Pass

T Joels Family Restaurant

1928 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Jul 29, 2026

T Joels Family Restaurant was last inspected on July 29, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

July 29, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Interior of reach in freezer in rear in need of defrosting and cleaning to remove excessive amounts of ice instructed to correct and maintain

    Official wording (code 49)

    Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: 3 compartment sink faucet in need of better water pressure. Instructed to correct

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

    Inspector’s note: Hood vent in need of cleaning to remove all grease and debris instructed to correct and maintain

    Official wording (code 56)

    Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

Inspection history

23 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the front and rear exit doors with 1/4" gaps at the bottom. Must repair and maintain tight fitting to prevent possible entry points for pests.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy food debris in between cooking equipment. Must detail clean and maintain to prevent possible food source for pests.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the hand sink in the kitchen with a slow drain and the faucet at the 3 comp sink with a leak. Must repair and maintain plumbing issues.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a hole in the wall under the hand sink in the rear dish washing area. Must repair and maintain. Also noted the floor in the same area in poor repair (broken & missing ). Must repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the hood above the cooking equipment to remove debris and/or grease.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed rust on the bottom shelf and the grease trap in the rear food prep area. Instructed to remove rust and make said surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed items that can not be ordered undercooked or raw with a consumer advisory disclosure on the menu, such as chicken items, pork items, and shrimp and fish items. Instructed to remove the astreik that is next to menu items that can not be ordered undercooked or raw. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed the front entrance doors open without adequate mesh screens. Instructed to keep said doors closed or provide adequate mesh screens while doors are opened in order to prevent the entry of pests.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed the chef without a proper hair restraint, such as a hat or hair net. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 3-304.14 observed wiping cloths not stored in a sanitizing solution and stored on the cutting board attached to the 3-door prep cooler in the food prep area. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths at all times.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed the ice scoop being stored directly in ice. Instructed to properly store ice scoop at all times.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed rust on the bottom shelf and the grease trap in the rear food prep area. Instructed to remove rust and make said surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed the person in charge with an expired copy of a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Instructed to obtain a valid original city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed r4esidue on interior panel of ice machine. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris inside rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in women washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop heads improperly stored in utility sink and prep area. Instructed manager to properly hang mops to dry to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in dish washing area and missing light shield in front reach-in cooler. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow device on the ice machine in the basement. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical12 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sink in the drink food prep area. Instructed to provide a hand washing sink in the food prep area where coffee is served, soup and beverages are all handled. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (beef, eggs). Instructed to provide a disclosure and a reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundations from inspection 2366221 were not completed as instructed. 5-205.11 out pf. Observed no hand washing sink in the drink food prep area. Instructed to provide a hand washing sink in the food prep area where coffee is served, soup and beverages are all handled. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued. Observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (beef, eggs). Instructed to provide a disclosure and a reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths sitting on equipment not stored properly and ready for use. Instructed that all wiping cloths used to wipe counters, equipent, or cutting boards must be stored in sanitizing solution at all times and must be changed when water is dirty or as often as needed.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Gloves weren’t used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee not properly wearing gloves while preparing food in the front food service area. Instructed that gloves must be worn at all times and on both hands while handling food.

      Official wording (code 46)

