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The full inspection history
7 inspections
Complaint
Mar 17, 2026
Pass
6 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DEAD ROACHES AT THE BOTTOM OF A FREEZER UNIT ON A LEDGE CONNECTED TO THE UNIT; INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AREA. CORRECTED ON SITE.
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
INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL FOOD ITEMS FROM THE FLOOR INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (FRYERS, BURNERS, BOILERS, RICE COOKERS, FLOOR MIXER AND REFRIGERATION UNITS). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE BOTTOM OF THE FRYER IN THE KITCHEN TO REMOVE GREASE, CLEAN INSIDE OF REFRIGERATION AND FREEZER UNITS AND SHELVES INSIDE OF UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CAN OPENER BLADE AT THE PREP TABLE IN 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.
INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND ALL KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, CLEAN WALLS AND PIPES AROUND AND ABOVE EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN INTERIORS OF LIGHT SHIELDS WHERE NEEDED AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS TO REMOVE 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
THE VENTILATION SYSTEM ABOVE THE ROASTER OVEN IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA IS IN NEED OF CLEANING; CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. SERVICE SCHEDULED FOR THIS WEEK.
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, Mar 17, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 3, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
8 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C).
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 HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES FOR TCS FOODS. FOUND CHICKEN (109.0F), PORK (85.1F), AND RIBS (89.0F) IN THE FRONT DISPLAY HOT HOLDING UNIT. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 20LBS WORTH OF PRODUCT AT $130. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD HOT TCS FOODS AT 135F OR ABOVE. 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 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER, 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.
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 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 NO COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR PROPER DISPOSAL OF SANITARY NAPKINS IN REAR EMPLOYEE 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.
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, Jun 3, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Feb 19, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
6 recorded violations
notedCode 21Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES FOR TCS FOODS. FOUND CHICKEN (110.0F), PORK (80.1F), RIBS (99.0F) IN THE FRONT DISPLAY HOT HOLDING UNIT. ALSO OBSERVED FRIED CHICKEN WINGS AT 99.0F-125.6F IN THE HOT HOLDING UNIT NEA THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER. MANAGER VOLUNTARILY DISCARD APPROXIMATELY 15LBS WORTH OF PRODUCT AT $125. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD HOT TCS FOODS AT 135F OR ABOVE. 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 AN OPENING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE REAR EXIT DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF MENTIONED DOOR 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 METAL BOWLS BEING USED TO TRANSFER RICE. INSTRUCTED TO USE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES TO TRANSFER FOOD ITEMS 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.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED DRIED GREASE DROPLETS ON THE VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Nov 4, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.11: OBSERVED BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS STORED UNDER THE REAR FOOD PREP TABLE WITH NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER MENTIONED CONTAINERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11(A;C): OBSERVED A STACK OF SHEET TRAYS STORED ON THE FLOOR ON THE SIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. SHEET ARE USED FOR COOKING AND AS LIDS FOR BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD SURFACE UTENSILS ON THE FLOOR 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.
4-101.17: OBSERVED WOOD BEING USED TO ELEVATE THE BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS UNDER THE REAR FOOD PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT WITH FOOD GRADE PAINT TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
6-501.13: OBSERVED DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MENTIONED FLOORS 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, Nov 4, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Oct 28, 2024
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 21Food temperature
Official wording
PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. FOUND 6 CHICKEN WINGS AT 92.0F FOUND INSIDE THE FRONT HOT HOLDING UNIT. APPROXIMATELY 8LBS AT $10 WORTH OF PRODUCT DISCARDED. INSTRUCTED ALL HOT HOLDING FOODS MUST BE 135 OR ABOVE AT ALL TIMES. 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS. FOUND A STRAINER FILLED WITH RAW CHICKEN FEET ON THE DRAINBOARD OF THE REAR SERVICE SINK AT 61.2F. ALSO, FOUND TWO BOWLS OF A PORK, DUMPLING MIXTURE NEAR THE DUMPLING PREP AREA TEMPERATURES RANING 56.2F-74.0F. APPROXIMATELY 13LBS AT $75 DISCARDED AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION ISSUED WITH VIOLATION #21.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS STORED UNDER THE REAR FOOD PREP TABLE WITH NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED TO COVER MENTIONED CONTAINERS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.
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.
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A STACK OF SHEET TRAYS STORED ON THE FLOOR ON THE SIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. SHEET ARE USED FOR COOKING AND AS LIDS FOR BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS. INSTRUCTED TO REFRAIN FROM STORING FOOD SURFACE UTENSILS ON THE FLOOR 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 WOOD BEING USED TO ELEVATE THE BULK DRY INGREDIENT CONTAINERS UNDER THE REAR FOOD PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT WITH FOOD GRADE PAINT TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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 DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND ON THE FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MENTIONED FLOORS 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 PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 05/10/2024, REPORT # 2594346: #36: 4-204.112(B): OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THE HOT HOLDING UNITS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. #49: 4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE OUTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND THE COLD HOLDING UNITS (THE HINGES OF THE DOORS AND THE DOORS OF THE EQUIPMENT) WITH FOOD ENCRUSTED AND NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MENTIONED EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN. #55: 6-201.11: OBSERVED MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, AND REAR DOUGH/ BAKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL FLOORS TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. #55: 6-501.12: OBSERVED THE WALLS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA WITH DRIED FOOD SPLATTERS AND NOT CLEAN, ESPECIALLY NEAR THE COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE VENTILATION HOOD AND HANDWASHING SINK IN MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN MENTIONED WALLS. #58: 2-102.13: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFIATE FOR FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE ALLERGEN COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MUST CORRECT ALL THE ABOVE VIOLATIONS. 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
3-305.12: OBSERVED BUCKETS OF BEANS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ATLEAST 6 INCHES OFF 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.
