Las Islas Marias
6560 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60707
Restaurant ZIP 60707 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Sep 10, 2026
Las Islas Marias was last inspected on September 10, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
September 10, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
33 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
3 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e) ---observed a slight debris accumulation encrusted on the interior of the ice machine.must remove debris, detail clean inside ice machine/have serviced and maintain ice machine at all times.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: 4-301.11---observed the kitchen 3-door prep line cooler with an air temperature of 44.0f. Also, the walk-in-cooler at improper cold holding temperature with an air temperature of 45.0f. Instructed management to repair and maintain said cooler at 41f or colder at all times. (***see comments below).priority violation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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CriticalPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.111---we continue to observe evidence of pest activity and live cockroaches and live small flies flying around on the premises.one (1) live crawling cockroach on the floor behind the deep fryers and one (1) live crawling cockroach on the wall electrical outlets behind the cooking equipments in the kitchen food prep area and over 100 rodent(mice) droppings on the floor underneath the storage racks in the 2nd floor dry storage areas and over 100 live small flies flying around in the bar areas on walls/television areas and in various areas of the kitchen walls and near the walk-in-cooler.instructed to detail clean and remove all pest activity and sanitize all affected areas in detail.pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority violation 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-101.19---observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13---instructed to clean the following equipment and maintain: prep tables (tops and bottoms), exterior surfaces of fryers and other cooking equipments, under grills and shelves inside of refrigeration units. Clean the grease on the outside and inside of the deep fryers, prep tables next to the deep fryers and 1 burner stoves.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.13---observed food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, interior of prep dish area, around dish machine, prep tables and all cooking equipment to remove spills, food debris, and dirt buildup.instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-201.11---instructed to detail clean walls throughout the kitchen food prep areas and bar and service areas to remove food splashed debris and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 4-202.18--- instructed to detail clean the kitchen exhaust hood/systems filters to remove accumulation of hanging grease build-up and to maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-303.11---observed dim lighting inside the walk-in-cooler.instructed to provide a brighter bulb and maintain adequate lighting at all times.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from inspection report#2616307 dated:04/24/2025 #55---6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas. Instructed to correct and maintain noted violations.priority foundation violation 7-42-090.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13---observed some expired food handler certificates for employees.instructed to show proof of training for all food handling employees and maintain as required.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13--- observed the certified food manager without the allergen training certificate.allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate.instructed to complete training and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 critical9 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed a slight debris accumulation encrusted on the interior of the ice machine.must remove debris, detail clean inside ice machine/have serviced and maintain ice machine at all times
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold holding temperatures of (tcs foods) inside of the kitchen 3-door prep line-cooler.observed pasta at 49.5f,chicken at 48.8f,cut tomatoes at 48.9f, fish at 47.5f, beef at 48.7,shrimp empanadas at 46.3f and beans at 48.9f.management voluntarily discarded approximately 50#'s of food worth $1000.00.instructed management to monitor and maintain all cold (tcs foods) at 41f or colder at all times.priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed the kitchen 3-door prep line cooler with an air temperature of 56.1f.the cooler was used to store (tcs foods) cut tomatoes, fish, beef, chicken etc.also, the walk-in-cooler ai improper cold holding temperature with an air temperature of 48.0f.instructed management to repair and maintain said cooler at 41f or colder at all times.the said coolers are tagged "held for inspection" at this time.instructed not to use until repaired. (see comments below). Priority violation 7-38-005, citation issued.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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CriticalPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed a pest infestation on the premises.observed over 20 live cockroaches in various areas of the premises: on the wall behind the steamtable in the kitchen food prep areas and on drawer coolers and inside the motor housings of the coolers underneath the cooking equipments in same kitchen food prep areas and on the wall underneath the dishwashing 3-compartment sink area and in the front on the floor along all the electrical cords behind the bar areas and,observed over 500 rodent (mice) droppings throughout the premises,2nd floor cluttered dry storage areas and in the rear cluttered mechanical room,also, over 100 live small flies on walls and on kitchen food equipments and storage racks throughout the kitchen food prep areas/serving station storage shelving areas and in the rear dishwashing/storage area on the bottom of storage racks. Instructed to detail clean and remove all pest…
