License
Jul 10, 2024
4 recorded violations
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED GAP GREATER THAN 1/4 INCH AT REAR ACCESS DOORS TO STAIRS AND ALLEY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RODENT PROOF BOTH DOORS THAT LEAD INTO THE BACK STAIRWELL.
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 insectsOfficial wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOR THE FOLLOWING PIECES OF EQUIPMENT: COFFEE BREWER/MAKER, ESPRESSO MACHINE, AND ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN THE PREPARATION AREA, AND UTILITY SINK LOCATED IN THE WOMEN'S BATHROOM CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ACCESSIBLE BACKFLOW DEVICE AT EACH CONNECTION TO ALL NOTED PIECES OF EQUIPMENT.
In plain English
The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.
More about water, plumbing, or sewage problemsOfficial wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID IN BOTH BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN EACH UNISEX OR WOMEN'S BATHROOM.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERED MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG FLOOR IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE BASEBOARD OR COVERING.
In plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 10, 2024 · Original Source