4-601.11(B): OBSERVED THE DOUGH ROLLING MACHINE STORED ON THE FOOD PREP TABLE NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN AND WITH FOOD ENCRUSTED IN THE EQUIPMENT. ALSO, OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE THE MICROWAVES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DOUGH ROLLING MACHINE MORE FREQUENTLY AND CLEAN THE MICROWAVES 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 MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, AND REAR DOUGH/ BAKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL FLOORS TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.
2-102.13: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFIATE FOR FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE ALLERGEN COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS 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, May 10, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
May 2, 2024
Fail
12 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. BOTH HOT AND COLD KNOBS WERE MISSING FROM SINKS AS WELL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BOTH KNOBS AND RESTORE HOT AND COLD WATER AT THE MENTIONED HANDWASHING SINK. PRIORITY 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 TWO EMPLOYEES WASHING TWO BOWLS AND A PITCHER AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, WITHOUT SANITZING. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS SANITIZE DISHWARE AND SET UP 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, IN ORDER TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. MANAGER IMMEDIATELY HAD EMPLOYEE SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, RINSE, AND SANITIZE USING CHLORINE. PRIORITY 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS IN THE HOT HOLDING UNITS AT THE FRONT SERVICE/ PREP AREA. THE FOLLOWING FOODS WERE FOUND OUT OF COMPLIANCE AT THE HOT HOLDING UNIT ON THE SERVICE COUNTER: 5 CHICKEN WINGS (104.0F) AND RICE (100.0F). THE FOLLOWING FOOD ITEMS IN THE DISPLAY HOT HOLDING UNIT THAT WERE OUT OF COMPLIANCE WERE: BBQ PORK, BBQ DUCK, PORK INTESTINE, AND TRIPE ALL ITEMS TEMPERATURE RANGED 99.0-100.0F. MANAGER DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 80LBS AT $125 WORTH OF PRODUCT. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135F OR ABOVE. 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.
OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF COLD HOLDING FOODS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAS. FOUND A BOX OF CHICKEN BONES (USED FOR COOKING) STORED IN THE PREP AREA NEAR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AT 58.6F. FOUND 4 EGGS IN THE PREP COOLER ACROSS FROM THE VENTILATION HOOD RANGING 54-56.0F. FOUND A BASKET WITH 16 EGGS (RANGING 51-53.0F), BOWL OF PORK (51.0F) IN THE 3 SLIDING DOOR COOLER INTHE REAR PREP AREA. OBSERVED COOKED PORK IN THE A REFRIGERATOR IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREAR AT 51.2F. MANAGER DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 80LBS AT $180 WORTH OF PRODUCT. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005, CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH VIOLATION #21.
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 IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF HOT HOLDING UNITS AT THE FRONT SERVICE/ FOOD PREP AREA WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SALE. THE HOT HOLDING UNIT ON THE SERVICE COUNTER WAS FOUND AT 98.0F AND THE DISPLAY HOT HOLDING UNIT WAS FOUND AT 97.0F. THE HOT HOLDING UNITS ON THE SERVICE COUNTER WAS ADJUSTED AND ARE NOW MEETING COMPLIANCE AT THIS TIME. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING UNITS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE. 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.
OBSERVED APPROXIMATLEY 40 RAT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: IN THE REAR EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM, UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS IN THE WALK-IN FREEZER, NEAR THE DOUBLE DECKER OVENS, AND ON THE LEGS OF THE MIXER. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BUCKETS OF BEANS STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ATLEAST 6 INCHES OFF 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.
OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING CERTIFIATE FOR FOOD MANAGER ON SITE. INSTRUCTED ALL CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST TAKE ALLERGEN COURSE AND MAINTAIN RECORDS 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.
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 03/16/2023, REPORT #2572682 #49: CLEAN ALL BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS STORING FLOUR SUGAR ETC. #51: FOUND ONE MISSING FAUCET KNOB IN EMPLOYEE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FAUCET KNOB AT HANDSINK. #57: OBSERVED EXPIRED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING CERTIFICATES; MUST OBTAIN VALID CERTIFICATES. 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.
OBSERVED THE DOUGH ROLLING MACHINE STORED ON THE FOOD PREP TABLE NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT CLEAN AND WITH FOOD ENCRUSTED IN THE EQUIPMENT. ALSO, OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS INSIDE THE MICROWAVES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DOUGH ROLLING MACHINE MORE FREQUENTLY AND CLEAN THE MICROWAVES 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 MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA ESPECIALLY UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT, COLD HOLDING EQUIPMENT, AND REAR DOUGH/ BAKING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL FLOORS TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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.