      Gloves used properly

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavy grease and food debris build up on the sides, under and inside cooking equipment. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain as a means of preventing pest and insect harboring.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the insides of all the refrigeration units with a build up of dirt and food debris, one with standing water located in the front food prep area. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain all.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow device on the ice machine in the basement. Instructed to provide. Unable to locate backflow device on rear utility sink in closet next to entrance to the dish washing room in the rear of the facility.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of grease and dust under the hood ventilation system. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no protective light covering over the light bulbs over the stove under the hood ventilation system. Also observed one broken light shield in the same area in the ceiling. Instructed to provide proper covering for lights.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from inspection 2366221 march 23, 2020 was given unitl 06/16/2020 to correct. Upgraded to priority foundation due to non compliance. 4-502.13 observed single use articles (cottage cheese,butter) being re-used for food storage. Instructed to only use food grade containers and food grade storage bags for all food storage and do not re-use single service articles for food storage. 4-101.19 observed a whole in the bottom shelve of the prep table located in the rear. Observed rust on the shelves located in the refrigeration in the rear food prep area. Instructed to make surface smooth and easily cleanable. 5-501.17 observed no closed receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violations, no citations issued. 6-201.11 observed missing floor tiles in the rear dish washing area located by the 3 compartment sink and missing…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  7. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no adequate supplies on site to respond to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the facility. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located at the hand washing sinks in the front/rear food prep areas. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed no hand washing sink in the drink food prep area. Instructed to provide a hand washing sink in the drink of the food prep area. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (beef, eggs). Instructed to provide a disclosure and a reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed single use articles (butter containers) being re-used for food storage. Instructed to only use food grade containers and food grade storage bags for all food storage and do not re-use single service articles for food storage.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 observed a whole in the bottom shelve of the prep table located in the rear. Observed rust on the shelves located in the refrigeration in the rear food prep area. Instructed to make surface smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no closed receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed missing floor tiles in the rear dish washing area located by the 3 compartment sink and missing ceiling tile in the rear food prep area. Instructed to make floor and ceiling surface smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    7 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(o) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no adequate supplies on site to respond to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the facility. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.

      Inspector’s note: 2-301.14 observed a female food handler preparing coffee without washing hands first. Instructed manager to instruct employees when to wash their hands before prepping any foods or drinks. Manager instructed said employee to wash hands during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 8)

      Hands clean & properly washed

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed no hand washing sink in the drink food prep area. Instructed to provide a hand washing sink in the drink of the food prep area. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs located at the hand washing sinks in the front/rear food prep areas. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw (beef, eggs). Instructed to provide a disclosure and a reminder on the menu for all items that can be ordered undercooked or raw. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15(a) observed hot running water unable to turn on at the hand washing sink located in the front food prep area and cold running water turned off from the bottom of said hand washing sink due to the fact that the cold water knob is stripped and unable to shut off from the top knob. Instructed to repair said hand washing sink so that the hot and cold running water is able to be properly turned on and off from the top water knobs. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFood handling

      Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed single use articles (butter containers) being re-used for food storage. Instructed to only use food grade containers and food grade storage bags for all food storage and do not re-use single service articles for food storage.

      Official wording (code 45)

      Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 observed a whole in the bottom shelve of the prep table located in the rear. Observed rust on the shelves located in the refrigeration in the rear food prep area. Instructed to make surface smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 unable to locate the back flow prevention device on the ice machine located in the basement. Instructed to locate.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a trickle for the cold water flow inside of the men's toilet room. Instructed to increase cold water pressure.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no closed receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed missing floor tiles in the rear dish washing area located by the 3 compartment sink and missing ceiling tile in the rear food prep area. Instructed to make floor and ceiling surface smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(B:4) OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2268396 DATED 2/22/19; 2-102.13: Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) OBSERVED THE TWO FOODHANDLER CERTIFICATES EXPIRED 2018, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE NEW CERTIFICATES. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  9. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on premises at this time, 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

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a variety of foods not properly labeled, and dated(cooked poatoes, pasta, lunchmeat etc) foods prepared for more that 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which the food shall be sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no disclosure statement on the menus at this time, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping clothes improperly stored on prep tables front and rear, instructed to store in sanitizing solution between uses to prevent cross contamination. Instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the front prep cutting board stained/pitted, instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling light shield cracked in the front prep/cooking area, instructed to replace, also replace all water damaged ceiling tiles and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear dish/prep area floor in poor repair (missing tiles), instructed to replace missing tiles, and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the two foodhandler certificates expired 2018, instructed to provide new certificates.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificate on premises at this time, instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago certified food manager on site nor a certificate posted while preparing/cooking potentially hazardous foods (beef, dairy, pork, etc.) instructed to have the certificate posted and certificate holder on site at all times. Serious violation 7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The prep table in front of the 3-compartment sink in the rear is in poor repair. It's extremely rusty and has a large hole in the bottom shelf. Instructed to remove rust (or paint) and seal hole or replace the table. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: The interior of the deep fryer in the front food preparation area has grease spills and dirt on the surface. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: There are water stained ceiling tiles in the dining area, instructed to replace. Maintain same. -the pipes/conduits under the hand sink and in the ceiling in the front food preparation area and rear dish washing area needs to be sealed. Instructed to seal and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The water pressure at the wash bowl in the men's toilet is very low. Instructed to increase the pressure. Maintain same. -there are large pots too big to be adequately submerged into the 3-compartment sink for adequate washing/sanitizing. Instructed to either get a larger sink to accommodate or remove large pots.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Mops are not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store hanging up to dry. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Wash cloths are not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store in a bucket of sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.

