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6 inspections
Canvass
Aug 12, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
9 recorded violations
notedCode 6Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TWO FOOD EMPLOYEES DRINKING OUT OF AN OPEN CUP AT THE DISH WASHING AREA AND AT MAIN PREP LINE. MUST DRINK BEVERAGE WITH A LID AND STRAW OR GO TO A SEPERATE AREA AWAY FROM FOOD PREP/CLEAN EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.
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This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINK IN MENS TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT. MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED. EMPLOYEE PROVIDED SOAP AT HAND SINK AT END OF INSPECTION.
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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER STORING OF RAW CHICKEN AND RAW BEEF STORED IN REFRIGERATOR. OBSERVED THE RAW CHICKEN AND RAW BEEF STORED IN ONE BIG CONTAINER. INSTRUCTED TO STORE RAW CHICKEN SEPERATE FROM RAW BEEF TO AVOID CROSS CONTAMINATION. PERSON IN CHARGE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED FOOD. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 15 LBS AT A COST OF $100.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 61-63F. OBSERVED EGGS AND FRIED CHICKEN HELD OUT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 61F-63F. TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED VOLUNTARILY. FOOD WEIGHING APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS AT A COST OF $75.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 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.
OBSERVED LARGE CONTAINERS OF OIL WITHOUT A LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COMMON NAME ON WORKING CONTAINER TO PROPERLY IDENTIFY.
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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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2 BAGS OF ONIONS ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT HALLWAY. MUST STORE FOOD AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE FLOOR.
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.
OBSERVED 3 BROKEN SINK STOPPER HANDLES AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MAIN DISHWASHING AREA. MUST REPAIR.
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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DIRTY APRONS HANGING ON FOOD STORAGE RACK IN BASEMENT. MUST STORE IN DESIGNATED AREA AWAY FROM FOOD AND CLEAN EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS.
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.
OBSERVED CONTAINER STORED WITH BURNT OUT CIGARETTES LOCATED IN BASEMENT EMPLOYEE BREAK AREA. All ashtrays shall be removed from any area where smoking is prohibited. 7-32-020(C). CITATION ISSUED. All ashtrays shall be removed from any area where smoking is prohibited
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 2, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.14//OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST 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.
4-501.12//OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS KITCHEN AREAS WITH DEEP STAINS ADN OPEN SEAMS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH RESTORING SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
4-601.11(B)// OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP UNDERNEATH KITCHEN FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE 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.
6-201.11// NOTED FOOD SPLATTER ON NORTHEAST WALL OF "BUS STATION" AND ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN UPSTAIRS KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 24, 2024
Fail
14 recorded violations
notedCode 5Other
Official wording
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO BODILY FLUID CLEAN UP PROCEDURE AND SPILL KIT SUPPLIED WITH (DISPOSABLE MOP, DISPOSABLE LATEX GLOVES, DISPOSABLE MASK, AND ADEQUATE SANITIZER *MUST ELIMINATE NOROVIRUS*) ON SITE TO PROPERLY CLEAN UP ANY VOMIT OR DIARRHEA EVENTS THAT MAY OCCUR INSIDE OF THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLIES FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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OBSERVED NO METAL STEM THERMOMETER ON SITE TO MONITOR THE INTERNAL FOOD TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS THAT ARE COOKED, DELIVERED AND SERVED. FACILITY MUST OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN PROPER THERMOMETERS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN UPSTAIRS AND DOWNSTAIRS KITCHEN AREAS WITH DEEP STAINS ADN OPEN SEAMS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH RESTORING SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN SURFACE OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP UNDERNEATH KITCHEN FRYERS. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN, SANITIZE 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.
NOTED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN UNISEX GUEST/ EMPLOYEE WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED UPSTAIRS KITCHEN HOOD FILTERS WITH EXCESSIVE GREASE AND GRIME. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
OBSERVED NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. INSTRUCTED ANY PERSONS WITH THE CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE TO COMPLY WITH COMPLETION OF TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION.
