Food 4 Less

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Mar 12, 2026 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   3 critical Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: No hands drying provision provide at deli and fresh meat stations, Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: No hands washing signs in employees restroom, Instructed to post.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: Waste water backing up from floor drain where the 3-comp sink drains into spilling on kitchen's floor. Instructed manager to repair plumbing and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

2. Jul 21, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the door sweep at door 3 in the receiving area in poor repair; instructed to repair or replace door sweep.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed some floor drains under various sinks in need of cleaning; instructed to clean drains where needed. Observed dust on the ceilings of the customer washrooms by the ventilation fan; instructed to clean area to remove dust.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

3. Jul 17, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   1 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed waste water backing up from the floor drain in the produce prep area; instructed to correct and maintain. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the door sweep at door 3 in the receiving area in poor repair; instructed to repair or replace door sweep.

     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 pest activity on premises. Found 20 or more flies on premises in the deli/bakery area; instructed to have establishment serviced by ecolab to eliminate the problem. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed some floor drains under various sinks in need of cleaning; instructed to clean drains where needed. Observed dust on the ceilings of the customer washrooms by the ventilation fan; instructed to clean area to remove dust.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

4. Oct 29, 2024 Conditional

   Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) : must provide a thermometer for cake display coolers that aren't operable at this time.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gaskets for dairy- walk in cooler & main walk in freezer

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) : must clean debris build up from exterior of oven in deli.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 : must clean dust build up from walls and ceiling in bakery prep area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 : must repair or replace cracked light shields in bakery dish washing area,burntout lights in bakery prep area.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared, handled, and served, such as (slicing deli meats, baked goods, fresh ground meats, etc.)must be on site at all times. (priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

5. Aug 5, 2024 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer for cake display coolers that aren't operable at this time.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gaskets for dairy- walk in cooler & main walk in freezer.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from exterior of oven in deli.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from walls and ceiling in bakery prep area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace cracked light shields in bakery dish washing area,burntout lights in bakery prep area.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6. Apr 18, 2024 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 critical11 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 : must provide hand washing signs in customers men's & women's toilet rooms

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) : must repair or replace exterior thermometer not operable on deli walk in cooler.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 : must label food storage containers when food is not in original package in bakery area.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace damaged door gasket on bakery walk in freezer

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 : must remove rust from deli walk in cooler shelving units

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) : must clean debris build up from deli walk in cooler- exterior of food storage containers & rolling carts.bakery-walk in freezer fan guard covers,prep tables.bread display shelving units on sales floor.produce sales floor-vegetable display unit.produce walk in cooler-shelving units.meat processing -prep tables,rolling carts.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 : must provide a lid on garbage can in staff unisex toilet room.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 : must clean debris build up from floors under,around,along wall bases throughout all prep areas,walk in coolers and freezers, sales floor,including floor drains where needed.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 : must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in bakery,produce walk in cooler and rear dry storage area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 : must clean dust build up in bakery-vents and ceiling tiles and walk in freezer.meat processing-vents.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace bakery-ceiling tile in poor repair,lower trim at oven in poor repair.meat processing-wall in poor repair leading to walk in cooler.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 : must repair or replace deli & bakery-cracked light shield & light out at hood of cooking equipment

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: : 2-102.13 : observed no food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

7. Apr 11, 2024 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   3 critical12 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

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

     Official wording (code 3)

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

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Must provide hand washing signs in customers men's & women's toilet rooms.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace exterior thermometer not operable on deli walk in cooler.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • 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 in bakery area.

     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: Observed evidence of appx. 60 or more mice droppings on floor underneath deli cold holding display unit on sales floor/mixed in with debris build up and rear storage area-gas station items also a dead mouse under deli display unit. Must removed droppings & mouse clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 4/11/24.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged door gasket on bakery walk in freezer.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must remove rust from deli walk in cooler shelving units.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from deli walk in cooler- exterior of food storage containers & rolling carts.bakery-walk in freezer fan guard covers,prep tables.bread display shelving units on sales floor.produce sales floor-vegetable display unit.produce walk in cooler-shelving units.meat processing -prep tables,rolling carts.

