Original Pancake House
10437 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643
Restaurant ZIP 60643 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 17, 2026
Original Pancake House was last inspected on August 17, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations.
Latest inspection
August 17, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
4 general1 paperwork-
GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Found wiping cloths stored on the prep table. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (sanitizer must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.
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: Found the cutting board on the short reach in cooler in front of the cooking equipment with dark grooves and stains. Instructed to sand or replace cutting board to maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Found the lower surface of the reach in coolers and the chest reach in freezer with ice build up, food and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain coolers/freezers.
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: Found the floors in the basement and on the 1st fl with standing water, dirt and debris in the corners and under/around the cooking/cooling equipment. Instructed to find source of where the water is coming from, fix it and maintain clean and dry floors.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Found food handlers on site with no food handler's certificates. Instructed to have all food handlers obtain and maintain a valid food handlers certificate.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
Inspection history
33 inspections on record
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
5 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 food splatter under the hot lamp area where the plates are held. 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
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the gasket seals on the low two door reach in cooling unit of the pancake topping prep area loose and coming apart near the hinges. 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 the floor of the walk in cooling unit in need of a detail cleaning under the shelving along the walls. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the sides of the cooking equipment on the hotline side with a build up of grease and food spillage. Instructed to clean and maintain all as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.
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 the floor of the rear food prep area under and around all cooking and non cooking equipment in need of a detail cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed the outter greay area of the ice machine with the start of a build up of some form of possible calcium. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed large cutting board in the rear at the main cooking line badly stained and with deep cutting grooves. Instructed to replace as a means of preventing possible contamination.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following areas with a build up of dirt, food debris and wall splatter... The rear prep area where fruit and other items are prepared and the front main cooking station area under and around all cooking equipment, floor, wall and lower shelving. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Interior of ice machine in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Interior of microwave in need of detail cleaning. 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
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Leak at basement wall area in need of correcting instructed to correct leak and remove all standing water.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Handwashing sink in dishwashing prep area not maintaining 100 degrees or more. Water temperature is 74 degrees. Instructed to have sink corrected and maintain proper temperature priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Interior of ice machine in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Interior of microwave in need of detail cleaning. 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
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Leak at basement wall area in need of correcting instructed to correct leak and remove all standing water.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation not corrected from aril 24, 2024 report #2593314 #60 previous core volations not corrected from march 9, 2023 report #2572276, #55 6-501.11 observed walls and ceiling in poor repair(openings, peeling paint, etc) behind and above soda dispenser units and single service articles in basement. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Walls and ceilings shall be smooth and easily cleanable instructed to correct and maintain. Priority violation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: See violation #59
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical10 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler cutting fresh tomatoes with bare hands. Instructed manager and food handler to always use gloves when handling ready to eat tcs food items. Hands food handler stop process wash hands and put on gloves. All cut tomatoes were discarded at this time. Total value $20 3 lbs priority violation 7-38-010 citation issued
Official wording (code 9)
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Found interior of ice machine with heavy build up of a black substance at ice chute and a gray substance at the front panel of ice machine. Instructed manager to remove all ice, clean and sanitize machine. Clean, sanitize and maintain machine. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw shelled eggs in a bucket not under refrigeration at 55.6 degrees, observed a bucket of pooled eggs not under refrigeration at 58.8 degrees. Instructed to have egg products at 41.0 degrees or below at all times. Eggs were discarded at this time. Total value $ 25 8 lbs priority 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed fly activity in basement and dry storage/3 comp sink area. Observed 15-20 flies on ceiling, walls, and boxes. Instructed to clean all areas contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020 (a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Rear door in need of rodent proofing. Gap at bottom of door. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed several knives being stored between the wall and dish table at dish machine area. Instructed to remove utensils and not have them stored in that location. Correct and maintain.
