John's Drive in
5900 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
Restaurant ZIP 60636 Risk 1 (High)
Pass with Conditions · as of Apr 9, 2026
John's Drive in was last inspected on April 9, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
April 9, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general1 paperwork-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.
Inspector’s note: Bare hand contact with ready-to eat foods. Observed a cook assembling a sandwich by grabbing Bread, sliced tomatoes, cheese and lettuce with bare hands. Instructed manager not to handle ready-to-eat foods with bare hands. Priority volitation 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 9)
No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Shelves cooking equipment through facility not clean, food debris and grease build-up noted. Instructed to 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: Nylon sheets covering sections in prep kitchen ceiling, card board used as a barrier between 3-comp and rear storage. Instructed to provide proper surfaces and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No certified food service manager on site, No certificate posted while handling and serving TCS foods ( eggs, ham, potatoes...) instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspection history
33 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general2 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Found one bulk storage container not labeled; instructed to label container with name of product stored inside of container.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed light at bottom area of rear exit door; instructed to seal to avoid possible rodent entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the bottom area of fryer to remove grease, clean exterior surfaces of fryer, grill and prep table in front cooking area. Observed rust at bottom of rear prep table; instructed to remove rust or paint. Instructed to clean interior of two door cooler in rear area; odor noted.
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 clean the floors under and around cooking equipment and in storage area in corner areas and behind equipment where needed. Observed dust on the ceiling fans and vent in dining area; intructed to clean to remove dust observed.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed an expired food handler training certificate; instructed to have employee obtain a valid certificate.
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 an expired food allergen training certificate; instructed to obtain a valid food allergen certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
8 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-101.19 : must remove cardboard from lower shelf of prep table in front prep area.must repair or replace damaged contact paper on shelving units at service counter to be smooth and easily cleanable.
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: -501.11 : must repair or replace damaged lid & door gaskets on chest freezer and worn gaskets on 2- door reach in cooler in rear area.
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: : 4-601.11(c) : must clean excessive, grease and food debris build up from interior and exterior of fryer cabinets, grill table,prep tables,unused coolers,pipes of cooking equipment,legs & wheel bases of equipment,mopsink basin,3- compartment sink basins,undersides of all equipment,tables & service counter in dining area,unused ice machine.
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: 5-205.15 : must repair or replace leaky pipe at hand sink in prep area,leaky pipe and faucet at 3- compartment sink.
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: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace missing wall tiles behind dish storage rack,loose wood panel on ceiling above rear reach in cooler,damaged wall behind and under 3- comp sink,damaged floor tiles in dining area.must seal all gaps and cracks in walls ,service counter and where needed.
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: 6-201.16: must scrape chipping paint on ceiling over dish storage rack
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 : must clean excessive grease, food splatter,dust build up from walls, ceilings and doors throughout premises.
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: 6-501.114 : must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in entry hallway,in between equipment
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 : observed expired food allergen training for food manager must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical13 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure nor reminder on menu board at window of consuming raw and undercooked foods.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must label food storage contaniers (shakers) when food is not in original package.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of 6- live roaches crawling on wall at hand sink,on floor amongst excessive grease and food debris build up under and behind cooking equipment.appx. 75 or more mice droppings on floor under food storage shelf in rear storage area and on all shelving units at service counter.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 8/8/24.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanatizing solution when not in use from surfaces.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must remove cardboard from overhead shelving unit& lower shelf of prep table in front prep area.must remove rust from lower shelf of prep table in rear prep area & lid of chest freezer.must repair or replace damaged contact paper on shelving units at service counter to be smooth and easily cleanable.
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: Must repair or replace damaged lid & door gaskets on chest freezer and worn gaskets on 2- door reach in cooler in rear area.
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: Must replace worn and pitted cutting board.
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: Must clean excessive, grease and food debris build up from interior and exterior of fryer cabinets, grill table,prep tables,unused coolers,pipes of cooking equipment,legs & wheel bases of equipment,mopsink basin,3- compartment sink basins,undersides of all equipment,tables & service counter in dining area,unused ice machine.must defrost ice build up from chest freezer.
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: Must repair or replace leaky pipe at hand sink in prep area,leaky pipe and faucet at 3- compartment sink.
