Sandy's Bakery & Deli was last inspected on August 14, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
August 14, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
33 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was held below a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooked burek with meat held at temperatures ranging from 105-119 f. Instructed manager to ensure all hot foods are held at 135 f and above. Manager discarded 5 pounds of burek ($30) priority violation 7-38-005 citation consolidated.
Official wording (code 21)
Proper hot holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooked potatoes held at an inadequate temperature of 67 f. Instructed manger to ensure all cold foods are held at 41 f and below. Manager discarded 12 pounds cooked potatoes ($10) priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Observed no records maintained for approved haccp plan for smoking and curing of meats. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site upon arrival. Instructed manager to ensure a certified food manager is on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Observed no records maintained for approved haccp plan for smoking and curing and reduced oxygen packaging of meats. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed no labels and use/by dates on time temperaure contolled foods held over 24 hours including frozen soups. All frozen items need to be labeled with the use by discard date 7 days from the prepartion date. Use by discard date labeled during inspection. Priorty foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Observed no production logs on site at time of inspection. Instructed to begin keeping production logs and comply with approved haccp plans including smoking curing and meats and fermenting or sausages. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: Observed no variance approval by cdph for preparing yogurt on the premises. Management instructed to provide a cdph approved variance and haccp plan for preparing yogurt on the premises. Facility removed all drinkable yogurt from customer self service area. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed prepackaged soups and salads stored in the display cooler without a proper label. Management instructed to include all required information on label such as name and address of manufacturer, ingredients, net contents, allergens, etc.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed rear door not rodentproof. Rodentproof sides and bottom of door rear door leading to alley.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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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: Remove all cardboard from inside of smoker room lining shelves and food contact surfaces must be removed. All surfaces must be non absorbant smooth and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certifed food manager on site at time of inspection while complex processes of smoking and curing of meats are taking place. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 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: Observed torn gasket on rear "true" prep cooler. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
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 heavy build up of grease on exterior ovens in rear prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 critical5 general1 paperwork 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 soap at exposed handwashing sink located in front prep area next to fryers. Instructed to maintain soap at all exposed handwashing sinks at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed exposed handwashing sink in front prep area next to fryers made inaccessible by large sheet pan being placed on top of it. Instructed to maintain all exposed handwashing sinks in a free and accessible manner. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation combined with above violation.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed soap and paper towels at 3 compartment sink in rear. Instructed to remove.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Observed no production logs on site at time of inspection. Instructed to begin keeping production logs and comply with haccp plan. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in rear "true" refrigerator. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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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 on rear "true" prep cooler. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.
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 heavy build up of grease on exterior ovens in rear prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of grease on exterior of used cooking oil container in rear alley. Instructed to detail clean and maintain in good condition.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following core violations not corrected from report #2580978 dated 8/30/2023: #53 "observed no covered waste receptacles in both unisex employee washrooms in basement. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacles in both unisex employee washrooms in basement." #55 "observed stained and missing ceiling tiles throughout premises. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain." #56 "observed filters of hoods in front prep and rear prep with grease buildup. Instructed to clean filters and maintain. Observed dusty ceiling vent covers in both unisex employee washrooms. Instructed to clean and maintain." instructed to correct and come into compliance. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified manager on site from 10:15am-10:38am while tcs items such as pork were prepared. Certified manager arrived on site at 10:38am. Instructed to maintain an employee holding a valid city of chicago foodservice manager certificate on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
7 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: 4-101.19: observed parchment paper, cardboard and aluminum foil used as liners on shelving units and prep tables throughout premises. Instructed to remove parchment paper, aluminum foil and cardboard as liners from all areas of premises, shelving units and prep table surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
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: 4-101.19: observed food and non food items stored on floor or on milk crates throughout premises. Instructed to eliminate milk crates for elevation and provide adequate shelving units to elevate food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.
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: 5-203.15: observed no backflow prevention device on one compartment sink on first floor. Instructed to install backflow prevention device on one compartment sink where it can easily located and serviced
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: 5-501.17: observed no covered waste receptacles in both unisex employee washrooms in basement. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacles in both unisex employee washrooms in basement.
