Big Rays Grill, Inc.

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Apr 17, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: No sanitizer available on site for manual washing at 3-comp sink. Instructed to obtain. Priority violation 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Inadequate rodents and insects control, Found about 15 live cockroaches under counter top and behind coolers, also found about 20 mouse droppings a long wall base in rear dish room. Instructed to eliminate pest activity in all affected areas. pest control service recommended. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(A).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Found numerous cockroaches trapped on glue boards, instructed to remove and clean dead ones.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Soiled cloth and paper towels places on utensils drying rack, Instructed to keep away from clean utensils.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

2. Aug 21, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed internal surfaces of 2 door cooling unit and cold hold attached with green and grey mold like build up accumulated. Instructed to remove, clean and sanitze.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 observed ventilation hood with accumulated dust, dirt and heavy grease debris. Instructed to clean and maintain equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

3. Aug 14, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical4 general Show violations

   • CriticalFood source

     Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.

     Inspector’s note: Obseved thick green and black fuzzy patch growth like build up on internal surfaces of tzatziki sauce and relish as well internal surfaces of said containers. Food was stored inside cold hold unit located in front prep area. Person in charge voluntaritly discarded items at this time. Instructed to provide safe and unadulaterated food and maintain. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 13)

     Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed glue traps on floor throughout front and rear prep area with acumulated amount of roaches. Instructed to remove.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 8 live small and large cocroaches in the following places during time of inspection, they are as follows: inside container where syrup dispensers are stored, inside container with pickles stored inside cold hold unit,on shelf by electrical outlet where coffee pot is stored, on top of chest freezer in dishwashing area, on interior surfaces of 3 compartment sink basin. Recommended to contact pest control for additional service, clean said surfaces and eliminate pest activity on premise. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed internal surfaces of 2 door cooling unit and cold hold attached with green and grey mold like build up accumulated. Instructed to remove , clean and sanitze.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation hood with accumulated dust, dirt and heavy grease debris. Instructed to clean and maintain equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

4. Apr 10, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   3 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed slightly rusted storage racks in two-door cooler. Surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed to clean or replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease build-up on and around cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain all cooking equipment, ingredient containers, racks, and shelving, grease, dead insects, and dirt build-up throughout.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violation from report number 2575555 from may 9, 2023, not corrected: observed food service sanitation manager without food allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirements. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager on site during the inspection while the temperature control for safety foods (eggs) has been prepared and served. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.citation issued

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

5. May 9, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   3 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard being used as shelf liner in rear prep area. Instructed to remove and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, and ceiling/wall vents.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed several missing light bulbs in rear prep area. Instructed to install light bulbs and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food service sanitation manager without food allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirement.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

6. Jul 1, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   4 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up inside of fryer cabinet,grill table,meat slicer,prep tables,steam table lids,3- compartment sink & hand sink in toilet room,interior parts of ice machine,storage shelves,tool storage shelf,soda caddy,pop cooler,window sills.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must install a back flow device on ice machine and water line for coffee.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: The interior of the toilet bowl is rusted; instructed to clean toilet bowl to remove rust stains.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the floors around, under and behind cooking equipment and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

7. Jun 24, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed pest activity on premises. Found glueboards full of roaches (some were still alive) on the floor under the front counter. Observed mouse droppings on the floor of the hall leading to the rear area, behind front counter and in dishwashing area behind and around equipment. Instructed to clean all affected areas and have pest control company service prior to reinspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up inside of fryer cabinet,grill table,meat slicer,prep tables,steam table lids,3- compartment sink & hand sink in toilet room,interior parts of ice machine,storage shelves,tool storage shelf,soda caddy,pop cooler,window sills.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must install a back flow device on ice machine and water line for coffee.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: The interior of the toilet bowl is rusted; instructed to clean toilet bowl to remove rust stains.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the floors around, under and behind cooking equipment and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Jun 7, 2021 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   8 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-903.11(A;C) Inspector Comments: MUST STORE PLASTIC WEAR WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING HANDLE ON STEAM TABLE LID.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-601.11(C) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP INSIDE OF FRYER CABINET,GRILL TABLE,MEAT SLICER,PREP TABLES,STEAM TABLE LIDS,3- COMPARTMENT SINK & HAND SINK IN TOILET ROOM,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,STORAGE SHELVES,TOOL STORAGE SHELF,SODA CADDY,POP COOLER,WINDOW SILLS

