INTERIOR LID OF THE COOKS LINE TWO DOOR COOLER IN POOR REPAIR WITH EXPOSED INSULATION. MUST REPLACE/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.
EXCESSIVE CLUTTER ON SHELVING THROUGHOUT THE FRONT CASHIER AREA. MUST CLEAN, REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND ORGANIZE ITEMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.
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.
LEAK FROM THE NOZZLE ON THE DISHWASHING AREA HAND WASHING SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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.
FLOOR UNDER THE STORAGE SHELVING AT THE DISH HAND WASHING SINK WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD AS MATTING FOR FLOORS THROUGHOUT.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INOPERABLE VENTILATION INSIDE THE WOMAN'S WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.
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.
EMPLOYEE ON SITE WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE. MUST PROVIDE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES.
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 6, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 15, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 15, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 12, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
WE CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND ON TOP OF CLUTTERED STORED UNNECESSARY ITEMS/UNUSED BROKEN FOOD EQUIPMENTS ETC;LOCATED AT REAR UNDERNEATH STAIRCASE NEXT TO SIDE EXIT DOOR AND APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON BASEMENT FLOOR AND ON TOP OF STORAGE SHELVINGS AND INTERIOR OF CABINET STORAGE UNITS AND INSIDE THE FURNACE ROOM ON TOP OF CLUTTERED STORAGE TABLE AND SHELVINGS.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE ALL RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
WALK-IN COOLER AND CHEST FREEZER LOCATED IN REAR COMMON AREA OF BUILDING, NOT SECURED. MUST PROVIDE LOCKS FOR UNITS TO PROTECT FOOD FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OR TAMPERING.
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.
4-904.11--INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT POTS/PANS STORED ON SHELF UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN PREP TABLES TO PREVENT CONTAIMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
4-602.13--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE TRAP,PREP TABLES,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREP COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES BEHIND THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS IN THE BASEMENT,AND DEEP FRYER.
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.
6-201.11--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER ESPECIALLY UNDER AND AROUND HEAVY COOKING EQUIPMENTS,DEEP FRYER,CHEST FREEZERS AND IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS/UNDERNEATH ALL DRY 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-303.11--OBSERVED BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB FOR LIGHT FIXTURE OVER THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BURNT-OUT LIGHT BULB AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 12, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 21, 2024
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDSOAP PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND IN THE MENS WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDSOAP 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF (TCS FOODS) INSIDE OF THE FOLLOWING COOLERS:THE KITCHEN 2-DOOR PREP LINE COOLER DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS.OBSERVED SLICED TOMATOES AT 58.9F,SHELLED EGGS AT 60.1F. THE (1) DOOR KITCHEN STAND-UP COOLER:MOZZARELLA CHEESE AT 56.8F,HOT DOGS AT 60.1F,COOKED GREEN PEAS WITH CARROTS AT 53.7F,AND BEEF AT 58.9F.MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 5#'S OF FOOD WORTH $50.00.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN ALL COLD (TCS FOODS) AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.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.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING COOLERS AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA:THE 2-DOOR PREP LINE COOLER DIRECTLY ACROSS THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 68.8F AND THE KITCHEN (1) DOOR STAND-UP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 58.2F.THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE (TCS FOODS) SUCH AS SLICED TOMATOES AND BEEF ETC.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAID COOLERS AT 41F OR COLDER AT ALL TIMES.MANAGEMENT IMMEDIATELY NOTIFIED REFRIGERATION REPAIR SERVICE.INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE UNTIL REPAIRED.THE SAID REFRIGERATION UNITS ARE TAGGED "HELD FOR INSPECTION" AT THIS TIME.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST INFESTATION ON THE PREMISES WITH OVER 500+ RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT.OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT (MICE)DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR AND STORAGE SHELFS BEHIND THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND ON FLOOR IN STORAGE IN CORNERS OF THE KITCHEN PREP AREA AND UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA AND ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND UNDERNEATH THE THE MILK REFRIGERATION COOLER OBSERVED (2) LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE KITCHEN STORAGE SHELF ABOVE THE CHEST FREEZER AND UNDERNEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS AND ON FLOOR AROUND A SPEAKER AT SMALL STAGE AREA IN CUSTOMER DINING ROOM AND APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE CLUTTERED STORAGE AREA NEAR THE REAR SIDE STAIRCASE AND SIDE EXIT DOOR ALSO,APPROXIMATELY 400 RODENT (MICE)DROPPINGS ON THE FLOORS UNDER AND AROUND THE BASEMENT CHEST FREEZERS AND ON TOP OF THE STORAGE SHELVES IN THE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA.OBSERVED (2) DEAD MICE ON GLUE BOARDS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE CHEST FREEZERS IN THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AND REMOVE ALL RODENT (MICE) DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED MANAGER ON DUTY WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE AND INVERT POTS/PANS STORED ON SHELF UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN PREP TABLES TO PREVENT CONTAIMINATION BEFORE USE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.
