Pass

Guerreros Pizza

2024 S California Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Oct 19, 2026

Guerreros Pizza was last inspected on October 19, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

October 19, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

3 general
  • GeneralFood handling

    Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

    Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (a;b;d): observed a cutting board stored on the floor along the side of the two-door refrigerator in the main prep area. Instructed to properly store and maintain.

    Official wording (code 44)

    Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: 4-501.11: observed the left door on the prep cooler across from the flat-top grill not able to close and remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    Official wording (code 47)

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

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed roach feces on the wall in the crevices of the light switch above the handwashing sink in the main food prep area. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain area.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

27 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed probe stem thermometer for taking food temperatures not turning on at the time of the inspection. Must repair or replace and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005, citation issued

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1 live roach, 8 small flies, and 2 big flies on site at the time of the inspection. The live roach were observed in the basement area where the chest freezer is stored, the small flies in the basement area and toilet room, the big flies flying around the facility. Instructed to eliminate live roach, small and big fly activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dead roaches on the floor throughout the basement area. Instructed remove dead roaches, clean and sanitize all affected areas and maintain.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a cutting board stored on the floor along the side of the two-door refrigerator in the main prep area. Instructed to properly store and maintain.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the left door on the prep cooler across from the flat-top grill not able to close and remain closed. Instructed to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed roach feces on the wall in the crevices of the light switch above the handwashing sink in the main food prep area. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION (57)FOOD HANDLER TRAINING NOT CORRECTED FROM 12/3/24, REPORT #2608304. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED #7-42-090. Violation Codes: 2-102.13 Inspector Comments: 2-102.13 OBSERVED A MALE FOOD HANDLER WITHOUT PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. INSTRUCTED TO MEET REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  3. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign at the 1st floor food prep hand washing sink. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.112 observed dead insects in between the wall and 2 door refrigerator located in the 1st floor food prep area and in various areas on the floor in the basement prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a male food handler without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirements for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing sign at the 1st floor food prep hand washing sink. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of live insect activity on site. Observed about 5 live cockroaches in various areas of the food prep area and customer dining area. Instructed to eliminate live cockroach activity, clean and sanitize affected areas, and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.112 observed dead insects in between the wall and 2 door refrigerator located in the 1st floor food prep area and in various areas on the floor in the basement prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed a male food handler without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirements for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  5. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at hand washing sink in basement prep area. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed damaged gaskets on reach-in cooler door in first floor prep area. Observed no stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed open meat stored inside grocery bags in coolers and freezers. Instructed manager to properly store food inside food storage bags or containers.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris and dead insects on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in basement storage area. Instructed manager to clean and maintian.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unsed articles and equipment in basement storage area. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager on duty. All certified managers must provide valid allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  6. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the toilet room receptacle without a cover. Instructed to provide a covered receptacle and maintain

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on the grill exhaust hood and water stained ceiling tiles throughout the facility. Instructed to repair, replace and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floors throughout the facility(front prep, rear prep and basement prep) with accumulation of food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed an accumulation of unused cooking equipment, boxes, chairs, ladders, etc in the basement storage room. Instructed to clean, organize, and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkFood handling

      The inspection summary report wasn’t posted for the public.

      Inspector’s note: NO SUMMARY REPORT POSTED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO POST FOR CONSUMERS TO VIEW AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-010(b)

      Official wording (code 61)

      Summary report displayed and visible to the public

  7. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed policy on premises but missing some necessary items, and disinfectant rated for norovirus. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood handling

      No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.

      Official wording (code 32)

      Variance obtained for specialized processing methods

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several water damaged ceiling tiles, and dusty tiles, instructed to replace water damaged tiles, and remove the dust.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed expired food handler certificates on premises, instructed to provide updated certificates.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  8. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employe health policy, instructed to provide.priority foundation 7-38-010,no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

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

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a variety of ready to eat foods/tcs foods prepared, packaged and held for over 24 hours without proper labeling/date marking.instructed to clearly mark the date or day which the food shall be consumed,sold or discarded when held at a temperature of 41*f or less for a maximum of 7 days priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no food temperature measuring device on premises at this time, instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping clothes improperly stored on condiment cutting board, instructed to store in proper sanitizing solution when not in use.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 1st floor cuting board stained, instructed to replace, also clean and sanitize basement #10 can opener.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed pizza dough mixer bowl unable to fully submerge in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide equipment able to fully submerge in basins of 3 compartment sink, or have a written procedure for alternative manual warewashing equipment.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

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

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace the torn door gaskets for the pizza prep cooler and the basement 2 door cooler which are held on with duct tape. Must repair and maintain all door gaskets. Observed frozen foods stored in plastic grocery bags in the freezer. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Eliminate excessive clutter from the basement storage room to eliminate pest harborage conditions.

