Letiza's Natural Bakery / Enoteca Roma
2144-2146 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Restaurant ZIP 60622 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Oct 26, 2026
Letiza's Natural Bakery / Enoteca Roma was last inspected on October 26, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
October 26, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical2 general-
CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed slight mineral build up inside of soda gun located at front coffee bar. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Heavy ice build up on the ceiling inside of walk in freezer. Must defrost.
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 minor food spills on floor around the mixer machine in prep area. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
28 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed a slight debris accumulation encrusted on the interior of the ice machine.must remove debris, detail clean inside ice machine/have serviced and maintain ice machine at all times.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers inside refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment.instructed to provide visible accurate working thermometers in refrigeration units and maintain.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All prep area wiping cloths must be held in a container with a sanitizing solution between use and maintain.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the kitchen exhaust hood system/filters to remove accumulation of grease build-up 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: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM INSPECTION #2618920 DATED:06/10/2025 #10---6-301.14: Handwashing Signage MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. FRONT PREP AREA & BASEMENT PREP AREA AND BAR. #37---3-302.12: Food Storage Containers Identified with Common Name of Food MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE (SQUEEZE BOTTLES,BULK,ETC) #39---3-305.11: Food Storage-Preventing Contamination from the Premises OBSERVED FOOD BOXES STORED ON FLOOR IN BASEMENT WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER,1ST FL. REAR PREP AREA MUST ELEVATE TO PREVENT CROSS CONTAMINATION AND STORE PROPERLY. #43---3-304.12: In-Use Utensils, Between-Use Storage OBSERVED SCOOPS STORED INSIDE OF BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS MUST REMOVE AND STORE PROPERLY. #47---4-501.11: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment- Equipment MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON FRONT 2- DOOR PREP COOLER,DAMAGED…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical12 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: Must provide hand washing signs at hand sinks in 1st fl. Front prep area & basement prep area and bar.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package (squeeze bottles,bulk,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 a gap along bottom of rear door of bakery and restaurant side front door must make tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food boxes stored on floor in basement walk in cooler & freezer,1st fl. Rear prep area must elevate to prevent cross contamination and store properly.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed scoops stored inside of bulk food storage containers must remove and store properly.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gaskets on front 2- door prep cooler,damaged lids on bulk food storage containers.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must eliminate crates used for food storage in prep areas,walk in cooler and provide adequate shelving units for storage.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn/deep grooves on cutting boards in front & rear prep areas.
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: Must clean food debris and grease build up from all coolers and freezers,dish racks,fryer cabinets,hand washing sinks in prep areas,basement walk in cooler shelving units , fan guard covers & compressor unit.
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: Must clean dust build up from wall vents.
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 clean food debris and dirt build up from walls throughout rear prep area,basement walk in cooler.
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 provide a hooking system to hang up wet mops in mop sink closet.
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 clean grease and food debris build up from floor mats,floors under,around,along wall bases throughout prep and bar areas including floor drains.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed an expired food allergen training for food manager must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the sides of the cooking equipment with a build up of grease and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible feeding of pest and or insects.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the walk in freezer in the basement floor with a build up of debris and frozen food items on the floor. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a large hole in the rear food prep area wall just left of the three compartment sink. Instructed to repair and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect entering.
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 a build up of dirt, dust and debris under equipment in the front food serivce area along the walls. Instructed to clean all areas and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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 gaskets on the inside of small salad reach-in cooler next to mixer. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food residue on the shelving in the walk-in cooler in the basement and in between gaskets for all reach-in coolers in the kitchen. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food derbis on the walk-in freezer floors in the basement. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: Observed facility not meeting thawing requirements. Food handler thawing frozen pull pork in three compartment sitting in an empty compartment. Informed food handler of proper thawing methods ( must utilize running water with enough volatility when thawing). Must meet proper thawing requirements and maintain
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in coole. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed torn door gasket inside of the 2 door cooler in the kitchen near the dish machine. Instructed to replace.
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 milk crates being used as shelving throughout bakery area and walk=in cooler located in the outside basement. Must remove and provide shelving that is 6" off the floor and provides floor accessibility to ensure adequate facility cleaning.