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: 6-501.11: observed stained and missing ceiling tiles throughout premises. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed food debris on floors, in corners, along bases of walls and underneath equipment in rear prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed filters of hoods in front prep and rear prep with grease buildup. Instructed to clean filters and maintain. Observed dusty ceiling vent covers in both unisex employee washrooms. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical11 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Found no variance on site for production of fermented cabbage($56/21lbs). Instructed to provide variance for special processes. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on fermented cabbage. Priority foundation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: See violation #29 found no variance on site for production of fermented cabbage($56/21lbs). Instructed to provide variance for special processes. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on fermented cabbage. Priority foundation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed no complete pest control log book on premises, two inspection reports in log book are dated 12/13/2018 and 08/28/2020. Instructed to provide complete pest control log book and maintain on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed small opening at base on right hand double rear exit door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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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 parchment paper, cardboard and aluminum foil used as liners on shelving units and prep tables throughout premises. Instructed to remove parchment paper, aluminum foil and cardboard as liners from all areas of premises, shelving units and prep table surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable.
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 food and non food items stored on floor or on milk crates throughout premises. Instructed to eliminate milk crates for elevation and provide adequate shelving units to elevate food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.
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: Observed no backflow prevention device on one compartment sink on first floor. Instructed to install backflow prevention device on one compartment sink where it can easily located and serviced.
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: Observed no covered waste receptacles in both unisex employee washrooms in basement. Instructed to provide covered waste receptacles in both unisex employee washrooms in basement.
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: Observed stained and missing ceiling tiles throughout premises. Instructed to replace ceiling tiles and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on floors, in corners, along bases of walls and underneath equipment in rear prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed filters of hoods in front prep and rear prep with grease buildup. Instructed to clean filters and maintain. Observed dusty ceiling vent covers in both unisex employee washrooms. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from inspection report #2560118 dated 06/29/2022. Not corrected. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090 citation issued violation #55 6-501.114 found clutter at basement storage areas. Must clean and organize. Violation #57 2-102.13 found foodhandlers with no foodhandler certificate. Must provide.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises upon arrival while tcs foods are prepared, handled and served. Corrected on site city of chicago certified foodservice manager arrived at 9:27am before inspection completion. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times tcs foods prepared, handled and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012 citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Found no vomit and diarrheal clean up procedure with spill kit. Priority foundation. Citation issued. 7-38-005. Must provide.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Found no variance for production of fermented cabbage(4 x 30 gallon barrels) at premises.priority foundation. No citation issued.7-38-005. Must provide.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: Found no haccp plan for fermentation process of cabbage (4 x 30 gallon barrels of cabbage)priority foundation. No citation issued.7-38-005. Must provide. See violation 29.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found clutter at basement storage areas. Must clean and organize.
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: Found foodhandlers with no foodhandler certificate. Must provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
10 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer inside rear prep cooler located across from baking oven. Instrcuted to provide.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed prepackaged soups and salads stored in the display cooler without a proper label. Management instructed to include all required information on label such as name and address of manufacturer, ingredients, net contents, allergens, etc.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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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 build up of black slime on caulk around 3 compartment sink in dish area. Instructed to remove, clean, re-caulk, 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 torn and dirty gasket on rear prep cooler located across from baking oven. Instructed to repair or replace and mainatain in good condition.
