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2 inspections
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 31, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
4 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MANAGER WITH MANAGER TRAINING LETTER PRESENT DATED JUNE 15, 2024, BUT NO CITY OF CHICGAO CERTIFICATE PRESENT. INSTRUCTED CURRENT PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS RAW BEEF AND CHICKEN ARE HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, #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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE OR KIT FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND PROVIDE THE CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11 - OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD AND DRY GOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE MAIN STORE AREA AS WELL AS REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF 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.
5-205.15 - OBSERVED HAND SINK AT FRONT PREPARATION AREA LEAKING FROM RIGHT SIDE/HOT WATER HANDLE WHEN IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 31, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Dec 24, 2024
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFICATE ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MANAGER WITH MANAGER TRAINING LETTER PRESENT, BUT NO CITY OF CHICGAO CERTIFICATE PRESENT. INSTRUCTED CURRENT PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A MANAGER WITH A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD CERTIFICATE MUST BE PRESENT DURING ALL HOURS OF OPERATION WHILE TCS FOODS SUCH AS RAW BEEF AND CHICKEN ARE HANDLED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, #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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO ESTABLISH AN APPROPRIATE EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING SYSTEM AND MAINTAIN VERIFIABLE DOCUMENTS ON SITE. 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.
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURE OR KIT FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND PROVIDE THE CLEANING SUPPLIES KIT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN AVAILABLE AT THE FRONT PREP AND THE REAR PREP HAND WASHING SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT EACH SINK TO INSTRUCT EMPLOYEES THEY MUST WASH HANDS.
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 ONE LARGE DEAD RODENT/RAT UNDER THE GLASS DR PEPPER COOLER DIRECTLY BEHIND THE FRONT CASHIER/CHECK OUT AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ANY DEAD OR TRAPPED ANIMALS OR PESTS AND MAINTAIN THE PREMISES FREE OF DEAD PESTS.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BOXES OF FOOD AND DRY GOOD STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE MAIN STORE AREA AS WELL AS REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF 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 HAND SINK AT FRONT PREPARATION AREA LEAKING FROM RIGHT SIDE/HOT WATER HANDLE WHEN IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK IN GOOD REPAIR.
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.
OBSERVED NO SELF CLOSING BATHROOM DOOR ON THE EMPLOYEE BATHROOM LOCATED IN REAR OF FACILITY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING MECHANISM FOR BATHROOM DOOR TO ENSURE IT IS SELF CLOSING.
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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 05/17/2019, REPORT #2289030: #47) 4-201.11 - MUST DEFROST THE SMALL CHEST FREEZER WITH FROZEN MEAT (WITH HEAVY ICE ACCUMULATED) AND MAINTAIN. #49) 4-601.11(C) - MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE SHELVINGS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND WALK IN FREEZER (WITH DUST AND FOOD DEBRIS) AND MAINTAIN. #51) 5-204.12 - BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE NOT LOCATED ON THE MOP SINK FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL TO BE ABLE TO SERVICED, LOCATE AND MAINTAINED. #55) 6-201.11 - MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE WALK IN FREEZER AND DEFROST ICE ACCUMULATED ON THE FLOOR AND ALSO REMOVE CARDBOARD ON THE FLOOR. #55) 6-501.114 - CLUTTER UNNECESSAY ITEMS IN THE REAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE THE AREA. REMOVE OR DISCARD ITEMS NOT BEING USED TO PREVENT RODENT /INSECTS RODENT. #55) 6-501.11 - DAMAGED CEILING INSIDE THE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. MISSING FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR MAKE THE FLOOR SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE. #56) 6-303.11 - MISSING BLACK END CAPS TO HOLD THE PLASTIC LIGHT SHIELD ON THE LIGHT BULBS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #57) 2-102.13 - NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE FOR THE TWO EMPLOYEE HANDLING RAW MEAT/FISH/CHICKEN. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATE. 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.