Billy Goat

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jun 2, 2025 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   2 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper thawing being done on chicken.thawing must occur with food being placed in the walk in cooler over night, or under cold running water. Instructed to maintain correct thawing procedures and maintain.

     Official wording (code 35)

     Approved thawing methods used

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed knive improperly stored on the handle at the bottom compartment of the deep fryer.instructed to properly store knives in a knife rack to prevent contamination before use and maintain.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager with expired allergen training certificate. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

2. Aug 12, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed nonfood-contact surfaces of ice machine to be soiled with food debris and rust. Instructed to clean nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment at adequate frequency to prevent build up of soil and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

3. Aug 7, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed nonfood-contact surfaces of ice machine to be soiled with food debris and rust. Instructed to clean nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment at adequate frequency to prevent build up of soil and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed central handwashing sink (near 2-door upright cooler) to be slow-draining, but functional. Instructed to repair or replace handwashing sink plumbing to allow for adequate drainage and maintain in good repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed central handwashing sink (near 2-door upright cooler) to be slow-draining, but functional. Instructed to repair or replace handwashing sink plumbing to allow for adequate drainage and maintain in good repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed floor and walls near utility sink to be soiled with old food debris. Instructed to clean physical facilities such as floors and walls at adequate frequency to prevent build up of soil and maintain

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Jun 14, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs food items at improper temperatures for cold-holding: raw beef at 48.1f in the 2-door upright cooler, raw chicken at 55.4f in the front area small line cooler. Instructed to denature and discard out of temperature food items. Person-in-charge denatured and discarded food items at time of inspection. Approximately 25 lbs. Valued approximately $50 discarded on-site. Priority violation. 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed condiment line/reach-in cooler in front area is not in use at time of inspection. Person-in-charge aware that cooler does not maintain sufficient temperature to store tcs foods at 41.0f or below and removed all tcs foods prior to inspection. Cooler tagged and held for inspection at time of inspection. Current internal temperature at 58.0f degrees. Instructed not to use cooler to store tcs food until able to maintain 41.0f or below and cooler is re-inspected by cdph. Priority violation. 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed nonfood-contact surfaces of ice machine to be soiled with food debris and rust. Instructed to clean nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment at adequate frequency to prevent build up of soil and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed central handwashing sink (near 2-door upright cooler) to be slow-draining, but functional. Instructed to repair or replace handwashing sink plumbing to allow for adequate drainage and maintain in good repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed floor and walls near utility sink to be soiled with old food debris. Instructed to clean physical facilities such as floors and walls at adequate frequency to prevent build up of soil and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

5. Dec 4, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Refrigerator thermometer placed in the back behind food containers, instructed to keep in warmest part in an easy-to-view place.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

6. Nov 9, 2022 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop stored directly inside ice chest. Instructed to remove and store ice scoop outside of ice bin.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed knife stored in handle of fryer cabinet door in between use. Instructed to correct.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed slight leak coming from faucet of 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

7. May 10, 2021 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Must post consumer advisory reminder & disclosure statements on menu regarding undercooked eggs for breakfast entrees. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair torn lower door gasket on walk in cooler in rear, instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet on 3-comp sink in rear, instructed to maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must replace burned out lights in kitchen hood, instructed to maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

8. Jun 22, 2020 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

9. Feb 26, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No written employee health policy on site, instructed to obtain.

     Official wording (code 3)

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

10. Aug 28, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed several clean knives stored on counter tops throughout prep area. Instructed must store clean utensils properly to prevent contamination (i.e. a knife box, or holder etc.). Must maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing ceiling tile in rear of prep area. Must repair/replace. Must maintain same.

11. Jul 26, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food build up/grease build up on ventilation hood filters. Must clean filters and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: No thermometer inside condiment reach in cooler. Must provide thermometer inside cooler.

12. Jul 13, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed marinated chicken in the walk in cooler not labeled. Instructed to label all bulk food outside of the original container.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed styrofoam containers and plates at the front service counter that were not inverted. Instructed to invert all food containers. Manager corrected said violation during inspection.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken and torn gaskets on the prep cooler located across from the grill and torn gaskets on the two door refrigerator. Instructed to replace broken gaskets on cooler and refrigerator. Observed rusty grease trap. Instructed to remove rust or paint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and sanitize the interior panel of ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors with grease and food debris under the cooking equipment. Also observed floors under the dry storage shelves and behind the grease trap with debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed minor grease build up on the vents above the grill and fryer. Instructed to clean and maintain.

13. Jul 1, 2014 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Noted a grayish, black and slimy substance at the upper compartment of ice machine dripping onto the ice. Instructed not to use ice machine until properly cleaned and sanitized. Manager immediately called empire company for maintenance. Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted rusty shelves inside walk in cooler and underneath the rear prep table. Instructed to clean, repaint with a non toxic food grade paint and/or replace and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floors along wall base and underneath equipment through out establishment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide enough lighting at inside walk in cooler.

14. Oct 30, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Spry bottles not labeled, instructred to lable and maintin.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Disposable cups used as a food scoop, instructed to use proepr scoop.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Mops and mop bucket stored too close to 3-comp sink. Instructed to store away.

15. Jan 18, 2012 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

      Inspector’s note: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. PREVIOUS INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY FROM 1/10/12 NOT POSTED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT. MANAGER WAS GIVEN A COPY OF TODAY'S INSPECTION REPORT AND WAS INSTRUCTED TO POST IT IN VIEW OF ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-010B.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE GREASE TRAP.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE REAR PREP AREA.

    • 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 THE LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.

16. Jan 10, 2012 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical5 general Show violations

    • 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. FACILITIES DO NOT MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED BEVERAGE COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 52F. COOLER WAS USED TO STORE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS SUCH AS MILK, HALF AND HALF AND ORANGE JUICE. UNIT WAS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. MUST MAINTAIN THE COOLER BELOW 40F. FAX A REINSPECTION LETTER TO (312) 746-4240 TO HAVE THE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG REMOVED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

    • 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. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. OBSERVED MILK AT 55F, HALF AND HALF AT 55F, AND ORANGE JUICE AT 52F. MANAGEMENT DISCARDED APPROXIMATELY 5 GALLONS OF FOOD WORTH $18. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.

    • 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. MUST PAINT AND MAINTAIN THE GREASE TRAP CLEAN.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND THE GREASE TRAP.

    • 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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE REAR PREP AREA.

    • 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 THE LEAKING FAUCET AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.