OBSERVED THE MIDDLE SINK STOPPER AT THE 3 COMP SINK NOT PROPERLY WORKING. MUST 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.
OBSERVED LEAKS AT THE 3 COMP FAUCET FIXTURE. MUST 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.
MUST CLEAN STORAGE SHELVING/AREA FOR THE GREASE TRAP IN THE BASEMENT TO REMOVE GREASE.
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 CITY CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY WITHOUT HIS ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED. INSTRUCTED TO COMPLY OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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 5, 2023 · Original Source
Complaint
Sep 28, 2023
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE INADEQUATELY SANITIZING DISHES AT 0 PPM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A SANITIZING SOLUTION TO ADEQUATELY SANITIZE DISHES PER MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE NOW SANITIZING AT 50 PPM.
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.
CONSUMER ADVISORY PROVIDED FOR RAW/UNDERCOOKED FOOD
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STEAK, WITH DISCLOSURE BY ASTERISK AND REMINDER ON MENU. FOUND NO WRITTEN DISCLOSURE/FOOTNOTE. STEAK IS SERVED UNDERCOOKED.INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE FOOTNOTE, DISCLOSURE (WRITTEN DISCLOSURE AND DISCLOSURE BY ASTERISK) AND REMINDER FOR MENU ITEMS THAT CAN BE ORDERED UNDER COOKED. 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.
FOUND 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EXIT DOOR LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE RECEPTACLE. MUST PROVIDE CLOSED TIGHT FITTING DOORS 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.
COMPLIANCE WITH VARIANCE/SPECIALIZED PROCESS/HACCP
Inspector’s notes
FOUND APPROX 50 LBS OF VACUUM PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS: COOKED PORK SAUSAGE, PRAWNS, SHRIMP, CRAB, RICE,AND OCTOPUS ON SITE IN A VARIETY OF COOLERS. FOUND NO HACCP PLAN ON SITE. VACUUM PACKAGED FOOD ITEMS AND VACUUM PACKAGED MACHINE TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH. INSTRUCTED TO NO LONGER SERVE FOOD ITEMS UNTIL HACCP PLAN IS APPROVED BY DEPARTMENT AND INSPECTOR REMOVES TAG FROM SAID FOOD ITEMS. 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 VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
FOUND NO LIGHT LOCATED IN STORAGE AREA THAT IS TO THE RIGHT AND LEFT OF THE BASEMENT WALKIN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE.
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.