Canvass
Feb 18, 2026
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 18, 2026 · Original Source
Long Term Care · Chicago, IL
Southview Manor
3311 S Michigan Ave
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9 inspectionsComplaint Re-Inspection
Mar 21, 2025
Pass
3 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED THE PIPE NEAR THE BOOSTER UNDER THE DISHWASHING MACHINE PROFUSELY LEAKING WATER CREATING A POOL OF WATER IN THE MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.18: OBSERVED THE TOILET SEATS IN ONE OF THE TOILET ROOMS IN THE DINING AREA WITH URINE. INSTRUCTED 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE DISHWASHING MACHINE AND UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO, OBSERVED THE FLOORS SURROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE IN THE PREP AREA WITH TRASH AND IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER AND CLEAN FLOORS.
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, Mar 21, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint Re-Inspection
Mar 19, 2025
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED THE PIPE NEAR THE BOOSTER UNDER THE DISHWASHING MACHINE PROFUSELY LEAKING WATER CREATING A POOL OF WATER IN THE MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.18: OBSERVED THE TOILET SEATS IN ONE OF THE TOILET ROOMS IN THE DINING AREA WITH URINE. INSTRUCTED 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-501.12: OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE DISHWASHING MACHINE AND UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO, OBSERVED THE FLOORS SURROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE IN THE PREP AREA WITH TRASH AND IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER AND CLEAN FLOORS.
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 problemsnotedCode 59Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE FROM REPORT#2613606 DATED ON 03/12/2025 FOLLOWS: #38: STILL OBSERVED LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY AND SMALL FLY ACTIVITY. 4 LIVE ROACHES (BIG AND SMALL) OBSERVED IN THE CREVICES OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE UNIT AND APPROXIMATELY 3 SMALL FLIES UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE DISHWASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE ROACH AND SMALL FLY ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090, CITATION ISSUED
In plain English
An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 19, 2025 · Original Source
Complaint
Mar 12, 2025
Fail
7 recorded violations
notedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE, WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. COPIES OF THE CERTIFICATE WAS PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE WITH THE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES, WHILE OPEN AND OPERAING. 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 16Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITHOUT SANITIZER IN THE BASIN FULL OF DISHES, AS REQUIRED BY THE CODE. THERE WAS NO SANITIZER ON SITE AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ALWAYS TO SET UP ALL THE BASINS FOR THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WASHING DISHWARE. THE DISHWASHING MACHINE WILL BE UTILIZED TO WASH DISHWARE, UNTIL SANITIZER IS ON SITE. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25-30 LIVE SMALL FLIES, 1 LIVE ROACH, AND APPROXIMATELY 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON SITE DURING THE INSPECTION. THE SMALL FLIES WERE OBSERVED FLYING AROUND THE FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING/DRY STORAGE AREA AND ON THE WALLS NEAR THE DISHWASHING MACHINE ESPEICALLY UNDER THE DRAIN BOARD. THE LIVE ROACH WAS OBSERVED ON THE DISHWASHING MACHINE. THE MICE DROPPINGS WERE FOUND ALONG THE FLOORS AND CREVICES IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE SMALL FLY AND LIVE ROACH ACTIVITY. ALSO, REMOVE MICE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED SURFACES. RECOMMEND CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE WASH AND RINSE GAUGES ON THE DISHWASHING MACHINE NOT MOVING TO DISPLAY THE TEMPERATURES DURING THE WASH AND RINSE CYCLE. INSTRUCTED THE MANAGER A WAREWASHING MACHINE SHALL BE EQUIP WITH A TEMPERATURE MEASURING DEVICE THAT INDICATES THE TEMPERATURE OF THE WATER IN EACH WASH AND RINSE TANK. 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE PIPE NEAR THE BOOSTER UNDER THE DISHWASHING MACHINE PROFUSELY LEAKING WATER CREATING A POOL OF WATER IN THE MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE TOILET SEATS IN ONE OF THE TOILET ROOMS IN THE DINING AREA WITH URINE. INSTRUCTED 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED STANDING WATER ON THE FLOOR NEAR THE DISHWASHING MACHINE AND UNDER THE DRAINBOARD OF THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. ALSO, OBSERVED THE FLOORS SURROUNDING THE ICE MACHINE IN THE PREP AREA WITH TRASH AND IN NEED OF CLEANING. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STANDING WATER AND CLEAN FLOORS.