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 5-204.12 Inspector Comments: MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE AND WATER LINE FOR COFFEE

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES THROUGHOUT,GAPS AND CREVICES IN WALLS,SERVICE COUNTER AND WHERE NEEDED.OPENING AROUND PIPES UNDER HAND SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.11 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN PREP AREA,TOILET ROOM,DINING AREA,SPIDER WEBS FROM WALLS AND SHELVING UNITS WHERE NEEDED,CEILING VENTS

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-501.13 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT .

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. May 28, 2021 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical15 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no signed employees health plicies.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)

     Official wording (code 3)

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

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

     Inspector’s note: Observed bare hand contact with ready to eat foods.observed food handler remove toast two different times from the toaster with out having gloves on, tissue paper nor utensil.must provide and maintain.(priroity 7-38-010)(cos)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 9)

     No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.

     Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Obsereved evidence of appx. 100 or more mice droppings on and under tool storage shelving unit,under mop sink,next to wash machine,under 3- compartment sink,next to juice cooler.also. Evidence of 10-live roaches crawling behind overhead shelving unit in dish washing area,gasket of 2- door prep cooler,coffee area,under side crevice of service counter.must remove droppings.clean and sanitize areas.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 5/28/21.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution when not in use on surfaces.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must remove ice scops from on top of soiled towel on ice machine and from on top of ice in soda machine and store properly

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on over dish storage shelf.

     Official wording (code 44)

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

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must store plastic wear with handles in upright position.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Gloves weren’t used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed bare hand contact with ready to eat foods. Must wear gloves or provide tissue paper or utensils.

     Official wording (code 46)

     Gloves used properly

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must replace missing handle on steam table lid.must remove rust from lower shelf of grill table.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease and food debris build up inside of fryer cabinet,grill table,meat slicer,prep tables,steam table lids,3- compartment sink & hand sink in toilet room,interior parts of ice machine,storage shelves,tool storage shelf,soda caddy,pop cooler,window sills.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Must install a back flow device on ice machine and water line for coffee.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair broken spring on toilet room door.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed outside grease container encrusted with grease ,leaves,empty cans and banana peels on top.over grown weeds around the same.must remove grease and other debris from lid ,cut down weeds and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-020(b)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace holes in wall in toilet room,loose wall bases throughout,gaps and crevices in walls,service counter and where needed.opening around pipes under hand sink in dish washing area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from walls in prep area,toilet room,spider webs from walls and shelving units where needed,ceiling vents.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up on floor throughout and wood floor pallet in prep area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Sep 3, 2020 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

11. Aug 27, 2020 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical2 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Additional hand sink needed in dish washing area. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths that were soiled and not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle for restroom if used by female employee.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

12. Mar 11, 2020 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Additional hand sink needed in dish washing area. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths that were soiled and not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the grill, fryer, etc with grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle for restroom if used by female employee.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unnecessary items such as tools, personal items, unused equipment, etc. Instructed to organize and maintain/.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

13. Mar 4, 2020 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler using his bare hands without gloves while applying tomato and lettuce(ready to eat food) to a burger. Food employees may not contact exposed, ready to eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment . Priority violation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 9)

      No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: FOUND NO HAND WASH SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Noted establishment serving undercooked food items (hamburgers) with no consumer advisory, disclosure or reminders to the customers. Instructed to have a consumer advisory on the menu with a disclosure notice and reminder statement. Priority foundation #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths that were soiled and not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the grill, fryer, etc with grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacle for restroom if used by female employee.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unnecessary items such as tools, personal items, unused equipment, etc. Instructed to organize and maintain/.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION #58: All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter, FROM INSPECTION REPORT #2285722 DATED 4/24/2019. NOT CORRECTED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