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 excessive debris in the interior of the walk-in freezer. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a burnt out light bulb in the women toilet room. Instrcuted to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired food handler certificates. Instructed to maintain records at all times.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs or posters near hand washing sink located in the basement. Must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must properly label food storage containers when food is not in the original container.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: All employees in food preparation area must wear hair restraints to confine the hair.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths stored on top of prep tables in food preparation area. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitzing solution when not in use to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a few broken floor tiles in front and underneath refrigeration units in food preparation area. Must repair/replace 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 dirt and debris inside walk-in freezer located in the basement. Must clean floor and must maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Meat slicer not cleaned properly behind blade, encrusted food debris noted behind blade housing, instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting in basement's walk-in cooler, instructed to install.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs foods stored at improper temperature inside 2-door tall refrigerator located in kitchen food prep area. Observed chicken at 46.6f. Manager immediately and voluntarily discarded food approximately 2 lbs of food value of $10.00. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued. Cos
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored on top on ice bin in front bar area. Must properly store ice scoops in a clean container to prevent contamination.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris on floor inside liquor room in basement. Must 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: See violation#60
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: Previous core violations not corrected from 02/07/19 report#2261646.#56 observed excessive dust accumulation on ceiling ventilation vents inside washrooms and throughout food prep areas. Must clean and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkFood handling
The inspection summary report wasn’t posted for the public.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED PREVIOUS INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT NOT POSTED AT PLAIN VIEW OF ESTABLISHMENT CUSTOMERS. GIVEN INSPECTION SUMMARY REPORT TODAY INSTRUCTED TO POSTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(b)CITATION ISSUED COS
Official wording (code 61)
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
4 critical12 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: The person in charge unable to provide employee health policy. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: The person in charge unable to provide procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events.instructed to provide procedure and item such as mask, gloves, disposable mops, and appropriate sanitizer. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No 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 signs or posters near hand washing sinks throughout premises. Instructed to provide.
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 no proper date marking on tcs foods held more than 24 hours. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must properly label food storage containers when food is not in the original containers.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths store on top of prep tables in main kitchen food prep area and hand sinks in front bar area. Must properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must replace torn door gasket at the 2-door tall cooler located next to 3-compartment sink in rear main kitchen area.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed rusty storage shelving inside walk-in cooler located in the basement. Must repaint 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: Stoppers needed at the 3-compartment sink in food prep area and front bar area. Must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Backflow preventer device not located at the coffee machines and service sink.instructed to install so that can be located to be service and maintain.
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 clutter and unnecessary articles in basement. Must remove clutter and unnecessary article to prevent rodent harborage.
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 peeling paint on ceiling above 2-door tall refrigerator in main kitchen food prep area. Must repaint 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 big opening into north side wall of basement. Must repair 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 wall caulking behind 3-compartment sink in rear main kitchen food prep area. Blackened moldy peeling. Must clean and repair.
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 dirt and food debris on walls behind dishmachine,coolers and storage shelving must 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 excessive dust accumulation on ceiling ventilation vents inside washrooms and throughout food prep areas. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food managers on site with the required allergen training. Instructed that all certified food managers must complete food allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 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: Must clean the following equipment: interior of the reach in coolers, exterior of the cooking equipment and the exterior of the large bulk storage containers.
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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 floors in the rear prep/dishwashing area dirty and in poor repair. Must clean and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.
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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: Noted the wall with exposed brick behind the front prep area where the panini's are made. Instructed to seal and/or cover brick in that area. Must clean the ceiling area above the prep table and dishwasher to remove dust.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place
Inspector’s note: Observed unpasteurized juices inside the front display cooler for sell. Instructed manager to discard and not to continue. Unapproved source for juices. No citation issued at this time.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock
Inspector’s note: Noted the dishwasher with chemical sanitizer read 0ppm at this time of inspection. Instructed manager to set up the 3 compartment sink until the dishwasher is repair and properly able to sanitize. Dishwasher tagged/held for inspection. Serious citation issued #7-38-030.
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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 the following equipment: interior of the reach in coolers, exterior of the cooking equipment and the exterior of the large bulk storage containers.
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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 floors in the rear prep/dishwashing area dirty and in poor repair. Must clean and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.
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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: Noted the wall with exposed brick behind the front prep area where the panini's are made. Instructed to seal and/or cover brick in that area. Must clean the ceiling area above the prep table and dishwasher to remove dust.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found ripped gaskets around the refrigerator door of the 2-door refrigerator in the kitchen. Instructed to replace gaskets and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to have the hoodvents serviced to eliminate grease and dust buildup.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Detail clean the interior surface of the reach-in cooler behind the bar where liquor is stored to remove liquid buildup and maintain.