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to remove glue boards on the floor with live cockroaches near the hot water tank located near the dishwashing machine area and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee with no hair restraint in the food prep area.instructed manager to provide hair restraints for all employees in the food prep area.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed chipped paint and rust on the wire storage racks in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to remove chipped paint and rust and repaint or replace the shelves.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the following equipment and maintain: prep tables (tops and bottoms), exterior surfaces of fryers and other cooking equipments, under grills and shelves inside of refrigeration units. Clean the grease on the outside and inside of the deep fryers, prep tables next to the deep fryers and 1 burner stoves.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean walls throughout the kitchen food prep areas and bar and service areas to remove food splashed debris and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, interior of prep dish area, around dish machine, prep tables and all cooking equipment to remove spills, food debris, and dirt buildup.instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the kitchen exhaust hood/systems filters to remove accumulation of hanging grease build-up and to maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dim lighting inside the walk-in-cooler.instructed to provide and a brighter bulb and maintain adequate lighting at all times.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from inspection report#2616307 dated:04/24/2025 #39---3-305.11 food containers stored on floor inside the walk-in-freezer and attic. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor. #43---3-304.12 noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates at the dining tables to prevent dust accumulation. #47---4-501.12 noted cutting boards with open seams and discoloration at the bar. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards. #55---6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage, and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas. Instructed to correct and maintain noted…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed some expired food handler certificates for employees.instructed to show proof of training for all food handling employees and maintain as required.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager without the allergen training certificate.allergen training is required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation certificate.instructed to complete training and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed fly traps in main prep not provided by pest control company. Instructed pic pest control bait stations must be provided by a licensed pest control technician. Instructed to remove and contact pest control for additional service as necessary.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.11 food containers stored on floor inside the walk-in-freezer and attic. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 noted ice scoops stored inside ice bin on ice. Instructed to remove and provide an ice scoop holder.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates at the dining tables to prevent dust accumulation.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.12 noted cutting boards with open seams and discoloration at the bar. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage, and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Noted hand wash sink at the bar area inaccessible with buckets and dishes stored in the basin of the sink. Manager. Instructed to have all hand-wash sinks accessible at all times. Violation also noted on report dated 01/08/2024. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no soap and paper towel at front prep handwashing sink. Informed person in charge that soap and paper towels must be available at hand sinks at all times. Food handler obtained paper towel for hand sink during time of inspection priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no shellstock tag attached to container of mussels in upright cooler in main prep area at time of inspection. Informed manager that shellfish shellstock tag must remain attached to container until container is empty. Instructed to provide approval sources of shellfish and maintain tags for 90 days on premises. Manager voluntarily discarded 10 lbs, at a value of $20. Priority foundation violation # 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 6 live roaches located in the following areas in the main prep area: in the corner near the cooking equipment, on the wall above the three-compartment sink, on the wall near the cold-hold unit, and the drying rack of the dishwasher. Instructed person in charge to have pest control service perform pest control services on premises to minimize or eliminate pest activity. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Food containers stored on floor inside the walk-in-freezer and attic. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates at the dining tables to prevent dust accumulation.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted ice scoops stored inside ice bin on ice. Instructed to remove and provide an ice scoop holder.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted cutting boards with open seams and discoloration at the bar. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dish washing, storage, and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and in all corners in all areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloths with accumulated dirt and food debris stored in water with no chemical sanitizing solution. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses to prevent contamination of equipment & food and maintain.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed tongs and knives improperly stored. Instructed how to properly store utensils in-between use and maintain.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Noted hand wash sink at the bar area inaccessible with buckets and dishes stored in basin of sink. Manager. Instructed to have all hand wash sinks accessible at all times. Violation also noted on report dated 01/08/2024. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperature- raw oysters at 53f, raw shrimp at 50f, raw octopus at 51f, cut tomatoes 50.1f, and crab at 51f. Instructed to maintain cold items at 41f or below. Pic voluntarily discarded approximately 5lbs of oysters, 5lbs of shrimp,5lbs of octopus, 3lbs of cut tomatoes, and 5lbs of crab, valued at approximately $100. Priority violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed prep cold hold unit at 53f. Unit tagged and held for inspection. Instructed to maintain at 41f or below. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloths with accumulated dirt and food debris stored in water with no chemical sanitizing solution. Instructed to properly store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses to prevent contamination of equipment & food and maintain.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed tongs and knives improperly stored. Instructed how to properly store utensils in-between use and maintain.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations not corrected from inspection report #2587768 dated january 8, 2024. They are as follows: #39. Food containers stored on floor inside the walk-in-freezers and attic. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor. 43. Noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates at the dining tables to prevent dust accumulation. #47. Noted ice scoops stored inside ice bin on ice. Instructed to remove and provide an ice scoop holder. #47. Noted cutting boards with open seams and discoloration at the bar. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards. Instructed to correct all previously noted violation and maintain. Priority foundation violation. #7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical11 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Noted hand wash sink at the bar area inaccessible with ice buckets stored in front of the sink. Manager immediately had employees remove ice buckets. Instructed to have all hand wash sinks accessible at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: Noted shellfish (mussels and clams)in a container inside the basement walk in cooler with no identification tags as required by the code. Instructed management to always have tags attached to the each batch until the last product is used and then the tag must be stored for an additional 90 days in a folder. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 10 lbs of products worth $120.00 through denaturing process. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Food containers stored on floor inside the walk-in-freezers. Must provide proper, raised shelving to store food containers 6" off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted serving plates on shelves at the kitchen prep area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all serving plates at the dinning tables to prevent dust accumulation.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted ice scoop stored inside ice bin on ice. Instructed to remove and provide an ice scoop holder.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted assorted food items inside refrigeration unit stored inside tin cans. Instructed to properly store all food items inside approved food grade containers.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted heavy ice build up inside the walk in freezer on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted cutting boards with open seams and discoloration at the bar. Must refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Noted leakage at the bottom pipe of the 3 compartment sink at the waiters station. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted the bathroom door of the employee bathroom not self closing. Instructed to provide a self closing device at the door and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted wash rooms on premise with garbage receptacles and no lids. Instructed to provide trash cans with lids at all women wash rooms and unisex wash rooms
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Noted outside grease container not maintained with grease on top of container. Instructed to detail clean and maintain grease container and its surrounding. Priority foundation violation#7-38-020(b). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Noted heavy dirt and grease accumulation inside, on pipes/conduits and on edges of the exhaust hood and filters above cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain hood, filters and pipes/conduits.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood source
Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.
Inspector’s note: OBSERVED SHELLSTOCK TAGS IN FOLDER WITHOUT A DATE RECORDED WHEN LAST SHELLSTOCK WAS SOLD. The date when the last SHELLSTOCK from the container is sold or served shall be recorded on the tag or label. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 14)
Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction
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CriticalFood handling
Raw and ready-to-eat foods weren’t kept apart.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw chicken and raw beef stored on top of one another in same tray located in sliding cooler. Observed raw items were portioned in bags which were touching and blood dripping from bags while stored in same tray. Instructed to use seperate equipment for each food item. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Employee discarded food items. Weighing approximately 10 lbs at a cost of $75.00.
