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Imperial Restaurant

2100 S Archer Ave

Last inspected Apr 8, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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11 inspections

Complaint Re-Inspection

Apr 8, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

ADDITIONAL CLEANING NEEDED TO THE TOPS OF THE FLOOR MIXERS, BOTTOM OF FRYERS, AND EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

FLOORS NEED ADDITIONAL CLEANING UNDER 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

Complaint

Apr 1, 2026

Fail

8 recorded violations

notedCode 8Handwashing

Official wording

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED

Inspector’s notes

CONTROL OF HANDS AS A VEHICLE OF CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED AN EMPLOYEE RUB HIS NOSE AND CONTINUE TO HANDLE FOOD WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS. OBSERVED ANOTHER EMPLOYEE PICK UP A FOOD ITEM FROM THE FLOOR AND CONTINUE TO TOUCH A BOWL WITH A FOOD ITEM IN IT. CORRECTED ON SITE. INSTRUCTED BOTH TO WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION. PRIORITY VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-010 FOR FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS.

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 problems
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. OBSERVED ONE LIVE ROACH AND SEVERAL DEAD ROACHES IN THE KITCHEN. OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY IN KITCHEN. FOUND 50 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREA UNDER PREP TABLES AND ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED FOR CONTROL OF VERMIN AND INSECTS.

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 insects
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN NEED OF CLEANING: BOTTOM AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS, WOK STATION, REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE, ALL SHEVES INSIDE OF BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS, ROLLING CARTS, PREP TABLES TOPS AND BOTTOMS, BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS, GARBAGE CONTAINERS, STEAMERS, FLOOR MIXERS AND MEAT SLICER; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. CLEAN IN ALL PREP AREAS OF THE KITCHEN.

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 problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE TWO COMP SINK PIPE IN THE KITCHEN DISHWASHING AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK FROM PIPE UNDER SINK.

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 problems
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN TOILET AND SINK IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM IN THE KITCHEN AREA AND MAINTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE UTILITY (MOP) SINK IN THE KITCHEN CLOSET 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND BUILD UP. CLEAN FLOORS INSIDE OF BOTH WALK-IN COOLERS. CLEAN FLOOR IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM AND IN UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE SPLATTER AND DIRT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE DUST. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL WINDOW SILLS 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED GREASE HANGING FROM THE VENTS IN THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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 issues
notedCode 57Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; INSTRUCTED TO HAVE ALL EMPLOYEES OBTAIN VALID FOOD HANDLER TRAINING 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.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 1, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

Sep 5, 2025

Pass

11 recorded violations

notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE ICE BIN INTERIOR IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ICE, CLEAN 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 problems
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 37Food source and labeling

Official wording

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, WALK-IN FREEZER, PREP, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE AND PROTECT FOOD ITEMS FROM CONTAMINATION WHILE STORED BY ELEVATING 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 41Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED WET WIPING CLOTHS ON SEVERAL PREP SURFACE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION BETWEEN USES TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF EQUIPMENT & FOOD. MUST 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 problems
notedCode 43Equipment and utensils

Official wording

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PLATES NOT INVERTED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT PLATES AFTER SANITIZING AND AIR DRYING.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MULTIPLE FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC STORAGE TOTES IN THE COOLERS, WALK-IN COOLER, AND PREP AREAS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER FOOD GRADE STORAGE BAGS AND CONTAINERS ONLY.

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 problems
notedCode 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. 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 problems
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN ALL-GENDER WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE.

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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED LOOSE DEBRIS, DIRT AND DUST BUILDUP ON THE FLOORS AND CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND INCREASE CLEANING FREQUENCY OF FLOORS. MUST 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 problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS AT VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED 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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 5, 2025 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Sep 30, 2024

Pass

8 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

3-305.12: OBSERVED 4-5 BINS OF FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER CLOSEST THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS ON THE 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

Inspector’s notes

2-402.11: UPON ARRIVAL, FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH CARDBOARD BOXES AND BUILD UP OF DEBRIS. ALSO, THE OUTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE PIPE OF THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE HALLWAY OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. WATER POOLING INTO A BOWL UNDER SINK. 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 problems
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

6-501.19: OBSERVED THE DOOR IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM NOT SELF CLOSING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR SELF CLOSING 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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-201.12: OBSERVED THE FOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. ESPECIALLY UNDER THE DISHWASHING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING UNITS, AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN MENTIONED FLOORS AND WALLS 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 problems
notedCode 35Food temperature

Official wording

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

Inspector’s notes

3-501.13: OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING METHOD OF PREPACKAGES BEEF. FOUND A BIN FILLED WITH BEEF THAWING ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR THE REAR WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS AND MAINTAIN.