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, Mar 12, 2025 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 16, 2024
Pass
4 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: OBSERVED WHITE FOOD STORAGE BINS IN THE FOOD STORAGE CLOSET NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD ITEMS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP-FRYING UNIT WITH SEVERE GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE AND 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED WHEN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS DRAINED, WATER RUSHES OUT AND BUILD UP IN METAL DRAINING UNIT ATTACHED TO DRAINPIPE AND MAKES WATER SPILL OUT ON TO DISHWASHING FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SINK, SO WATER DOES NOT GET ON FLOOR WHEN DRAINED AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.11: OBSERVED THE FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA MISSING GROUT, DAMAGED WALL TILES NEAR THE ICE MACHINE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND DAMAGED WALL BASES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL SO SURFACES ARE 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 16, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Apr 12, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12: OBSERVED WHITE FOOD STORAGE BINS IN THE FOOD STORAGE CLOSET NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODN ITEMS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
5-205.15: OBSERVED WHEN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS DRAINED, WATER RUSHES OUT AND BUILD UP IN METAL DRAINING UNIT ATTACHED TO DRAIN PIPE AND MAKES WATER SPILL OUT ON TO DISHWASHING FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SINK, SO WATER DOES NOT GET ON FLOOR WHEN DRAINED AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.112: OBSERVED A STICKY TRAP STORED UNDER THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE FILLED WITH SMALL FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH A NEW TRAP TO KEEP TRACK OF NEW ACTIVITY.
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 insectsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C): OBSERVED THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP-FRYING UNIT WITH SEVERE GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE AND 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.11: OBSERVED THE FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT DISHWASHING/ FOOD PREP AREA MISSING GROUT, DAMAGED WALL TILES NEAR THE ICE MACHINE IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND DAMAGED WALL BASES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND SEAL SO SURFACES ARE 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Apr 12, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Apr 5, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WHITE FOOD STORAGE BINS IN THE FOOD STORAGE CLOSET NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOODN ITEMS NOT IN THEIR ORIGINAL PACKAGING 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE LOWER COMPARTMENT OF THE DEEP-FRYING UNIT WITH SEVERE GREASE BUILD UP AND NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GREASE AND 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage
Official wording
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED WHEN THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IS DRAINED, WATER RUSHES OUT AND BUILD UP IN METAL DRAINING UNIT ATTACHED TO DRAIN PIPE AND MAKES WATER SPILL OUT ON TO DISHWASHING FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR SINK, SO WATER DOES NOT GET ON FLOOR WHEN DRAINED AND MAINTAIN.
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 problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A STICKY TRAP STORED UNDER THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE FILLED WITH SMALL FLIES. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE WITH A NEW TRAP TO KEEP TRACK OF NEW ACTIVITY.
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 insectsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED THE MEN'S LOCKER ROOM CLUTTERED WITH EQUIPMENT AND STANDING UNDER THE DRAINBAORD OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE AND UNDER THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO DELCUTTER AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM MENTIONED AREAS.
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, Apr 5, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 13, 2023
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM FOR STAFF USE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL RESTROOM'S FOR FEMALE USE.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED HOLES IN WALL IN DRY STORAGE ROOM AND ALONG HALLWAY LEADING TO EATING AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 13, 2023 · Original Source
Canvass
Nov 6, 2023
Fail
4 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT OUT KITCHEN AREA IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: UNUSED STEAM TABLE IN CORNER NEAR ELEVATOR, BEHIND CAN HOLDER IN DRY STORAGE AREA CORNERS. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AREAS, AND INFORM PEST CONTROL OF ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about signs of rodents or insectsnotedCode 48Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE TEST STRIPS/DEVICE FOR MEASURING SURFACE TEMPERATURE (165F MIN) FOR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-005.
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 problemsnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED BUILD UP OF GREASE AND WATER DAMAGE ON CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO CLEAN/OR REPLACE 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.
More about cleaning or sanitizing problemsnotedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN WOMEN'S RESTROOM FOR STAFF USE. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE IN ALL RESTROOM'S FOR FEMALE USE.
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, Nov 6, 2023 · Original Source