Official wording (code 15)
Food separated and protected
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw shrimp sitting in water in 1-compartment sink. Instructed to thaw under running water of 70.0f or below or in adequate refrigeration of 41.0f or below.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food containers (sugar, spices)with common name to properly identify.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoop stored inside ice bin located at bar. Must store ice scoop in clean container when not being used.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed cutting board with dark stains and deep grooves at prep line in kitchen. Must clean and maintain or replace.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired allergen training certificates. Must provide allergen training for all certified food managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found no handwashing signage inside the mens and womens washrooms. Must provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: Found packages of raw fish submerged in water with no running water, thawing, in the 1-compartment prep sink. Found two large containers of frozen shrimp and octopus on the floor near the walk-in cooler thawing at room temperature. Instructed management tcs foods must be thawed according to food code, such as under refrigeration that maintains 41f or below or under running water (70f or below).
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Found 2 live cockroaches in the kitchen area; 1 on the prep line handwashing sink and 1 on the storage rack used for clean dish storage. Also observed approximately 30 rodent droppings in the 2nd floor dry storage area - underneath the storage shelves and behind the bulk food containers. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings from the dry storage area and to contact pest control to eliminate all pest activity from the premises. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Noted the clean dish storage shelf to be made of damaged, unsealed wood. Also observed a heavy, mold-like build up on the wood. Instructed management to replace or clean and refinish so that surface is smooth, non-absorbent, and easily cleanable.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found heavy grease build up inside the fryer located closest to the grill. Found slime and debris inside the soda gun holder at the bar. Found grease and old food debris on shelves used throughout the cooks line area. Must detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed one out of the two handwashing sinks in the mens restroom not operating at this time. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found heavy grease and old food splatters on the walls in the cooks line area. Instructed management to detail clean walls, sanitize, and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Found inadequate lighting in the 2nd floor dry storage area that is located above the walk-in cooler. Must provide adequate lighting and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.19 no self-closing door device provided for the employee washroom door. Must install a self-closing door device on the employee washroom door.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b)(3) previous priority foundation violations #25 and #38 not corrected from report #2303713 on 7/25/19: 25 - observed no consumer advisory disclosure on the menu for raw or undercooked foods. Management instructed to describe which foods can be ordered raw or undercooked through a statement in the footnote with the reminder statement or next to each food item stating that "these foods can be ordered raw or undercooked." 38 - observed 4 live cockroaches in the 2nd floor storage area and 1st floor closet across from the employee's washroom. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity from the establishment. Priority 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 clean the interior of the prep cooler and deep fryers.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.19 no self-closing door device provided for the employee washroom door. Must install a self-closing door device on the employee washroom door.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 clean the floor under equipment along the cook's line.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 management instructed that all certified food managers must have take an ansi certified allergen training course and provide proof of training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no written employee health policy on the premises. Management instructed to provide a signed employee health policy for each employee. Priority foundation 7-38-010. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no clean up procedure and supplies on the premises to respond to vomit and diarrheal events. Management instructed to provide both. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water provided at the exposed hand washing sink in the bar area. Management instructed to provide hot water above 100f to the exposed hand washing sink at all times. Priority 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical sanitizer detected at the final rinse of the low temperature dishmachine. Management instructed to repair and maintain the machine so that a chlorine concentration of 100ppm is provided at the final rinse. Priority 7-38-025. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder statement on the menu for raw or undercooked foods. Management instructed to disclose and describe which foods can be ordered raw or undercooked and link those items to a reminder statement on the menu. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 10 live cockroaches on the floor of the dry storage area located above the walk-in cooler. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean the interior of the prep cooler and deep fryers.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: No self-closing door device provided for the employee washroom door. Must install a self-closing door device on the employee washroom door.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean the floor under equipment along the cook's line.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violation from report #2222991 on 9/27/18 not corrected: 58 - must provide allergen training certification for all certified food managers. Priority foundation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
