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3 inspections
License Re-Inspection
Jul 5, 2024
Pass
2 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REMOVE THE SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HAND WASHING SIGNAGE FROM THE ONE COMPARTMENT DUMP SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
NOTED FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT KEG WALK-IN COOLER WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. 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.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jul 5, 2024 · Original Source
License
Jun 20, 2024
Fail
5 recorded violations
notedCode 10Handwashing
Official wording
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector’s notes
MUST REMOVE THE SOAP, PAPER TOWELS AND HAND WASHING SIGNAGE FROM THE ONE COMPARTMENT DUMP SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA.
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.
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE SNEEZE GUARDS SURROUNDING THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA/COOKING EQUIPMENT AND OPEN COLD HOLDING UNITS THROUGHOUT THE FRONT PREP AREA.
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.
MUST REMOVE ALL PEELABLE PLASTIC BEING USED AS A PROTECTANT FROM INSIDE COOLER DRAWERS TO PREVENT PHYSICAL CONTAMINATION.
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.
MUST REMOVE ALL PILED CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL FROM THE REAR WALKWAY.
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
NOTED NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN BOTH WASHROOMS ON THE PREMISES. MUST PROVIDE.
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.