     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 a lid on garbage can in staff unisex toilet room.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace bakery-ceiling tile in poor repair,lower trim at oven in poor repair.meat processing-wall in poor repair leading to walk in cooler.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up in bakery-vents and ceiling tiles and walk in freezer.meat processing-vents.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in bakery,produce walk in cooler and rear dry storage 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 debris build up from floors under,around,along wall bases throughout all prep areas,walk in coolers and freezers, sales floor,including floor drains where needed.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace deli & bakery-cracked light shield & light out at hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (slicing turkey,chicken wings,rice,etc) must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

8. Jun 8, 2023 Pass

   Short Form Complaint · Pass

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed thermometers for the produce and bakery displays, and deli walk-in cooler in disrepair. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards in poor condition in the meat cutting room. Instructed to replace.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing seal on the left side of deli display cooler in the deli area. Must repair or replace.

     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: Observed leaks at the faucet at the three compartment sinks in the produce area, the bakery areas, also noted leaks at the faucet on the mop sink in the rear storage area. Must repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintain floors in the following areas; under crates in the produce and meat coolers, under racks in the chip aisle, and along the wall bases and behind cooking equipment in the bakery/deli area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

9. Jun 1, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   7 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed thermometers for the produce and bakery displays, and deli walk-in cooler in disrepair. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed bread on the floor in the rear storage area. Food must be elevated at least six inches above the floor to proctect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed clear bakery trays stored facing up on the shelf in bakery area. Must invert trays to protect from contaimination.

     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: Observed missing seal on the left side of deli display cooler in the deli area. Must repair or replace.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards in poor condition in the meat cutting room. Instructed to replace.

     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: Observed leaks at the faucet at the three compartment sinks in the produce area, the bakery areas, also noted leaks at the faucet on the mop sink in the rear storage area. Must repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and maintain floors in the following areas; under crates in the produce and meat coolers, under racks in the chip aisle, and along the wall bases and behind cooking equipment in the bakery/deli area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

10. Aug 1, 2022 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic with no valid city of chicago certificate

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: : observed build up of debris and grime on floors throughout rear storage area. Observed build up of debris on floor in walk-in freezer.instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No manager on duty at this time with valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted while tcs foods are being made(fried chicken, sliced deli) priority foundation issued 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

11. Jun 28, 2022 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Pic with no valid city of chicago certificate.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying provision at handwashing sink in deli and bakery area. Instructed person in charge to provide hand-drying provision at all times at all sinks. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dead flies in deli and bakery area on floor and on one-compartment sink. Instructed person in charge to clean and sanitize all areas and remove all dead flies.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of debris and grime on floors throughout rear storage area. Observed build up of debris on floor in walk-in freezer.instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Manager on duty at this time with no valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted while tcs foods are being made(fried chicken, sliced deli) priority foundation issued 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

12. Jun 14, 2021 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bakery storage shelves,equipment not clean of debris,etc. Instructed to clean/maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucets at 3- compartment sink and hand washing sink in bakery area. Instructed to repair

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors not maintain in bakery and meat prep area. Instructed to clean, maintain and keep floors dry

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed (pic) manager on duty or employee at this time with a valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted. Store slicing deli meats etc. Priority foundation issued 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

13. Jun 9, 2021 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #2

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed handwashing facilities not maintained in both men and women washrooms at front of store located by customer service. Observed no hot water at handwashing sinks. Water temperature 72.0f. Instructed hot water must be a minimium of 100.0f. Instructed to provide by reinspection in 2- days. Priority violation issued 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed bakery storage shelves,equipment not clean of debris,etc. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucets at 3- compartment sink and hand washing sink in bakery area. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors not maintain in bakery and meat prep area. Instructed to clean, maintain and keep floors dry .

