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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint
Jun 4, 2026
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING AND MAINTAIN: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, REFRIGERATION UNITS AND PREP TABLES. CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND SHELVES INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND WALK-IN COOLER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE KITCHEN WALLS, CEILINGS AND CEILING VENTS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
FOUND 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 4, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Mar 31, 2026
Pass
8 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM AS REQUIRED; INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF DOOR COMPLETELY 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.
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.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING AND MAINTAIN: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, REFRIGERATION UNITS AND PREP TABLES. CLEAN INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS, BOTTOM AREA OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND SHELVES INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND WALK-IN COOLER.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE KITCHEN WALLS, CEILINGS AND CEILING VENTS AROUND AND BEHIND KITCHEN EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS TO REMOVE DUST OBSERVED.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT TO REMOVE DUST AND GREASE.
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.
FOUND 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.
INSTRUCTED THAT ALL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN THE REQUIRED FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING. ONE CERTIFICATE ON SITE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 31, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Aug 25, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 22Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
NOTED IMPROPER INTERNAL TEMPERATURES OF THE FOLLOWING TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD ITEMS INSIDE THE FOOD DISPLAY COOLER. IMPROPER: CHICKEN 47.6 F AND EGG ROLLS AT 48.5F. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $60.00 THROUGH THE DENATURING PROCESS. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.
OBSERVED FOOD HANDLERS PREPPING FOOD WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED 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.
OBSERVED VARIOUS FOOD ITEMS STORED IN PLASTIC STORAGE TOTES IN THE FREEZER. 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.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP ON COOKING EQUIPMENT, WALLS, SURROUNDING FLOORS AND SHELVING UNITS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DEGREASE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED GREASE BUILDUP, FOOD DEBRIS, AND DIRT ON FLOOR UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP, DISH WASHING, AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS. OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FAN IN WALK-IN COOLER, LIGHT SHIELDS IN COOKING AREA AND CEILING AND WALL VENTS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL FANS, LIGHT SHIELDS AND CEILING/WALL VENTS.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 25, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Oct 10, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
6 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 IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND THE AREA NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. 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.
6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES: ON THE FLOORS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREAS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, IN AN OPENING BEHIND THE STOVE UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, INSIDE A PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD, AND ON THE SHELF UNDER THE POSBANK COMPUTER UNIT AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD ROACHES FROM FACILITY 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-307.11: OBSERVED THE ICE BIN AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COUNTER NOT COVERED, WHILE UNATTENDED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER MENTIONED ICE BIN 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.
4-601.11(B): OBSERVED SLIGHT BUILD UP ON THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE ABOVE THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY CLEAN ICE MACHINE 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.
6-201.11: OBSERVED DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE 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.
SUMMARY REPORT DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION FROM 10/02/2024, REPORT #2603923. NEW SUMMARY REPORT GIVEN AND POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(B), CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 10, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 2, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA AND THE AREA NEAR THE ICE MACHINE. 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.
OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES: ON THE FLOORS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREAS IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA, IN AN OPENING BEHIND THE STOVE UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, INSIDE A PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD, AND ON THE SHELF UNDER THE POSBANK COMPUTER UNIT AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COUNTER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DEAD ROACHES FROM FACILITY 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE ICE BIN AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVICE COUNTER NOT COVERED, WHILE UNATTENDED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER MENTIONED ICE BIN 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.
OBSERVED SLIGHT BUILD UP ON THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE ABOVE THE ICE. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY CLEAN ICE MACHINE 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 DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TO MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
OBSERVED NO EVIDENCE OF THE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER'S ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFICATE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROOF AND MAINTAIN ON SITE.
In plain English
A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.
OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 02/08/2024, REPORT # 2589363. #10: 6-301.14: STILL OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. 38: 6-501.112: STILL OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES ON THE STAIRS NEAR THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. #49: 4-602.13: STILL OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING WITH GRIME, ENCRUSTED GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, AND NOT MAINTAINED: THE CREVICES OF THE MICROWAVE, THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES. #55: 6-501.13: STILL OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAINED. ALSO, OBSERVED SERVERE FOOD DEBRIS EMBEDDED IN THE FLOOR MATS AND PIECES OF WHOLE MEATS ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN THE FLOOR MATS AND FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 2, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Feb 8, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES: ON THE STAIRS NEAR THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE FLOOR WHERE THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE STORED AT THE FRONT, AND ON THE WALL NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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 THE FOLLOWING WITH GRIME, ENCRUSTED GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, AND NOT MAINTAINED: THE CREVICES OF THE MICROWAVE, THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, THE METAL SHELVING UNIT WITH CLEAN SHEET TRAYS LOCATED IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE WALK-IN FREEZER, THE SHELVING UNIT WHERE THE BUTCHER CLEAVERS ARE STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES.
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 HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
6-301.14: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR FOOD PREP 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.
6-501.13: OBSERVED THE FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAINED. ALSO, OBSERVED SERVERE FOOD DEBRIS EMBEDDED IN THE FLOOR MATS AND PIECES OF WHOLE MEATS ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN THE FLOOR MATS AND FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 8, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Feb 1, 2024
Fail
8 recorded violations
notedCode 9Employee health and hygiene
Official wording
NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH RTE FOOD OR A PRE-APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURE PROPERLY ALLOWED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY TO EAT FOOD. FOOD HANDLER AT REAR PREP AREA, TOUCHED EGG ROLLS AFTER COMING OUT OF THE DEEP FRYER AND THEN PUT THEM INTO A BOWL. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS HANDLE READY TO EAT FOOD WITH GLOVES OR APPROPRIATE COOKING UTENSILS. APPROXIMATELY 4LBS AT $8 DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010, CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE BLACK SUBSTANCE BUILD UP ON THE INTERIOR PANEL ABOVE THE ICE IN THE INSIDE OF THE ICE MACHINE. ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MUST REMOVE BUILD UP, CLEAN, AND SANITIZE. 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.
OBSERVED THREE WHOLE, RAW CHICKENS HANG DRYING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE, IN THE REAR DISHWASHING/FOOD PREP AREA. THE TEMPERATURES OF THE TCS FOODS RANGED 49.0F-52.0F. INSTRUCTED ALL TCS FOODS MUST BE HELD AT A COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR BELOW. APPROXIMATELY 30LBS AT $120 DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005, CITATIONISSUED.
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 DEAD ROACHES IN THE FOLLOWING PLACES: ON THE STAIRS NEAR THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR TO THE REAR EXIT DOOR, ON THE FLOOR WHERE THE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE STORED AT THE FRONT, AND ON THE WALL NEAR THE HANDWASHING SINK NEXT TO THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD ROACHES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AFFECTED AREAS.
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.
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM IN THE REAR FOOD PREP 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.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK STORED IN A CONTAINER WITH NO SHELLSTOCK TAG, LOCATED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. INFORMED MANAGER THAT TAG MUST REMAIN ATTACHED TO CONTAINER UNTIL CONTAINER IS EMPTY. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE APPROVED SOURCES OF SHELLSTOCK AND MAINTAIN TAGS FOR 90 DAYS ON PREMISES. APPROXIMATELY 8LBS AT $85 DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. 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.
OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING WITH GRIME, ENCRUSTED GREASE, FOOD DEBRIS, AND NOT MAINTAINED: THE CREVICES OF THE MICROWAVE, THE SIDES OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD, THE METAL SHELVING UNIT WITH CLEAN SHEET TRAYS LOCATED IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NEAR THE WALK-IN FREEZER, THE SHELVING UNIT WHERE THE BUTCHER CLEAVERS ARE STORED IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL SURFACES.
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 FLOORS UNDER THE DEEP-FRYING UNITS UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD WITH GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAINED. ALSO, OBSERVED SERVERE FOOD DEBRIS EMBEDDED IN THE FLOOR MATS AND PIECES OF WHOLE MEATS ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN THE FLOOR MATS AND FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER 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.