4-101.19--OBSERVED DIRTY MINERAL BUILD UP UNDER ALL SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 9, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Sep 2, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 14Food source and labeling
Official wording
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG ATTACHED TO CONTAINER OF CLAMS IN SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLER. SHELLSTOCK tags or labels shall remain attached to the container in which the SHELLSTOCK are received until the container is empty. OBSERVED NUMEROUS SHELLSTOCK TAGS WITHOUT A DATE RECORDED WHEN THE LAST ITEM WAS USED/SOLD. The date when the last SHELLSTOCK from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. 7-38-005. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED.
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.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MISSING DISCLOSURE STATEMENT ON FOOD MENU WHICH SERVES RAW SUSHI. MUST ADD THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT "*THESE ITEMS ARE SERVED RAW." THEN PROVIDE AN ASTERISK NEXT TO THE ITEMS WHICH ARE SERVED RAW(SUSHI). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005.
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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO VERIFICATION TO TEST PH LEVEL OF SUSHI RICE. MUST PROVIDE A SUSHI RICE LAB REPORT FROM A CERTIFIED LAB WITHIN THE LAST 5 YEARS OR PROVIDE A PH METER AVAILABLE ON SITE DETERMINING THE PH. 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.
OBSERVED DIRTY MINERAL BUILD UP UNDER ALL SEAFOOD DISPLAY COOLERS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
NOTED BENT LIDS ON OUTDOOR DRY RECYCLING RECEPTACLE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE LIBS REPLACED BY REFUSE PROVIDER.
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.
NOTED TOP OF GREASE TRAP UNDERNEATH FRONT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH EXCESSIVE RUST. MUST RESTORE TOP TO SMOOTH CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 CLUTTER IN STORAGE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECCESSARY ITEMS AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS A MINIMUM OF 6 INCHES OFF THE GROUND TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
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.
GREASE TRAP AT THE FRONT FISH DISPLAY COOLERS/PREP THREE COMPARTMENTS WITH EXCESSIVE RUST. MUST REMOVE RUST.
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 DIRTY METAL RACK SHELVING ABOVE THE REAR PREP THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED LEAK UNDER THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK AT THE FRONT DISPLAY COOLER/PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.