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed (pic) manager on duty or employee at this time with a valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted. Store slicing deli meats etc. Priority foundation issued 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

14. Jan 11, 2021 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust on the fan covers in the bakery and deli walk-in coolers; clean to remove dust.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the floor in the produce walk-in cooler under shelves where needed and in the rear storage area around shelves where needed.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

15. Aug 13, 2020 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the dairy walk in cooler underneath the egg shelving. Must remove spills and debris.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

16. Nov 19, 2019 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak on the faucet of the 1 compartment sink in the deli area. Instructed to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

17. Aug 23, 2018 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-202.12(a) handsinks in produce, meat, and seafood prep areas not maintained, no hot running water under city pressure (70.0-74.2f) instd to provide a minimum of 100f at all handsinks. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-501.19 3-compartment sinks in meat, seafood and produce prep areas not maintained, water temperature ranging from 70f-75f. Instd to provide a minumum of 110f at all times under city pressure. Priority foundation 7-38-025 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) worn caulking with black substance noted at top base of utility sink. Instd to remove, repair and maintain surface.

      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(b) utility sink faucet leaking, wrapped with plastic. Produce 3-compartment sink faucet leaking at base. Pipe leaking under 3-compartment sink in meat prep area. Instd to repair and maintain all.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 raw plywood surfaces on walls in rear storage area. Instd to seal all raw wood so as surface to be smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 ceiling and lightshields in bakery walk in cooler not clean, green substance noted. Instd to clean and maintain surfaces.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6.202.11 light out in bakery walk in cooler. Instd to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

18. Oct 4, 2017 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 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: Black, mold like substance on walls and caulking surrounding utility sink. Instd to repair wall, caulking and maintain surfaces.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometers of display freezers in poor repair. Instd to provide working thermometers at all freezers

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Instd to meet minimum requirements.

19. Sep 26, 2017 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Over 20 live small flies noted on wall, ceilings and storage boxes in rear around utility sink area. Instd to remove flies, clean and sanitize area. Contact pest control for service. Violation 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wall base and surrounding wall in produce prep area in poor repair, damaged surface, holes noted. Instd to repair and maintain surface. Black, mold like substance on walls and caulking surrounding utility sink. Instd to repair wall, caulking and maintain surfaces.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Thermometers of display freezers in poor repair. Instd to provide working thermometers at all freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Instd to meet minimum requirements.

20. Jun 20, 2017 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: The wall coving in the fish department is in poor repair,must repair coving and the bottom of walk-in cooler is in poor repair,instructed to repair bpttom of door

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a drain cover in the deli department near the prep sink,instructed to provide cover

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermomter inside the fish display case,instructed to provide

21. Aug 31, 2016 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area.

22. Aug 16, 2016 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area.

23. Aug 12, 2016 Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation from report #1948642 on 8/3/16 not corrected: 18 - observed live house flies on the walls, equipment and hanging signage in the bakery prep area, deli prep area, and display aisles. Approximately 100 live house flies were observed in these areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. The bakery self-service display cabinets with bread, doughnuts and muffins was cleaned and emptied at this time. Must continue with thorough cleaning and sanitizing of affected areas and have pest control company determine the pest control source and treat the areas. Critical violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the prep tables and food storage containers for cake frosting in the bakery area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor in the bakery walk-in 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 the accumulated dust on the ceiling tiles surrounding the supply vents in the bakery and deli food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area.

24. Aug 3, 2016 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed live house flies on the walls, equipment and hanging signage in the bakery prep area, deli prep area, and produce and bakery display aisles. Approximately 50 live house flies were observed in these areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor in the bakery walk-in 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 the accumulated dust on the ceiling tiles surrounding the supply vents in the bakery and deli food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area.

25. Jul 6, 2016 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor in the bakery walk-in 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 the accumulated dust on the ceiling tiles surrounding the supply vents in the bakery and deli food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a working thermometer for the deli walk-in cooler.