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: Large can opener in need of detail cleaning to remove build up. Instructed to clean or replace blade at this time. Correct 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: Cutting boards in need of replacing when worn with discoloration. Replace cutting board at servers area and omlette station. Correct 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: All cooking equipment on front line in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the dishmachine, dish table and pot scrubber sink with heavy debris build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain clean.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: During inspection found no hot water at 3 compartment sink, and 3 handsinks on site. Water temperature 55-70 degrees. Hot water was restored during inspection water now at 120 degrees. Instructed to maintain water hot at all times. Priority 7-38-030 (c) citation issued
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: See violation #60
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core volations not corrected from march 9, 2023 report #2572276, #55 6-501.11 observed walls and ceiling in poor repair(openings, peeling paint, etc) behind and above soda dispenser units and single service articles in basement. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Walls and ceilings shall be smooth and easily cleanable. #55 6-501.12 observed accumulated fooo debris and spills on floors and floor drains in prep, storage and dish washing areas. Observed debris on floor along walls and corners in basement. Instructed manager to clean and maintain. #58 2-102.13 observed no allergen training available for certified manager on duty. All certified managers must provide allergen training. Instructed to correct previous core volations and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: See violation #60
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical7 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing sign at rear hand washing sink in dish washing 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
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to store all food items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observedc single service articles stored under exposed pipes in basement storage area. Instructed manager to remove single service articles or encase piping to protect from overhead leakage.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used as shelving in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for storage.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and spills on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, coolers, cooking equipment, mixers, shelving units, cabinets. Instructed manager to clean and maitnain.
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 walls and ceiling in poor repair(openings, peeling paint, etc) behind and above soda dispenser units and single service articles in basement. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Walls and ceilings shall be smooth and easily cleanable.
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 accumulated fooo debris and spills on floors and floor drains in prep, storage and dish washing areas. Observed debris on floor along walls and corners in basement. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shields in ventilation hood. Instructed manager to replace and maitnain.
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 allergen training available for certified manager on duty. All certified managers must provide allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at handsinks in rear prep area or men's and women's restrooms. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in rear kitchen dish area, walk-in cooler, and basement dry storage area. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain all items at least six inches from floor at all times
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 build up on floors under cooking equipment and dish washing area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed children's menu with beverage offerings out of compliance. Instructed person in charge to remove items out of compliance with rules for children's beverage offerings in restaurant. Sample left on-site from cdph.
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic with no verifiable city of chicago sanitation manager certification on site.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at handsinks in rear prep area or men's and women's restrooms. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed 3-compartment sink to be extremely slow draining, with water unable to be properly drained at this time from middle compartment. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-025 citation issued.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in rear kitchen dish area, walk-in cooler, and basement dry storage area. Instructed person in charge to organize and maintain all items at least six inches from floor at all times
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 build up on floors under cooking equipment and dish washing area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed children's menu with beverage offerings out of compliance. Instructed person in charge to remove items out of compliance with rules for children's beverage offerings in restaurant. Sample left on-site from cdph.
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Pic in charge with no verifiable city of chicago sanitation manager certificate on site while tcs foods(eggs, ham, sausage, oatmeal) are being prepared and served.instructed person in charge to obtain and maintain on-site for verification. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the 3 comp sink in the rear at the neck of the faucet. Must repair 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 missing ceiling tiles in the dish washing area by the office. Must 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: Floors in the kitchen need cleaning to remove spills and/or debris.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified manager must provide and maintain their allergen training as required by the new code. Must comply or citations will be issued.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate backflow preventer device on waterline of ice machine. Instructed that backflow preventer device must be located to be serviced and maintained.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floor area need re-grouting in the rear 3- compartment sink / prep area. Must repair floor areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold temperaturres of (tcs) foods. Approx 10-lbs of cooked turkey sausage inside cooler at 49.7f,2-lbs of cooked chicken sausage at improper temperature of , 46.f, 50.0f. Instructed maintain cold foods at 41.of or below. Foods removed and discrded by pic at cost approx $40.00. Priority violation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Evidence of improper pest control on premises. Observed 48 mice dropping on floors and under crate in basement storage area. Instructed to clean/sanitize all areas. Recommened pest service. Priority foundation issued 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate backflow preventer device on waterline of ice machine. Instructed that backflow preventer device must be located to be serviced and maintained.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floor area need re-grouting in the rear 3- compartment sink / prep area. Must repair floor areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
4 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 sink in cooking area and rear prep/dish washing area. Instructed manager to install hand washing sinks with hot and cold running water, soap and paper towels in prep and dish washing areas for proper hand washing. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sink in wait station and rear dish machine area. Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
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 ready to eat ham, deli meats, whipping cream not properly labeled and dated in walk-in and reach-in coolers. Instructed manager to properly label and date all food in in coolers. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory and disclosure/reminder on menu. Instructed manager to post consumer advisory and disclosure/reminder on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled gaskets on prep coolers doors in cooking area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all cooler gaskets. Observed food debris on cooking equipment, prep coolers, and prep tables. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under dish machine. Instructed manager to repair leaking drainpipe 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 openings along baseboards in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to seal all openings along baseboards. Observed water seeping through walls and basement storage area. Instructed manager to seal and repair walls throughout basement.
