Complaint Re-Inspection
Aug 3, 2026
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 3, 2026 · Original Source
Pass
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15 inspectionsComplaint
Jul 27, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 33Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
FOUND PASTA PIPA REACH IN PREP COOLER AND VINO REACH IN COOLER NOT MAINTAINED, AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE BETWEEN 45.4 F AND 54.0 F. FOUND LASAGNA, MOZZARRELLA, ETC. HELD INSIDE COOLERS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR SAID COOLERS AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE MUST BE 41.0 F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 100 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AT 1ST FLOOR STORAGE ROOM, 50 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AT COFFEE STATION AND 100 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS AT DISHWASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE ALL FLY ACTIVITY BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SOME PREP AREA COOLERS RUBBER DOOR GASKETS RIPPED OR MISSING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/PROVIDE TIGHT FITTED RUBBER DOOR GASKETS FOR ALL PREP AREA COOLERS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVES, COOLING/ FREEZING UNITS, PREP TABLES, STORAGE SPACES IN ALL OPERATING/AND NON-OPERATING PREP AREAS WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON SURFACES.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE AND DRY STORAGE AREAS ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR. 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, ALL DISH AREAS, CEILING, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED BLACK DIRT BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE, ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 45.4 F AND 54.9 F INSIDE PAST AND VINO REACH IN COOLERS AT 2ND FLOOR PREP AREAS- LASAGNA, BURRTA, MOZZARELLA LOGS, BECHAMEL, GRILLED CHICKEN, PESTO TRAPANESE, SAUSAGE AND COOKED BROCCOLI. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT 41.0 F OR BELOW IF HELD COLD. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. ALL OUT OF TEMPERATURE TCS FOODS VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED. FOODS DISCARDED WEIGHT- 47 LBS, VALUED AT $417.00.
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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperatureOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 27, 2026 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Feb 18, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE MIDDLE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PEELING CEILING PAINT PATCHES ABOVE PASTRY SALES (1ST FLOOR). INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE PEELING CEILING PAINT.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jan 13, 2026
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE MIDDLE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PEELING CEILING PAINT PATCHES ABOVE PASTRY SALES (1ST FLOOR). INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REMOVE PEELING CEILING PAINT.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 13, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jan 6, 2026
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN FRONT ENTRANCE MIDDLE DOORS. MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 1ST FLOOR WALK IN COOLERS WITH RUSTED SHELVING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RACKS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS ON DISHWASH AREA SHELVES, DRAIN BOARDS AND LOWER SIDE OF DRAIN BOARDS AND INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF ALL SINKS AT ALL PREP AREAS AND DISHWASH AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SHELVES AND SINKS.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SINKS PIPES LEAKING AT COFFEE STATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR ALL SINKS LEAKS AT COFFEE STATION 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAIN WITH HEAVY SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP IN 1ST FLOOR COFFEE SHOP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AN 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CEILING LIGHT BULBS (X2) BURNED OUT AT 2ND FLOOR DISHWASH ROOM. MUST REPLACE WITH WORKING CEILING LIGHT BULBS.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. FACILITY OPERATING TWO RESTAURANTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS HAVE 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 6, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Dec 11, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-501.11 OBSERVED 1ST FLOOR WALK IN COOLERS WITH RUSTED SHELVING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RACKS
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.13 OBSERVED FLOOR DRAIN WITH HEAVY SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP IN 1ST FLOOR COFFEE SHOP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AN 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
2-102.13 OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. FACILITY OPERATING TWO RESTAURANTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS HAVE 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 11, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Dec 2, 2025
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2 HAND WASHING SINKS WITH NO HOT WATER. HAND WASHING SINKS IN 1ST FLOOR CUSTOMER BATHROOM AND MEN'S LOCKER ROOM HAD A MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 46 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS HAVE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F. 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2 HOT WATER DISH MACHINES IN UPSTAIRS BAR AREA PROVIDING FINAL A UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF 149 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HOT WATER DISH MACHINES PROVIDE A FINAL UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF 160 F. DISH MACHINES TAGGED. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED TCS FOODS HELD AT INADEQUATE TEMPERTURES RANGING FROM 48-54 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 1/2 POUND OF SANDWICHES WITH SLICED TOMATOES, 1/2 POUND OF EGG DANISHES, 5 POUNDS BUTTER, 1/4 GALLON BUTTERMILK, 1/2 POUND COOKED MUSHROOMS, AND 1/4 PAN CUT LEAFY GREENS ($150) 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WITH NO COMMON NAME LISTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL FOOD.
