OBSERVED SOME PREP AREA COOLERS DOORS RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED/DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED/RIPPED COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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, Apr 22, 2026 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 15, 2026
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ACCUMULATED PINK SLIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE DRIPPING INTO ICE, ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE BY DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. ALL ICE INSIDE ICE MACHINE VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED.
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 SOME PREP AREA COOLERS DOORS RUBBER GASKETS RIPPED/DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST REPAIR/REPLACE ALL DAMAGED/RIPPED COOLERS DOOR RUBBER GASKETS.
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 ACCUMULATED DUST BUILD UP ON SOME PREP COOLERS CONDENSERS. MUST CLEAN COOLERS CONDENSERS 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 FOOD DEBRIS/FOOD SPILLS ON WALLS AT WEST PREP AREA BEHIND AND AROUND SINKS. MUST CLEAN 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 15, 2026 · Original Source
Complaint
May 8, 2025
Pass w/ Conditions
10 recorded violations
notedCode 14Food source and labeling
Official wording
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAGS FOR CLAMS ONLY DATING BACK 30 DAYS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE SHELLSTOCK TAGS ARE KEPT ON SITE FOR 90 DAYS. 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 LIQUIDS FROM RAW CHICKEN DRIPPING DIRECTLY ON RAW BEEF. RAW BEEF WAS SITTING DIRECTLY ON TOP OF OPEN BUCKET OF CELERY. MANAGER INSTRUCTED EMPLOYEE TO MOVE PAN OF RAW BEEF. EMPLOYEE PICKED UP RAW BEEF AND SAT RAW BEEF ON TOP OF OPEN CONTAINER OF CUT LEAFY GREENS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE RAW AND READY TO EAT FOODS ARE KEPT SEPARATE AND THAT RAW CHICKEN BE PLACED BELOW RAW BEEF. 1/4 POUND OF CELERY AND 1/2 POUND CUT LEAFY GREENS ($10) DISCARDED BY MANAGER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE BEEF IS COOKED TO 165 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
OBSERVED HOT WATER DISH MACHINE PROVIDING A FINAL UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE OF 150 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE FINAL UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE FOR DISHES REACHES 160 F. MANAGER CONTACTED TECHNICIAN TO REPAIR DISH MACHINE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025 CITATION CONSOLIDATED WITH PREVIOUS VIOLATION.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BUCKET OF CUT LEAFY GREENS STORED DIRECTLY ON TOP OF GARBAGE CAN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE UNPACKAGED FOOD IS PROTECTED FROM ENVIRONMENTAL SOURCES OF CONTAMINATION. 1 POUND CUT LEAFY GREENS DISCARDED ($5) PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.
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 CARDBOARD BEING UTILIZED AS SHELVING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND UTILIZE A NON-ABSORBENT AND EASILY CLEANABLE MATERIAL.
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 SOIL BUILD UP ON VARIOUS PIECES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT AND VARIOUS SINKS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH LIGHT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER 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.
OBSERVED VARIOUS CEILING TILES DAMAGED, STAINED OR MISSING IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE CEILING TILES.
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 FILTERS ABOVE GRIDDLE WITH AN ACCUMULATION OF DUST AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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, May 8, 2025 · Original Source
Recent Inspection
Jul 1, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 1, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Jun 21, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 21, 2024 · Original Source
Complaint
Jun 11, 2024
Fail
15 recorded violations
notedCode 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULB IN EXHAUST HOOD IN REAR PREP, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULB 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.
REQUIRED RECORDS AVAILABLE: SHELLSTOCK TAGS, PARASITE DESTRUCTION
Inspector’s notes
CONTAINERS OF SHELLSTOCK (BEAUSOLEIL OYSTERS AND CLAMS) LOCATED IN WALK IN COOLER CASE DOES NOT HAVE PROPER SHELLSTOCK TAG IDENTIFICAION. MUST MAINTAIN RECORDS, PROPERLY MARKED TAGS AND STORED THEM FOR 90 DAYS FROM DATE LAST ONE FROM BOX PREPARED OR SOLD. APPROXIMATELY 30LBS AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $450.00 OF SHELLSTOCK ITEMS WAS DISCARDED. 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 TCS COOKED FOODS SPRING ROLLS 53.3F, PORK & SHRIMP EGG ROLLS 55.6F, AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES, STORED ON THE CART NEAR DEEP FRYING EQUIPMENT IN REAR PREP AREA. 8LBS DISCARDED AT AN APPROXIMATE COST OF $ 75.00 ITEMS WAS DISCARDED. 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 IMPROPER COLDING HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF DUCK ON A PREP TABLE IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE DUCK IN THE PREP AREA RANGED 56.6F-58.3F PERSON IN CHARGE DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 2 WHOLE DUCKS APPROXIMATELY 12 LBS AT $65 PRODUCT DISCARDED. MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. PRIORITY 7-38-005, HAS BEEN COMBINED WITH ABOVE VIOLATION
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.
FROZEN CHICKEN, BEEF AND PORK IS THAWING AT ROOM TEMPERATURE IN REAR PREP ON DUNNAGE RACK. TCS FOOD ITEMS WERE STILL FROZEN INSTRUCTED THAT TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY (TCS) FOOD MUST BE THAWED: UNDER REFRIGERATION THAT MAINTAINS THE FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 41F OR LESS; COMPLETELY SUBMERGED UNDER RUNNING WATER AT A WATER TEMPERATURE OF 70F OR BELOW AND FOR A PERIOD OF TIME THAT DOES NOT ALLOW THAWED PORTIONS OF READY-TO-EAT FOOD TO RISE ABOVE 41F; PART OF A COOKING PROCESS; OR USING A PROCEDURE IF A PORTION OF FROZEN READY-TO-EAT FOOD IS THAWED AND PREPARED FOR IMMEDIATE SERVICE IN RESPONSE TO AN INDIVIDUAL CONSUMER'S ORDER.