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: Observed slow draining 3 compartment sink located in dish area. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate grease trap for 3 compartment sink in rear dish area. Instructed to either document location of grease trap or install and maintain.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered trash receptacle inside either customer or employee toilet room. Instructed to provide for both.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed small amount of garbage and debris on ground around dumpster in rear alley. Instructed to clean and maintain to prevent attracting pests.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease and grime on hood above flat top grill located in front prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed heavy build up of dust on vent in customer toilet room. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
2 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.16 observed improper cold holding temperatures for tcs foods. Observed the following foods stored in the front food prep area on the counter to serve to customers: fish at 63.0f, potato salad at 61.5f, pita with ground beef and pita with spinach and cheese at 78.8f, and breaded hot dogs at 73.1f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 20# of food worth $150. Priority 7-38-005. Citation issued
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: 3-502.11 observed no cdph approved haccp plan on the premises for the preparation of yogurt. Premises prepares and packages yogurt for human consumption. Management instructed to provide the haccp plan to cdph for approval. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: 8-103.11 observed no variance approval by cdph for preparing yogurt on the premises. Management instructed to provide a cdph approved haccp plan and variance approval for preparing yogurt on the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-602.11 observed prepackaged soups and salads stored in the display cooler without a proper label. Management instructed to include all required information on label such as name and address of manufacturer, ingredients, net contents, allergens, etc.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.112 observed two dead mice on two separate glue boards in the basement storage area and employee washroom. Management instructed to remove all dead rodents from the premises.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed approximately 50 mouse droppings on the floor of the basement storage areas around the chest freezer, employee storage lockers next to the walk-in freezer and in the employee washroom next to the walk-in freezer. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the storage shelves, prep tables, mixing equipment, top of oven, interior of prep cooler, proofer in the bakery prep area.
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: 6-501.11 replace the stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 clean the floor and walls of the bakery prep area and frying area
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 must eliminate clutter in the basement storage areas to eliminate pest harborage conditions. Remove the large pile of cardboard boxes in the basement storage room.
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: 2-102.13 no food handler certificates were provided for food handling employees. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
2 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.16 observed improper cold holding temperatures for tcs foods. Observed the following foods stored in the front food prep area on the counter to serve to customers: fish at 63.0f, potato salad at 61.5f, pita with ground beef and pita with spinach and cheese at 78.8f, and breaded hot dogs at 73.1f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 20# of food worth $150. Priority 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: 3-502.11 observed no cdph approved haccp plan on the premises for the preparation of yogurt. Premises prepares and packages yogurt for human consumption. Management instructed to provide the haccp plan to cdph for approval. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: 8-103.11 observed no variance approval by cdph for preparing yogurt on the premises. Management instructed to provide a cdph approved haccp plan and variance approval for preparing yogurt on the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-602.11 observed prepackaged soups and salads stored in the display cooler without a proper label. Management instructed to include all required information on label such as name and address of manufacturer, ingredients, net contents, allergens, etc.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.112 observed two dead mice on two separate glue boards in the basement storage area and employee washroom. Management instructed to remove all dead rodents from the premises.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed approximately 50 mouse droppings on the floor of the basement storage areas around the chest freezer, employee storage lockers next to the walk-in freezer and in the employee washroom next to the walk-in freezer. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the storage shelves, prep tables, mixing equipment, top of oven, interior of prep cooler, proofer in the bakery prep area.
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: 6-501.114 must eliminate clutter in the basement storage areas to eliminate pest harborage conditions. Remove the large pile of cardboard boxes in the basement storage room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 clean the floor and walls of the bakery prep area and frying area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 replace the stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area.
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: 2-102.13 no food handler certificates were provided for food handling employees. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: 8-201.13 observed no cdph approved haccp plan on the premises for the preparation of yogurt. Premises prepares and packages a drinkable yogurt. Management instructed to provide the haccp plan to cdph for approval.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: 8-103.11 observed no variance approval by cdph for preparing yogurt on the premises. Management instructed to provide a cdph approved haccp plan and variance approval for preparing yogurt on the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed male and female food handling employees without a hair restraint. Management instructed that all food handling employees must wear a hair restraint.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the storage shelves, prep tables, mixing equipment, top of oven, interior of prep cooler, proofer in the bakery prep area.
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: 6-501.114 must eliminate clutter in the basement storage areas to eliminate pest harborage conditions. Remove the large pile of cardboard boxes in the basement storage room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 clean the floor and walls of the bakery prep area and frying area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 replace the stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area.