14. Apr 24, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-010

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No vomit or diarrhea procedure on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and no citation issued maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: FOUND NO HAND WASH SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Variety of foods not properly labeled (hot dogs, gyro sauce, cut tomatoes,chicken , etc.) stored inside front prep reach in cooler. Food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be properly labeled to indicate the day or date in which the food shall be discarded. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Noted establishment serving undercooked food items (hamburgers) with no consumer advisory, disclosure or reminders to the customers. Instructed to have a consumer advisory on the menu with a disclosure notice and reminder statement. Priority foundation #7-38-005

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths that were soiled and not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found no back flow prevention device on the mop sink. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Found non shatter proof bulbs in the rear prep/dish washing area. Instructed to provide and maintain found light bulbs missing throughout the facility. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs).

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

15. Apr 16, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    9 critical7 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No employee health policy on site at the time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-010

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No vomit or diarrhea procedure on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and no citation issued maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler washing his hands in the 3 compartment sink and drying them on a soiled towel. Food employees shall clean their hands in a handwashing sink or approved automatic handwashing facility and ay not clean their hands in a sink used for food preparation or warewashing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010

      Official wording (code 8)

      Hands clean & properly washed

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler using his bare hands without gloves while applying tomato and lettuce(ready to eat food) to a burger. Food employees may not contact exposed, ready to eat food with their bare hands and shall use suitable utensils such as deli tissue, spatulas, tongs, single use gloves, or dispensing equipment . Priority violation 7-38-010

      Official wording (code 9)

      No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: FOUND NO HAND WASH SINK IN THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inside of ice machine located in the rear prep area and the front prep area with a pink slimy substance. Instructed to empty, clean, sanitize and maintain

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Hot food was held below a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed chicken gyro(49f) and gyro meat(49.9) held at improper temperatures. Time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 135f or above. Manager voluntarily discarded 23lbs valued at $90. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 21)

      Proper hot holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Variety of foods not properly labeled (hot dogs, gyro sauce, cut tomatoes,chicken , etc.) stored inside front prep reach in cooler. Food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be properly labeled to indicate the day or date in which the food shall be discarded. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Noted establishment serving undercooked food items (hamburgers) with no consumer advisory, disclosure or reminders to the customers. Instructed to have a consumer advisory on the menu with a disclosure notice and reminder statement. Priority foundation #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths that were soiled and not stored in sanitizing solution. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed card board being used as shelf liner. Instructed to remove and maintain

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no sanitizing solution testing devices. A test kit or other device that accurately measures the concentration in mg/l of sanitizing solutions shall be provided. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the grill, fryer, etc with grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found no back flow prevention device on the mop sink. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unnecessary items such as tools, personal items, unused equipment, etc. Instructed to organize and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Found non shatter proof bulbs in the rear prep/dish washing area. Instructed to provide and maintain found light bulbs missing throughout the facility. Instructed to provide and maintain

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: All certified food service sanitation managers employed by a restaurant must receive or obtain training in basic allergen awareness principles within 30 days after employment and every 3 years thereafter. Training programs must be accredited by the American National Standards Institute or another reputable accreditation agency under the ASTM International E2659-09 (Standard Practice for Certificate Programs).

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

16. Aug 11, 2017 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear slicer not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize. Also defrost and clean rear upright freezer and box freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor not clean under the front fryer, instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the wall behind the flat grill and fryer not clean, instructed to clean.

17. Nov 21, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted raw wood shelving and counter backboard at front counter and rear storage areas need to be sealed with a nontoxic paint so as to be smooth and easily cleanable. Cardboard liners on work surfaces need to be removed at prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exterior and interior of all hot line equipment such as grill, steam table,range and fryer needs to be cleaned at food prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors around heating unit/washing machine/clothes dryer and utility sink needs cleaning'

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted hole in wall behind chest freezer and unfinised wall from hallway leading into the restaurant needs to be repaired to prevent hiding places for pests. Noted hole at wall under exposed handsink.needs repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light shield caps and shield missing at food prep area. Instructed to replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Restroom door needs self closing device reattached.

