Midori Japanese Restaurant
3310 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Chicago, IL 60659
Restaurant ZIP 60659 Risk 1 (High)
Out of business · as of Feb 24, 2026
Midori Japanese Restaurant was last inspected on February 24, 2026 with a result of “Out of Business”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
February 24, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Out of Business
No violationsThe inspector found this business closed.
No violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
30 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Broken rubber gasket inside the two door reach-in freezer in the kitchen. Repair/replace.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
9 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop must be stored in a clean container between use.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must not use plastic grocery bags as food containers inside the reach-in freezers in prep area/kitchen. Must not use cardboard boxes as food containers. Must use washable containers or food grade disposable plastic bags.----
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must not use milk crates as a means of elevation for stored items.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Broken rubber gasket inside the two door reach-in coolers in the kitchen. Repair/replace
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Accumulated grease and food debris on walls, utility connections and equipment surfaces behind cooking line.must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: All raw wooden shelving throughout must be painted/sealed, smooth and cleanable.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must not use cloth towels as liner for shelving in the server stations also observed cloth covering food inside the reach-in coolers remove and use cheese cloth
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Repair issue.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Grease on floor under cooking equipment,clean and maintain.excess dust on vent covers in kitchen.clean
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Additional food handler training is required on site
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at the exposed handsik across from ice machine in the rear. Instructed the person in charge to provide handwashing signage at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items being stored on floor in walk-in cooler in the rear. Instructed the person in charge to elevate all food items six inches from floor and maintain.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard being used as liner on shelves in rear dry storage aread. Instructed the person in charge to remove cardboard and ensure all nonfood-contact surfaces remain smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed two burntout out lightbulbs above prep table in the rear prep area. Instructed the person in charge to replace burntout lightbulbs and maintain adequate lighting.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards with deep scratches and stains in the rear preparation area near the low temperature dish machine. Instructed the person in charge to resurface or replace cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed rusty shelves in walk-in cooler, located in the rear next to dry storage area. Instructed the person in charge to remove rust and maintain in good repair.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on interior surface of two door freezer located in the rear near the dry storage area. Instructed the person in charge to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed vent cover with dust accumulation in the womens toilet room. Instructed the person in charge to remove dust and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired allergen awareness training certificates at the time of inspection. Instructed the person in charge to renew expired allergen awareness certificates for any individual that holds a city of chicago foodservice manager certificate and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.11-observed torn gasket at 2-door refrigerator (middle) in kitchen. Must seal or replace gasket.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
4 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed mineral build up inside interior of ice machine. Must detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed salmon at improper cold holding temperature at 44.9f. Also observed raw chicken at improper cold holding temperature at 48.7f. Tcs food items must be stored at a proper cold holding temperature of 41.0f or below. Food has been discarded and denatured. Food weighing approximately 10 lbs at a cost of $25.00. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing disclosure statement at bottom of menu (sushi, beef, steak). Instructed manager to provide the following disclosure statement at bottom of menu, *"these food items contain raw ingredients. These food items are also cooked to order." priority foundation. 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper ambient temperature inside of 2-door prep cooler at 45.5f in kitchen. Proper ambient temperature inside of a cold holding unit must be at 41.0f or below. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at 2-door refrigerator (middle) in kitchen. Must seal or replace gasket.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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No Entry
Complaint · No Entry
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no employee hand washing signage at the hand washing sinks at prep and sushi station area. Must provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing disclosure statement at bottom of menu (sushi, beef, steak). Instructed manager to provide the following disclosure statement at bottom of menu, *"these food items contain raw ingredients. These food items are also cooked to order." priority foundation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards at sushi prep area with dark stains and deep grooves. Must detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed metal garbage cans being used as bulk storage in rear. Instructed to use food grade containers that are smooth and easy to clean.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at 2-door freezer in prep area. Must repair.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010 no citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No clean up procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and provide cleaning supplies kit. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide disclosure on the menu on the walls and reminder on all raw and undercooked foods being served on site. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no cittaion issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All wiping cloth for wiping the chopping board, prep tables and dining tables must be stored on a bucket with sanitizing solution in between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: All clean dishes,pots,pans, food containers must be stored upside down/inverted to prevent possible contamination.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must replace grocery bag being used to stored frozen foods with food grade storage bag. Torn rubber gasket along the door of the 2 door reach in cooler. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention device not located on the ice machine. Instructed to install to be able to locate,serviced and maintained.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Women's washroom receptacle must have a lid/or cover.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clutter in the bar area(being used as a storage area) instructed to organize,remove unnecessary items/articles to prevent roident/insects harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: All certified food sanitation managers must obtain an allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