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 grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on fan in walk-in cooler, light shields in cooking area and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields and ceiling/wall vents.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose light shield in rear prep/storage area. Instructed manager to secure loose light shield.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
8 critical10 general 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: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and procedures. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
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 sink in cooking area and rear prep/dish washing area. Instructed manager to install hand washing sinks with hot and cold running water, soap and paper towels in prep and dish washing areas for proper hand washing. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sink in wait station and rear dish machine area. Hand washing signs shall be posted at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was held below a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed two containers of corn beef hash stored at improper temperature 114.6f-124.5f in prep area during inspection. Instructed manager to discard approximately 10lbs and $20 of prodcut. All hot tcs food must maintain 135f or above during storage, preparation, display and service. Priority citation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 21)
Proper hot holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed two containers of diced pork sausage links stored on top of prep cooler at improper temperature 56.9f-58.6f. Instructed manager to discard. All cold tcs food must maintain 41f or below during storage, preparation, display, and service. Priority violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat ham, deli meats, whipping cream not properly labeled and dated in walk-in and reach-in coolers. Instructed manager to properly label and date all food in in coolers. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory and disclosure/reminder on menu. Instructed manager to post consumer advisory and disclosure/reminder on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed over 20 mice droppings on floor along walls and corners behind prep cooler and shelving unit in rear prep/storage area, 20 mice droppings on floor behind ice machine in dish washing area, 20 mice droppings on floor behind paper shredder near rear hand sink in dish washing area, 10 mice droppings inside cabinet under syrup warmer in wait station area, 5 mice droppings inside cabinet under hand sink in wait station area, 5 mice droppings scattered on shelves behind service counter in wait station area, 5 mice droppings on floor near utility sink in dish washing area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-020(a)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom of rear delivery door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.
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 stock stored on floor in rear prep/dish washing area. All stock shall be elevated six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on counters in prep area. Wiping cloths shall be stored in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled gaskets on prep coolers doors in cooking area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all cooler gaskets. Observed food debris on cooking equipment, prep coolers, and prep tables. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize all food and non-food contact surfaces and equipment.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under dish machine. Instructed manager to repair leaking drainpipe 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 openings along baseboards in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to seal all openings along baseboards. Observed water seeping through walls and basement storage area. Instructed manager to seal and repair walls throughout basement.
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 an excessive amount of unused equipment and articles in basement storage area. Instructed manager to remove all unused equipment and articles to prevent pest 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 grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on fan in walk-in cooler, light shields in cooking area and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields and ceiling/wall vents.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose light shield in rear prep/storage area. Instructed manager to secure loose light shield.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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: Observed the #10 can opener not cleaned. Instructed to clean and sanitize. Also observed the following not clean: interiors of all the under counter coolers, the 2-door oven, stove top area, and flat grill drip tray.
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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 standing water in the dish area and basement. Instructed to dry mop to remove standing water
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed black substance on the caulk of the milk counter. Instructed to remove substance and re-caulk area. Observed condensation and leaking on the ceiling of the walk in cooler and dirt on the walls. Instructed to clean walls and repair leak. Dirt on wall vent in cooking area and missing tiles on wall near the pancake base. Instructed to replace missing tiles and clean walls.
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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: Observed slight build-up at upper interior panel of ice machine .must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed floors,coving not clean of debris between sling door area of prep area and walk in cooler.mst clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed faucet in poor repair, at 1-comp pre soak sink of dish machine.must remove rubber band and repair faucet.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
9 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 walk-in cooler.