18. Feb 4, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean/sanitize interior bottom of all refrigeration units of food debris and spills. Clean/sanitize shelves in 2-dr refrigerator at front.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor around and under grill of grease spills in prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop in dirty mop water. Discard waste water, and properly store mop upright.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Properly store ice scoop to prevent handle from contacting ice in bin.

19. May 8, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted floors dirty along the wall base and in corners. Must clean. Also noted holes and opening into wall. Must seal all openings to prevent pest entry points.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted missing light shields and end caps in the prep areas. Must replace. Also clean the inside of the other light shields to remove debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted toilet room door not self closing. Must provide a self closing device.

20. Dec 8, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the interior 2 door cooler front not clean, instructed to clean. Defrost the rear upright freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor not clean under the equipment, instructed to clean

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the restroom sink leaking at p-trap, instructed to repair.

21. Feb 18, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rusty table storage shelf front, and rusty storage shelves in the rear 4 door cooler, need to remove the rust.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to clean and sanitize the rear slicer. Need to clean interior and exterior of the fryer. Also clean rear box freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean wall behind slicer in rear, also clean light shields front prep.

22. Jun 5, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light shield needed for interior of 4-door cooler at rear. Must provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Toilet room door not self closing. Must provide self closing device.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation fan in 4-door cooler needs cleaning of dust build up. Must clean.

23. Sep 7, 2012 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Raw wood noted under front counter. Paint same with non-toxic paint. Interior panel of chest freezer in poor repair, exposed insulation. Instd to repair same

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom and exterior sides of fryer, interior of freezer not clean. Clean same 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: Interior of hood with exposed insulation. Repair same. All doors and door frames thru-out including toilet room not clean. Clean and paint if needed after cleaning

24. Aug 30, 2012 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical6 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 3 dozen eggs on countertop at 83.1f. Instd to maintain proper cold temperatures of 40f or below at all times. Product discarded and denatured at this time. Citation issued 7-38-005a critical. $20 value 5lbs.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Poor hygenic practices observed multiple times by food handler, handling money, and then proceeding to prepare food with bare hands (toast, cheese. Food handler did not wash hands at any point. Instd on importance of handwashing inbetween changing tasks and also no bare hand contact with ready-to eat foods. Citation issued 7-38-010a critical.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Numerous live (over 15) and dead house flies noted on premises. Front doors open to air. Instd to remove flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas, and provide 1/16 mesh screen for doors or keep doors closed. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Raw wood noted under front counter. Paint same with non-toxic paint. Interior panel of chest freezer in poor repair, exposed insulation. Instd to repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom and exterior sides of fryer, interior of freezer not clean. Clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor thru-out premises not clean, under and behind heavy equipment and along wallbase thru-out. Instd to clean same 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: Interior of hood with exposed insulation. Repair same. All doors and door frames thru-out including toilet room not clean. Clean and paint if needed after cleaning. All attached piping and outlets thru-out not clean, excessive grease. Clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Wiping cloths improperly stored. Instd to store properly in sanitizing solution

25. Oct 25, 2011 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.OPENINGS ALONG LOWER WALLS OF HALLWAY WHERE BASEBOARDS IS MISSING. MUST COMPLETE REPLACING BASEBOARDS.

26. Oct 14, 2011 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED REAR ENTRY DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED,OPENINGS AT SIDES AND BOTTOM SIDE AREAS OF DOOR. APPROX 1/4 INCH AREAS. MUST REPAIR DOOR TO BE TIGHTFITTING. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.

    • 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.OBSERVED OPENINGS ALONG LOWER WALLS OF HALLWAY WHERE BASEBOARD IS MISSING.MUST REPLACE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. HOT WATER HANDLE OF FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR.

27. Apr 6, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • 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. STORAGE SHELVES INSIDE REAR COOLER IN REAR NOT CLEAN,MUST CLEAN

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN DEBRIS AROUND HOT WATER TANK.

    • 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 BUILD-UP DEBRIS IN MOP SINK. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

    • 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. FOUND ICE SCOOP ON TOP OF ICE MACHINE ON TOWEL. MUST PROPERLY STORE ICE SCOOP IN CLEAN SANITIZE BUCKET.