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.
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2584253 CONDUCTED ON 10/30/23. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#55) 6-201.11----MUST NOT USE EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM AS A SEALANT AROUND FLOOR PIPING UNDER THE BAR THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE/CUT DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. 6-501.113--- THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD DOORWAY INTO THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER IS IN POOR REPAIR/DAMAGED WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. MUST CORRECT CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE DATE ON THE REPORT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND SINK AT FRONT BAR NOT ACCESSIBLE. BASIN WAS FILLED WITH WASH RAG, SINGLE USE GLOVE, ROUND TRAY, CONTAINER WITH SPONGE. INSTRUCTED THAT SINK MUST BE ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED DOWNSTAIRS KITCHEN ICE MACHINE WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK AND BROWN SLIME SUBSTANCE, DRIPPING ONTO ICE CUBES STORED IN ICE BIN. ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.CITATION ISSUED
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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF TCS FOODS COOKED MUSHROOM 45.3 F, EGG WHITES 46.9 F, RAW SHRIMP 44.6F, RAW STEAK 44.6 F, MARINATED CHICKEN 44.4 F, COOKED PORK 54.8, IN PREP DELI COOLER IN UPSTAIRS KITCHEN. APPROXIMATELY 15 LBS VALUED AT $600.00 DISCARDED AND DENATURED BY THE PERSON IN CHARGE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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.
OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINERS IN ALL THE COOLERS, WALK IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEMS NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.
In plain English
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.
OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST 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.
NOTED FOOD SPLATTER ON NORTHEAST WALL OF "BUS STATION" AND ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN UPSTAIRS KITCHEN IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 24, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 30, 2023
Pass
1 recorded violation
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.11----MUST NOT USE EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM AS A SEALANT AROUND FLOOR PIPING UNDER THE BAR THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE/CUT DOWN TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE. 6-501.113--- THE BOTTOM THRESHOLD DOORWAY INTO THE BASEMENT WALK-IN COOLER IS IN POOR REPAIR/DAMAGED WITH ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST REPAIR 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 30, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 25, 2023
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICIES ON SITE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. ALL EMPLOYEES MUST VERIFY THE WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. A SAMPLE WAS GIVEN ON 10-16-23, AND REVIEWED THE REQUIRED HEALTH CODE FOR THE POLICY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-202.11--- MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN BOTH 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE.
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.
: 3-302.12---: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
In plain English
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.
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM 10-16-23 REPORT #2583451 HAVE NOT BEEN CORRECTED. #38- INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL STANDING/POOLING WATER, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND HAVING THE PEST CO. SERVICE AGAIN FOR RATS AND REPLACE MISSING GLUE BOARDS. #60- 8-404.13 (B4)-- PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 12/2/21 REPORT #2544971 NOT CORRECTED #55- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE COOKING STOVE AND FRYERS AT THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA, FLOORS AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE WITH DIRTY STANDING WATER AND STORAGE AREAS, AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND WHERE NECESSARY. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 25, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 16, 2023
Fail
20 recorded violations
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED KNIVES IMPROPERLY STORED BETWEEN PREP TABLE AND COOLER.----ICE SCOOPS IMPROPERLY STORED ON TOP OF THE MACHINES. MUST PROPERLY STORE ALL IN USE UTENSILS.
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.
OBSERVED EMPLOYEES USING THE KITCHEN UTILITY MOP SINK FOR SOAKING/RINSING/CLEANING DIRTY DISHES. REVIEWED ALL DISH WASHING OF ALL DISHES/POTS/PANS MUST BE PERFORMED IN THE THREE COMPARTMENT DISH WASHING SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED TWO COOKED DUCKS, APPROXIMATELY 8 LBS, HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOKER AT 70.8F. DUCKS WERE NOTED TO BE TIGHTLY COVERED WITH PLASTIC WRAP, AND NO COOLING LOGS WERE MAINTAINED. REVIEWED PROPER TIME/TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS FOR COOLING AND HOLDING COLD FOODS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005; SEE THE ABOVE VIOLATION #21 FOR CITATION.