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 temperature

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 30, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Sep 25, 2024

Fail

9 recorded violations

notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

6-501.19: OBSERVED THE DOOR IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM NOT SELF CLOSING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR SELF CLOSING 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 problems
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

3-305.12: OBSERVED 4-5 BINS OF FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER CLOSEST THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS ON THE 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-205.15: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE PIPE OF THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE HALLWAY OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. WATER POOLING INTO A BOWL UNDER SINK. 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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-201.12: OBSERVED THE FOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. ESPECIALLY UNDER THE DISHWASHING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING UNITS, AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN MENTIONED FLOORS AND WALLS 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 problems
notedCode 59Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #16: 4-601.11(A): STILL OBSERVED BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE SURFACE ABOVE THE ICE IN THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED SAID SUBSTANCE ON ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE MACHINE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. #60: #49: 4-602.13: STILL OBSERVED THE PIPES NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER, IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NEAR THE REAR COFFEE/TEA PREP AREA AT THE REAR WITH DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #60: 2-102.13: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. PRIORITY 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 finding
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 35Food temperature

Official wording

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

Inspector’s notes

3-501.13: OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING METHOD OF PREPACKAGES BEEF. FOUND A BIN FILLED WITH BEEF THAWING ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR THE REAR WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS AND MAINTAIN.

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 temperature
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

Inspector’s notes

2-402.11: UPON ARRIVAL, FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH CARDBOARD BOXES AND BUILD UP OF DEBRIS. ALSO, THE OUTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 25, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint

Sep 11, 2024

Fail

12 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK BEHIND THE BAR AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 40Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

Inspector’s notes

UPON ARRIVAL, FOOD HANDLERS WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINTS WHILE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR HAIR RESTRAINTS AND MAINTAIN.

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.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE DOOR IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM NOT SELF CLOSING IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOOR SELF CLOSING 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 problems
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BLACK MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE SURFACE ABOVE THE ICE IN THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. ALSO NOTED SAID SUBSTANCE ON ICE PANEL. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. ICE MACHINE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, 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 problems
notedCode 22Food temperature

Official wording

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES

Inspector’s notes

FOUND IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS THROUGHOUT REAR FOOD PREP AREA. UPON ENTRY INTO REAR PREP AREA, 6 WHOLE DUCKS WERE FOUND HANGING IN ROOM TEMPERATURE ABOVE THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA.THE DUCKS WERE LATER MOVED INTO A NEARBY COLD HOLDING UNIT AND FOUND AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES RANGING 75.8F-77.5F. FOUND A SMALL BOWL OF BEEF AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 48.7F IN A PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE WOK PREP STATION. FOUND TWO BIG STRAINER BOWLS OF GROUNDED PORK, STACKED ON TOP OF EACH OTHER WITH RUNNING WATER; IN THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR THE WOK STATION AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 71.8F-72.4F. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW AND ALL TIMES. APPROXIMATELY 210LBS AT $925 WORTH OF FOOD DISCARDED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY 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 temperature
notedCode 35Food temperature

Official wording

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED IMPROPER THAWING METHOD OF PREPACKAGES BEEF. FOUND A BIN FILLED WITH BEEF THAWING ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR THE REAR WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO USE PROPER THAWING METHODS AND MAINTAIN.