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: 2-102.13 no food handler certificates were provided for food handling employees. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Complaint · Fail
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed the exposed handwashing sink in the front prep area not accessible for use. Observed several bowls stored in the handwashing sink. Also observed that the kitchen design and placement of the sink in the corner in between the deep fryer and wall does not allow for easily accessible use. Must remove equipment such as the deep fryer or a section of countertop and storage shelf to provide accessible use of the handwashing sink. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Observed no cdph approved haccp plan on the premises for the preparation of yogurt. Premises prepares and packages a drinkable yogurt. Management instructed to provide the haccp plan to cdph for approval.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: Observed no variance approval by cdph for preparing yogurt on the premises. Management instructed to provide a cdph approved haccp plan and variance approval for preparing yogurt on the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: Observed bags of frozen spinach being thawed in a container of water in the food prep area. Management instructed to properly thaw all tcs foods.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 100 mouse droppings on the ledge above the staircase to the basement and on the floor of the basement storage areas and employee washroom. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from all affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean the storage shelves, prep tables, mixing equipment, top of oven, interior of prep cooler, proofer in the bakery prep area.
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: Clean the floor and walls of the bakery prep area and frying area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Replace the stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must eliminate clutter in the basement storage areas to eliminate pest harborage conditions. Remove the large pile of cardboard boxes in the basement storage room.
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: No food handler certificates were provided for food handling employees. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 30 mice droppings in basement storage room and in corner near stairs (in basement). Orkin pest control on site at time of inspection. All droppings removed, areas cleaned and sanitized and areas treated during inspection. Instructed must maintain. Priority violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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Complaint · Fail
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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 site. Must provide written employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-010. 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: Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up kit/procedure on site. Must provide written procedure for the clean up of vomit and diarrheal events, and corresponding equipment outline in procedure. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signage at hand sink in front prep area. Must provide and maintain same.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper dates on prepped tcs foods inside coolers, walk in coolers. Must properly label all prepped tcs foods with discard date no more than 7 day from preparation date. Must correct and maintain same. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat food not protected while on display in front customer service area. Observed (ready to eat) bread on customer counter in grocery/at front prep without a barrier to prevent contamination. Instructed must provide a barrier between ready to eat foods and customers at all times. Bread removed and prepacked during inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 65 mice droppings on floors throughout kitchen, bakery, and basement restroom. Must detail clean and sanitize affected areas. Must eliminate pest issue. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive flour, dirt and debris build up on all equipment in bakery section of the kitchen. Must detail clean and sanitize all equipment. Must update frequency of cleaning to maintain excessive build up.
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 excessive dust, dirt, flour, and grease build up on floors along walls in all areas of kitchen and rear storage. Must pull all equipment, boxes and other items away from walls to properly clean all floors throughout. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must maintain same. Must keep all stored items 6 inches above the floor, and 6 inches from walls to allow for proper cleaning.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed previously issued core violations not corrected from report # 2253054, dated 1/24/19. Must correct the following violations: #37 3-602.11(a; b:1-4,6,7; c; d) observed flour not in original container, stored in bulk rolling containers in bakery and walk in cooler with out common name. Instructed manager to provide common name to all bulk containers for items that are taken out of original container. 3-602.11(a; b:1-4,6,7; c; d) observed self service ready to eat food not properly labeled in reach in self service coolers located in dinning area. Label information must include the following: a list of ingredients, the net quantity, the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor, and the name of each major food allergen and sell by date. Instructed manager to provide. #51 5-204.12 observed no back flow prevention device on the upstairs utility sink…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy on site. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation. No citation issued. 7-38-010
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: Found no vomit and diarrhea procedure or clean up kit on site. Provided cdph sample to facility. Instructed manager to provide and maintain at all times.priority foundation. No citation issued. 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed meat slicer, with food debris from previous day. Meat slicer was not in use at the time. Food contact surfaces must be cleaned and sanitized after use. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize meat slicer.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods with improper date marking and disposition in the following areas: first walk in cooler(beef, sliced cabbage), second walk in cooler (sliced cabbage), reach in cooler in front prep (beef, cheese), reach in cooler in bakery (spinach mixture contains milk), self-serve reach in cooler in diner area (ljuta,russian salad, stuffed cabbage) . Said items are held for over 24 hours without discard date . Instructed manager to provide discard date for any tcs foods held over 24 hours. Priority foundation. No citation issued . 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
Specialized processes (curing, vacuum-packing, etc.) didn’t follow the approved plan.