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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED MORE THAN 50 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY AND 2 LIVE ROACHES. SMALL FLIES FOUND IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: BAKERY, DISH ROOM, ROOM ADJACENT TO COOKING SCHOOL, AND UPSTAIRS BAR AREAS. 1 LIVE ROACH FOUND IN BAKERY AREA AND 1 LIVE ROACH FOUND IN UPSTAIRS BAR AREA NEAR COOKING SCHOOL. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR REAR BAR AREA WITH BROKEN COOLER DOOR. DOOR COMES APART WHEN GRABBED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SHELVING INSIDE COOLERS WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FLOOR DRAIN WITH HEAVY SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP IN 1ST FLOOR COFFEE SHOP AREA INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AN 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. FACILITY OPERATING TWO RESTAURANTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS HAVE 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Dec 2, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Sep 4, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH OPEN SEAMS AND DARK STAINS. INSTRUCTED TO REFINISH OR REPLACE DAMAGED OR STAINED CUTTING BOARDS 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IN 2ND FLOOR DISH AREA: FACUET BROKEN SPRAYER AT 1 COMP. SINK BY HIGH TEMP DISHWASHER, INSTUCTED REPLACE SPAYER AT 1 COMP SINK 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IN HOOD VENTALATION AREA ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP WITH BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS, INSTRCUTED TO REPLACE 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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE CEILING IN THE FOOD PREP/1ST AND 2ND FL DISHWASHING AREAS, STAFF LOCKER ROOMS MENS & WOMENS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE CEILING TILES THAT ARE A NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 4, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Aug 28, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING SINKS NOT MAINTAINED WITH HOT WATER: IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT WATER OBSERVED AT BOTH CUSTOMER TOILET ROOMS ON 2ND FL RANGING FROM (72.3F TO 78.5F), 1ST FLOOR CUSTOMER TOILET ROOM TEMP RANGING FROM (68.2F TO 84.7), 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BOTH HIGH TEMPERATURE WAREWASHING MACHINES IN 2ND FLOOR DISH AREA NOT MEETING HOT WATER SANITIZER REQUIREMENTS OF AT LEAST 180F FOR THE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE. TECHNICAN ARRIVED ON SITE, SHORTER CONVEYER SIDE STARTED WORKING CORRECTLY, TECHNICAN ATTEMPTED TO CHANGE OTHER MECHANICAL DISHMACHINE TO LOW TEMP HOWEVER IT DID NOT REACH REQUIRED CONCENTRATION. ADVISED FACILITY NOT TO USE DISHMACHINE UNTIL REPAIRS ARE MADE. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE CEILING IN THE FOOD PREP/1ST AND 2ND FL DISHWASHING AREAS STAFF LOCKER ROOMS MENS & WOMENS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE CEILING TILES THAT ARE A NON-ABSORBENT, NON-CORROSIVE, SMOOTH, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
NOTED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT #2594571 CONDUCTED ON 5/14/24. PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED: (#51) 5-205.15: OBSERVED NON-WORKING HANDWASHING SINK IN SECOND FLOOR SOUTHSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. HANDWASHING SINK IS LOCATED ON SOUTH EASTSIDE OF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HANDWASHING SINK. NOTE THERE ARE THREE OTHERS PROPERLY WORKING HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOM. (#56)6-501.14: OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILINGS IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN AND MAINTAIN 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.