OBSERVED RUST ON THE WIRE STORAGE RACKS IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND STORAGE RUSTY SHELF UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN PREP TABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RUST AND REPAINT OR REPLACE THE SHELVES 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.
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A SMALL KNIFE PUNCTURE INSIDE THE WASH COMPARTMENT OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SO THAT IT IS SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE AND NO WATER LEAK.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE GREASE TRAP,PREP TABLES,FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE CHEST FREEZER AND PREP COOLERS,STORAGE SHELVES BEHIND THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS IN THE BASEMENT,AND DEEP FRYER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE CLUTTER/UNNECESSARY ITEMS BROKEN REFRIGERATION DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE MOPS,BROOMS CLEANING EQUIPMENTS OFF THE FLOOR AT LEAST 6" INCHES TO FACILITATE CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN THE KITCHEN EXHAUST HOOD/FILTERS TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF GREASE BUILD-UP 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.
OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE.INSTRUCTED TO SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING FOR ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.
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 21, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 3, 2023
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 3, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 31, 2023
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). NO 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.
4-501.11 OBSERVED THAT GASKET ON REACH UNDER FOOD PREP COOLER DOOR IS RIPPED AND BROKEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR GASKET
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LARGE NEON LIGHT OVER COOKING AREA NOT WORKING> MUST REPAIR
In plain English
Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 31, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 23, 2023
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED 4 LIVE ROACHES ON SITE; OBSERVED 15 RODENT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). NO 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.
4-501.11 OBSERVED THAT GASKET ON REACH UNDER FOOD PREP COOLER DOOR IS RIPPED AND BROKEN.
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.
4-602.13 OBSERVED INTERIOR OF COOLERS WITH HEAVY SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS IS CLEAN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 23, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 18, 2023
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 OBSERVED 5 LIVE ROACHES IN FACILITY AND 20 RODENT DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) NO 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.
4-602.13 OBSERVED INTERIOR OF COOLERS WITH HEAVY SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS IS CLEAN.
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.
4-501.11 OBSERVED THAT GASKET ON REACH UNDER FOOD PREP COOLER DOOR IS RIPPED AND BROKEN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 18, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 4, 2023
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK IN KITCHEN WITH SEPARATE FAUCET AND FILTER ATTACHED FOR DRINKING WATER. HAND WASHING SINK MAY NOT BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OTHER THAN HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION COMBINED WITH PREVIOUS VIOLATION
In plain English
Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.
OBSERVED PEST INFESTATION WITH LIVE ROACHES FOUND THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, INCLUDING IN THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM (5), IN THE KITCHEN (20), IN THE DINING ROOM (10), AND THE BASEMENT(7) AND MORE THAN 20 LIVE ROACHES FOUND IN PTRP_SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.
OBSERVED THAT GASKET ON REACH UNDER FOOD PREP COOLER DOOR IS RIPPED AND BROKEN.
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.
FLOOR THROUGH FOOD PREP AREA OBSERVED TO BE COVERED WITH GREASE AND DIRT
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.
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE AS REQUIRED; MUST PROVIDE. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION OF EMPLOYEES RESPONSIBILITY TO REPORT ANY ILLNESS TRANSMISSIBLE THROUGH FOOD.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 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.
OBSERVED VARIOUS TCS FOODS STORED AT INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 46-49 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD FOOD IS STORED AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED: 5 POUNDS OF CHICKEN, 8 POUNDS STEAK, 6 POUNDS HOTDOGS, 1/4 POUND LETTUCE, 1/4 GALLON SALSA, 1/4 POUND ONIONS WITH TOMATOES. 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.
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WORKING CONTAINER OF BLUE CHEMICAL NOT LABELED WITH COMMON NAME. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL WORKING CHEMICAL CONTAINERS WITH COMMON NAME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-015 CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED 3 COOLERS WITH INADEQUATE TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 47-49 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD HOLDING UNITS HAVE AN AMBIENT AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41 F AND BELOW. COOLERS TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED INTERIOR OF COOLERS WITH HEAVY SOIL AND DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE THE INTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS IS CLEAN.
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.