26. Jun 24, 2016 Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed live fruit flies on and around the produce in the produce display area and house flies on the produce, walls, and hanging signs in the bakery display area, meat and seafood area and retail store aisles. Approximately 20 live fruit flies and 20 live house flies were observed in these areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor in the bakery walk-in 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 the accumulated dust on the ceiling tiles surrounding the supply vents in the bakery and deli food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a working thermometer for the deli walk-in cooler.

27. Jun 17, 2016 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Observed approximately 150 mouse droppings on the floor and ledges of the warehouse storage area against the wall behind the food and merchandise pallets, and floor and ledges in the boiler room and electrical rooms. Must clean and remove all droppings. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floor throughout the warehouse storage area and in the bakery walk-in 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 the accumulated dust on the ceiling tiles surrounding the supply vents in the bakery and deli food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the leaking faucet at the exposed handwashing sink in the bakery area and repair the 3 compartment sink drain lines in the produce prep area so that it is aligned with the open floor drain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a working thermometer for the deli walk-in cooler.

28. Aug 28, 2015 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · 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: Worn floor tiles in rear employee toilet room. Replace same. Floors on display floor under kick plates need detailed clean. Some standing water by utlity sink and in deli area. Instd to maintain floor, clean and dry

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Surrounding ceiling tiles around vents in prep area with dust accumulation. Clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in rear storage room. Instd to organize same area and remove any unnecessary articles.

29. Aug 20, 2015 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Live house flies (over 10) noted flying in deli area and on walls. 5 live house flies in seafood prep area. Covered glueboards with dead flies in deli area. Also noted exposed glue stick with dead flies in deli area. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitized all affected areas and use proper pest control devices. Double exit doors not rodent proof, approx. 1/4 inch gap noted at bottom inbetween doors. Instd to rodent proof same so as to be tight fitting. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Wheels of fryers with excessive debris. 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: Worn floor tiles in rear employee toilet room. Replace same. Floors on display floor under kick plates need detailed clean. Some standing water by utlity sink and in deli area. Instd to maintain floor, clean and dry.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Vents in prep area with dust accumulation. Clean same. Walls in deli area not clean, debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clutter in rear storage room. Instd to organize same area and remove any unnecessary articles.

30. Jan 26, 2015 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Caulking surrounding utility sink not clean. Clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Deli case doors and gaskets not clean, food debris. Display shelving units not clean, debris. 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: Vents, and surrounding ceiling tiles and lightshields in deli/bakery prep area with dust accumulation. Instd to clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exposed handsink faucet and chemical line plumbing connections at 3-compartment sink in bakery prep area, in poor repair, leaking. Instd to repair same. Basin of utility sink not clean. Instd to clean and maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Employees personal belongings (shoes, aprons) improperly stored on dry storage shelves. Instd to store in designated area. Stock against wall. Instd to have 6 inches away from wall.

31. Jan 16, 2015 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Display freezer case (10 door freezer) with thawed product in same, in poor repair, unable to maintain proper frozen temperature, internal temperature 46f. Freezer held for inspection and tagged at this time. Instd to maintain proper temperature of 0f or below at all times. Instd mgr to request reinspection of freezer when unit repaired. Citation issued critical 7-38-005a critical.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed numerous potentially hazardous food items that are required to be frozen (packages of potatoes, pierogis, fruit, garlic bread, pies, desserts, etc), thawed and at improper temperatures ranging from 40f-50f in non-working freezer. All product voluntarily discarded and denatured at this time. Citation issued 7-38-005a. Critical. Approx 800lbs $ 2700.00 value.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food not protected during storage, observed boxes of raw beef, bacon stored immediately on top of ready to eat products (lunch meat, pickles) in meat walk-in cooler. Instd mgr to properly store raw product separately from ready to eat. Citation issued 7-38-005a serious.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

      Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink in produce prep area in poor repair, clogged, unable to drain. Instd to utilize other 3-compartment sinks on site to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize. Citation issued 7-38-030 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Caulking surrounding utility sink not clean. Clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Deli case doors and gaskets not clean, food debris. Display shelving units not clean, debris. 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: Vents, and surrounding ceiling tiles and lightshields in deli/bakery prep area with dust accumulation. Instd to clean same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Exposed handsink faucet and chemical line plumbing connections at 3-compartment sink in bakery prep area, in poor repair, leaking. Instd to repair same. Basin of utility sink not clean. Instd to clean and maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Employees personal belongings (shoes, aprons) improperly stored on dry storage shelves. Instd to store in designated area. Stock against wall. Instd to have 6 inches away from wall.