Inspector’s note: Noted no variance or haacp for yogurt that is made on site. Making yogurt on site requires a haacp and variance. Observed bottled yogurt in self serve reach in cooler. Instructed manager to remove and discard all yogurt. Manager must provide variance and haacp for yogurt. Priority foundation. No citation issued. 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 29)
Compliance with variance/specialized process/haccp
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GeneralFood handling
No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.
Inspector’s note: Noted no variance or haccp for yogurt that is made on site. Making yogurt on site requires a haccp and variance. Observed bottled yogurt in self serve reach in cooler. Instructed manager to remove and discard all yogurt. Manager must provide variance and haccp for yogurt. Priority foundation. No citation issued.7-38-005
Official wording (code 32)
Variance obtained for specialized processing methods
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed flour not in original container, stored in bulk rolling containers in bakery and walk in cooler with out common name. Instructed manager to provide common name to all bulk containers for items that are taken out of original container.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed self service ready to eat food not properly labeled in reach in self service coolers located in dinning area. Label information must include the following: a list of ingredients, the net quantity, the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer or distributor, and the name of each major food allergen. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed self service ready to eat food (russian salad,kajmaku) containing major food allergens. Found said items not properly labeled in reach in self service coolers located in dinning area. Label information must include the name of each major food allergen. Instructed manager to provide.priority foundation. No citation issued. 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed no back flow prevention device on the upstairs utility sink located in the meat prep area and in the basement hallway. A back flow prevention device must be located so that its serviced and maintained.
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: Observed build up of dust, and debris on vents and ceilings in the following food prep areas: meat prep area, rear storage area, bakery prep are, roasting area. Instructed manager to clean,sanitize and maintain. Observed dirt and food debris on floors and through out establishment instructed manager to clean, sanitize and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard used as place mat in the following areas: bakery prep, meat prep, food smoking area, walk in cooler, storage area , and roasting room. Non food contact surfaces that are exposed to splash, spillage or other food must be smooth and easily cleanable.
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: Observed no food handlers training certificate on site. All food handlers must complete food handling training. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training on site . All city of chicago food service managers must obtain allergen training. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Observed food not protected. Facility is bottling and capping yogurt made in store without cdph approval. Tagged all yogurts held for inspection by chicago dept. Of public health. Instructed not to use or sell until cdph approval is provided (see comments for information). Serious violation 7-38-005 (a)
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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 and maintain floors along the walls and in all corners throughout basement storage area.
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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: Instructed to clean and maintain wall vent cover with excessive grease and dust accumulation in front prep/service area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean, maintain and reorganize basement storage area. Must remove unnecessary articles to prevent pest harborage. Usable items must be stored 6" off the floor for easy access on cleaning.
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Suspected Food Poisoning Re-inspection · Pass
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Instructed facility to label bulk food containers and to maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed food being stored in plastic grocery bags. Instructed to store in food grade materials only and to maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed dirt accumulation in the 2 door cooler in the front prep area. Instructed facility to 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: Observed a dirty, sticky, worn rug on the basement floor near the bathroom. Instructed facility to discard and maintain. Observed heavy dirt, charcoal, cardboard, and debris on the floor in the roasting room. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed oil and debris on the floor along the wall under the baker's tables. Instructed facility to 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: Observed the exhaust hood filters to have dirt and grease accumulation in both the front and rear prep. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed stained ceiling tiles in the rear prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain. Observed dirt accumulation on the walk in cooler fanguards. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the utility sink near the 1 compartment sink to have duct tape on the faucet and a small leak. Instructed to repair, remove tape, and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Out of compliance with Foodhandler requirement. Instructed to comply and maintain.