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 SEVERAL LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS WITH DRY PRODUCTS. (RICE, SALT, SUGAR, AND MSG,) WITHOUT PROPER COMMON FOOD NAME MARKINGS. MUST LABEL BULK AND WORKING FOOD CONTAINERS WITH CONTENTS COMMON NAME. MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.
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
SEE VIOLATION #60
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 IN REAR PREP TONGS AND SERVING UTENSILS STORED DIRECTLY ON SOME FOOD WITH HANDLES IN CONTACT WITH THE FOOD. MUST REMOVE AND STORE ALL UTENSILS WITH THE HANDLES UP AND AWAY FROM DIRECT CONTACT WITH FOOD, IN-BETWEEN USAGE.
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 CUTTING BOARDS IN THE REAR AND FRONT PREP WITHPREP DISCOLORED, STAINED WITH DEEP CUTS. INSTRUCTED TO RESURFACE OR RE-PLACE 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.
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 OUTDOOR GREASE RECEPTACLE WITH GREASE ENCRUSTED ON THE UNIT AND THE AREA AROUND THE GREASE RECEPTACLE NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE RECEPTACLE AND AREA.
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.
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.
PREVIOUSLY CORE VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2583370 DATED 10/13/23 #39 OBSERVED COOKED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS PROPERLY AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. #49 OBSERVED ALL COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES.OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD BUILDUP ON HEAVY FYER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #55 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, BOXES, DIRTY COOKWARE, EMPLOYEE ITEMS, FURNITURE STORED THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SPACE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CORRECT VIOLATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION # 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, Jun 11, 2024 · Original Source
Short Form Complaint
Nov 15, 2023
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED ALL COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES.OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD BUILDUP ON HEAVY FYER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOKED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS PROPERLY AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, BOXES, DIRTY COOKWARE, EMPLOYEE ITEMS, FURNITURE STORED THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SPACE.
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 15, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 20, 2023
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 39Contamination
Official wording
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED COOKED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS PROPERLY AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 ALL COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES.OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD BUILDUP ON HEAVY FYER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, BOXES, DIRTY COOKWARE, EMPLOYEE ITEMS, FURNITURE STORED THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SPACE.
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 20, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 13, 2023
Fail
9 recorded violations
notedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED LARGE ICE MACHINE LOCATED IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM WITH BLACK AND PINK MOLD LIKE BUILD UP ON INTERIOR LID OF ICE BIN AND DRIPPING ONTO ICE USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE FOOD CONTACT SURFACE AND MAINTAIN. 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.
OBSERVED 20 DOZEN EGGS STORED IN HALLWAYS OF PREP AREA IN BOXES AND UNDER PREP TABLES AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES. NOTED TEMPERATURES BETWEEN 72.5F AND 80F, NOTED CRAB RAGOON APPROX 40LBS CRAB RANGOON @ 64F STORED ON PREP AREA TABLE. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F AND BELOW AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-005. CITATION CONSILDATED WITH VIOLATION #21. PIC VOLUNATRILY DICARDED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION.
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 APPROXIMATELY 75 SMALL AND LARGE LIVE BLACK FLIES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS OF FACILITY..., PREP, BAR, STORAGE, DISHWASHING AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. MUST ELIMINATE FLY ACTIVITY. 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 COOKED FOOD ITEMS STORED ON FLOOR INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS PROPERLY AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
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 FOOD HANDLERS THROUGHOUT PREP AREA WITHOUT HAIR RESTRAINTS. MUST PROVIDE.
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 ALL COOLING UNITS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH ACCUMULATED DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES.OBSERVED HEAVY ACCUMULATED GREASE AND FOOD BUILDUP ON HEAVY FYER EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO DEEP 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.
OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER, BOXES, DIRTY COOKWARE, EMPLOYEE ITEMS, FURNITURE STORED THROUGHOUT REAR PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESARY ITEMS, ORGANIZE, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SPACE.
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
OBSERVED 2 HANDSINKS LOCATED IN PREP AREA OBSTRUCTED. NOTED STRAINERS, SPOONS, BOWLS, EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF FOOD STORED INSIDE SINK BASIN DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED BLACK HOSE CONNECTED TO FAUCET NECK TO PROVIDE WATER AT WOK COOKING STATION. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE. HANDSINKS SHOULD BE ACCESSIBLE AND USED ONLY FOR HANDWASHING. MUST MAINTAIN. PIC REMOVED ITEMS AND REMOVED HOSE DURING THIS TIME PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.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 THE FOLLOWING HOT TCS FOOD ITEMS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THEY ARE AS FOLLOWS... APPROXIMATELY 8 LBS PORK BELLY @77.0F, 40 LBS COOKED DUCK @80-86.7F, 10 LBS BBQ PORK @80F, EGG ROLLS @77.4F,AND 150 LBS CHICKEN RANGING BETWEEN 90-105F. INSTRUCTED TO HOLD ALL HOT TCS FOODS @135 F OR HIGHER AND MAINTAIN. PIC VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED AND DENATURED ALL SAID ITEMS. 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.