32. Sep 19, 2014 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: Clean fryers, cabinets, travel carts deli

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning under all equipment along walls and in all corners in all walk-in coolers, freezers, in bakery, deli, meat, produce and receiving areas. Must remove the ice from the floor in the walkin freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The east wall by the walkin freezer in broken at he bottom. Instructed to repair or replace thea section of the wall. Seal or paint all raw wood walls in the back storeroom.

33. Apr 15, 2014 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

34. Feb 4, 2014 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found broken and torn gaskets walkin bakery cooler and walkin meat cooler. Must replace them.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Following need cleaning: interior and exterior of display shelves in drli cooler, fryer cabinets,hood above and prep tables, shelves in deli/bakery.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning under all equipment along walls and in all corners in all walk-in coolers, freezers, in bakery, deli, meat, produce and receiving areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean walls behind prep tables and in the meat cutting walkin cooler room has splashed on food debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean light shields and provide working light bulbs. Under hood by cooking equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: N0 thermometers in the meat display case,deli display case,deli walkin cooler, milk walkin cooler and meat prep walkin cooler. Instructed to provied thermometers in all the reachin coolers and all the walkin coolers throughout premises.

35. Dec 19, 2013 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

36. Nov 20, 2013 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

37. Nov 19, 2013 Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation from 11/4/13 report 1072640 not corrected: noted mice infestation thru-out premises. Numerous mice droppings in the following areas: on display floor in bread aisle behind bread rolling carts, in chip aisle under and behind product and shelves, in dog/cat food aisle under and behind shelves and product, in meat walk-in cooler on floor and ledges, in rear food and non-food storage area thru-out scattered on floor and under/behind equipment, pallets, ledging of produce cooler. Also noted rub marks and food debris/dog food noted in same areas with droppings. Instd to remove all droppings/activity, clean and sanitize all affected areas, and contact pest control for service. Instd to rodent proof double doors in between bottom of doors. Instd to repair same and have tight fitting doors. Citation issued 7-42-090 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: See violation 14 above.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove droppings from display shelving where necessary clean/sanitize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean and sanitize all floors, remove water from floors at rear stock area and keep dry at all times. All stock must be elevated 6 inches and away from wall.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove clutter and debris throughtout rear stock area to prevent rodent harborage. Provide better inspection aisles for cleaning and pest monitoring

38. Nov 4, 2013 Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted over 100 mice droppings in the following areas: along wallbase on floor, ledging and pallets at rear stock area, ledging of produce cooler and under/on shelving of display shelves and display floor. Remove droppings clean/sanitize affected areas. Contact pest control operator for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove droppings from display shelving where necessary clean/sanitize.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean and sanitize all floors, remove water from floors at rear stock area and keep dry at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove clutter and debris throughtout rear stock area to prevent rodent harborage. Provide better inspection aisles for cleaning and pest monitoring.

39. Sep 3, 2013 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors at rear stock area. Clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean dusty light shield deli area, front employee room,rear restrooms.

40. Jun 20, 2013 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 3 comp. Sink in produce cooler leg in poor repair need to repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean dusty hood in front bakery proofer, clean interior cake freezer front of bakery.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Fill hole in floor front cart entrance area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to fill hole front display where wall was removed. Reattach wall coving front under water fountains.clean rear restroom dusty ceiling vent.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean dusty light shield deli area, front employee room,rear restrooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to repair the 1 comp sink in deli.