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: Must repair or replace missing wall tiles behind dish storage rack,loose wood panel on ceiling above rear reach in cooler,damaged wall behind and under 3- comp sink,damaged floor tiles in dining area.must seal all gaps and cracks in walls ,service counter and where needed.
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: Must scrape chipping paint on ceiling over dish storage rack.
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: Must clean excessive grease, food splatter,dust build up from walls, ceilings and doors throughout premises.
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: Must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in entry hallway,in between equipment.
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 violations from report #2573136 3/24/23 not corrected-#38-6-202.15 : observed the weater stripping worn at the bottom of the rear exit door. Must replace and maintain to prevent entry point for pests.#49-4-601.11(c) : must clean and maintain dry food storage shelving. Must remove debris.#55-6-501.12 : observed the floors through out encrusted with spills, debris and/or grease. Must detail clean and maintain.#55-6-201.17 : observed the light shield, air vent cover dirty through out. Must clean and maintain#55-.6-201.16 : observed the celing in the front prep area in poor repair(missing and/or damaged). Must replace and maintain.(priority foundation 7-42-090)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired food allergen training for food manager must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
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 the weater stripping worn at the bottom of the rear exit door. Must replace and maintain to prevent entry point for pests.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain dry food storage shelving. Must remove debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: Observed premises open and operating without any hot running water through out (hand sink, 3-comp sink and mop sink). Priority citation issued #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the celing in the front prep area in poor repair(missing and/or damaged). Must replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the floors through out encrusted with spills, debris and/or grease. 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: Observed the light shield, air vent cover dirty through out. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in containers without labels properly identifying common name. Instructed person in charge to label all containers with common name for food item contained within and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/2" opening under rear exterior door leading to outside parking lot. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain for the prevention of pest.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease on floors throughout facility. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold temperatures of tcs foods on shelf in prep area. Approx 1lb of cooked sausage at 102.0f, 1lbs of raw pork sausage at 100.0f. Instructed to maintain cold foods at 41.0f or below. All foods dentured and discarded at cost approx $10.00-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in containers without labels properly identifying common name. Instructed person in charge to label all containers with common name for food item contained within and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/2" opening under rear exterior door leading to outside parking lot. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain for the prevention of 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: Observed approximately 50 mouse droppings scattered throuhgout rear storage area of facility(along walls in rear dry storage, beside chest freezer in middle storage area) instructed person in charge to remove all droppings, sanitize areas, and inform pest control service.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping towel laying on counter when not in use. Instructed person in charge to keep all wiping towels in sanitation solution when not in use at all times.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease on floors throughout facility. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold temperatures of tcs foods on counter in prep area. Approx 1lb of cooked sausage at 90.0f, 1lbs of raw pork sausage at 72.0f. Instructed to maintain cold foods at 41.0f or below. All foods removed and discarded at cost approx $6.00-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler making sandwich not wearing hair restraint. Instructed pic to provide.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooking equipment not clean. Instructed to clean, grease, debris. Instructed to maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed interior and exterior of coolers not clean of debris. Instructed to clean/maintain.
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: Instructed all washrooms used by females must have a covered receptacle for sanitary napkins. Instructed to provide for washroom.
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: Observed floors not clean in rear dishwashing area. Instructed to clean/maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of food handler training . Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Closed
Canvass · Out of Business
The inspector found this business closed.
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the all coolers and freezers to remove spills and debris. Also defrost reach in freezers to remove ice build up. Clean all storage shevling,counter tops and exterior of heavy equipment to remove food splatter.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a few damaged and water stain ceiling tiles in the front serving area. Must replace and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors through out premises especially along the wall base and in corners, under all storage rack/shelving to remove spill,grease and debris.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
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 an approximate 1/4" gap at the bottom of the rear exit door and the front entrance door. Instructed to provide and maintain a tight seal to prevent entry point for 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: Observed 10 mice droppings scattered on the dry storage shelving in the rear, 15 mice droppings scattered on the floor along the front pop storage cooler and 10 mice droppings on the window seal. Instructed manager to detail clean affected areas and call p.c for service. Priority foundation ciation issued #7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the all coolers and freezers to remove spills and debris. Also defrost reach in freezers to remove ice build up. Clean all storage shevling,counter tops and exterior of heavy equipment to remove food splatter.
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: Must detail clean floors through out premises especially along the wall base and in corners, under all storage rack/shelving to remove spill,grease and debris.