5 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n): no employee health policy on site. Must provide priority foundation violation#: 7-38-010. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11: no vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(e)(4): observed a slight accumulation of dirt/debris on the interior of the ice machine. Must remove debris, clean, sanitize, and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.17: must provide proper labels for date marking and disposition of refrigerated, ready-to-eat, tcs foods held over 24hrs. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11: must provide consumer advisory disclosure, and reminder. Priority foundation violation#: 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-202.16: observed dirty/peeling caulk by the dish machine and 3 comp sink area. Must clean and repair. Observed the ceiling/walls of the walk in cooler rusty and peeling. Must remove rust/peeling pieces and provide a smooth, easily cleanable, surface.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.113: unable to observe the manufacturer data plate for the dish wash machine that indicates the required temp, pressure, and cycle time. Must provide.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.13: observed excessive an accumulation of food/dirt debris encrusted onto the dish machine. Must remove food/dirt debris buildup, clean, and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.12(a): observed an accumulation of food debris and dirt on the floor and walls of the dish wash area. Must detail clean, and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed a hole in the wall of the employee toilet room at the wall base. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed an accumulation of dirt/debris buildup on the customer and employee toilet rooms exhaust ventilation. Must detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367: must provide allergen training certification.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced. Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep area, and bar area shall be replaced. Caulk around exposed hand sink and 3 compartment sink in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced. Cabinet counter by bar area that had exposed raw wood, shall be repaired/sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Reach in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), Reach in cooler door gaskets not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors in 2nd floor storage areas that had exposed raw wood, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls that had exposed raw wood, exposed plaster in 2nd floor storage areas, shall be repaired/sealed. Wall by exposed hand sink in first floor prep area, had exposed plaster, peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Excess debris and clutter in 2nd floor storage area shall be removed, stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
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Not Ready
Complaint · Not Ready
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Found/observed rodent droppings in 2nd floor storage area(20 ), also found/observed rear exit/entrance door not rodent proofed door had 1/4 gap on bottom of door, not rodent proofed, citation issued 7-38-020, serious violation.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Caulk around 3 compartment sink, and exposed hand sink in kitchen prep area in state of disrepair, shall be repaired/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean had excess food debris, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Kitchen prep tables not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floor in 2nd floor storage area that had mice droppings, need detailed cleaning, sanitizing, mice droppings removed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls that peeling paint, exposed raw wood in 2nd floor storage area, shall be repaired/sealed. Ceiling tiles in kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning. Post in kitchen prep area had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exposed hand sink faucet in kitchen prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced. 3 compartment sink faucet in kitchen prep area leaking at neck, shall be repaired/replaced.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Rusty wire shelving inside walk-in cooler and 3 door cooler, instructed to reseal and repair, ice build-up in walk-in freezer, instructed to defrost and better maintain, must restrict using card board boxes for food storage, instructed to use food grade containers,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Interior and exterior of three door cooler, interior of ice machine, dry storage shelves second floor storage and tops and sides of cooking equipment all not clean, instructed to detail clean all surfaces,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors not clean behind bar, kitchen prep and second floor storage areas, under and behind equipment, instructed to detail clean daily, floor walk-in freezer in poor repair, instructed to repair and better maintain,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Light shields in kitchen area not clean, instructed to clean daily,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Personal items not stored in one designated area, instructed to provide space for employees belongings,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Pipes leaking under three compartment sink kitchen prep area, instructed to repair,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and reorganize 2nd floor storage area, usable items must be stored 6" off the floor for easy access on cleaning, instructed to provide additional shelving for better storage,
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers on cook line handling foods with bare hands, no gloves being worn, and no utensils being used to pick up foods, instructed to restrict at once, previous instructed to wear gloves and use utensils to handle foods, bare hands are not allowed, critical citation: 7-38-010(a)
