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11 inspections
Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 10, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
VERY EXTENSIVE CLEANING IS NEEDED TO THE WOK STATION AREA TO REMOVE GREASE, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, SINKS AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENT SYSTEM OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP FOUND.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 10, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 3, 2026
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
FOUND BOTH HANDSINKS IN PREP AREAS NOT ACCESSIBLE FOR HANDWASHING. ONE SINK HAD RUBBER GLOVES AND OTHER ITEMS INSIDE OF IT AND THE OTHER ONE HAD FOO CONTAINERS INSIDE OF IT; INSTRUCTED TO KEEP SINKS FREE AND CLEAR OF CLUTTER FOR HANDWASHING PURPOSES. CORRECTED ON SITE. 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.
FOUND SEVERAL DEAD ROACHES ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREAS; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREAS TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES.
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.
VERY EXTENSIVE CLEANING IS NEEDED TO THE WOK STATION AREA TO REMOVE GREASE, FRYERS, PREP TABLES, REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, SINKS AND OTHER KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND OTHER MATTER. CLEAN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPLATTER AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN AREA.
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
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENT SYSTEM OVER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. HEAVY GREASE BUILD UP FOUND.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 27, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 27, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 20, 2026
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
AT THIS TIME STILL FINDING EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES; 100 OR MORE DROPPINGS OBSERVED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREAS WHERE RODENT DROPPINGS OBSERVED (FLOOR AND PREP TABLES). PRIORITY 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.
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF WOK STATION, BOTTOM OF FRYER ETC TO REMOVE GREASE AND OTHER BUILD UP.
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 CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, GREASE, FOOD PARTICLES AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED.
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, Mar 20, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 18, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, SHELVES INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLER, BOTTOMS OF PREP TABLES, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF WOK STATION, BOTTOM OF FRYER ETC TO REMOVE GREASE AND OTHER BUILD UP.
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.
FOUND DEAD RODENTS ON PREMISES IN KITCHEN AREAS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BY REAR EXIT DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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
SOME FOOD ITEMS INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER WERE ON THE FLOOR; INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS FROM FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
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.
MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA TO REMOVE DIRT AND GREASE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, GREASE, FOOD PARTICLES AND DIRT. MUST CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS WHERE NEEDED.
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 THE VENTS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING.
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 EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE FOOD HANDLERS OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES.
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 FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE OBSERVED; INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 18, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Jun 5, 2025
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 5, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
Jun 3, 2025
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR, WALKIN-COOLER, AND PREP COOLER. IMPROPER: PORK 57.1 F, CHICKEN 60.1F, AND FISH TO 58.5 F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 30 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $250.00 THROUGH THE DENATURING PROCESS. 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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINK NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT REAR PREP HANDSINK (63F). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MUST BE AT LEAST 100F. PRIORITY 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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY EQUIPMENT FOR COLD HOLDING IN DISREPAIR. NOTED REFRIGERATOR TO BE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE AT 55F. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE FOR PROPER COLD HOLDING OF 41 DEGREES F OR BELOW. TAGGED UNIT. 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 NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS AND DISPLAY COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY READABLE THERMOMETERS INSIDE ALL REFRIGERATOR UNITS TO PROPERLY MONITOR THE AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF EQUIPMENT.
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 FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITHOUT LABELS CONTAINING THE COMMON NAME OF FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
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 RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE REAR PREP AREA ALONG ALL WALLS AND ALONG WALLS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #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.
OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED AS LINER ON FOOD PREP EQUIPMENT AND TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.
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 ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
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, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FAN IN WALK-IN COOLER, LIGHT SHIELDS IN COOKING AREA AND CEILING AND WALL VENTS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FANS, LIGHT SHIELDS AND CEILING/WALL VENTS.
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 FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER WITHOUT FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENT.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 3, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass
May 20, 2024
Pass
5 recorded violations
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MALE EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREAS NOT WEARING A HAIR RESTRAINT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT WHEN IN THE FOO PREP AREA. MAINTAIN SAME.