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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: Invert all clean multi-use equipment and utensils in dishwashing storage area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove ice buildup inside milk cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean all interior and exterior surfaces of all equipment, prep coolers and door gaskets, stoves, grill, oven, mixers and prep tables in cooking area(spills, food/grease buildup).
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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: Grout loose floor tiles in dish washing areas near dish machine, 3-compartment sink, etc. Clean all floor drains in dish washing and rear prep areas. Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and dish washing 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: Secure loose ceiling tiles and clean all ceiling vents in dishwashing areas. Clean light shields in cooking area(dust buildup).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace two missing light shields in right ventilation hood and damaged light shield in rear prep/dish washing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair and tighten loose faucet on front exposed sink in wait station/beverage area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler. Remove employee purse/bag from slicer in rear prep area and provide separate area for personal belongings. Remove all unused equipment and unnecessary articles in basement storage areas.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed sausage 50.2f, ham 49.6f, and diced tomatoes 49.7f stored at improper temperature on prep table. Instructed manager to discard. All cold food must maintain 40f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Critical violation 7-38-005a
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed poor hygienic practices-food handlers touching face, soiled aprons and washcloths, cleaning equipment with bare hands and preparing food without washing hands between tasks. Instructed manager to monitor employee hand washing. Hands must be washed between tasks and at any time of possible contamination. Observed food handlers touching chopped pecans with bare hands and placing on ready to eat pancakes, touching ready to eat waffles with bare hands and placing on plate, touching ready to eat sausage with bare hands and placing in foil for service. Informed manager there is no bare hand contact with ready to eat food, must use gloves, tongs, spoons, spatulas, etc. Manager previously notified of no bare hand contact on 11-21-14. Critical violation 7-38-010a.
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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: Invert all carryout containers in prep area to protect from contamination.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Seal loose gasket on prep cooler door across from grill in prep area. Defrost interior of milk cooler.
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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 prep coolers, grills, ovens, service counters, prep tables, mixers, holding units.
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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 under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, service, and basement areas (food debris, spills, etc).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Observed two light shields missing in left ventilation hood. Instructed manager to replace missing light shields.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove all unused equipment and unnecessary articles in basement to prevent pest harborage. Elevate soda dispensers off floor in rear storage area. Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Instructed to label all bulk ingredient containers in the rear by the walk in cooler. Maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets in poor condition on a 2 door cooler located in the main kitchen across from the grill. Instructed to replace gaskets. Also observed stock items stored under the pipes in the basement. Instructed manager to remove the product from under the pipes.
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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 with accumulated food debris. Instructed to clean floors along the wall and in all corners.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking pipes with condensation around the pipes located in the basement. Instructed manager to repair all leaking pipes.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed large utensils in the rear prep area unable to submerge in 3 compartment sink or unable to fit in the dish machine. Instructed manager to install sink or dish machine large enough to accommodate large utensils or replace large utensils with smaller utensils.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in the basement. Instructed to remove all unnecessary clutter to prevent pest harborage.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops not properly stored at the front prep station and in the back dish room. Instructed manager to properly store ice scoops.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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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: Debris on floors behind grease trap at 3-comp sink,in basement storage area floors.must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Dip well missing at hand packed ice cream station.must install. Also dusty upper wall vents above cooking line.must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found greasy unclean food holding equipment not being used,stored on floors in basement.must detail clean and properly store or remove from premises.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on upper walls by vents in cooking line prep.must repair
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · 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: Inter cabinet not clean of syurp in waitress station and shelves inside walk in cooler of debris.must clean/maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on upper walls by vents in cooking line prep.must repair
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers/waitress not wearing hair restraints.must provide.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 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: Inter cabinet not clean of syurp in waitress station and shelves inside walk in cooler of debris.must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on upper walls by vents in cooking line prep.must repair.
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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: Observed 2 knifes not properly stored between wall and storage shelve in rear dish area need to provide knife rack.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Need to clean interior of waitstaff front cabinets, counter behind coffee machines and milk dispensor, rear walk-in cooler storage racks.