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Conditional
Suspected Food Poisoning · Pass w/ Conditions
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Observed employee washing large tubs for food storage in the 1 compartment sink without fully submerging utensil. Instructed facility to wash utensil in the three compartment sink with each compartment filled with water and appropriate contents-1 for wash with soap and water, 1 for rinse with only water, and 1 for sanitizing with water and appropriate sanitizer solution. Instructed to comply and maintain. Facility washed in three compartment sink at time of inspection. Critical citation issued 7-38-030.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Observed food for customer self service not protected- tub full of pork cracklins uncovered where customers can scoop for self service. Instructed to protect and maintain. Facility covered during inspection. Observed food not protected- facility is bottling and capping yogurt made in store without CDPH approval. Facility is also curing meats on site without CDPH approval. Tagged all yogurt and cured items held for inspection by CDPH, do not remove or use without CDPH approval. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Instructed facility to label bulk food containers and to maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed food being stored in plastic grocery bags. Instructed to store in food grade materials only and to maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed dirt accumulation in the 2 door cooler in the front prep area. Instructed facility to 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: Observed a dirty, sticky, worn rug on the basement floor near the bathroom. Instructed facility to discard and maintain. Observed heavy dirt, charcoal, cardboard, and debris on the floor in the roasting room. Instructed facility to clean and maintain. Observed oil and debris on the floor along the wall under the baker's tables. Instructed facility to 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: Observed the exhaust hood filters to have dirt and grease accumulation in both the front and rear prep. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed stained ceiling tiles in the rear prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain. Observed dirt accumulation on the walk in cooler fanguards. Instructed facility to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the utility sink near the 1 compartment sink to have duct tape on the faucet and a small leak. Instructed to repair, remove tape, and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Out of compliance with Foodhandler requirement. Instructed to comply and maintain.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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: Broken caulking around the exposed hand sink,mop sink and three compartment sink.remove/replace caulking with a smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Debris inside the oven and all smoke cooking equipment,instructed to 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: Floor under the smoke cooking equipment is completely covered with black grimes,instructed to 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: Wall under the three compartment sink with encrusted food and spider webs,also wall inside the smoke area,instructed to clean and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Faucet at mop sink heavily leaking,instructed to repair.Water pipe under the two compartment sink,instructed to repair
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: No thermometer provide inside the hot holding unit instructed to provide
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 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: : plastic utensils:forks,spoons etc stored under the prep table at first prep area not inverted,instructed to invert for minimize possible contamination
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed dirty,grease,broken extremely stained cardboard used for shelves liners,throughout the premises,instructed to remove,surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
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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: Hole on wall under the prep table at front prep area,instructed to seal with a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface. Broken wall at south area behind the stored dry food,by the exit rear door,instructed to repair with a smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
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Canvass · Fail
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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: 30pounds of cooked beans/meat soup at temp of 73.4f; 5 pounds of cooked banana peppers at temp of 56.8f and 20 pounds of cooked rice and ground beef at temp of 55.6f to 56.7f, this product was cooked the night before(3-19-15) and left at room temperature to cool off,it was put in walk-in cooler this morning 3-20-15,per certified food handler's wife statement. Cooked food mentioned were stored inside the walk-in cooler.information on cooling process verbally given.found 12 pieces of large pastries filled with cooked spinach and cheeses stored on top display counter at temp of 78f,92.4f and 94.6f.manager and employees discarded temperature abused food. Pounds 55 and 12 pieces of filled pastries. Value 250 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: Found removed tag from vacuum packing machine that was tagged on 6-5-2013,report #1335920,also was information was re-entered under comment on 9-30-2015,report #1424527,unit is located on top the prep table at middle prep area. Also found frozen vacuum packing meat inside the walk-in freezer and inside white chest freezer by the exit rear side door.the following meat was vacuum packed from unapproved unit: frozen 5 packaged of ground beef,15 pounds;frozen 5 packaged of chicken, 30 pounds;frozen 26 packaged of sausage,130 pounds; frozen packaged of 31 boneless meat,pounds 186;frozen 55 packaged rib less smoked meat,pound 440.all meat mentioned was stored inside a white chest freezer and tagged "held for inspection" do not use,product will be discarded on thursday garbage pick up day.must provide an invoice of discarded products.tagged vacuum packing machine"held for inspection" do not use