  10. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  11. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed one door refrigerator with potentially hazardous foods inside said refrigerator, located in the basement at a temperature of 61.6f. Observed prep cooler located behind the front customer service counter at an ambient air temperature of 66.7f. Prep cooler unit temperature was lowered and at 40f by the end of inspection. Instructed all refrigeration units have to maintain a cold temperature of 40f or below at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being stored. Manager removed and discarded all potentially hazardous foods in said one door refrigerator during in unit tagged and held for inspection by cdph. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures; 10lbs of ham at 59f, 5 gallons of milk at 58f, 30 lbs of pork at 57.5f and 5lbs of deli meat at 57f, 1 lb. Of chopped tomatoes 54f, 1 lb of cheese at 52f, and 1/2lb of chopped lettuce at 52f. All products were valued at $200. Manager discarded and denatured said items during inspection. Instructed to keep all potentially hazardous foods at 40f or below at all times. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Observed employee preparing a burrito and using his bare hands to touch ready to eat foods (chopped lettuce, chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese). Instructed not to use bare hands when preparing ready to eat foods and to always use clean food grade disposable gloves, spoons, or tongs and maintain. Critical violation 7-38-010(a)(b).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed 5 live roaches under the exposed hand sink located in the food prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected area and recommended contacting pest control. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets on the front prep coole,r located upstairs, and on the 2 door refrigerator, located in the basement, all in poor repair. Observed cutting boards stain with dark grooves located in the food prep area. Instructed to replace all and maintain. Observed rust on the shelves of the one door refrigerator located in the basement. Instructed to remove rust and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food and grease debris under the flat top grill and inside of the fryer and pizza ovens. Observed inside of all refrigeration units are in need of detail cleaning to remove food debris. Instructed to clean all and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall behind cooking equipment with accumulated grease debris. Observed vents in washroom, above 3 compartment sink and above cooking equipment with accumulated dust debris. Instructed to clean all and maintain

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers inside of one door reefrigeration unit located in the basement and prep cooler located in the food prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair damaged gasket on pizza prep cooler door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under fryer(grease buildup).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install back flow prevention device on utility sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding. Remove unused articles and equipment in basement storage area to prevent pest harborage.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates for all employees.

  13. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  14. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

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

      No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of more than 50 plus live small and large roaches infestation throughout food preparation areas crawling on kitchen food prep areas walls,crawling on kitchen equipment and shelvings next to the 3 compartment sink areas,on gaskets and on motors of coolers ,and dead roaches on floors and walls in same areas,crawling on walls and on electric panel at rear near the customer seating,toilet room area,and in between mail envelope clipboard on kitchen wall.also,over 30 live fruit flies on walls and ceilings of food prep areas,customer seating areas.must detail clean and sanitize all affected areas,remove cluttered conditions,rear screen door must be secured and insect proofed,pest control service is now reccomended. Critical violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All prepared food items inside the coolers must be properly dated and labeled and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Must properly store and invert all multi use kitchen cooking equipments/utensils and single service articles to prevent contamination before use and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace gaskets at several kitchen 2 door coolers and basement food prep coolers and remove knifes,pizza utensils stored behind the pizza food prep station-must wash-rinse--sanitize these areas and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean interiors/exteriors of coolers,sides of hot cooking equipments,hood/filters above the cooking equipments,behind front service counters,shelvings front and kitchen shelvings,prep tables,interior/exteriors of cooking equipments,deep fryer etc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean heavy grease and food debri from floors along,around,under,wallbases throughout and in floor drains throughout the premises and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove dusts accumulations on the ventilation cover inside the toilet room and maintain.the walls and ceilings throughout the food establishment must be washed-rinsed-sanitized and replace damaged ceiling tiles in 1st floor food prep area.all noticeable openings cracks/crevices must be sealed and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair water leak at base of faucet at the basement food prep exposed handsink and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove unnecessary articles stored throughout the premises in detail and remaining articles must be properly cleaned,sanitized and stored at least 6" off floor/wall for easier cleaning.