41. Mar 26, 2013 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · 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: Floors in all service departments, sales floor, recieving area, and storage room all in need of cleaning along wall bases and under equipment. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling tile in bakery in need of replacing, air vents through out in need of cleaning to remove dust build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leaks in dairy walk in cooler and deli walk in coolers in need of repair. Leak at meat department 3 compartment sink faucet in poor repair. Must correct.

42. Mar 6, 2013 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · 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: Floors in all service departments, sales floor, recieving area, and storage room all in need of cleaning along wall bases and under equipment. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling tile in bakery in need of replacing, air vents through out in need of cleaning to remove dust build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leaks in dairy walk in cooler and deli walk in coolers in need of repair. Leak at meat department 3 compartment sink faucet in poor repair. Must correct.

43. Feb 27, 2013 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    6 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: Observed evidence of mice activity in rear storage area, motor room, electrical room and sales floor. Approximately 30 droppings total. Instructed manager to contact pest control for service. Must clean and sanitize all areas. Front doors not rodent proofed at this time. Gap at bottom and between doors. Rear recieving door not rodent proofed. Must correct and maintain at all times. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued. Not rodent proofed, mice activity.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Outside garbage/grease container not maintained at this time. Grease container open with grease on top, sides and the ground. Instructed manager to clean and maintain at all times. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued outside garbage area not maintained.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: Customer washrooms at the front of the store in need of hot water. No hot water available to properly wash hands. Must correct and maintain at all times. Serious violation 7-38-030 citation issued handsink not maintained.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors in all service departments, sales floor, recieving area, and storage room all in need of cleaning along wall bases and under equipment. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling tile in bakery in need of replacing, air vents through out in need of cleaning to remove dust build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leaks in dairy walk in cooler and deli walk in coolers in need of repair. Leak at meat department 3 compartment sink faucet in poor repair. Must correct.

44. Jan 24, 2013 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: No city certified food manager on premises while potentially hazardous foods, fried chicken,deli meats and rotisserie chicken etc, are being handled, prepared and served. Must have a city certified food manager on premises at all times. Serious violation, 7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Dust build-up on ceiling of walk-in freezer in bakery area in front of fans. Must remove, maintain at all times.

45. Aug 6, 2012 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    5 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.NEED TO CLEAN MILK HOLDING CARTS IN WALK-IN COOLER, CLEAN CUT FRUIT COOLER REAR

    • 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 FLOOR IN REAR DOCK/STORAGE AREA UNDER AND ARROUND ALL PALLETS.

    • 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.NEED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS AT FRONT SERVICE DESK, AND FRONT BREAK ROOM.REPLACE LIGHT OVER SLICER IN MEAT CUTTING AREA(NOT WORKING).

    • 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.NEED TO REATTACH 1 COMP. SINK TO WALL.

    • 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.REAT STORAGE/DOCK AREA CLUTTERED INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.

46. Apr 5, 2012 Pass

    Short Form 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: Interior bottom of fryers and legs and wheels need detailed cleaning.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls surrounding utility sink in poor repair, loose, buckling, and gaps at base. Instd to repair same and have 4 inch wallbase. Instd to have smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide mechanical ventilation in employees toilet room. Repair faucet at produce 3-compartment sink.

47. Feb 7, 2012 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom of fryers and legs and wheels need detailed cleaning

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls surrounding utility sink in poor repair, loose, buckling, and gaps at base. Instd to repair same and have 4 inch wallbase. Instd to have smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide mechanical ventilation in employees toilet room. Repair faucet at produce 3-compartment sink

48. Jan 31, 2012 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    7 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: Numerous mice droppings noted (over 100) along wallbase and in corners in rear storage area, pump room, and electrical room. Rear dock door and front entrance and exit doors not rodent proof, approx 1/2 inch gap at bottom and inbetween doors. Instd to remove droppings, clean affected areas, and rodent proof doors. Recommend to contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious,

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom of fryers and legs and wheels need detailed cleaning.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Stock on floor and against wall in rear storage area. Instd to elevate 6 inches and away from wall. Floor thru-out under and behind heavy equipment not clean. Clean same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls surrounding utility sink in poor repair, loose, buckling, and gaps at base. Instd to repair same and have 4 inch wallbase. Instd to have smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light out in pump room. Replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide mechanical ventilation in employees toilet room. Repair faucet at produce 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Aprons and jackets improperly stored in meat processing room. Instd to store properly.