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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 the sides of the cooking equipment and the lower compartments of the deep fryers to remove grease and food debris buildup and maintain.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
3 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: Middle reach-in freezer in the kitchen door handle is broken and partial missing,instructed to provide handle for the said unit
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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: Broken floor tiles under the display cooler at bakery area,in instructed to replace.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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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: Brick walls at north side of behind the bakery counter and at restaurant side by the door in poor repair,white surface on them which crumbles on floor and on the touch.need to seal.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Found display prep(pizza)cooler maintaining air temp of 69.7f top part and 54.2f bottom part(interior) at temp of 54.2f.potentially hazardous food were stored inside the unit:cooked roast beef,cooked turkey breast,goat cheese etc.unit must maintain air temp of 40f and below. Tagged unit"held for inspection" do not use. Critical violation:7-38-005(a)
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous foods were found stored inside the display pizza cooler at temp of:cooked sliced peppers with garlic and oil at temp of 65.5f; soft salami at temp of 67.6f; hummus at temp of 67.8f; turkey breast at temp of 47.8f to 48f;sliced roast beef at temp of 52f;a piece of roast beef at temp of 54.6f; pieces of salmon at temp of 67.6f; whole slice salmon at temp od 60.6f;cooked /grilled beets at temp of 50.5f to 58.4f; fresh goat cheese at temp of 50.6f.found cooked three personal sausage cheese pizzas stored inside the front counter display non-refrigerator case at temp of 81.5f,83f and 83.6f cold food must maintain temp of 40f and below,hot food 140f and above.food discarded and denatured by the employee and manager.pounds 30,value 70 critical violation:7-38-005(a)
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exposed hand sink in the kitchen not maintained: extremely slowly draining. If more than one employee washes hands, must wait for water to drain,and if hands are washed back to back water will overflow from sink .instructed to repair said sink. Instructed temporarily to keep kitchen door opened and use washrooms across the hall,located not for from kitchen. Critical violation: 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Middle reach-in freezer in the kitchen door handle is broken and partial missing,instructed to provide handle for the said unit
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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 pop gun holder at bakery and bar area,debris inside the ice bin at bakery area,interior and exterior of cooking equipment with grease build,included inside the deep fryers,instructed to clean ans maintain all mentioned equipments.meat slicer with encrusted food on blade and unit,must clean and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Broken floor tiles under the display cooler at bakery area,in instructed to replace.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material
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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: Brick walls at north side of behind the bakery counter and at restaurant side by the door in poor repair,white surface on them which crumbles on floor and on the touch.need to seal.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent surface
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
5 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: Rubber gaskets on reach in freezers in need of replacing. Correct and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The following in need of cleaning: interior of reach in freezers and coolers, sides of cooking equipment, pop gun and holders, and all sinks to remove all food splatters and build up. Must clean and maintain 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: Floors under and around all equipment in prep area in need of detail cleaning. Floors in dish area under machine and 3 compartment sink in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Floors in bar area in nned of detail cleaning to remove all spills. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls in food prep area in need of detail cleaning to remove all food splatters. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop must be stored in a clean sanitized container at all times.
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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: Label all bulk containers in rear prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all stoves and fryers.
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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: Clean floors along walls and in all corners in prep areas.
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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: Remove peeling paint on ceiling and clean ventilation fan in women washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate al stock off floor in prep and basement storage area. Organize reach-in coolers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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: Clean interior and exterior of fan guards and compressor units of coolers, cooking equipment, stove, fryers, oven, etc.