11 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: All bulk food containers in dry storage must be labeled. All ready to eat foods in walk-in cooler must be labeled and dated.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Metal bowls in server prep station must be stored inverted on clean storage shelving. Must not use cardboard boxes or plastic grocery bags inside coolers and freezers. Must use washable containers or food grade disposable plastic bags.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must not use tinfoil as liner for equipment. Paper towel as liner under clean glassware at the bar. Cardboard as liner for shelving in dry food storage or inside beer cooler at the bar. Raw wooden shelving under the dish machine must be painted/sealed. Wooden shelving above the server rice hot holding unit in poor repair, chipping. Must repair/replace. Torn rubber door gaskets in the middle two door cooler in the rear kitchen. Must replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Unused cooler in front sushi prep found dirty. Must clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must not use news paper as matting for floor in rear kitchen. Broken glass and debris under the three compartment sink at the bar. Must clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Water damaged ceiling tile in the bar womans washroom. Must replace. Walls under the server prep hot soup/rice station with excessive food and soy sauce splatter. Must clean and maintain. Metal wall at the dish machine in poor repair with open seams, gaps in wall and bent metal. Must repair, seal all openings. Peeling paint on the wall at the mop sink in the bar side rear storage. Peeling paint above the bulk food containers in the dry food storage. Must remove all peeling paint.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Leak under the bar three compartment sink onto the floor. Leak at the hot handle of the kitchen three compartment sink. Must repair all. Must not use cloth towel as a means of repair under the kitchen three compartment sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All stored items throughout the far rear storage area on the bar side must be stored elevated from the floors and organized.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hat/hair restraint.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: All wiping cloths in all prep areas must be held in a clean container with a sanitizing solution. Ice scoop must be held in a clean container. Not inside the ice.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: No proof of training or new employee verification for all food handlers. Must provide.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted rusty and dirty shelves at the inside the 2 door refrigeration unit at the kitchen prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain or repaint with non toxic food grade paint and maintain.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Noted a thick slimy and black substance inside the inner lining and upper compartment of ice machine dripping on to the ice. Instructed not to use until equipment is properly cleaned and sanitized. Manager immediately called company for maintenance. Serious violation #7-38-005(a)
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Noted the following previous minor violations from inspection report #1965971 dated 10/5/2016 not corrected:-#32)observed raw wood shelving in kitchen and in rear dry storage area. All raw wood must be painted or sealed so that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Observed excess ice accumulation in freezer located in dry storage area near walk in cooler. Observed prep tables in kitchen with lower shelves with rust and not smooth and easily cleanable. Restore surfaces of shelves of prep tables to a smooth easily cleanable surface. Observed torn gaskets on reach in refrigerator in front sushi prep area and in main kitchen. Repair all torn gaskets and maintain. Observed bowl of lettuce next to exposed hand sink in front sushi prep area. Must install splash guard on right side of exposed hand sink. #33)observed all shelves containing dishes and glasses need to be cleaned. Observed all shelves
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items inside refrigeration units not properly labeled. Instructed to properly label all food items with product name and prepared by date.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted rusty and dirty shelves at the inside the 2 door refrigeration unit at the kitchen prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain or repaint with non toxic food grade paint and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean floor along wall base at the dry storage room with walk in cooler and maintain.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed sushi roller rolling sushi with bare hands. Sushi roller was advised to stop, wash hands, put on gloves. Past reports indicate that facility was advised there is no bare hand contact with ready to eat food. Critical violation 7-38-010 a
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector’s note: Observed in use low temp dish machine with no sanitizer detected. Repair man was called during inspection and dish machine was repaired to 100ppm of chlorine. Serious violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood shelving in kitchen and in rear dry storage area. All raw wood must be painted or sealed so that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Observed excess ice accumulation in freezer located in dry storage area near walk in cooler. Observed prep tables in kithcen with lower shelves with rust and not smooth and easily cleanable. Restore surfaces of shelves of prep tables to a smooth easily cleanable surface. Observed torn gaskets on reach in refrigerator in front sushi prep area and in main kitchen. Repair all torn gaskets and maintain. Observed bowl of lettuce next to exposed hand sink in front sushi prep area. Must install splash guard on right side of exposed hand sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed all shleves containing dishes and glasses need to be cleaned. Observed all shelves in kitchen containing food and pots and pans need to be cleaned. Observed gaskets on refrigerators in front sushi area unclean with food debris. Clean and maintain gaskets. Observed interior fans on reach in refrigerator in kitchen unclean with black dirt. Clean and maitnain interior fans.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed food on floor of walk in cooler. All food needs to be stored at least 6 inches off of floor at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths on counters. Sanitizer solution must be kept in a bucket. All wiping cloths are to be stored in sanitizer solution when not in use.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Observed not all food handlers have certificates. Additional idph food handler information provided.
