64.2f and 10 lbs of cooked pork ribs at 63.5f, Instructed manager to keep all cold TCS foods held at 41f or lower. Priority violation 7-38-005. Food discarded valued at $70.
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 33Food temperature
Official Wording
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector’s Notes
Found ambient air temperature of walk-in cooler at 64.2f, cooler is used to store cooked and raw meats. Instructed manager to maintain all coolers temperature at 41f or lower. Cooler is tagged not allowed to use. Must contact the office of CDPH for tag removal request.
In Plain English
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 temperatureOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 16, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 26, 2026
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official Wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s Notes
Slow drainage at front hand wash sink, instructed to repair and maintain.
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 problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 26, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 13, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 13, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 4, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 35Food temperature
Official Wording
APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED
Inspector’s Notes
Improper thawing, Found a large bucket of frozen raw chicken being thawed in cold standing water in 3-comp sink, instructed to thaw according to health code, ie.
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
Found about 30 mouse droppings behind grease trap at main prep kitchen, instructed manager to eliminate rodents activity , pest control service recommended. priority foundation violation 7-38-020 (A).
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 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
See violation #60.
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 violation not corrected from report # 2612400 dated on 2-19-25 for violation #55 ( Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 : MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.) instructed to correct violations within given time frame. Priority foundation 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 4, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 19, 2025
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
6-201.13 : MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CHIPPING CONCRETE WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INTERIOR WALL PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
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, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Feb 5, 2025
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
6-201.13 : MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CHIPPING CONCRETE WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INTERIOR WALL PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
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 issuesnotedCode 59Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2611071 1/24/25 NOT CORRECTED - #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES.#55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS, BEAMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.#55-6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT.(PRIORITY 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, Feb 5, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 24, 2025
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 21Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS READY TO EAT FOODS SUCH AS APPX. 30LBS. COOKED RIB TIPS ON TOP RACK INSIDE OF BBQ PIT RANGING FROM 100.2F-122.3F.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. APPX. 30LBS. $500.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s Notes
MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVING UNIT OF REAR PREP TABLE.
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
MUST FINISH AND MAKE WALL OVER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,FRONT CASHIER AREA AND PIT AREA AND WHERE NEEDED TO BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.OBSERVED CHIPPING CONCRETE WALL IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA MUST MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE INTERIOR WALL PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER.MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES IN BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AND HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
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 issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2595839 6/6/24 NOT CORRECTED- #47-: 4-101.19 : MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER SHELVING UNITS.#48- 4-301.12 : OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC BINS TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE PROPERLY SANITIZED. MUST GET A SMALLER BINS OR A LARGER SINK. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT.STORAGE RACKS,DISH RACKS,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLES,GLASS ON PIT.#55-6-201.11 : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS & CEILINGS, BEAMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ,INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER. #55-6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT,GAPS IN & LOOSE WALL BASES NEAR MOP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED,FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN WALK IN FREEZER.#56-6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 24, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 6, 2024
Pass
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
: 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR SCREEN DOOR & FRONT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.
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 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s Notes
4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER
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 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
4-301.12 : OBSERVED A LARGE PLASTIC BINS TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE PROPERLY SANITIZED. MUST GET A SMALLER BINS OR A LARGER SINK.
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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT.STORAGE RACKS,DISH RACKS,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLES,GLASS ON PIT.
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
6-201.13: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FRONT WINDOW & FRAME,WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT,GAPS IN & LOOSE WALL BASES NEAR MOP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED,FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
: 6-202.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED
In Plain English
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 issuesnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
2-102.13 : MUST PROVIDE A FOOD ALLERGEN FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 6, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 23, 2024
Fail
15 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s Notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)
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 2Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS (HOT LINKS, CHICKEN,RIB TIPS,ETC)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 1:57 P.M.(COS)(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 3Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES FOR ALL EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)
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 21Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 2LBS.-PRECOOKED CHICKEN WINGS AT 89.1F INSIDE OF FRYER BASKET.PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.2LBS. $40.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 22Food temperature
Official Wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COOKED FOODS SUCH AS 14LBS. PORK HOT LINKS-45.7F-47.1F.16LBS. TURKEY HOT LINKS-45.9F-48.9F.6.5LBS. BARBEQUE CHICKEN-46.0F-48.9F.6LBS. TURKEY TIPS-49.3F-51.4F DATE MARKED FROM 5/19-5/22 INSIDE OF 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER AND WALK IN COOLER. PRODUCT WAS DISCARDED BY MANAGER. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX.42LBS. $136.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)
In Plain English
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 temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official Wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND WINDOW LEDGE AT FRONT WINDOWS AT SERVICE COUNTER AND PIT,ON PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT,ON FLOOR BEHIND GREASE TRAP,OIL SHELF, DISH RACK ,CHEMICAL STORAGE SHELF,HOT WATER TANK,PALLETS,LADDER .ALSO A DEAD MOUSE ON FLOOR AT SERVICE COUNTER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & DEAD MOUSE CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/23/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(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 39Contamination
Official Wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s Notes
OBSEERVED BUCKETS OF FOOD STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND A PLASTIC BIN WITH FOOD IN WALK IN FREEZER MUST STORE FOOD PRODUCT OFF OF FLOOR AND PLACE ON SHELVING UNITS.
In Plain English
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 contaminationnotedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official Wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s Notes
MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s Notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.
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 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s Notes
OBSERVED A OVERSIZED POT TO LARGE TO BE SUBMERGED INTO 3- COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE PROPERLY SANITIZED. MUST GET A SMALLER POT OR A LARGER SINK.
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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s Notes
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER-SHELVING UNITS, FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT.STORAGE RACKS,DISH RACKS,FRYER CABINETS & WHEEL BASES,PREP TABLES,GLASS ON PIT.
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
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CEILING PANEL OVER PREP TABLE,DAMAGED FRONT WINDOW & FRAME,WINDOW BEHIND BBQ PIT,HOLE IN WALL NEXT TO MOP SINK,BEHIND HOT WATER TANK,BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN FRONT OF 1- DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER,GAPS IN & LOOSE WALL BASES NEAR MOP SINK AND WHERE NEEDED,FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR IN WALK IN FREEZER.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official Wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s Notes
MUST CLEAN GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.
In Plain English
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 issuesnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official Wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s Notes
MUST PROVIDE A FOOD ALLERGEN FOR ALL FOOD MANAGERS AND MAINTAIN.
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 60Other
Official Wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s Notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2574606 4/19/23 NOT CORRECTED-#47-4-501.12 : OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARD IN THE FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK SEAM. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.#55-6-201.17 : OBSERVED THE PIPES BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55-6-501.12 : FLOORS NEED DETAIL CLEANING THROUGH OUT ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE SPILLS, DEBRIS AND/OR GREASE.:#56- 4-202.18 : MUST CLEAN THE FILTER AND HOOD ABOVE THE FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE.#57- 2-102.13 : OBSERVED THE FOOD HANDLER ON DUTY WITHOUT IDPH FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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, May 23, 2024 · Original Source