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Cafe Central
1437 W CHICAGO AVECHICAGO, IL 60642
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was this facility last inspected?
The most recent inspection was on 04/17/2025 FAIL .
What violations were found?
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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED BEEF STEW AT 44-57F, POTATO PUREE AT 44F, AND ROOT VEGETABLE PUREE AT 44F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
- and 5 other violation(s). See inspection history below for complete details.
Closure History
No closure records found for this facility.
Inspection History
Violations
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PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED BEEF STEW AT 44-57F, POTATO PUREE AT 44F, AND ROOT VEGETABLE PUREE AT 44F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS POTATO AND ROOT VEGETABLE PUREES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLERS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. OBSERVED APPROX. 100 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT HVAC CLOSET AND IN THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE OUTSIDE DOOR OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER, 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON THE PIPES BENEATH THE SINK AND EXTERIOR OF THE SINK BASINS, EXTERIOR OF THE STOVE AND EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER.
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PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE DRAIN LINE OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE BUILDUP OF GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, INSIDE OF THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC ALONG THE OUTSIDE OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER, ON TOP OF THE DISH MACHINE, AND GLUEBOARDS ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM THE GRILL WITH EXCESSIVE RUST AND HOLES IN THE SHLEF BELOW. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE PREP TABLE.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STOVES WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE. CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: 6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector Comments: 6-501.14 CLEAN THE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, INSIDE OF THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC ALONG THE OUTSIDE OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER, ON TOP OF THE DISH MACHINE, AND GLUEBOARDS ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: 4-602.13 CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER AND REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC THAT IS HOLDING DEAD COCKROACHES INSIDE. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STOVES WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE. CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: 6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
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ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED
Inspector Comments: 6-501.14 CLEAN THE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED
Inspector Comments: 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2595955 ON 6/7/24 NOT CORRECTED: 38 -OBSERVED SMALL PROGRESS ON CORRECTION OF VIOLATION; HOWEVER, STILL OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY AND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA (ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE DISH MACHINE, ON THE SHELF INSIDE OF THE DOORWAY TO THE FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE STOVE). ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT BEHIND THE OLD SIGNAGE AND ON TOP OF BUCKETS AND INSIDE OF PLASTIC CRATES STORED BEHIND THE OLD SIGNAGE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED.
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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY AND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES ON AND INSIDE OF THE HOLES IN THE WALL OF THE DISHWASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT BENEATH THE STAIRCASE AND AROUND THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED APPROX. 25 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS.
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ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR OF THE COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ONSITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ALONG WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE STORED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.
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FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR OF THE COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK INACCESSIBLE AT THE DISHWASHING AREA IN OPERABLE DUE IT LEAKING WHEN IT IS IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RENEW EVERY 3 YEARS.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MAINTAIN.
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FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER
Inspector Comments: NOTED A FEW PREPARED FOOD NOT LABELED INSIDE REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD ITEMS WITH THE NAME OF PRODUCT AND DATE IT WAS MADE.
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UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE CLEAN DISH AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVING COUNTER. MUST INVERT DISH AT THE STEAM TABLE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF THE CLEAN DISHES.
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NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN
Inspector Comments: NOTED THE FAN COVERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED
Inspector Comments: NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW.
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MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
Inspector Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-201.11.
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PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
Inspector Comments: NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-501.11.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE LOWER COMPARTMENT FRYER AND THE SIDE OF THE LARGE BURNERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP.
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON THE DUCT WORK ABOVE THE PREP AREA AND THE METAL BRACKETS HANGING FROM THE CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. -PAINT/SEAL THE RAW WOOD SHELVES ABOVE THE REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK (MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.) -REMOVE THE FOIL FROM THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CAN OPENER, INTERIOR OF THE OVENS, THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REACH IN COOLERS, THE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER ABOVE THE REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND THE EXTERIOR/KNOBS ON THE REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND REMOVE THE CARDBOARD FROM THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA .
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FILTERS ON THE REAR VENTILATION HOOD AND THE VENTS IN THE FRONT DINING AREA.
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VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PLACE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE REAR VENTILATION HOOD. THE DOUBLE GAS BURNER IS NOT COMPLETELY UNDER THE HOOD. MAINTAIN SAME.
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PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: INSTRUCTED TO HANG ALL MOPS UP TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AT ENTRANCE TO THE KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR.
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: HOLE IN THE CEILING OF THE MENS WASHROOM AND DAMAGED CEILING WITH PEELING PAINT AND PLASTER ABOVE THE ESPRESSO MACHINE. MUST SEAL/ REPAIR.
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LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Inspector Comments: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE COOKS LINE. MUST REPLACE.
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FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: FOUND BULK FOOD IN CONTAINER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. ADVISED TO LABEL ALL BULK FOODS AND MAINTAIN.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED WOOD SHELVING IN KITCHEN AREA WITH DIRT BUILDUP AND WITH EXPOSED RAW WOOD. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND CLEAN OR TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: OBSSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION IN BOTTOM OF FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED AS LINER ON THE FLOOR NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED WALL ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL BEHIND ATM WITH HOLES IN LOWER PORTION. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED TO CLOSE OFF VENT IN KITCHEN ON THE WEST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. FOUND FOOD PRODUCTS BEING STORED IN BASEMENT ALONG UNSEALED CONCRETE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SO WALL IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN BASEMENT UNDER EXPOSED CEILING WITH RAW WOOD AND PIPES RUNNING OVER HEAD. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SHIELD ABOVE FOOD PRODUCTS AND MAINTAIN.
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VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: OBSERVED KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK WITH NO SPLASHGUARD. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE HANDSINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO MAINTAIN.
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FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: Foods in cooler and bulk storage containers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Inspector Comments: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: Raw wood storage shelves in prep areas. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: Cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters, sinks, coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: Floor not maintained throught out premises. Instructed to detail clean and seal wooden floor under front counter.
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: Walls not maintained thorugh-out premises. Instructed to seal all openings and gaps in walls, basebaords, corners and ceiling. Walls in rear prep area not maintained. Instructed to repaint walls. Instructed to remove peeling paint from ventilation duct in rear prep area and seal and/or repaint. Ventilation and duct in prep area and above steam table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Inspector Comments: Light bulbs not shielded above coffee maker. instructed to shield bulb and installed end caps.
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VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: Backflow preventer not installed on coffee maker in front prep area. Instructed to install backflow preventer visible on coffee maker. Utility sink not provided on premises. Instructed to install utility with hot and cold running water. Cooking equipment not under ventilation. Instructed to extend exhaust hood or remove equipment thats not properly vented. Chicken roaster cooker not under ventilation. Instructed to have rotisserie under exhasut hood or provide specs for kilowatts.
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REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Inspector Comments: Thermometer not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: Supplies not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Inspector Comments: Hair restraints not provided for food handlers in prep area. Instructed to provided hair restraints for all food handlers.
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FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED
Inspector Comments: Foods in cooler and bulk storage containers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers.
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CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
Inspector Comments: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: Raw wood storage shelves in prep areas. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface.
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FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
Inspector Comments: Cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters, sinks, coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
Inspector Comments: Floor not maintained throught out premises. Instructed to detail clean and seal wooden floor under front counter.
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WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
Inspector Comments: Walls not maintained thorugh-out premises. Instructed to seal all openings and gaps in walls, basebaords, corners and ceiling. Walls in rear prep area not maintained. Instructed to repaint walls. Instructed to remove peeling paint from ventilation duct in rear prep area and seal and/or repaint. Ventilation and duct in prep area and above steam table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
Inspector Comments: Light bulbs not shielded above coffee maker. instructed to shield bulb and installed end caps.