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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 floor in rear storage under 3 comp. Sink also in corners.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Front cooking area wall/ wall vents dusty need to clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: 4 lights out under front hood need to replace also replace 2 missing light shields same area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Need to provide thermometers for coolers and milk dispensor.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · 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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.CONTINUE TO CLEAN COOKING EQUIPMENT FROM REPORT 1150468 DATE 6/15/12.
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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 repairCONTINUE TO CLEAN FLOORS FROM REPORT 1150468 DATE 6/15/12.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens.CONTINUE TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED IN BASEMENT STORAGE FROM REPORT 1150468 6/15/12.
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Pass
Complaint · 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.OBSERVED RUSTY STORAGE RACK IN THE DISH AREA NEED TO REMOVE RUST OR REPLACE STORAGE SHELF.
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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.NEED TO CLEAN EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT OVEN, STOVE TOP, GRILL DRIP TRAY, AND COOLER DOORS IN THE FRONT PREP/COOKING 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.NEED TO CLEAN BASEMENT FLOOR, NEED TO RETILE HALL WAY TO RESTROOMS,AND LADIES RESTROOM FLOOR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.NEED TO RESEAL ALL NEW WALLS/CEILING IN LADIES RESTROOM, AND HALLWAY TO THE RESTROOMS. CEILING ABOVE WAFFLE MAKER IN POOR REPAIR NEED TO REPAIR.
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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. OBSERVED CLUTTER IN BASEMENT REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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.NEED TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF WAIT STATION UNDER COUNTER CABINETS. NEED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE BLENDER/SHAKE MACHINE.
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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.REMOVE STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.NEED TO REPAIR WALL IN BASEMENT (WATER SEEPAGE).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS.
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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.OBSERVED SPRAYER NOZZEL LEAKING AT 1COMP. DISH MACHINE AND 3 COMP. SINK INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES IMPROPERLY STORED IN THE WAIT STATION ON COUNTER INSTRUCTED TO PLACE IN 100PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, PREP TABLES, GRILL, STOVE, OVEN
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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 NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE, ETC) ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS NEED CLEANING BEHIND AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT (GREASE SPILLS).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS, PREP TABLES, GRILL, STOVE, OVEN
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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 NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT (FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE, ETC) ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS NEED CLEANING BEHIND AND UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT (GREASE SPILLS).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. PREP COOLER IN WAIT STATION AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 51.4F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR. COOLER MUST MAINTAIN 40F OR BELOW. PREP COOLER IS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION AND MUST NOT BE USED UNTIL REINSPECTED BY CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A CITATION ISSUED H59972.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. 8 QUARTS OF HEAVY WHIPPING CREAM STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 49F-51F IN PREP COOLER IN WAIT STATION, 2 1/2 DOZEN EGGS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE 55-60F STORED ON PREP TABLE IN COOKING LINE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN 40F DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION AND SERVICE. CRITICAL VIOLATION CITATION ISSUED H59972.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. CONSUMER ADVISORY NOT POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST ADVISORY PLAIN VIEW OF CUSTOMERS.
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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. DEFROST INTERIOR OF PREP COOLER IN WAIT STATION ICE BUILDUP. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING FOR STORAGE. REPAIR DAMAGED SHELVES AND SURFACES UNDER COUNTER IN WAIT STATION.
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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. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF BEVERAGE MACHINE SPIGOTS AND NOZZLES, GRILL, STOVE, OVEN, PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES, CABINETS
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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 NEED CLEANING UNDER SHELVES IN WALK-IN COOLER (FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS), UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT IN COOKING LINE. GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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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. REPAIR LEAK UNDER SINK IN WAIT STATION.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS AND HANDLES ON PREP COOLER DOORS. REPAIR DAMAGED SHELVES AND SURFACES UNDER COUNTER IN WAIT STATION.
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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. FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF BEVERAGE MACHINE SPIGOTS AND NOZZLES, GRILL, STOVE, OVEN, PREP COOLERS, PREP TABLES, CABINETS
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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 NEED CLEANING UNDER SHELVES IN WALK-IN COOLER (FOOD DEBRIS, SPILLS). GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN ALL 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 AND CEILINGS NEED CLEANING IN KITCHEN ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT(DUST BUILDUP). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainpipe under exposed sink in wait station.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store mopheads upright to prevent pest breeding.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.