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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: Seal hole in kitchen south wall behind rolling carts.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Tighten and repair leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink in prep area.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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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 not maintained behind 3 compartment sink. Instructed to remove mold, seal and repaint wall.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Light not provided in utility closet or furnance room. Instructed to install light fixture. Light bulb not shielded in rear prep area. Instructed to shield bulb or install shatter-proof bulb.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Sprayer attached to 3 compartment sink not elevate. Instructed to elevate sprayer above waterline. Drainline at bar draining to exposed handsink. Instructed to reroute drainline to bottom of sink. Sink stoppers not provided for three compartment sink. Instructed to provide stoppers for each compartment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Thermometer not visible inside coolers. Instructed to have thermometer conspicuous 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: Unnecessary articles stored in basement and furnance room. Instructed to remove all unused articles and elevate supplies 6inches or higher and away from wall.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, AND EXTERIOR OF BULK STORAGE CONTAINERS IN KITCHEN AREA
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN BASEMENT AREA FLOOR SURFACES, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR LOW WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK BEHIND BAR AREA AND INSIDE MENS BATHROOM, AND MUST ALSO PROVIDE THREE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER IN BASEMENT STORAGE AREAS, CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN BOTH BASEMENT AREAS, MUST REMOVE SMELLY ODORS FROM UTILITY AREA CLOSET
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
2 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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN VARIOUS AREAS THAT IS APPROXIMATELY 40 LIVE FRUIT FLIES BEHIND BAR COUNTER,APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES BEHIND FRONT PASTRY SERVICE COUNTER,APPROXIMATELY 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES IN KITCHEN AREAS.MUST CLEAN,SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS,PROVIDE MISSING LIDS FOR TRASH CANS,KEEP FLOORS DRY IN SAID AREAS,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RECCOMENDED.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.ALL SHELVINGS,BAR GUNS,TOPS/BOTTOMS OF FOOD PREP TABLES,FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS,COOLERS,CABINETS ETC REQUIRES DETAIL CLEANING.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.FOUND GASKET AT 2 DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: All employees who handle food shall wash their hands as often as necessary to maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and should conform to hygienic practices prescribed by the Board of Health.FOUND FOOD HANDLERS BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER MULTI-TASKING AND NOT WASHING HANDS.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.FOUND NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT EXPOSED HANDSINK BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER--MANAGER CALLED PLUMBER AT THIS TIME FOR REPAIR FURTHERMORE INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DIRECT EMPLOYEES TO KITCHEN APPROXIMATELY 25 FEET FOR HANDWASHING.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.FOUND CLEAN GLASSWARE STORED OUTSIDE REAR PATIO ON SHELVING,SHELVINGS ALONG WALL IN HALLWAY AT BAR AREA WITH MULTI-USE UTENSILS,GLASSWARE ALL SAID AREAS NOT PROTECTED AGAINST PUBLIC CONTAMINATION.
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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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.FOUND APPROXIMATELY 25 DRAIN FLIES IN BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM.MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS,REMOVE STANDING WATER IN SAID ROOM,MAINTAIN FLOOR DRY AT ALL TIMES,PEST CONTROL CO SERVICE NOW RFECCOMENDED.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.FOUND GASKET AT 2 DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN IN POOR REPAIR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.KITCHEN EQUIPMENTS COOLERS,COOKING STOVES,SHELVINGS,CABINETS BEHIND FRONT COUNTERS,BEHIND BAR REQUIRE DETAIL CLEANING,WASTE WATER LINE TO BAR GUN AT BAR NOT INSTALLED.
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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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS UNDER HOT COOKING EQUIPMENTS,3 COMP SINK AREA,BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOM NOT CLEAN,CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM PREMISES--CLEAN,ORGANIZE ALL STORAGE AREAS.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector’s note: Adequate and convenient hand washing facilities shall be provided for all employees.FOUND SOAP DISPENSER ABOVE HANDSINK EMPTY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA DURING THIS INSPECTION WITNESSED BY MANAGER FABIO SORANO.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector’s note: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers.FOUND NO SUMMARY POSTED FOR PUBLIC VIEW FROM 11/9/09.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.KITCHEN COOKING EQUIPMENTS,HANDLES OF HANDSINK,COOLERS,FOOD PREP TABLES,SHELVING,TABLE CAN OPENER,INTERIORS OF CABINETS ETC.
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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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.THROUGHOUT BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTER,KITCHEN REPLACE BROKEN FLOOR TILES UNDER COOLERS,FLOOR COVING IS LOOSE UNDER THE 3 COMP SINK AREAS.
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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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.WALLS BEHIND DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN BASEMENT NOT SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE,SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENINGS ON WALLS/CEILING IN KITCHEN AREAS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated.MENS TOILET ROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.CLEAN,ORGANIZE BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREAS,BENEATH SEATING BOOTHS,SHELVING BEHIND FRONT SERVICE COUNTERS,REMOVE MILK CRATES.
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