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 a few damaged and water stain ceiling tiles in the front serving area. Must replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager to organize clutter in the rear storage area (on shelving) to prevent harborage for pest.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL WITH HOT AND COLD WATER, DRYING PROVISIONS AND HAND WASHING CLEANSER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory or foot note for foods such as eggs and burgers on the menu prepared undercooked. Instructed to provide consumer advisory on the menu with an asterisk on anything that can be served raw or undercooked. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed an approximate 1.5 inch gap at the bottom of the rear exit door and the front entrance door. Instructed to provide a tight seal to prevent rodents and maintain
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: No back flow prevention device on the utility sink, coffee maker, and the ice machine. Instructed to install and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Found no supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. Instructed to provide all necessary supplies for handling such events. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: NO HAND WASHING SINK IN THE DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL WITH HOT AND COLD WATER, DRYING PROVISIONS AND HAND WASHING CLEANSER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c)
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 black mold like substance inside the ice machine. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
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: Found pork sausage(74.1f) and eggs(62.4f) stored under the customer dining counter at improper temperature. All tcs foods shall be stored at 41f or below at all times. Person in charge voluntarily discarded and denatured 5 lbs valued at $10 priority violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory or foot note for foods such as eggs and burgers on the menu prepared undercooked. Instructed to provide consumer advisory on the menu with an asterisk on anything that can be served raw or undercooked. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found no metal stem thermometer for internal temperature taking on site. Instructed to obtain and maintain a stem thermometer. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 SMALL BLACK FLIES IN THE REAR STORAGE AREA AND APPROXIMATELY 75 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY (REAR DISH WASHING AREA(25), REAR STORAGE AREA(25), AND THE PREP AREA UNDER THE COUNTERS(25). PREMISES SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF RODENTS AND PESTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed an approximate 1.5 inch gap at the bottom of the rear exit door and the front entrance door. Instructed to provide a tight seal to prevent rodents and maintain
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: No back flow prevention device on the utility sink, coffee maker, and the ice machine. Instructed to install and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Continued non compliance for violation 49 found the following found with food, dirt, grease and debris: interior of the fryers, storage racks in the rear, shelves/counter in the front, interior of the coolers/freezers. Instructed to detail clean and maintain all. Violation 55, found the floors in the corners and under/around the heavy equipment with thick dirt/debris and grease build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain. The walls around the cooking/cooling equipment and sinks with food and dirt. Instructed to detail clean and maintain, and violation 58 all city of chicago food sanitation certificate holders must meet the allergen training requirements. Instructed to meet the requirements and provide proof.core violations not corrected in the specified time frame on the inspection report are classified as a priority foundation violation 7-42-090
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical4 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: Found no employee health policy on site. Instructed to implement a policy in which all managers and food handlers acknowledge their responsibilities in reporting any illnesses incurred that's transmissible through food. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 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: Found no procedure for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events on site. Instructed to implement a procedure and provide all necessary supplies for handling such events. 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 temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Found several items repackaged (deli meats, sausage/beef patties, etc.) stored in the front/rear coolers that is not properly labeled/dated. Instructed to properly date/label all foods that is prepared and/or repackaged and held for more than 24 hours. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Found no metal stem thermometer for internal temperature taking on site. Instructed to obtain and maintain a stem thermometer. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found the following found with food, dirt, grease and debris: interior of the fryers, storage racks in the rear, shelves/counter in the front, interior of the coolers/freezers. Instructed to detail clean and maintain all.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found the floors in the corners and under/around the heavy equipment with thick dirt/debris and grease build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain. 6-201.11 the walls around the cooking/cooling equipment and sinks with food and dirt. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Found the ventilation filter on the hood in the front food preparation area with grease and dirt build up. Instructed to 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: All city of chicago food sanitation certificate holders must meet the allergen training requirements. Instructed to meet the requirements and provide proof.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: All prepped foods out of original containers must have label and date when product is held over 24 hours.
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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: Detail clean floors along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(remove exccessive grease build-up)from areas behind the cooking equipment.