49. Aug 23, 2011 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    5 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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY COOLERS IN ALL AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS), CABINETS AND PREP TABLES IN DELI, SLICING EQUIPMENT IN MEAT PREP AREA, DISPLAY SHELVES IN SALES AREA (DOG FOOD, CHIPS, ETC).

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA (SPILLS, DEBRIS, ETC). ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

    • 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. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-comp sink in deli.

    • 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. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA AND ALL WALK-IN FREEZERS. REMOVE DEBRIS UNDER OUTSIDE DUMPSTER.

50. Jul 11, 2011 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    5 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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY COOLERS IN ALL AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS), CABINETS AND PREP TABLES IN DELI, SLICING EQUIPMENT IN MEAT PREP AREA, DISPLAY SHELVES IN SALES AREA (DOG FOOD, CHIPS, ETC).

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA (SPILLS, DEBRIS, ETC). ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

    • 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. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-comp sink in deli.

    • 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. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA AND ALL WALK-IN FREEZERS. REMOVE DEBRIS UNDER OUTSIDE DUMPSTER.

51. Jun 6, 2011 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    5 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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY COOLERS IN ALL AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS), CABINETS AND PREP TABLES IN DELI, SLICING EQUIPMENT IN MEAT PREP AREA, DISPLAY SHELVES IN SALES AREA (DOG FOOD, CHIPS, ETC).

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN REAR STORAGE AREA (SPILLS, DEBRIS, ETC). ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS.

    • 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. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-comp sink in deli.

    • 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. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA AND ALL WALK-IN FREEZERS. REMOVE DEBRIS UNDER OUTSIDE DUMPSTER.

52. Jan 13, 2011 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL PREP TABLES, CABINETS, SHELVES, CARTS, COOLERS, FREEZERS IN DELI AND BAKERY AREAS, SLICERS, CUTTING BOARDS, SINKS AND PREP TABLES IN PRODUCE AND MEAT PREP AREAS.

    • 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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE, WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

    • 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. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

53. Jan 5, 2011 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 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 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND IN CORNERS IN BACK ROOM STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. FRONT ENTRANCE AND EXIT DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP BETWEEN DOUBLE DOORS AND 1" GAP ON BOTTOM OF EXIT DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE OR CURRENT PROOF OF ENROLLMENT IN COURSE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED

    • 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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL PREP TABLES, CABINETS, SHELVES, CARTS, COOLERS, FREEZERS IN DELI AND BAKERY AREAS, SLICERS, CUTTING BOARDS, SINKS AND PREP TABLES IN PRODUCE AND MEAT PREP AREAS.

    • 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. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN PREP, STORAGE, WALK-IN COOLER AND FREEZER AREAS. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL AREAS.

    • 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. ORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE MOP HEAD UPRIGHT TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.

54. Nov 2, 2010 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation previously written jan. 2010 was corrected. Clean interior bottom cabinets of fryers to remove grease noted in deli. Clean all storage crates and racks in deli and bakery area and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation corrected from jan. 2010. Clean floors in storage areas, walk-in units and prep areas around equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation corrected from jan. 2010 must remove dust from ceiling vents and tiles in deli area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Organize and maintain rear storage areas by removing unnecessary items.

55. Oct 14, 2010 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE MANAGER ON DUTY AS REQUIRED WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED; MUST PROVIDE. ADVISED TO ENROLL AS MANY MANAGERS AND DEPT HEADS AS POSSIBLE TO COVER ALL SHIFTS. COURT HEARING ON THURSDAY DEC. 16, 2010 AT 400 W. SUPERIOR, ROOM 107 AT 9:00 AM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation previously written jan. 2010 was corrected. Clean interior bottom cabinets of fryers to remove grease noted in deli. Clean all storage crates and racks in deli and bakery area and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation corrected from jan. 2010. Clean floors in storage areas, walk-in units and prep areas around equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation corrected from jan. 2010 must remove dust from ceiling vents and tiles in deli area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Organize and maintain rear storage areas by removing unnecessary items.

