Philly's Best

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THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AT SEVERAL COLD-HOLDING UNITS ALONG MAIN KITCHEN LINE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE INTERNAL AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN A CONSPICUOUS AND EASILY-VIEWABLE LOCATION IN ALL EQUIPMENT USED TO COLD-HOLD TCS FOOD ITEMS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL BULK DRY FOOD CONTAINERS WITH THE COMMON NAME OF THE FOOD STORED AND MAINTAIN.

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED OPEN CONTAINER OF FOOD STORED DIRECTLY NEXT TO HANDWASHING SINK AT THE REAR WAREWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO RELOCATE FOOD CONTAINERS OR PROVIDE SPLASH GUARD AT HANDWASHING SINK OR OTHER MEANS OF PROTECTING OPEN FOOD FROM SPLASH OR SPILLAGE 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.

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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

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OBSERVED SEVERAL HANDWASHING SINKS ON-SITE WITH SEALS BETWEEN HANDWASHING SINK AND WALL IN POOR REPAIR OR DEGRADED. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OR RE-SEAL ALL HANDWASHING SINKS TO ADJACENT WALL TO PREVENT SPLASH OR SEEPAGE BETWEEN SINK AND WALL 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.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED MOPS STORED WITH MOP HEADS IN CONTACT WITH WALL AT THE UTILITY SINK AREA WHILE DRYING. INSTRUCTED TO STORE MOPS SUCH THAT MOP HEADS DO NOT CONTAMINATE WALL, FLOOR, OR OTHER PHYSICAL FACILITY SURFACES WHILE DRYING 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.

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PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINER AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, OR USE TOBACCO THAT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN ALL EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ENCLOSED.

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS STORED DIRECRTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (CHILI FLAKES, FLOUR, SUGAR, SEASONING) STORED OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING CAP, BUT FUNCTIONAL; HANDWASHING SINK AT THE EMPLOYEE STORAGE/WALK-IN COOLER AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET SPRAYING WHEN ACTIVATED, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD 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.

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINER AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, OR USE TOBACCO THAT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN ALL EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ENCLOSED.

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS STORED DIRECRTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (CHILI FLAKES, FLOUR, SUGAR, SEASONING) STORED OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING CAP, BUT FUNCTIONAL; HANDWASHING SINK AT THE EMPLOYEE STORAGE/WALK-IN COOLER AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET SPRAYING WHEN ACTIVATED, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD 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.

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO PERSON-IN-CHARGE PRESENT WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PERSON-IN-CHARGE WITH CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON-SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

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.

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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO FOOD EMPLOYEE ON-SITE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE ON-SITE WHILE PREPARING TCS FOOD ITEMS (SANDWICHES, PIZZA, SALADS). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AT LEAST ONE FOOD EMPLOYEE WITH CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE AND DISPLAYED IN PUBLIC VIEW AT ALL TIMES OF FOOD OPERATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-012 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.

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PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EMPLOYEE DRINKING FROM OPEN BEVERAGE CONTAINER AT THE MAIN COOK LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE DESIGNATED AREAS FOR EMPLOYEES TO EAT, DRINK, OR USE TOBACCO THAT DOES NOT POSE RISK OF CONTAMINATION OF FOOD, CLEAN EQUIPMENT, OR UTENSILS AND MAINTAIN ALL EMPLOYEE BEVERAGE CONTAINERS ENCLOSED.

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.

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CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS STORED DIRECRTLY ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED SEVERAL DRY FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (CHILI FLAKES, FLOUR, SUGAR, SEASONING) STORED OPEN WITHOUT ADEQUATE OVERHEAD PROTECTION IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR AND ADEQUATELY PROTECTED FROM OVERHEAD AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

Inspector’s notes

SEE VIOLATION #60.

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.

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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES IN POOR REPAIR: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT THE UTILITY SINK MISSING CAP, BUT FUNCTIONAL; HANDWASHING SINK AT THE EMPLOYEE STORAGE/WALK-IN COOLER AREA IN POOR REPAIR, FAUCET SPRAYING WHEN ACTIVATED, BUT FUNCTIONAL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE LISTED PLUMBING FIXTURES AND MAINTAIN ALL PLUMBING FIXTURES IN GOOD 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.

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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES ON-SITE WITHOUT FOOD HANDLER TRAINING OR CERTIFICATES AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ALL FOOD HANDLING STAFF WITH APPROVED FOOD HANDLER TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE(S) ON-SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES.

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.

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PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING CORE VIOLATION FROM THE PREVIOUS COMPLAINT INSPECTION NOT CORRECTED AT TIME OF CURRENT COMPLAINT INSPECTION: #48 4-301.12 Missing sink stoppers at 3-comp sink, Instructed to provide. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING SINK STOPPERS AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND CORRECT ALL CORE VIOLATIONS BY THE ASSIGNED CORRECT BY DATE. 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.

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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

Inadequate lighting in walk-in cooler and freezer, Instructed to obtain.

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.

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PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES

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.

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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

No certified Food service manager on site while handling and serving TCS foods ( chicken, Beef...) Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.

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.

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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

Prep area hand wash sink in poor repair, leak noted at of drain line, Instructed to repair 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.

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PERSONAL CLEANLINESS

Inspector’s notes

Food handlers not wearing hair restraints, Instructed to wear.

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.

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WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

Inspector’s notes

Missing sink stoppers at 3-comp sink, Instructed to provide.

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.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

Clutter noted in kitchen area, unused cooking equipment, Instructed to remove 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.

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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON DUTY/SITE AT THIS TIME. PREMISES PREPARING, HANDLING AND SERVING TCS FOOD SUCH AS STEAK,CHICKEN AND GYROS. INSTRUCTED PIC THAT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOODSERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-38-012.

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.

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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE FRONT CEILING TILES AND AIR VENT COVERS DIRTY. MUST 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.

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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER AND PREP COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. ALSO CLEAN COUNTER TOP AND STORAGE SHELVING TO REMOVE DEBRIS.

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.