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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 front side door and rear door by kitchen area not rodent proof, approx., 1/4 gap opening at bottom of door, instructed to repair to prevent rodent entry, serious citation: 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Out side garbage area not clean and maintain, trash and debris all around garbage area, and grease container not clean, grease all on top of container, instructed to clean and better maintain, serious citation: 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Continued non compliance on previous orders issued, dated 01/26/2015 , inspection report # 1522316, for violations listed below: 32 instructed to replace cutting boards on top of prep table with excessive seams and black stain.------must clean and repaint piece of raw wood under exposed hand sink in rear prep/cooking area.--------must provide soda/water gun holder behind bar. 33 instructed to detail clean and maintain the following: interior and exterior surfaces of all coolers and freezers in rear prep/cooking area and in behind bar, interior and exterior surfaces of dish machine, dish racks with black mold like build-up, 3 compartment sink in rear prep and in bar area, prep shelves in rear cooking area, storage shelves behind bar counter, knife rack in rear prep/cooking area, exterior surfaces of garbage containers with excessive grease in rear prep area, dry storage bins, storage rack
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide missing light shield over the 3 compartment sink and dish machine
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
9 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace cutting boards on top of prep table with excessive seams and black stain.------must clean and repaint piece of raw wood under exposed hand sink in rear prep/cooking area.--------must provide soda/water gun holder behind bar.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the following: interior and exterior surfaces of all coolers and freezers in rear prep/cooking area ang in behind bar, interior and exterior surfaces of dish machine, dish racks with black mold like build-up, 3 compartment sink in rear prep and in bar area, prep shelves in rear cooking area, storage shelves behind bar counter, knife rack in rear prep/cooking area, exterior surfaces of garbage containers with excessive grease in rear prep area, dry storage bins, storage racks inside walk-in cooler, interior surface of ice machine behind lower panel.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors in second floor storage area and floor around bar area.--------must repair broken and missing floor tiles inside employee washroom in rear area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain wall with food spillage and stain throughout rear prep/cooking area.---------must clean and maintain condenser fan cover with excessive dust inside walk-in cooler.---------must seal holes on wall behind/above 3 compartment sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide working drain stoppers for 3 compartment sink in front prep and in bar area.----------must repair leaky faucet/sprayer next to dish machine.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide thermometer visible inside all coolers.--------must provide metal stem thermometer to take hot and cold holding of food products.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean nd reorganize 2nd floor storage area, usable items must be stored 6" off the floor for easy access on cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop must be stored in a clean separate container to prevent contamination.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: No employee food handler's training certificate on premise. Instructed to provide.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Above violation still remaining(Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Above violation still remaining( Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, reach in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices)).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Above violation still remaining(Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in 1st floor, storage areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Above violation still remaining(Walls, ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning).
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
6 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Found/observed live fruit flies(gnats 20 ) in rear kitchen area, and in 2nd floor storage areas(20 )Citation issued 7-38-020 Serious violation.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Found some food items not properly dated in walk in cooler, and walk in freezer, must properly date food items in walk in cooler, reach in freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Reach in cooler shelving/racks that had peeling paint/rust, shall be repaired/replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Non food contact surfaces of walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices), non food contact surfaces of cooking equipment, reach in cooler shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors under heavy equipment, cooking equipment in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors in 1st floor, and 2nd floor storage areas under shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls, ceiling tiles in kitchen prep areas not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide missing light shield over the 3 compartment sink and dishmachine.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must clean and organize 2nd floor dry storage areas and closet also employee toliet room and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
9 general Show violations