In plain English
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.
OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS WITH DARK STAINS AND GROOVES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SAND OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS. MUST MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY 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.
OBSERVED THE INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF THE OVEN AND THE EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER IN THE PREP AREA WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD, GREASE, DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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 A LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE FAUCET OF THE SINK BY THE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR SINK AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
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 FLOORS IN THE FOOD PREP, DISH WASHING AREA, UNDER/AROUND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, SINKS, STORAGE RACKS AND IN ALL CORNERS WET AND WITH EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD, DEBRIS, DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT. -OBSERVED THE WALLS AROUND EVERY SINK, THE DISH WASHER, COOKING/COOLING EQUIPMENT AND STORAGE RACKS WITH FOOD SPLATTER, DIRT AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGHOUT.
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 MICROWAVE OVENS IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL 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 WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HANDSINK. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2567808 NOT CORRECTED; #16 INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING. ALL SHELVES IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #39 INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #44 ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED AREA. KNIVES CAN NOT BE STORED IN BETWEEN THE TABLES.CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #55 FLOORS AND WALLS IN REAR PREP IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #56 HOOD FILTERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE DRIPPING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO BRING ALL LISTED VIOLATIONS INTO COMPLIANCE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-42-090.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS ON SITE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS; TWO-DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN PREP AREA, BEHIND WALK IN COOLER IN REAR PREP AREA, ON CONTAINERS NEAR DISH MACHINE. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE IN THE FOLLWING AREAS; ON FLOOR IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR DISH MACHINE, ON THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, ON WALL BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO FULLY ABATE ALL ACTIVITY AND REMOVE ALL MOUSE DROPPINGS, SANITIZING ALL AREAS. PRIORITY 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.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CERTFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ANY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 26, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 24, 2023
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER TRAINING AT TIME OF INSPECTION.
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.
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE SANITATION MANAGER TRAINING AT TIME OF INSPECTION WHILE TCS FOODS (BEEF, CHICKEN, RICE) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. PERSON IN CHARGE ARRIVED ON SITE DURING INSPECTION).
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
OBSERVED HANDSINK IN REAR KITCHEN PREP AREA TO BE INACCESSIBLE WITH BASIN FILLED WITH SOILED CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO MAINTAIN ALL HANDSINKS TO BE ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(A). 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 WATER BACKING UP AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND HANDSINK. WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM 2ND SINK BASIN, WATER BACKS UP INTO 1ST AND 3RD SINK BASINS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR BEFORE RE-INSPECTION DATE. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-025. CITATION ISSUED.
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 HANDSINK NOT ATTACHED FULLY TO WALL IN REAR KITCHEN AREA BEING HELD WITH WOODEN BOARD. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR SINK TO PROPERLY ATTACH TO WALL.
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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2567808 NOT CORRECTED; #16 INTERIOR OF REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING. ALL SHELVES IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #39 INTERIOR OF DISH MACHINE IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #44 ALL MULTI USE UTENSILS MUST BE STORED IN A CLEAN SANITIZED AREA. KNIVES CAN NOT BE STORED IN BETWEEN THE TABLES.CORRECT AND MAINTAIN. #55 FLOORS AND WALLS IN REAR PREP IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #56 HOOD FILTERS IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE DRIPPING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO BRING ALL LISTED VIOLATIONS INTO COMPLIANCE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED MOUSE DROPPINGS TOO NUMEROUS TO COUNT SCATTERED THROUGHOUT KTICHEN PREP AREA IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES; BESIDES COLD HOLD UNITS, UNDER SHELVING AND TABLES, ON BOTTOMS OF TABLES, UNDER DISH MACHINE, IN CORNERS NEAR THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, IN STORAGE AREA LEADING TO BASEMENT. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE ROACHES ON PREMISES IN KITCHEN AREA. PRIORITY 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.
OBSERVED MICROWAVE OVENS IN FRONT PREP AREA NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL 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 NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE FOR CERTFIED MANAGER. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ANY CERTIFIED MANAGER MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RETAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
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.