  15. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  16. Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

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

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Found approximately 5 live roaches on wall and ceiling behind the refrigeration units stored on the north wall of basement dry storage areas and inside the bottom compartment of deep fryer at front food service area.also,the rear screen door is torn and bottom left corner has a 1/2" mode of pest entry.instructed to remove said pest and clean sanitize all affected areas,pest proof said door to prevent pest entry,pest control service now reccomended.serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Clean multi-use kitchen food equipments,sigle service articles must be properly stored,inverted to prevent contamination before use (handles up).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following require a detail cleaning interior compartment of deep fryer,dides of hot cooking equipments,kitchen shelvings,manual can opener in basement food prep,gaskets inside of coolers,shelvings behind front counter service areas etc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors along walls and in all corners throughout the premises including basement food prep/dry storage and remove dead roaches from rear of coolers where noted.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Overhhas grill vent/canopy has build up of grease. Must degrease and detail clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Toilet room door must be self closing.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Mop sink left water handle has a water leak and dripping-instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Unnecessary articles in basement prep area/dry storage must be removed due to potential pest harborage.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Overhhas grill vent/canopy has build up of grease. Must degrease and detail clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide refrigeration and probe thermometers.

  18. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean and sanitize large mixing bowl, slicer. Clean interior of 2 door cooler front prep.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean ceiling light shields.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed new raw wood storage shelves in basement dry storage area need to seal.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to defrost 1st. Basement upright freezer.clean and sanitize #10 can opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Water damaged ceiling tiles need to replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 3 comp. Sink nozzel leaking need to repair.

  20. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: The dish racks are dirty, clean and sanitize them regularly.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floor in the west side dry storeage room in the basement under the racks are thick with dirt buildup. Also detail clean the main basement floor along the walls and in the corners. Instructed to scrap and remove the dirt buildup and clean and sanitize all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The ceiling tiles above the oven are stained. Clean or reseal the ceiling so it is a light color. Clean the dirty backsplash behind the 3 compartment sink.

  21. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • 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: Over 40 mouse droppings were found in the basement utility storage and food storage area, the front door was propped wide open the entire inspection, install a screen door or keep the doors closed. Remove all evidence of pest activity.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: The can opener is dirty; wash, rinse and sanitize the opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The dish racks are dirty, clean the racks and sanitize them regularly.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors under the pizza oven,in the bathroom and basement are dirty, clean and maintain the floors.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The ceilings above the oven are stained, clean or reseal the ceiling so it is a light color. Clean the dirty backsplash behind the 3 compartment sink.

  22. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  23. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: The two door hotline cooler has dirty, taped up gaskets. Clean and reseal the cooler door so it is sanitary. Clean the greasy sides of the front cooking equipment.

  24. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • 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: Two dead roaches, 2 live india meal moths in the basement dry storage and over 30 mouse droppings were found in the basement floor perimeter, in front of the toilet room door and under the basement stairs. Clean up all evidence of pest activity.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. THE BASEMENT SHELVES AND TABLES ARE DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE ABOVE IN DETAIL.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The two door hotline cooler has dirty, taped up gaskets. Clean and reseal the cooler door so it is sanitary. Clean the greasy sides of the front cooking equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The kitchen floors are dirty, moved equipment and clean behind all equipment.

    • 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 behind the sink are dirty, clean the walls.

  25. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  26. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 general Show violations
    • 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 30-35 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE NORTH WALL BEHIND THE REACHIN FREEZERS FRONT MAIN DOOR HAS A ONE FOURTH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR AND THE BACK SCREEN DOOR HAS A ONE INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UP THE AREA AND CALL YOUR LICENSED PEST CONTROL TECH TO SERVICE THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAKE BOTH DOORS TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. CLEAN THE HOODS AND THE FILTERS IN THE PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE BASEMENT.

    • 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. CLEAN THE VENT IN THE PREP AREA THICK WITH BUILDUP.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 2 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.