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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: We(certified food handler/owner and i)observed evidence of mice droppings approx 20,on premises under the shelves by the walk-in cooler, at south storage area. Also out openings not protected, rear side door with gaps of 1/4" to 1/2" on bottom,side and top of the mentioned door.door must be tight fitted to frame door.instructed to remove droppings,clean and sanitize area. Serious violation:7-38-020
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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: Plastic utensils:forks,spoons etc stored under the prep table at first prep area not inverted,instructed to invert for minimize possible contamination
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed dirty,grease,broken extremely stained cardboard used for shelves liners,throughout the premises,instructed to remove,surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
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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: Uneven/rough surface cement floor by the foot of the prep table at first prep area not cleanable.instructed to repair with a smooth,cleanable and nonabsorbent material.floor debris and grease under cooking equipment and shelves throughput the all prep areas,instructed to clean and maintain observed lambs hanging from ceiling dripping blood on floor at one compartment sink/mop sink area ,instructed to provided containers so blood doesn't drip on floor
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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: Hole on wall under the prep table at front prep area,instructed to seal with a smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface. Broken wall at south area behind the stored dry food,by the exit rear door,instructed to repair with a smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed food build up on shelves at prep areas, grease build up on ventilation hood filters at front prep, exterior of sinks with food debris, interior of meat saw with food accumulation. Instructed manager to clean and maintain 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 litter/dust build up on basement floor along walls and corners. Instructed manager to clean and maintain floor throughout.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: No thermometer inside 2-door front prep cooler (along cookline) also no metal stem thermometer for food handlers. Instructed manager to provide thermometer for said cooler and provide and calibrate metal stem thermometer for food handlers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Basement storage room floor cluttered (unused shelves). Instructed manager to elevate all shelves/items 6" off floor to prevent potential pest harborage.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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: Must label all bulk food storage containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to install splash guard at hand sink located in the bakery prep area. Cardboard used as a lid for dry storage goods in rear storage room. Instructed to remove and provide tight fitting lid to protect food. Observed food containers of meat stored on the floor of walk-in freezer. Instructed to keep food 6' above floor at all times.
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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 blood from hanging meat dripping onto the floor of the walk-in freezer. Detail clean and maintain floors of the following: walk-in cooler and freezer, under the large mixing bowl in the bakery, and underneath the cooking equipement in the front prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed employee drinks on the prep table in the bakery room. Instructed to keep employee drinks in seperate area away from food prep.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Must provide hair restraints for staff members working in prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Use a proper scoop with handle out of the food for bulk food containers.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical8 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found potentiallyhazardous foods at improper temperature reequirement during display and service. Noted internal temperature of the following smoked products pork bacon at 66.8f, pork ribs at 67.9f, pork loin at 66.1f, homemade sausage at 67.2f, pork butt at 67.5f. Instructed manager, potentially hazardous foods must maintain cold holding temperature of 40f or below and hot holding temperature of 140f or above. Shelf stable test provided from meat industry lab (dated: 04-06-2006) with water activity of smoked pork bacon at .897, smoked pork ribs at .901, smoked pork loin at .897, smoked homemade sausage at .912 and smoked pork butt at .912. Instructed manager for shelf stable test water activity value must be .85 or less. Manager discarded the said food products. Total value $ 70.00, total weight 20 lbs. Critical citation issued 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: Instructed to detail clean, remove rust build-up, repaint or replace prep shelves in rear prep area.----------noted 1 compartment sink in poor repair with rust build-up in rear prep area. Instructed to remove rust, welded smoothly or replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the following: interior and exterior surfaces of all coolers and freezers with dried food debris and grease build-up, prep shelves, storage/counter shelves with grease and dried food debris, hood and filters inside roasting room, interior of chest freezer in basement, metal racks with black mold like build-up inside walk-in cooler.
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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 and maintain walls along the walls with dried food debris, grease and dust build-up in all corners throughout (first floor and basement)
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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: Instructed to detail clean and maintain walls throughout reap prep with dried food and grease spillage. Must clean and/or repaint.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lights must be shielded inside roasting room and in kitchen hood in rear prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide 3 working drain stoppers at 3 compartment sink in rear area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Instructed to remove unnecessary articles and unused equipment stored in basement and in rear area to prevent rodent and insect harborage. Must reorganize.