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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 in the kitchen prep area,bar and dining room. Approximately 25 live fruit flies were observed on the walls, ceiling and ceiling tiles, and equipment in the prep areas,dining room and bar. Also,the rear exit door leading to the garbage area is not rodent proofed approximately 1/4" mode of entry.additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Pest proof said door all across the bottom to prevent pest entry.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Must label & date all cooked foods in coolers & freezers.must label bulk food storage containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Cutting boards with deep,dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced. Must replace or repair rusty shelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Fan covers inside the walk-in-cooler and sides of all kitchen cooking equipments and bar guns and housings attached etc. Are not cleaned.instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors along walls and in all corners throughout the premises requires a detail cleaning including storage areas,employee toilet room,2nd floor dry storage.elevate all stored articles where noted to 6" off floor/wall for easier cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must remove dusts accumulations on the ventilation covers throughout the kitchen areas.the walls and ceilings throughout the kitchen food prep areas,bar must clean to smooth,easily cleanable surfaces. Caulking above the kitchen 3 compartment sink is in poor repair must repair and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide missing light shield over the 3 compartment sink and dishmachine and at hood above kitchen cooking equipments.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair water leak at drain pipes beneath the kitchen 1 comp prep sink,at womens toilet room handsink. The drain line is not attached to soda gun holder.instructed to install and maintain drain line such that it drains directly into a floor drain as required.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: : must clean and organize 2nd floor dry storage areas and closet also employee toliet room and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical10 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Facilities do not maintain proper temperature. Observed the food prep cooler with an air temperature of 56.7f. The cooler is used to store potentially hazardous foods such as fish,seafood mix, raw chicken and beef,pork chorizos etc.. Unit tagged held for inspection. Must empty the unit and have it repaired so that it maintains an air temperature below 40f atb all times. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous foods stored at improper temperatures. Observed shrimp empanadas at 50.0f, raw chicken at 50.0f, shrimps with bacon at 50.0f, raw beef at 52f,pastas at 52.0f, pork chorisoz at 52.0f,seafood mix 52.7f. Management voluntarily discarded,denatured approximately 12#'s of food worth approx. $200.00 as stated per owner. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: The Low temperature chemical dishmachine not dispensing chlorine sanitizer while dishes were being washed during this inspection "0" ppm found after several attempts.The unit is tagged held for inspection at this time.Must not use until the CDPH is notified via fax or e-mail to request a tag removal once is repaired. Must use the 3 compartment sink for washing-rinsing-sanitizing all multi-use kitchen utensils. Fax # is 312-746-8040 or by-e-mail:. cdphfood@cityofchicago.org. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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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 in the kitchen prep area,bar and dining room. Approximately 25 live fruit flies were observed on the walls, ceiling and ceiling tiles, and equipment in the prep areas,dining room and bar. Also,the rear exit door leading to the garbage area is not rodent proofed approximately 1/4" mode of entry.additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Pest proof said door all across the bottom to prevent pest entry. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified food manager present with a city of chicago food sanitation certificate while potentially hazardous foods (salads, pastas, fish,beef,rice,soups,ceviches etc.) are being prepared and served during this inspection. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous food are being prepared or served to the customers. Serious violation 7-38-012.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Must label & date all cooked foods in coolers & freezers.must label bulk food storage containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Cutting boards with deep,dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced. Must replace or repair rusty shelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Fan covers inside the walk-in-cooler and sides of all kitchen cooking equipments and bar guns and housings attached etc. Are not cleaned.instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors along walls and in all corners throughout the premises requires a detail cleaning including storage areas,employee toilet room,2nd floor dry storage.elevate all stored articles where noted to 6" off floor/wall for easier cleaning.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must remove dusts accumulations on the ventilation covers throughout the kitchen areas.the walls and ceilings throughout the kitchen food prep areas,bar must clean to smooth,easily cleanable surfaces. Caulking above the kitchen 3 compartment sink is in poor repair must repair and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide missing light shield over the 3 compartment sink and dishmachine and at hood above kitchen cooking equipments.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair water leak at drain pipes beneath the kitchen 1 comp prep sink,at womens toilet room handsink. The drain line is not attached to soda gun holder.instructed to install and maintain drain line such that it drains directly into a floor drain as required.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must clean and organize 2nd floor dry storage areas and closet also employee toliet room and remove unnecessary articles due to potential pest harborage.