Canvass
Jun 9, 2025
Out of Business
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 9, 2025 · Original Source
Restaurant · Chicago, IL
Tony's Famous Steak & Lemonade
1642 W 79th St
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7 inspectionsCanvass Re-Inspection
Nov 8, 2024
Pass
0 recorded violations
No violations recorded in this inspection.
Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 8, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Nov 6, 2024
Fail
3 recorded violations
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, ALL REACH-AND & PREP COOLERS, GRILL TABLE, LEGS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND TABLES,ALL SHELVING UNITS.
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
6-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS AND WALLS IN LOBBY AND PREP AREA.
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 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B:4) PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590492 3/5/24 NOT CORRECTED #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP FROM ROLLING CART, FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES OF FRYER.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER & COOLERS AND FLOOR DRAIN IN REAR PREP AREA. (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.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Nov 6, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 30, 2024
Fail
6 recorded violations
notedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11 (A;B;D) : MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON PREP TABLES AND DISH RACKS
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, ALL REACH-AND & PREP COOLERS, GRILL TABLE, LEGS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND TABLES,ALL SHELVING UNITS. DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM GLASS CHEST FREEZER
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 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
5-501.15 : OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON GROUND AROUND GREASE CONTAINER. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD FROM THE GROUND AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES, FLOOR TILES NEAR FLOOR GREASE TRAP AND SECURE GREASE TRAP IN FLOOR.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590492 3/5/24 NOT CORRECTED #47-4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. #49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP FROM ROLLING CART, FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES OF FRYER.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER & COOLERS AND FLOOR DRAIN IN REAR PREP AREA. (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.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 30, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass Re-Inspection
Oct 28, 2024
No Entry
16 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 Inspector Comments: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
2-101.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (ITALIAN BEEF, PASTA SAUCE, CHICKEN & FISH)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 12:40 P.M.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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 28Chemicals
Official wording
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
7-206.13(B) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM CEILINGS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS MUST BE REMOVED.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
4-204.112(B) Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR SLIDING GLASS REACH-IN COOLER
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK BINS, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, SHAKERS) 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
6-501.111 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 50 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN BETWEEN AND ON TOP OF UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AT THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND THE MOTOR OF THE GLASS BREAD COOLER. ALSO APPX. 100 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES CRAWLING IN FLOOR DRAINS IN THE WASHING AREA, ON WALLS, CEILINGS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, DISHES, GARBAGE CANS, ETC., THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, INCLUDING THE TOILET ROOM.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/18/24.(PRIORITY 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 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON PREP TABLES.
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 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
3-304.12 Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE SCOOPS STORED DOWN INSIDE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND STORE PROPERLY TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
4-903.11 (A;B;D) Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON PREP TABLES AND DISH RACKS
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, ALL REACH-AND & PREP COOLERS, GRILL TABLE, LEGS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND TABLES. DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM GLASS CHEST FREEZER
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 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WATER LINE CONNECTION AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
5-501.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND FOOD BOXES THROWN ON GROUND AROUND GREASE CONTAINER. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD BOXES FROM THE GROUND AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
6-201.17 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS AND WALLS IN LOBBY AND PREP AREA.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590492 3/5/24 NOT CORRECTED #47-4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON REAR 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP FROM ROLLING CART, FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES OF FRYER.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP IN LOWER WALL BASE UNDER 3- 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. #55-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DIRTY LIGHT SHIELDS IN FRONT PREP AREA.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER & COOLERS AND FLOOR DRAIN IN REAR PREP AREA. (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.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 28, 2024 · Original Source
Canvass
Oct 18, 2024
Fail
16 recorded violations
notedCode 1Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES
Inspector’s notes
PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
More about paperwork, training, or posting issuesnotedCode 2Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED, HANDLED, AND SERVED, SUCH AS (ITALIAN BEEF, PASTA SAUCE, CHICKEN & FISH)MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER ARRIVED ON SITE AT 12:40 P.M.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)
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 28Chemicals
Official wording
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED SEVERAL FLY STRIPS HANGING FROM CEILINGS IN PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS MUST BE REMOVED.
In plain English
Cleaning products, pesticides, or other chemicals were stored or labeled in a way that could let them get into food. This is serious because chemical contamination can make people sick quickly.
More about chemicals stored or used unsafelynotedCode 36Equipment and utensils
Official wording
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
Inspector’s notes
MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR SLIDING GLASS REACH-IN COOLER.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 37Food source and labeling
Official wording
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector’s notes
MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (BULK BINS, SQUEEZE BOTTLES, SHAKERS) 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.
More about food source, dating, or labeling problemsnotedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 50 OR MORE LIVE ROACHES CRAWLING IN BETWEEN AND ON TOP OF UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AT THE FRONT SERVICE COUNTER AND THE MOTOR OF THE GLASS BREAD COOLER. ALSO APPX. 100 OR MORE LIVE SMALL FLIES CRAWLING IN FLOOR DRAINS IN THE WASHING AREA, ON WALLS, CEILINGS, FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS, DISHES, GARBAGE CANS, ETC., THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES, INCLUDING THE TOILET ROOM.MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/18/24.(PRIORITY 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 41Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED
Inspector’s notes
MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE ON PREP TABLES.
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 43Equipment and utensils
Official wording
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REMOVE SCOOPS STORED DOWN INSIDE BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND STORE PROPERLY TO PREVENT CROSS-CONTAMINATION.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 44Equipment and utensils
Official wording
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector’s notes
MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON PREP TABLES AND DISH RACKS.
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.
More about equipment or utensil issuesnotedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3-DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, PREP TABLES, ALL REACH-AND & PREP COOLERS, GRILL TABLE, LEGS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND TABLES. DEFROST ICE BUILD UP FROM GLASS CHEST FREEZER.
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
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY WATER LINE CONNECTION AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 54Facility maintenance
Official wording
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED OUTSIDE GREASE CONTAINER ENCRUSTED WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP AND FOOD BOXES THROWN ON GROUND AROUND GREASE CONTAINER. MUST REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD BOXES FROM THE GROUND AND CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE AREA.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS AND DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS AND WALLS IN LOBBY AND PREP AREA.
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 56Facility maintenance
Official wording
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON HOOD AND FILTERS AT COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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.
More about building upkeep issuesnotedCode 60Other
Official wording
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector’s notes
PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2590492 3/5/24 NOT CORRECTED #47-4-501.11 : MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON REAR 2-DOOR REACH IN COOLER.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP FROM ROLLING CART, FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES OF FRYER.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP IN LOWER WALL BASE UNDER 3- 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. #55-201.17 : MUST CLEAN DIRTY LIGHT SHIELDS IN FRONT PREP AREA.#55- 6-501.13 : MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER & COOLERS AND FLOOR DRAIN IN REAR PREP AREA. (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.
More about other findingOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Oct 18, 2024 · Original Source
License
Mar 5, 2024
Pass w/ Conditions
7 recorded violations
notedCode 38Pests
Official wording
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
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 47Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector’s notes
MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT LOWER RAW WOOD SHELVING UNIT NEAR WALL AT SERVICE COUNTER.
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
MUST PROVIDE A LID ON GARBAGE CAN IN TOILET ROOM.
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 3Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)
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 49Cleaning and sanitizing
Official wording
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector’s notes
MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM ROLLING CART, FRYER CABINETS AND WHEEL BASES OF FRYER.
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
MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE & NOT IN PLACE TILE IN FRONT PREP AREA,GAP IN LOWER WALL BASE UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 58Permits, training, and postings
Official wording
ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector’s notes
OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 issuesOfficial record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2024 · Original Source