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Pass
Complaint · 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: Found some food items not properly dated/labeled in walk in cooler, must date and label food items in walk in cooler.
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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 prep table lower shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), cooler shelving 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 cooking equipment, prep tables in kitchen prep areas 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: Peeling paint in kitchen prep area wall shall be repaired/sealed, peeling paint in bsmt bathroom, shall be repaired/sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Light shields in rear kitchen prep area not clean, need cleaning.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 general Show violations
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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 cooking equipment, walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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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 need cleaning, floors in bsmt storage areas 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: Damaged/stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen areas, shall be repaired/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Missing light shields in rear kitchen area, rear storage are shall be provided.
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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 walk in cooler, coolers not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), exhaust canopy not clean, needs cleaning.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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 food items not properly labeled/dated in coolers, must date and label food items in coolers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Prep tables had rust build up in lower shelving, 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: Front display cooler shelving/racks not clean need cleaning(detailed).
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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 prep area under storage racks 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: Damaged wall in rear kitchen prep area had peeling plaster, broken wall tile, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
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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 dining areas nor clean need cleaning(detailed).
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Storage shelving that had exposed raw wood shall be repair/sealed, storage shelving that had peeling paint, shall be repair/sealed, or 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 cooking equipment, prep tables, storage racks not clean need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving, front counter shelving 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 under heavy equipment, cooking equipment, storage shelving not clean need detail cleaning(corners).floors in bsmt. storage areas under shelving, storage areas 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: Damaged stained ceiling tiles in rear kitchen, prep areas, shall be replaced.Walls, ceiling in rear kitchen prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Missing light shields inrear kitchen storage/prep area shall be provided, light shields in kitchen prep areas, front counter/prep areas not clean need detailed cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exhaust canopy had excess grease build up needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation)in walk in coolers, kitchen prep areas, and bathrooms need detailed cleaning.
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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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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Foods stored in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to labed and all foods not in original containers and bulk storage containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Sinks, cooking equipment, prep tables/counter, coolers, bulk storage containers and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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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: Floor along wallbase, through-out prep area, behind equipment and under display shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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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: Light, ventilation covers and ceiling tile not maintained. Instructed to detail clean all covers and replace any damaged ceiling tile.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Unnecessary articles stored through-out in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles, detail clean and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 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: Evidence of rodent activity found on premises. Found and observed approximately 30 mice dropping under front display shelves. Instructed to reomve all rodent activity, detail clean and sanitize areas. Serious citation issued 7-38-030.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Foods stored in coolers not labeled or dated. Instructed to labed and all foods not in original containers and bulk storage containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Sinks, cooking equipment, prep tables/counter, coolers, bulk storage containers and utensils not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.
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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: Floor along wallbase, through-out prep area, behind equipment and under display shelves not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean daily.
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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: Light, ventilation covers and ceiling tile not maintained. Instructed to detail clean all covers and replace any damaged ceiling tile.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Unnecessary articles stored through-out in basement. Instructed to remove all unused articles, detail clean and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: Russian salad on the plastic container for sale has no label. Instructed to provide label/name of the product. Address of the establishment.
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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 in detail the following: all the lids and exterior of all the bulk containers with flour, sugar, bread crumbs; all the bread mixers, bread cutter machine; all the bottom shelve of all the prep tables in the prep area and inside the roasting room.
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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 clean in detail the floor along the wall base, all corner, under all the cooking equipment, under all the coolers, under all the storage dry shelvings and under all the prep tables.
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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: Damaged walls base by the mop sink rear area and cabbage barrel in the basement,instructed to repair and maintain. Vent inside the roasting room, with heavy dust built up. Instructed to clean and maintain.must clean in detail all the light shield in the roasting room. Hood and filter in the front prep area and in the kitchen with accumulated dust must clean in detail and maintain.damaged walls behind the door in the basement, must repair and maintain. Must readjust the molding in between the exit door.
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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.