56. Sep 16, 2010 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation previously written jan. 2010 was corrected. Clean interior bottom cabinets of fryers to remove grease noted in deli. Clean all storage crates and racks in deli and bakery area and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation corrected from jan. 2010. Clean floors in storage areas, walk-in units and prep areas around equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation corrected from jan. 2010 must remove dust from ceiling vents and tiles in deli area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Organize and maintain rear storage areas by removing unnecessary items.

57. May 10, 2010 Pass

    Consultation · Pass

    No violations

58. Mar 8, 2010 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • 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. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING/PALLETS IN BAKERY FREEZER.

    • 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 ALL WALK-IN AND REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY SHELVES IN DOG FOOD, CHIP AISLES, ETC, FRYER CABINETS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES IN DELI/BAKERY AREAS.

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, FREEZERS, IN BAKERY, DELI, MEAT, PRODUCE AND RECEIVING AREAS.

    • 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. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN DELI. REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN DELI. SEAL OPENINGS IN CEILING AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS IN BAKERY, DELI AND RECEIVING AREAS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT.

    • 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 DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN BAKERY PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN RECEIVING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE

59. Feb 18, 2010 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • 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. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING/PALLETS IN BAKERY FREEZER.

    • 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 ALL WALK-IN AND REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY SHELVES IN DOG FOOD, CHIP AILSES, ETC, FRYER CABINETS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES IN DELI/BAKERY AREAS.

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, FREEZERS, IN BAKERY, DELI, MEAT, PRODUCE AND RECEIVING AREAS.

    • 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. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN DELI. REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN DELI. SEAL OPENINGS IN CEILING AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS IN BAKERY, DELI AND RECEIVING AREAS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT.

    • 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 DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN BAKERY PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN RECEIVING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE

60. Jan 19, 2010 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • 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. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING/PALLETS IN BAKERY FREEZER.

    • 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 ALL WALK-IN AND REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY SHELVES IN DOG FOOD, CHIP AILSES, ETC, FRYER CABINETS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES IN DELI/BAKERY AREAS.

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, FREEZERS, IN BAKERY, DELI, MEAT, PRODUCE AND RECEIVING AREAS.

    • 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. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN DELI. REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN DELI. SEAL OPENINGS IN CEILING AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS IN BAKERY, DELI AND RECEIVING AREAS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT.

    • 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 DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN BAKERY PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN RECEIVING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

61. Jan 8, 2010 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    7 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 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WOOD BASEBOARD BEHIND DAMAGED ITEM AREA AND INSIDE CRATES IN RECEIVING AREA. 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS AND TWO DEAD MICE ON FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN, SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE. FRONT AND RECEIVING DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED. 1/2" GAP ON BOTTOM OF DOORS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

    • 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. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING/PALLETS IN BAKERY FREEZER.

    • 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 ALL WALK-IN AND REACH-IN COOLERS, DISPLAY SHELVES IN DOG FOOD, CHIP AILSES, ETC, FRYER CABINETS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES IN DELI/BAKERY AREAS.

    • 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 EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL WALK-IN COOLERS, FREEZERS, IN BAKERY, DELI, MEAT, PRODUCE AND RECEIVING AREAS.

    • 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. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN DELI. REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON CEILING TILES AND VENTS IN DELI. SEAL OPENINGS IN CEILING AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PRODUCE PREP AREA. STORE STOCK AWAY FROM WALLS IN BAKERY, DELI AND RECEIVING AREAS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL TREATMENT.

    • 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 DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN BAKERY PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES IN RECEIVING AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.