Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 15, 2025
8 recorded violations
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE WASHROOM AND AT THE KITCHEN AREA HAND WASH SINK(S). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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.
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THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
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4-204.112(B) OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN DISPLAY COOLERS NEAR THE FRONT ENTRQNCE OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
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Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
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3-305.11 OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IMPROPERLY ON THE FLOOR AT THE REAR OF THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR ON RAISED 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.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
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4-101.11(B, C, D, E) OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS STORED IMPROPERLY IN COLD HOLDING UNIT IN THE KITCHEN/FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO STORE PROPERLY IN FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND/OR CONTAINERS ONLY.
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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.
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TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
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6-501.19 OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHROOM DOOR IS NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE.
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.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
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6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLUTTER AND ALL UNUSED ARTICLES.
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.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
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6-501.14 OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF DIRT/DEBRIS BUILDUP ON THE EXHAUST VENTILATION IN THE EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
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2-102.13 NO FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEE(S). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION/CERTIFICATE(S).
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, Oct 15, 2025 · Original Source