More about other findingnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF 25 LIVE COCKROACH ON 1ST FL PASTRY 5-7 LIVE COCKROACHES COFFEE AREA/ PIZZA AREA, 5-7 LIVE COCKROACH ON 2ND FL BAKERY, 7-10 LIVE COCKROACH IN VINO AREA BEHIND EXPRESSO MAKER 5-10 LIVE COCKROACHES IN DISH AREA BEHIND VINO. ALSO OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 75 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITYY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: CUSTOMER AND STAFF LOCKER /TOILET ROOMS ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR, FOOD STORAGE, PREP AREAS 1ST AND 2ND FL, DRY STORAGE WAREHOUSE, DOCK GARBAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY, 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 2 DOOR REACH IN COOLERS IN THE FOLLWING AREAS: VINO AND ROMAN STYLE PIZZA AREAS; FLUID IS DRAINING INTO INTERIOR OR 2 DOOR REACH COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 3 COMP. SINK IN BUTCHER AREA SPRAYING FROM FACUET, INSTRCUTED TOR 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUMPSTER WITH LIDS NOT CLOSED DUE TO TRASH OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN TO ENSURE TIGHT FITTING LIDS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IN HOOD VENTALATION AREA ON 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR PREP WITH BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS, INSTRCUTED TO REPLACE 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 28, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Aug 8, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 8, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Jun 28, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
2 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FACILITY FOOD HANDLERS PREPARING AND HANDLING TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS WITHOUT ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER AND CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST REMAIN POSTED ON SITE AND CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE DURING TCS FOOD PREP, COOKING, SERVING AND OPERATING HOURS. 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUMP SINK IS IN DISREPAIR IN COFFEE 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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 28, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
May 28, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION
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 issuesnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS ON ENTRANCE DOORS LEFT DOOR RIGHT SIDE, RIGHT DOOR LEFT SIDE AND DOUBLE DOORS IN MIDDLE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE. OBSERVED OPENING AT LEFT SIDE BASE OF EXTERIOR DOCK DOOR NEAR DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13: OBSERVED SMALL ICE MACHINE IN SEAFOOD AREA WITH BEIGE MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE AROUND ICE SHOOT AND OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SMALL ICE MACHUNE IN SEAFOOD AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED LARGE ICE MACHINE IN VINO AREA WITH BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN VINO AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR AND AROUND ICE SHOOT OF LARGE ICE MACHINE IN HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED NON WORKING HANDWASHING SINK IN SECOND FLOOR SOUTHSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. HANDWASHING SINK IS LOCATED ON SOUTH EASTSIDE OF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HANDWASHING SINK. NOTE THERE ARE THREE OTHER PROPERLY WORKING HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOM.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14: OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILINGS IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 28, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
May 23, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-202.15: OBSERVED OPENINGS ON ENTRANCE DOORS LEFT DOOR RIGHT SIDE, RIGHT DOOR LEFT SIDE AND DOUBLE DOORS IN MIDDLE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE. OBSERVED OPENING AT LEFT SIDE BASE OF EXTERIOR DOCK DOOR NEAR DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-602.13: OBSERVED SMALL ICE MACHINE IN SEAFOOD AREA WITH BEIGE MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE AROUND ICE SHOOT AND OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SMALL ICE MACHUNE IN SEAFOOD AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED LARGE ICE MACHINE IN VINO AREA WITH BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN VINO AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR AND AROUND ICE SHOOT OF LARGE ICE MACHINE IN HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED NON WORKING HANDWASHING SINK IN SECOND FLOOR SOUTHSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. HANDWASHING SINK IS LOCATED ON SOUTH EASTSIDE OF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HANDWASHING SINK. NOTE THERE ARE THREE OTHER PROPERLY WORKING HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOM.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14: OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILINGS IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN AND M
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2594571 DATED 05/14/2024. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 SMALL FLIES THROUGHOUT FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 5/14/2024. OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS AND OTHER DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 23, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
May 14, 2024
Fail
10 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 10.:09AM. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.