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No Entry
Canvass · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Caulk around exposed hand sink, 3 compartment sink in kitchen prep area, shall be repaired/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Prep tables lower shelving in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Cooler shelving/racks in front prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors in rear kitchen storage area under shelving/pallets not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls that had exposed plaster/wallboard in rear storage area by hot water heater area, shall be repaired/sealed.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Found some food items not properly dated in coolers, reach in freezer, must properly date food items in coolers, reach in freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), cooler shelving racks not clean, prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment not clean need detailed cleaning(corners). Floors in bar area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls that had peeling paint/holes in rear kitchen areas, shall be repaired/sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Must provide food handlers list for next routine inspection.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must properly store all multi-use items(small plates, bowls, ceramic trays) upside down to prevent from contamination until used. Above stated items are found in the front sushi prep area, area behind sushi prep area and in the kitchen.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean and sanitize all shelving racks inside both upright 2dr refrigerators located in the kitchen. Observed stated above items with black spots and rust.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must repair broken/crakced cememnt floor corner on the left hand side at the bottom of the rear exit door in the dry storage area room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must replace burnt out light bulb at the 2dr refrigerator located closest to the dish machine.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove personal items from the rear prep/cooking area. Found personal cell phones and charging cables being stored next to the meat slicing machine on the prep table.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Observed 3 live roaches at waitress pick up area inside cracks/crevices of shelves adjacent to 1-compartment sink and 2 live roaches in prep area cracks/crevices by cooking equipment (on wall of cookline). Instructed manager to remove all insect activity by date of reinspection (03/12/14) all effected areas must be clean and sanitized also advised to call pest control operator for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris on lower side of prep table tops and shelves throughout, food build up inside reach in coolers door rubber gaskets, food debris on coolers doors/corners and cooler legs. Must clean and maintain all equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed food/dirt build up on floor at sushi prep and rear prep areas. Must detail clean floor under and around all equipment and along all walls/corners throughout and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed cracks/crevices around wooden shelves at sushi prep, main prep area and waitress pick up station. Instructed manager to seal all cracks and crevices in walls.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Rear storage room floor cluttered throughout (boxes, unused equipment, etc.). Must elevate all items 6" off walls or remove items.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: The following coolers: two door reach-in cooler(air temp of 46.2f to 46.8f),sushi cooler(air temp of 51.2f), and walk-in cooler(air temp of 49.7f. 54.7 and 55.7f),improper temperature.tagged unit "held for inspection" do not use. Coolers must maintain air temp of 40f and below.potentially hazardous food were stored inside the units(tofu, fish etc). Other cooler units are on premises with temp of 39f. Critical violation: 7-38-005(a)
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous food at improper temperature: tofu at temp of 46.7f,salmon at temp of 47.8f; tuna at temp of 47f. Cut lettuce in water at temp of 55.9f.products discarded and denatured.pounds 6 value 150. Critical violation:7-38-005(a)
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Food not protected(ice) during storage.observed interior of ice machine water reservoir with excess black slime substance dripping into water where ice is made.black slime substance on interior panels and knobs of the unit.instructed to clean and sanitize unit.tagged ice machine" held for inspection" do not use.instructed to provide ice in bags for customers. Ice must be bought from a retail food license.need to clean and sanitize interior of ice machine. Serious violation:7-38-005(a)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Waste line connection from two door cooler and pop gun holder inbar area,must be properly connected such that it drain directely into a floor drain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Raw wood rack by the display prep cooler surface dirty with excess grimes,dust,grease and dead roaches,surface not cleanable.instructed to provide a smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent surface. Broken rubber gasket inside the door of two door cooler and one door cooler in prep area,must be repaired/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Shelves under the both prep tables in kitchen are extremely rusted with holes,not able to clean,instructed to replace said shelves. News paper throughout the premises used for different purpose.instructed to remove.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Missing label on all food containers that is not the original container inside the reach in coolers and walk in cooler. Must provide label/dated all containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: All clean multi use utensils,dishes, pots and pans must be stored upside down/inverted.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must re caulk around the exposed hand sink of the wait station and sushi area and around the dish machine. Caulking worn out, with black substance around the caulking. Must repair the hot handle of the exposed hand sink faucet in the prp area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must provide drain cover for the floor drain in the bar area. Must clean in detail the floor behind the bar, inside the rear storage room and maintain. Must provide pallet inside the storage room to elevate all items/articles on the floor to prevent rodent/insects harborage.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean in detail the ceiling by the vent in the dining area. Replace stained ceiling tiles in the womens washroom in the bar area. Peeling paint on the walls by the mop sink area. Must remove /scrape peeling paint.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: above violation still remaining.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
8 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: found observed live fruit flies(15 )in front counter area of restaurant, and dining area. found/observed rodent droppings (30 )in bar area under front counter. also found rear exit door in bar area not rodent proofed. citation #H000062819 issued with a court date of 10/14/2010, at 400 w superior in room #112 at 9:00am.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: rear storage shelving that had exposed raw wood, peeling paint, cooler shelving that had peeling paint, rust shall be repair/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: non food contact surfaces of cooler shelving, cooking equipment, storage shelving/racks need detailed(crevices).non food contact surfaces of ice machine need cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, storage shelving in kitchen areas need detailed cleaning(corners). floors in rear storage rooms, and bar area under front counter need detailed cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: walls, ceiling in kitchen prep area not clean need cleaning(detailed), damaged, stained ceiling tiles shall be replaced/repair.wall behind ice machine need detailed cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: light shields in prep area, coolers need cleaning.light shields in dining rooms need cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: exhaust vents(ventilation)in coolers need cleaning, exhaust canopy not clean needs cleaning. missing exhaust vent guard in womens bathroom shall be provided,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.