  11. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures; 10 lbs of pork at 86.1 f and 12 lbs of potatoes at 90f. Manager discarded and denatured said items. Instructed to keep all potentially hazardous foods at the proper temperatures of 40f or below for all cold foods and 14of and above for all hot foods at all times. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods (beef, pork) out of the original package and held for over 24 hours without labels containing product date and name. Instructed to label and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the basement large box freezer lid in poor repair, instructed to replace.also seal all raw wood in rear prep area. Observed food stored in grocery bags in rear freezer, instructed to provide proper food grade container/baggies/ziploc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed soap dispensor in poor repair by the exposed hand sink located in the rear. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of ice machine with a slite pinkish/brown substance. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed accumulated ice build up in the freezer located in the basement. Instructed to remove and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed cooking area wall behind the knife holder needs repair,also the wall behind the 3 compartment sink clean and reseal.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop sink handle leaking, instructed to repair/replace.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the basement large box freezer lid in poor repair, instructed to replace.also seal all raw wood in rear prep area. Observed food stored in grocery bags in rear freezer, instructed to provide proper food grade container/baggies/ziploc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed cooking area wall behind the knife holder needs repair,also the wall behind the 3 compartment sink clean and reseal.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop sink handle leaking, instructed to repair/replace.

  13. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  14. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical7 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous serious violation not corrected from report #1591633 dated 12/14/15 #22-no sanitizer test kit available during inspection. Instructed manager to provide test kit to test proper sanitizer concentration. Instructed to provide chemical test kit. Critical violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violation not corrected from report #1591633 dated 12/14/15 #45-provide food handler's certificates. Instructed to meet requirement and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Seal all raw wood surfaces on paper good storage shelves in basement. Remove rusty surgaces on bottom of prep table in rear prep/dishwasing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of produce refrigerator in basement.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Clean walls around utility sink. Clean light shields in prep and wait station areas. Replace stained ceiling tiles in prep and dining areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Increase hot water pressure at sink in women washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove unused equipment in basement to prevent pest harborage. Separate cleaning supplies on storage shelves in basement.

    • 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 hair restraints.

  15. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    9 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty when potentially hazardous food (chili 152.2f, potatoes 140.9f)and cooked to order foods are prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site at all times potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012a

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: No sanitizer test kit available during inspection. Instructed manager to provide test kit to test proper sanitizer concentration. Serious violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from report #1546759 on 6-5-15: 32-remove rust deposits on shelves inside rear reach-in cooler in dishwashing/prep area. Install splash guard between rear exposed sink and drainboard of 3-compartment sink. 35-seal openings around pipe fittings under exposed sinks. 38-repair leaking drainpipe under rear exposed sink. 41-store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding. 43-store wash cloths in sanitizing solution. 45-provide food handler certificates. Serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Seal all raw wood surfaces on paper good storage shelves in basement. Remove rusty surgaces on bottom of prep table in rear prep/dishwasing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of produce refrigerator in basement.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Clean walls around utility sink. Clean light shields in prep and wait station areas. Replace stained ceiling tiles in prep and dining areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Increase hot water pressure at sink in women washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove unused equipment in basement to prevent pest harborage. Separate cleaning supplies on storage shelves in basement.

    • 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 hair restraints.

  16. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Remove rust deposits on shelves inside rear reach-in cooler in dishwashing/prep area. Install splash guard between rear exposed sink and drainboard of 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing ceiling tiles in front prep area and stained ceiling tiles in dining area. Seal openings around pipe fittings under exposed sinks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light shields above ice machine in basement.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainpipe under rear exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates.