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 issuesnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. CORRECTED ON SITE CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 10:09AM. 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN PIZZA PARLOR AREA AND BAR. CORRECTED ON SITE HAND SOAP PROVIDED FOR HANDWASHING SINKS IN PIZZA PARLOR AREA AND BAR. INSTRUCTED HAND CLEANSER SHALL BE PROVIDED AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS 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.
More about handwashing problemsnotedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 50.1-55.6F. COLD TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, MOZZARELLA CHEESE(50.1F AND 55.6F), PROVOLONE CHEESE(54.0F) AND SHRIMP(55.2F). INSTRUCTED ALL COLD TCS FOOD MUST BE HELD AT 41F OR BELOW. CORRECTED ON SITE MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED FOOD VALUED AT $100 WEIGHING 20 LBS. 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 25Food temperature
Official wording
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO ASTERISK ON MENUS IDENTIFYING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. OBSERVED NO DISCLOSURE ON MENUS STATING WHICH ANIMAL DERIVED ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. INSTRUCTED TO ADD ASTERISK TO ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS THAT ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER AND DISCLOSURE TO MENUS STATING THAT ASTERISKED ANIMAL DERIVED FOODS ARE SERVED RAW, UNDERCOOKED OR COOKED TO ORDER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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.
More about food kept at an unsafe temperaturenotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OPENINGS ON ENTRANCE DOORS LEFT DOOR RIGHT SIDE, RIGHT DOOR LEFT SIDE AND DOUBLE DOORS IN MIDDLE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE. OBSERVED OPENING AT LEFT SIDE BASE OF EXTERIOR DOCK DOOR NEAR DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF UTENSILS AND OTHER DISHES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SMALL ICE MACHINE IN SEAFOOD AREA WITH BEIGE MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE AROUND ICE SHOOT AND OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SMALL ICE MACHUNE IN SEAFOOD AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED LARGE ICE MACHINE IN VINO AREA WITH BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN VINO AREA TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE. OBSERVED BLACK MOLDLIKE SUBSTANCE ON UPPER INTERIOR AND AROUND ICE SHOOT OF LARGE ICE MACHINE IN HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE LARGE ICE MACHINE IN HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF ICE.
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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NON WORKING HANDWASHING SINK IN SECOND FLOOR SOUTHSIDE WOMEN'S WASHROOM. HANDWASHING SINK IS LOCATED ON SOUTH EASTSIDE OF WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HANDWASHING SINK. NOTE THERE ARE THREE OTHER PROPERLY WORKING HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOM.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILINGS IN FIRST FLOOR HOT CENTRAL KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST ON CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CONDENSOR COVERS IN COLD PREP ROOM IN CENTRAL KITCHEN 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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 14, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 10, 2023
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT, MICROWAVES, COOLING/ FREEZING UNITS, PREP TABLES, STORAGE SPACES IN ALL OPERATING/AND NON-OPERATING PREP AREAS WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON SURFACES.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EXPRESSO MACHINE DRAINPIPE LEAKING ONTO FLOOR IN LAVAZZA COFFEE PREP AREA, CAUSING POOLING WATER, MILK, ETC. NOTED HOT WATER HANDLE ON 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN 2ND FLOOR DISH ROOM IN DISREPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD CONDITION AS REQUIRED BY CODE.
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.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FLOORS IN ALL PREP AREAS WITH STORAGE SPACES ACCUMULATED FOOD DEBRIS UNDERNEATH ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND SHELVING UNITS. NOTED POOLING WATER UNDERNEATH GELATO MACHINES AND EXCESSIVE WATER ON DISHWASHING AREA FLOORS DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED INADEQUATE LIGHTING IN THE PASTA RESTAURANT'S REAR DRY STORAGE AREA.MUST PROVIDE. NOTED ALL MISSING BULBS IN CEILING OF 1ST WALK-IN COOLER IN BASEMENT UPON ENTERING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS AND INCREASE LIGHTING
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.
More about building upkeep issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 10, 2023 · Original Source