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VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
Inspector Comments: Backflow preventer not installed on coffee maker in front prep area. Instructed to install backflow preventer visible on coffee maker. Utility sink not provided on premises. Instructed to install utility with hot and cold running water. Cooking equipment not under ventilation. Instructed to extend exhaust hood or remove equipment thats not properly vented. Chicken roaster cooker not under ventilation. Instructed to have rotisserie under exhasut hood or provide specs for kilowatts.
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REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
Inspector Comments: Thermometer not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers.
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PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
Inspector Comments: Supplies not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall.
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APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
Inspector Comments: Hair restraints not provided for food handlers in prep area. Instructed to provided hair restraints for all food handlers.
Raw Database Records
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
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| inspection_id | 11590 |
| inspection_date | 2025-04-17 |
| standardized_result | fail |
| original_result | Fail |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 22. |
| violation_description | PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOODS INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. OBSERVED BEEF STEW AT 44-57F, POTATO PUREE AT 44F, AND ROOT VEGETABLE PUREE AT 44F INSIDE OF THE PREP COOLERS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN ALL COLD FOODS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 33. |
| violation_description | PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER WITH AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 50F. THE COOLER WAS USED TO STORE TCS FOODS SUCH AS POTATO AND ROOT VEGETABLE PUREES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE COOLERS BELOW 41F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE BASEMENT. OBSERVED APPROX. 100 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR OF THE BASEMENT HVAC CLOSET AND IN THE REAR OF THE BASEMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | CLEAN THE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE OUTSIDE DOOR OF THE 2-DOOR PREP COOLER, 3-COMPARTMENT SINK ON THE PIPES BENEATH THE SINK AND EXTERIOR OF THE SINK BASINS, EXTERIOR OF THE STOVE AND EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 51. |
| violation_description | PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE DRAIN LINE OF THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 56. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE BUILDUP OF GREASE ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 53631 |
| inspection_date | 2024-06-21 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT |
| violation_comment | 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, INSIDE OF THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC ALONG THE OUTSIDE OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER, ON TOP OF THE DISH MACHINE, AND GLUEBOARDS ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 47. |
| violation_description | FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED THE PREP TABLE ACROSS FROM THE GRILL WITH EXCESSIVE RUST AND HOLES IN THE SHLEF BELOW. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE PREP TABLE. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | 4-602.13 CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STOVES WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE. CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | 6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 56. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED |
| violation_comment | 6-501.14 CLEAN THE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 57. |
| violation_description | ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING |
| violation_comment | 2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 52223 |
| inspection_date | 2024-06-18 |
| standardized_result | fail |
| original_result | Fail |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT |
| violation_comment | 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, INSIDE OF THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC ALONG THE OUTSIDE OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER, ON TOP OF THE DISH MACHINE, AND GLUEBOARDS ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DEAD INSECTS. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | 4-602.13 CLEAN THE EXTERIOR OF THE 2-DOOR FREEZER AND REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC THAT IS HOLDING DEAD COCKROACHES INSIDE. CLEAN THE INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF THE DEEP FRYER AND STOVES WITH ENCRUSTED GREASE. CLEAN THE PREP TABLES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | 6-501.11 REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 56. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED |
| violation_comment | 6-501.14 CLEAN THE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILDUP ON THE VENTILATION HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 57. |
| violation_description | ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING |
| violation_comment | 2-102.13 OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 59. |
| violation_description | PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED |
| violation_comment | 8-404.13(B)(3) PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2595955 ON 6/7/24 NOT CORRECTED: 38 -OBSERVED SMALL PROGRESS ON CORRECTION OF VIOLATION; HOWEVER, STILL OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY AND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA (ON THE FLOOR BENEATH THE DISH MACHINE, ON THE SHELF INSIDE OF THE DOORWAY TO THE FOOD PREP AREA AND INSIDE OF THE STOVE). ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT BEHIND THE OLD SIGNAGE AND ON TOP OF BUCKETS AND INSIDE OF PLASTIC CRATES STORED BEHIND THE OLD SIGNAGE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY THROUGHOUT. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. CITATION ISSUED. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 51299 |
| inspection_date | 2024-06-07 |
| standardized_result | fail |
| original_result | Fail |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 2. |
| violation_description | CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON THE PREMISES. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE TCS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED OR SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY AND EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED 3 LIVE COCKROACHES ON AND INSIDE OF THE HOLES IN THE WALL OF THE DISHWASHING AREA. ALSO OBSERVED APPROX. 50 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE BASEMENT BENEATH THE STAIRCASE AND AROUND THE WALLS OF THE BASEMENT STORAGE AREA. OBSERVED APPROX. 25 RAT DROPPINGS UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE FRONT FOOD PREP AREA. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE PREMISES. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | REPAIR THE OPENINGS IN THE WALLS OF THE FOOD PREP AREA, ESPECIALLY AROUND AND ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN THE WALLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 57. |
| violation_description | ALL FOOD EMPLOYEES HAVE FOOD HANDLER TRAINING |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEE WITHOUT A FOOD HANDLER CERTIFICATE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF TRAINING. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 60522 |
| inspection_date | 2023-11-29 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 47. |
| violation_description | FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR OF THE COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 59332 |
| inspection_date | 2023-11-22 |
| standardized_result | fail |
| original_result | Fail |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 2. |
| violation_description | CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT A VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ONSITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES. INFORMED PERSON IN CHARGE CITY OF CHICAGO ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED ALONG WITH THE CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE WHEN TIME AND TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY(TCS) FOODS ARE STORED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 47. |
| violation_description | FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED TORN/DAMAGED RUBBER GASKET ON DOOR OF THE COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE GASKET. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED ALL EMPLOYEES HOLDING CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGER CERTIFICATES MUST COMPLETE ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN RECORDS THEREOF ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 10. |
| violation_description | ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK INACCESSIBLE AT THE DISHWASHING AREA IN OPERABLE DUE IT LEAKING WHEN IT IS IN USE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 79492 |
| inspection_date | 2022-04-22 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. ALL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS MUST OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND RENEW EVERY 3 YEARS. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 115024 |
| inspection_date | 2019-07-02 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF GREASE ON EXTERIOR OF THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 55. |
| violation_description | PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED BUILD-UP OF GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT AND COOLERS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN MAINTAIN. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 124736 |
| inspection_date | 2018-08-28 |
| standardized_result | conditional_pass |
| original_result | Pass w/ Conditions |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 37. |
| violation_description | FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER |
| violation_comment | NOTED A FEW PREPARED FOOD NOT LABELED INSIDE REACH IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL FOOD ITEMS WITH THE NAME OF PRODUCT AND DATE IT WAS MADE. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 44. |
| violation_description | UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY STORE CLEAN DISH AT THE FRONT PREP/SERVING COUNTER. MUST INVERT DISH AT THE STEAM TABLE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION OF THE CLEAN DISHES. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 49. |
| violation_description | NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN |
| violation_comment | NOTED THE FAN COVERS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS DIRTY. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 58. |
| violation_description | ALLERGEN TRAINING AS REQUIRED |
| violation_comment | NO ALLERGEN TRAINING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 3. |
| violation_description | MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING |
| violation_comment | NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-201.11. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 5. |
| violation_description | PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS |
| violation_comment | NO CLEAN UP PROCEDURES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COMPLY WITH THE NEW CODES OR CITATIONS WILL FOLLOW. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #2-501.11. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 136075 |
| inspection_date | 2017-10-05 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 33. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE LOWER COMPARTMENT FRYER AND THE SIDE OF THE LARGE BURNERS TO REMOVE GREASE AND ENCRUSTED FOOD DEBRIS BUILDUP. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON THE DUCT WORK ABOVE THE PREP AREA AND THE METAL BRACKETS HANGING FROM THE CEILING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 157505 |
| inspection_date | 2016-10-13 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 32. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST FROM THE STORAGE RACKS INSIDE THE REACH IN COOLERS IN THE REAR PREP AREA. -PAINT/SEAL THE RAW WOOD SHELVES ABOVE THE REAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK (MAKE SURFACE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.) -REMOVE THE FOIL FROM THE WALL BEHIND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA. MAINTAIN ALL. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 33. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE CAN OPENER, INTERIOR OF THE OVENS, THE STORAGE RACKS IN THE REACH IN COOLERS, THE PAPER TOWEL DISPENSER ABOVE THE REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK AND THE EXTERIOR/KNOBS ON THE REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 34. |
| violation_description | FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS, FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND REMOVE THE CARDBOARD FROM THE FLOOR UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN THE REAR PREP AREA . |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FILTERS ON THE REAR VENTILATION HOOD AND THE VENTS IN THE FRONT DINING AREA. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO PLACE ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT UNDER THE REAR VENTILATION HOOD. THE DOUBLE GAS BURNER IS NOT COMPLETELY UNDER THE HOOD. MAINTAIN SAME. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 41. |
| violation_description | PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED |
| violation_comment | INSTRUCTED TO HANG ALL MOPS UP TO DRY WHEN NOT IN USE. MAINTAIN SAME. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 183190 |
| inspection_date | 2015-06-10 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 34. |
| violation_description | FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED |
| violation_comment | BROKEN AND MISSING FLOOR TILES AT ENTRANCE TO THE KITCHEN AND THROUGHOUT THE FOOD PREP AREA. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | HOLE IN THE CEILING OF THE MENS WASHROOM AND DAMAGED CEILING WITH PEELING PAINT AND PLASTER ABOVE THE ESPRESSO MACHINE. MUST SEAL/ REPAIR. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 36. |
| violation_description | LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED |
| violation_comment | MISSING LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE COOKS LINE. MUST REPLACE. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 205939 |
| inspection_date | 2014-03-17 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 30. |
| violation_description | FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED |
| violation_comment | FOUND BULK FOOD IN CONTAINER NOT PROPERLY LABELED. ADVISED TO LABEL ALL BULK FOODS AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 32. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED WOOD SHELVING IN KITCHEN AREA WITH DIRT BUILDUP AND WITH EXPOSED RAW WOOD. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND CLEAN OR TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 33. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS |
| violation_comment | OBSSERVED GREASE ACCUMULATION IN BOTTOM OF FRYER. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 34. |
| violation_description | FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED CARDBOARD BOXES BEING USED AS LINER ON THE FLOOR NEAR COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED WALL ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALL BEHIND ATM WITH HOLES IN LOWER PORTION. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CARDBOARD USED TO CLOSE OFF VENT IN KITCHEN ON THE WEST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND MAINTAIN. FOUND FOOD PRODUCTS BEING STORED IN BASEMENT ALONG UNSEALED CONCRETE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SO WALL IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN BASEMENT UNDER EXPOSED CEILING WITH RAW WOOD AND PIPES RUNNING OVER HEAD. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SHIELD ABOVE FOOD PRODUCTS AND MAINTAIN. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | OBSERVED KITCHEN EXPOSED HANDSINK WITH NO SPLASHGUARD. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD BETWEEN THE HANDSINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND TO MAINTAIN. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 38780 |
| inspection_date | 2013-01-15 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 30. |
| violation_description | FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED |
| violation_comment | Foods in cooler and bulk storage containers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 31. |
| violation_description | CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES |
| violation_comment | Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 32. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | Raw wood storage shelves in prep areas. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 33. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS |
| violation_comment | Cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters, sinks, coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 34. |