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 temperature
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO PROBE STEM THERMOMETER FOR TAKING FOOD TEMPERATURES. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED 4-5 BINS OF FOOD ITEMS STORED ON THE FLOOR UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE WALK-IN COOLER CLOSEST THE DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD ITEMS ON THE 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.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE SHELVES UNDER THE FOOD PREP TABLES IN THE REAR PREP AREA WITH CARDBOARD BOXES AND BUILD UP OF DEBRIS. ALSO, THE OUTERIOR AND INTERIOR SURFACES OF THE COLD HOLDING UNITS IN NEED OF CLEANING. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE PIPE OF THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE HALLWAY OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. WATER POOLING INTO A BOWL UNDER SINK. 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 problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING. ESPECIALLY UNDER THE DISHWASHING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING UNITS, AND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN MENTIONED FLOORS AND WALLS 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 problems
notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 04/01/2024, REPORT #2591890 #49:4-601.11(B): OBSERVED ALL OF THE MICROWAVES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN AND WITH SEVERE GREASE DROPLETS THROUGHOUT. ALSO, OBSEVRED DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER ALL THE MICROWAVE UNITS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #49: 4-602.13: OBSERVED THE PIPES AND WALLBASES NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER, IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NEAR THE REAR COFFEE/TEA PREP AREA AT THE REAR WTH GRIME AND GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #54: 5-501.111: OBSERVED THE INDOOR GARBAGE ENCLOSURE DOWNSTAIRS FROM FACILITY NOT MAINTAINED. THE FLOORS WERE FILLED WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED ENCLOSURE. #56: 6-501.14: OBSERVED GREASE DROPLETS ON THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VENTILATION HOOD CLEANED AND MAINTAIN. #58: 2-102.13: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT ALL MENTIONED VIOLATIONS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Sep 11, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Apr 1, 2024

Pass

6 recorded violations

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-204.12: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 problems
notedCode 54Facility maintenance

Official wording

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111: OBSERVED THE INDOOR GARBAGE ENCLOSURE DOWNSTAIRS FROM FACILITY NOT MAINTAINED. THE FLOORS WERE FILLED WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED ENCLOSURE.

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 issues
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE HALLWAY OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B): OBSERVED ALL OF THE MICROWAVES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN AND WITH SEVERE GREASE DROPLETS THROUGHOUT. ALSO, OBSEVRED DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER ALL THE MICROWAVE UNITS ON SITE. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

6-202.11: OBSERVED A BLOWN OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE CLOSET NEAR THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED 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 issues
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

2-102.13: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 1, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Mar 20, 2024

Fail

7 recorded violations

notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(B): OBSERVED ALL OF THE MICROWAVES IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA NOT CLEAN AND WITH SEVERE GREASE DROPLETS THROUGHOUT. ALSO, OBSEVRED DEBRIS BUILD UP UNDER ALL THE MICROWAVE UNITS ON SITE. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 54Facility maintenance

Official wording

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

5-501.111: OBSERVED THE INDOOR GARBAGE ENCLOSURE DOWNSTAIRS FROM FACILITY NOT MAINTAINED. THE FLOORS WERE FILLED WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED ENCLOSURE.

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 issues
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

2-102.13: NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

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 issues
notedCode 59Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE. PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 03/13/2024 REPORT# 2590966 AS FOLLOWS: #49: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, AREAS BETWEEN FRYERS, WOKS AND STOVE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF STORAGE CONTAINERS, BOTTOMS AND TOPS OF PREP TABLES, ROLLING CARTS AND STORAGE RACKS. #55: STILL OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE, FOOD RESIDUE, AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY 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 finding
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14: OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE HALLWAY OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

5-204.12: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 problems
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

6-202.11: OBSERVED A BLOWN OUT LIGHT BULB IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE CLOSET NEAR THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED 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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 20, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint

Mar 13, 2024

Fail

11 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE HANDWASHING SINK NEAR THE HALLWAY OF THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA MISSING HANDWASHING SIGNAGE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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 problems
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED TWO LOW-TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINES IN USE NOT PROPERLY SANITIZING. SANITIZING STRENGTH OF SANITIZER (CHLORINE) IN BOTH DISHWASHING MACHINES WERE FOUND AT 0 PPM. MAINTEANCE ARRIVED ON SITE AND REPAIRED BOTH DISHWASHING MACHINES BEFORE THE CONCLUSION OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MUST MAINTAIN AND CHECK SANITIZER REGULARLY TO ENSURE THE EQUIPMENT IS WORKING PROPERLY. 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 problems
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PEST ACTIVITY. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 45 RAT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. THE FOLLOWING FLOORS WERE OBSERVED WITH RAT DROPPINGS: IN THE REAR DRY STORAGE CLOSET NEAR THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA, UNDER AND ON THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOODS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTEDELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. 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 insects
notedCode 54Facility maintenance

Official wording

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE INDOOR GARBAGE ENCLOSURE DOWNSTAIRS FROM FACILITY NOT MAINTAINED. THE FLOORS WERE FILLED WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED ENCLOSURE.