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Found the large standing ice machine has black substance and lime buildup inside the unit. Ice machine is tagged today. When the ice machine id clean and sanitized fax 312 746 4240 over a letter with business name and address and an inspector will return to inspect the unit and remove the tag, do not use ice machine. Serious citation given 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on site with the city of chicago ceritfied food manager certificate when potentially hazardous foods are prep and served.shrimp 145.2f -salsa 146.2f serious citation given 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Walkin freezer has ice all over the condenser pipes. Need to get unit repaired or replaced.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: The following in need of detail cleaning and maintaining: hood above the cooking equipment ,all the cooking equipment,interior and exterior surfaces of all coolers and freezers, storage racks, walk-in coolers racks, knife racks, prep shelves, shelves under cooking equipment, all pipes with grease on them, interior and exterior surface of dish washing machine, storage shelves, counter and soda gun holder behind bar.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: The faucet at the 3-compartment sink in kitchen and the faucet at the 3- compartment sink in the bar area both have a steady stream of water comming out of the faucets. Must repair or replace the faucets.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
7 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food properly thawed
Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous foods does not meet temperature requirement during storage, preparation or service. Found 50 lbs of Tilapia thawing in one compartment sink at 80.9 F in warm water. Instructed manager on the three methods for thawing and maintaining potentially hazardous foods at 40 F or below. Serious citation issued 7-38-005(A). Manager voluntarily denatured and discarded, value $250
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are being served and prepared-Rice at 158.0 F. Instructed that a certified food manager must be on premises during all hours of operation. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Multi use utensils not properly stored. Instructed to invert utensils to prevent contamination before use.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Exhaust hood and filters and soda gunn holders not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize daily.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Ceiling tile in kitchen not cleaned. Instructed to detail clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Drainline not attached to soda gun holder. Instructed to install drainline.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Thermometer not provided inside walk-in cooler. Instructed to provide thermometer conspicuous inside cooler.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector’s note: One copy of the Food Inspection Report Summary must be displayed and visible to all customers. FOUND NO SUMMARY (PREVIOUS INSPECTION) REPORT POSTED ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER, INSPECTION REPORT SUMMARY MUST BE DISPLAYED AND VISIBLE TO ALL CUSTOMERS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-010(B)
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT # 176466 DATED 03-02-2010. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 #33 - FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST HANGING,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR. #43 - ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION (BEHIND BAR).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floors along the walls and in all corners throughout rear dining (employee lunchroom) area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace cracked light shield above rear food prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix leaky drainpipe under 3rd compartment of the 3 compartment sink (far right) in rear prep area.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Equipment and utensils should get proper exposure to the sanitizing solution during the rinse cycle. Bactericidal treatment shall consist of exposure of all dish and utensil surfaces to a rinse of clean water at a temperature of not less than 180F. OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING DISHES WITHOUT SANITIZER AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN FRONT AND IN REAR AREA, AND IMPROPERLY SET-UP. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY SET UP THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO BE ABLE TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE MULTI-USE UTENSIL. MUST PROVIDE PROPER SANITIZING CONCENTRATION OF 100 PPM FOR CHLORINE AND 200 PPM FOR QUARTERNARY AMMONIUM. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED (7-38-030).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. FOLLOWING IN NEED OF DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAINING: INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOLERS AND FREEZERS, STORAGE RACKS WITH MOLD LIKE BUILD-UP INSIDE WALK-IN COOLERS, HOOD AND FILTERS WITH GREASE AND DUST HANGING,INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, KNIFE RACKS, PREP SHELVES, SHELVES UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALL PIPES WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACE OF DISH WASHING MACHINE, STORAGE SHELVES, COUNTER AND SODA GUN HOLDER BEHIND BAR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS WITH GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD-UP, ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER AND AROUND HOT WATER TANK, INCLUDING FLOORS IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA UNDER STORAGE SHELVES.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTER PROOFED LIGHT BULB IN (RIGHT SIDE) HOOD/VENT (KITCHEN).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAKY DRAIN PIPE UNDER MIDDLE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK (FRONT AREA), MUST REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN FRONT PREP AREA AND IN REAR PREP AREA.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE ALL COOLERS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE, MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES TO PREVENT RODENT AND INSECT HARBORAGE.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination. ICE SCOOP MUST BE STORED IN A SEPARATE CLEAN CONTAINER TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION (BEHIND BAR).
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.