| violation_description | FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED |
| violation_comment | Floor not maintained throught out premises. Instructed to detail clean and seal wooden floor under front counter. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | Walls not maintained thorugh-out premises. Instructed to seal all openings and gaps in walls, basebaords, corners and ceiling. Walls in rear prep area not maintained. Instructed to repaint walls. Instructed to remove peeling paint from ventilation duct in rear prep area and seal and/or repaint. Ventilation and duct in prep area and above steam table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. |
| Violation 7 | |
| violation_code | 36. |
| violation_description | LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED |
| violation_comment | Light bulbs not shielded above coffee maker. instructed to shield bulb and installed end caps. |
| Violation 8 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | Backflow preventer not installed on coffee maker in front prep area. Instructed to install backflow preventer visible on coffee maker. Utility sink not provided on premises. Instructed to install utility with hot and cold running water. Cooking equipment not under ventilation. Instructed to extend exhaust hood or remove equipment thats not properly vented. Chicken roaster cooker not under ventilation. Instructed to have rotisserie under exhasut hood or provide specs for kilowatts. |
| Violation 9 | |
| violation_code | 40. |
| violation_description | REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS |
| violation_comment | Thermometer not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers. |
| Violation 10 | |
| violation_code | 41. |
| violation_description | PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED |
| violation_comment | Supplies not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall. |
| Violation 11 | |
| violation_code | 42. |
| violation_description | APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN |
| violation_comment | Hair restraints not provided for food handlers in prep area. Instructed to provided hair restraints for all food handlers. |
Inspection Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| inspection_id | 38780 |
| inspection_date | 2013-01-15 |
| standardized_result | pass |
| original_result | Pass |
| Violation 1 | |
| violation_code | 30. |
| violation_description | FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED |
| violation_comment | Foods in cooler and bulk storage containers not labeled or dated. Instructed to label and date all foods not in original containers. |
| Violation 2 | |
| violation_code | 31. |
| violation_description | CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES |
| violation_comment | Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use. |
| Violation 3 | |
| violation_code | 32. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | Raw wood storage shelves in prep areas. Instructed to apply non-toxic sealant to surface. |
| Violation 4 | |
| violation_code | 33. |
| violation_description | FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS |
| violation_comment | Cooking equipment, exhaust hood and filters, sinks, coolers not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily. |
| Violation 5 | |
| violation_code | 34. |
| violation_description | FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED |
| violation_comment | Floor not maintained throught out premises. Instructed to detail clean and seal wooden floor under front counter. |
| Violation 6 | |
| violation_code | 35. |
| violation_description | WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS |
| violation_comment | Walls not maintained thorugh-out premises. Instructed to seal all openings and gaps in walls, basebaords, corners and ceiling. Walls in rear prep area not maintained. Instructed to repaint walls. Instructed to remove peeling paint from ventilation duct in rear prep area and seal and/or repaint. Ventilation and duct in prep area and above steam table not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean. |
| Violation 7 | |
| violation_code | 36. |
| violation_description | LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED |
| violation_comment | Light bulbs not shielded above coffee maker. instructed to shield bulb and installed end caps. |
| Violation 8 | |
| violation_code | 38. |
| violation_description | VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED |
| violation_comment | Backflow preventer not installed on coffee maker in front prep area. Instructed to install backflow preventer visible on coffee maker. Utility sink not provided on premises. Instructed to install utility with hot and cold running water. Cooking equipment not under ventilation. Instructed to extend exhaust hood or remove equipment thats not properly vented. Chicken roaster cooker not under ventilation. Instructed to have rotisserie under exhasut hood or provide specs for kilowatts. |
| Violation 9 | |
| violation_code | 40. |
| violation_description | REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS |
| violation_comment | Thermometer not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous inside all coolers. |
| Violation 10 | |
| violation_code | 41. |
| violation_description | PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED |
| violation_comment | Supplies not properly stored. Instructed to elevate supplies 6 inches or higher and away from wall. |
| Violation 11 | |
| violation_code | 42. |
| violation_description | APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN |
| violation_comment | Hair restraints not provided for food handlers in prep area. Instructed to provided hair restraints for all food handlers. |
Data Source Information
Data provided by: Chicago Department of Public Health's Food Protection Program
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