CHICAGO, IL - Health inspectors documented violations at TWINSPOT during a routine inspection conducted on 04/10/2023.
The establishment operates from 447 E 63RD ST in CHICAGO, serving customers in this business area. Regular health inspections ensure food safety standards are maintained across all local establishments.
The inspection identified 8 distinct violations requiring correction. Each violation has established correction procedures that must be followed to achieve compliance.
The first violation concerned pest control. Inspectors documented: Thermometers Provided & Accurate - Comments: No Thermometers in Reach in Coolers. Instructed to Install and Maintain.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.
The second violation involved storage procedures. Inspectors documented: Food Properly Labeled. Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods.
The third violation involved food storage. Inspectors documented: Original Container - Comments: All Bulk Food Containers Must Be Properly Labeled with Commodity Name Intructed to Correct and Maintain.. Allergen cross-contact during storage can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals.
The fourth violation involved handwashing procedures. Inspectors documented: Wiping Cloths: Properly Used & Stored - Comments: the Use of Sponges Must Be Changed Frequently Instructed to Correct and Maintain. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.
The fifth violation concerned cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: All Cooking Equipment in Need of Cleaning to Remove All Food Spills and Build Up. Correct and Maintain.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces.
The sixth violation involved hand sanitation. Inspectors documented: Toilet Facilities: Properly Constructed, Supplied, & Cleaned - Comments: Unisex Washroom in Need of Covered Waste Can. Instructed to Install and Maintain.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.
The seventh violation involved hand hygiene and handwashing facilities. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Wall at Mop Sink in Poor Repair. Instructed to Correct and Maintain.. According to FDA guidelines, proper handwashing with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds is the single most effective way to prevent foodborne illness transmission. For more information, see FDA handwashing requirements. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands.
The eighth violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: All Storage Units Need to Be Atleast 6 Inches Off the Floor So Cleaning Maybe Done. Instructed to Corr. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Establishments receiving violations must submit correction plans and may face additional inspections. Failure to address violations can result in fines, permit suspension, or closure.
This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/10/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.
This inspection was conducted on August 21, 2025.
Chicago Department of Public Health
The following violations were documented: FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO LABEL ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS ON PREP TABLE AND ROLLING CART.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE RUBBER GASKET OF THE TWO DOOR COOLER ACROSS FROM THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN POOR REPAIR ON THE LEFT DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE EXTERIOR SURFACES OF THE FRYER AND GRILL AND BOTTOM AREA OF GRILL TO REMOVE GREASE AND FOOD PARTICLES. CLEAN ROLLING CART AND EXTEROR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS UNDER AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND SOME UNNECESSARY ITEMS IN A STORAGE ROOM IN THE REAR; INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN ROOM.; FOOD IN GOOD CONDITION, SAFE, & UNADULTERATED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL BAGS OF CHIPS GNAWED BY MICE AND DISPLAYED FOR SALE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED; FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN NOT LABELED WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR; RECOMMENDED INSTALLING A DOOR SWEEP.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SPILED CARDBOARD BOXES ON CHIP DISPLAY SHELVES. OBSERVED SOILED CARDBOARD ON SHELVING UNITS AND PREP TABLES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL SOILED CARDBOARD AND MAINTAIN.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED DAMAGED GASKET ON WALK-IN COOLER DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND GRILL, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE SHELVES, CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS.; PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FROM THE PIPE AT THE UTILITY SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING. OBSERVED COLD WATER HANDLE MISSING ON HAND WASHING SINK IN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.; TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE ALL UNUSED ARTICLES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALL UNDER SINK IN WASHROOM AND AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. OBSERVED DAMAGED BASEBOARDS AND WALL SURFACES IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION FOUND IN THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A VENT FAN TO ABSORB ODORS.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.; PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #2597105 ON 7-8-24:38-OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNITS UNDER TSHIRTS, BEHIND FRONT COUNTER, ON TOBACCO SHELVES, INSIDE CHIP TRAYS, ON BOTTOM OF PREP TABLES, ON TOP OF NACHO CHEESE CONTAINERS, ON BREADING CONTAINERS, ON CONDIMENT SHELVES, ON PALLETS, ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN FRONT COUNTER, PREP, DISH WASHING, STORAGE, WASHROOM AND OFFICE AREAS. OBSERVED LIVE MOUSE JUMPING ON SHELVING UNITS BEHIND FRONT COUNTER. OBSERVED NUMEROUS FLYING INSECTS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED; FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: FOUND BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN NOT LABELED WITH THE NAME OF THE PRODUCT INSIDE OF THE CONTAINER; INSTRUCTED TO LABEL AND MAINTAIN.