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 issues
notedCode 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED GREASE DROPLETS ON THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE WOK STATION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE VENTILATION HOOD CLEANED 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 issues
notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 10/11/2023, REPORT #2583217 #44: OBSERVED POTS, PLATES, PANS, AND BOWLS INCORRECTLY STORED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL ITEMS INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION FROM PREMISES. #49: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, AREAS BETWEEN FRYERS, WOKS AND STOVE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF STORAGE CONTAINERS, BOTTOMS AND TOPS OF PREP TABLES, ROLLING CARTS AND STORAGE RACKS. #55: OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE, FOOD RESIDUE, AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 finding
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED 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 issues
notedCode 14Food source and labeling

Official wording

REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO SHELLSTOCK TAG INSIDE OF A STORAGE CONTAINER OF OYSTERS, LOCATED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER NEAR THE DISHWASHING AREA. INFORMED MANAGER THAT TAG MUST REMAIN IN CONTAINER WITH SHELLSTOCK, UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE APPROVAL SOURCES OF SHELLFISH AND MAINTAIN TAGS FOR 90 DAYS ON PREMISES. MANAGER DISCARDED AND DENATURED APPROXIMATELY 15LBS AT $150. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005, 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.

More about food source, dating, or labeling problems
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE PIPES AND WALLBASES NEXT TO THE DEEP FRYER, IN THE FRONT PREP AREA NEAR THE REAR COFFEE/TEA PREP AREA AT THE REAR WTH GRIME AND GREASE BUILD UP. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE IN THE REAR DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE 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 problems
notedCode 58Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED

Inspector’s notes

NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON SITE THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATES AS REQUIRED: INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN.

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 issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 13, 2024 · Original Source

Complaint Re-Inspection

Oct 11, 2023

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 44Equipment and utensils

Official wording

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED POTS, PLATES, PANS, AND BOWLS INCORRECTLY STORED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL ITEMS INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION FROM PREMISES.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE, FOOD RESIDUE, AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE KITCHEN. 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.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, AREAS BETWEEN FRYERS, WOKS AND STOVE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF STORAGE CONTAINERS, BOTTOMS AND TOPS OF PREP TABLES, ROLLING CARTS AND STORAGE 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 problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 11, 2023 · Original Source

Complaint

Oct 4, 2023

Fail

8 recorded violations

notedCode 35Food temperature

Official wording

APPROVED THAWING METHODS USED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS BEING THAWED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL THAWING MUST OCCUR EITHER UNDER REFRIDGERATION OR RUNNING COLD POTABLE WATER.

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 temperature
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED ICE MACHINE IN KITCHEN PREP AREA TO HAVE PINK SLIME LIKE SUBSTANCE ON INTERIOR DRIPPING ONTO ICE(ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION). INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO DISCARD ICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.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 problems
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY TEN RAT DROPPINGS IN REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM CLOSEST TO DISH AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AREAS, AND INFORM PEST CONTROL SERVICE OF 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 insects
notedCode 44Equipment and utensils

Official wording

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED POTS, PLATES, PANS, AND BOWLS INCORRECTLY STORED. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO STORE ALL ITEMS INVERTED TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION FROM PREMISES.

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.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEST STRIPS/TESTING DEVICE ON SITE TO ADEQUATELY MEASURE THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE (160F) AFTER THE FINAL RINSE FOR HIGH TEMP DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005.

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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notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, AREAS BETWEEN FRYERS, WOKS AND STOVE, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, EXTERIOR SURFACES OF STORAGE CONTAINERS, BOTTOMS AND TOPS OF PREP TABLES, ROLLING CARTS AND STORAGE RACKS.

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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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notedCode 54Facility maintenance

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GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED GREASE SPILLED ON FLOOR NEAR GREASE CONTAINER. OBSERVED TRASH AND LITTER ON FLOOR OF TRASH AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN OUTSIDE WASTE GREASE AREA AND WASTE GREASE CONTAINER, AS WELL AS FLOOR. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B). CITATION ISSUED. (FOOD HANDLER CLEANED AREA DURING INSPECTION)

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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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notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE, FOOD RESIDUE, AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE KITCHEN. 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.

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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 4, 2023 · Original Source

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