  17. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical8 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Reach-in cooler in wait station area not maintaining proper temperature 58.3f. Instructed manager to repair cooler must maintain 40f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Critical violation 7-38-005a citation issued.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Improper temperature of 10 dozen raw eggs 56.6f and 2lbs of cream cheese 59.6f stored in reach-in cooler. Instructed manager to discard approximately 12lbs and $20 of product. All cold food maintain 40f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Critical violation 7-38-005a

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water at exposed hand sink in front prep area, hot water handle broken. Instructed manager to repair hot water handle and provide hot running water at front exposed for proper hand washing. Instructed manager to use exposed sink in rear dishwashing/prep area until front exposed sink is repaired. Critical violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from report #1395323 on 1-9-14. 38-pipe leaking under rear exposed handsink. Instructed manager to repair same. Serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Remove rust deposits on shelves inside rear reach-in cooler in dishwashing/prep area. Install splash guard between rear exposed sink and drainboard of 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing ceiling tiles in front prep area and stained ceiling tiles in dining area. Seal openings around pipe fittings under exposed sinks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light shields above ice machine in basement.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainpipe under rear exposed sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates.

  18. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified mgr on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (eggs, sausage, etc). Citation issued 7-38-012 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Pipe leaking under rear exposed handsink. Instd to repair same. Low water pressure at womens toilet room handsink. Instd to repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometer missing for prep cooler. Replace same.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean bottom cabinet of fryer in kitchen to remove grease and dust. Paint bottom of prep table in rear prep area where rusty.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor under fryer and grill in prep area, clean in rear kitchen under unused refrigeration unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Properly install screen door at rear door; screen door not attached to brackets to hold in place; must correct.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Provide a handle for hot water at utility sink in closet.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide internal thermometers for all refrigeration units and freezers.

  20. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST INSTALL MISSING HANDLE/KNOB FOR HOT WATER AT THE MOP SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE PIECES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS NOT IN USE SAME AREAS.

  21. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

      Inspector’s note: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND THE 3 COMP SINK NOT MAINTAINED I.E.GREASE TRAP BOX BENEATH SAID SINK IS NOT CLEAN,SLOW DRAINING.MUST REPAIR AS REQUIRED.SERIOUS VIOLATION (7-38-030).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWING REQUIRES A DETAIL CLEANING SHELVINGS AT COOKLINE,INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS,BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS BENEATH THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS,FLOORS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ARE DIRTY,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS,ABOVE 3 COMP SINK AREAS MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.LIGHT BULBS OVER CHEST FREEZER IN THE DRY STORAGE AREA,REAR DISHWASHING AREA MUST BE SHIELDED WITH END CAPS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST INSTALL MISSING HANDLE/KNOB FOR HOT WATER AT THE MOP SINK AND VENTILATION COVERS IN TOILET ROOMS REQUIRE CLEANING.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS AND REMOVE PIECES OF COOKING EQUIPMENTS NOT IN USE SAME AREAS.

  22. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. THE LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS HOLDING THE OATMEAL, SALT AND SUGER NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SAME.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. THE GREASE TRAP IN RUSTY LOCATED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND PAINT SAME.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DEFROST AND CLEAN ALL THREE REACH IN CHEST FREEZERS THICK WITH ICE BUILDUP LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. ALSO CLEAN ALL THE REACH IN COOLERS HAS SPLASHED ON FOOD DEBRIS IN THEM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER THE COOKING EQUIPMENT 1ST FLOOR AND UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE BASEMENT HAS DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP ON THEM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. REPLACE THE HOT WATER HANDLES BOTH EXPOSED HAND SINKS AND UTILITY SINK HANDLES ARE IN POOR REPAIR. REPLACE THEM. THE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT IN POOR REPAIR DRIPPING HOT WATER WHEN TURNER OFF. REPLACE IT. THE PIPE UNDERNEATH BOTH EXPOSED HAND SINKS DRIPPING WATER INTO BUCKETS. REPLACE PIPES. ROD OUT THE GREASE TRAP HAS GREASE BUILDUP.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.