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED RODENT ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. FOUND 70 OR MORE MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE UNUSED ICE CREAM FREEZER, IN THE REAR STORAGE ROOM, ON THE LOWER SHELF IN THE DISHWASHING AREA, ON THE POTATO CHIP STORAGE SHELF AND FLOOR UNDER THAT SAME SHELF AND ON THE SHELF WITH THE BOXED SUGAR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.; INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT THE BOTTOM; INSTRUCTED TO SEAL 1/4 INCH GAP AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR; RECOMMENDED INSTALLING A DOOR SWEEP.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING: EXTERIOR SURFACES OF FRYERS AND GRILL, INTERIOR BOTTOM OF FRYERS, INTERIOR OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE SHELVES, CAN OPENER BLADE AT PREP TABLE AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS.; PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FROM THE PIPE AT THE UTILITY SINK; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKING.; TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT WASHROOM DOOR; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON DOOR.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS AND WALLS AROUND AND BEHIND EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE PREP AREA, FRONT SERVING AREA AND REAR STORAGE AREA; INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE TILE WHERE NEEDED.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE HOODED SYSTEM ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NO MECHANICAL VENTILATION FOUND IN THE WASHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A VENT FAN TO ABSORB ODORS.; FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: FRYERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE KEPT IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUSTBE AIR DRYED FOR FUTURE USE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: SHELVES IN REACH IN AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN WITH HEAVY BUILD UP. BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL HEAVY BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL STORAGE UNITS NEED TO BE ATLEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR SO CLEANING MAYBE DONE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: VENTS IN WALK IN COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: FRYERS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL GREASE BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUST BE KEPT IN A CLEAN SANITIZING SOLUTION WHEN NOT IN USE. ALL WIPING CLOTHS MUSTBE AIR DRYED FOR FUTURE USE. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: LARGE CAN OPENER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DEBRIS CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: SHELVES IN REACH IN AND WALK IN COOLERS IN NEED OF REPLACING. WORN WITH HEAVY BUILD UP. BOTTOM OF PREP TABLE IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL HEAVY BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.; GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AND GREASE RECEPTICLES NOT MAINTAINED. GREASE OVER FLOWING TO SIDES OF CONTAINER, GARBAGE OPEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAINED CLOSED. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING UNDER AND AROUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. WALL IN REAR AREA BY MOP SINK IN NEED OF REPAIR. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN; ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: VENTS IN WALK IN COOLER AND REACH IN COOLER IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN; THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: NO THERMOMETERS IN REACH IN COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.; FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE PROPERLY LABELED WITH COMMODITY NAME INTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; WIPING CLOTHS: PROPERLY USED & STORED - Comments: THE USE OF SPONGES MUST BE CHANGED FREQUENTLY INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN; NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO REMOVE ALL FOOD SPILLS AND BUILD UP. CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: UNISEX WASHROOM IN NEED OF COVERED WASTE CAN. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WALL AT MOP SINK IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: ALL STORAGE UNITS NEED TO BE ATLEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR SO CLEANING MAYBE DONE. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.; ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING - Comments: NO FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATES ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN..
Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces. Improper storage can lead to cross-contamination between raw and ready-to-eat foods. Allergen cross-contact during storage can trigger severe reactions in sensitive individuals. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands. Inadequate sanitization allows bacteria to survive and multiply on food contact surfaces. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands. Cross-contamination from raw foods to ready-to-eat items often occurs through unwashed hands. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.
This inspection data is sourced directly from Chicago Department of Public Health. For the most current information, please visit the official health department website.
Federal Guidelines: Our reporting follows standards established by the FDA Food Code, CDC Food Safety Guidelines, and USDA Food Safety Standards.
📖 Food Safety Codes: Reference the specific regulations that govern this establishment: Chicago Food Code, FDA Food Code 2022
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