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.
ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED WITH THE PRODUCT COMMON NAME.
In plain English
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.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RAT ACTIVITY. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 10 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER BASEMENT SHELVING AT ENTRANCE TO PREP, 5 RAT DROPPINGS IN REAR BASEMENT KITCHEN POT/PAN STORAGE AND SUMP PUMP ROOM. STANDING WATER AND DROPPINGS IN ADJACENT CLOSET. RECENT PEST SERVICE ON 10/9/23 NOTED 13 RATS TOTAL CAUGHT IN TRAPS IN SEVERAL AREAS THROUGHOUT THE ESTABLISHMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, REMOVE ALL STANDING/POOLING WATER, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND HAVING THE PEST CO. SERVICE AGAIN FOR RATS AND REPLACE MISSING GLUE BOARDS/REMOVE DEAD RATS ON GLUE BOARDS. 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.
MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD BOXES AS CONTAINERS FOR FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST BE WASHABLE CONTAINERS ----MUST NOT USE CLOTH TOWELS AS A MEANS OF REPAIR FOR SHELVING INSIDE THE COOLER ON THE COOKS LINE.
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.
MUST NOT USE PAPER TOWELS, TINFOIL, OR CARDBOARD AS LINER FOR SHELVING THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT.----EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS.--- INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS AND ICE BUILD UP.----INTERIOR LID OF THE BASEMENT ICE MACHINE WITH DIRT.----TABLE TOP CAN OPENER WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL.
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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE FOR AL EMPLOYEES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
HAND WASHING SINK NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR USE. TEA/SERVER STATION HAND WASHING SINK BEING USED AS FOOD PREP TO RINSE TEA LEAVES. REVIEWED THAT HAND WASHING SINKS ARE FOR HAND WASHING PURPOSES ONLY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.
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.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS COOKED CHICKEN IN A PAN IN THE COOKS LINE PREP REA HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 72F. INSTRUCTED HOT FOODS MUST BE HELD HOT AT ALL TIMES AT 135F OR ABOVE. FOOD DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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.
ALL WIPING CLOTHS IN ALL PREP AREAS MUST BE HELD IN A CONTAINER WITH A SANITIZING SOLUTION.
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.
ALL BATHROOM FIXTURES NOTED DIRTY. MUST CLEAN ALL.
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.
FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT, AND DEBRIS: UNDER THE BAR THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK, FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING IN THE 1ST FLOOR HALLWAY STORAGE, ALL WASHROOMS, ALL WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.----MUST NOT USE EXPANDING SPRAY FOAM AS A SEALANT AROUND FLOOR PIPING UNDER THE BAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE/CUT DOWN 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS IN BOTH 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT FOOD PREP AREAS. MUST REPLACE.
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.
NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL REQUIRED EMPLOYEES MUST PROVIDE.
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.
NO PROOF OF ALLERGEN TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES FOR ALL THE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS. MUST PROVIDE.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM 12/2/21 REPORT #2544971 NOT CORRECTED #47-4-102.11 NOTED ASSORTED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE COOLERS AND REFRIGERATION UNITS STORED INSIDE GROCERY BAGS AND TIN CANS. INSTRUCTED PROPERLY TO STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD-GRADE CONTAINERS.#55- INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS AT THE FOLLOWING AREAS:- FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE COOKING STOVE AND FRYERS AT THE FIRST FLOOR PREP AREA, FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE STAIRWAY AT THE BASEMENT FOOD PREP/DRY STORAGE WITH DIRTY STANDING WATER AND STORAGE AREAS, AND FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE DISHWASHING AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR DRAINS ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND WHERE NECESSARY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
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An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.