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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: Clean and remove debris from light shields throughout. Replace all stained ceiling tiles. Clean dust build-up from ceiling vents.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous food not protected during preparation. Found 3 flats of eggs sitting out at room temperature ranging from 52.1f-57.8f. Instructed to keep all potentially hazardous foods at40 degrees or below until prepared and served. Product found at improper temperatures discarded. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Interior of the ice machine not properly maintained. Black slimy residue found on the interior contact surfaces of the unit. Must clean and sanitize all affected areas of the unit.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: All prepped foods out of original containers must have label and date when product is held over 24 hours.
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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: All single-service utensils must stored in containers with handles up or out.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: interior and exterior of the deep fryer, sides of cooking equipment and prep tables in front food prep areas, exterior and interior od small reach-in cooler in front, cutting boards, exteriors of deep freezers, and interior of cabinet in washroom.
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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: Detail clean floors along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(remove exccessive grease build-up)from areas behind the cooking equipment.
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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: Clean grease build-up from wall and pipes behind cooking equipment. Clean and remove debris from light shields throughout. Replace all stained ceiling tiles. Clean dust build-up from ceiling vents.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 critical5 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 air temperature inside of the prep cooler next to the grill at 50f. The cooler was used to store potentially hazardous foods such as sausage links and gyro sauce. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 40f. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods stored at improper temperatures inside of the prep cooler next to the grill. Observed gyro sauce at 48.7f, sausage links at 44.6-48f, and hot dogs and polish dogs at 50.1f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $40. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector’s note: No soap and paper towels were available in the washroom. Management provided soap and paper towels at my request. Management instructed to provide soap and paper towels at all times in the washroom. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation
Inspector’s note: Food not protected from contamination during storage. Observed a slimy substance and discoloration on the interior contact surfaces of the ice machine. Management instructed to clean and sanitize all interior contact surfaces of the ice machine. Serious violation 7-38-005a.
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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 evidence of rodent activity on the premises. Approximately 100 mouse droppings were observed on the floor of the rear storage room and on the storage shelves. Management instructed to remove the droppings and clean and sanitize the affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector’s note: Observed waste water leaking from the bottom of the grease trap that is located under the 3 compartment sink. Management instructed to replace the grease trap. Serious violation 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: Detail clean the interior of the prep coolers.
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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: Repair the loose wall tiles next to the mop sink. Must seal all openings at the wall and baseboard under the 3 compartment sink, next to the water heater and other areas as needed.
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No Entry
Canvass · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 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 approx. 40 rodent droppings scattered along wallbase in the rear storage area near the exit door and behind the hot water tank . Instructed to remove droppings, clean and maintain. Recommend to contact pest control for service. Serious violation 7-38-020. Citation issued.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from 7/31/15 report 1561747 not corrected: 32 instructed to repair door gasket on reach in cooler in the rear storage area. Also cut cutting board so it properly fits on the prep table in the rear prep area. Worn caulking with blacks substance at exposed handsink and wall. Repair/replace same. 33 instructed to clean the following; under fryer and oven in the front prep area, rear preap area under the 3 comp sink and around the grease trap, and maintain same. 36 instructed to clean debris from inside lighting fixtures and maintain. 40 instructed to install thermometers in all coolers and freezers and maintain. 41 observed clutter throughout the rear storage area. Instructed to organize clean and maintain. 45 no food handler training certificates on site. Provide information. No chemical test kit on site. Provide same. Citation issued 7-42-090 serious.
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
10 general Show violations
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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 valid city of chicago certified manager certificate posted, nor certitied manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (eggs, sausage, etc). Are being prepared serious violation 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: Instructed to store knives properly and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair door gasket on reach in cooler in the rear storage area. Also cut cutting board so it properly fits on the prep table in the rear prep area. Worn caulking with blacks substance at exposed handsink and wall. Repair/replace same.
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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 clean the following; under fryer and oven in the front prep area, rear preap area under the 3 comp sink and around the grease trap, and maintain same.
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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 the following; under fryer and oven in the front prep area, rear preap area under the 3 comp sink and around the grease trap, and maintain same.
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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 clean the following; under fryer and oven in the front prep area, rear preap area under the 3 comp sink and around the grease trap, and maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean debris from inside lighting fixtures and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Instructed to install thermometers in all coolers and freezers and maintain
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter throughout the rear storage area. Instructed to organize clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificates onsite. Provide information.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical10 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods, container of raw bacon at 53.6 and a dozen raw eggs at 47.2 at improper tempuratures stored on counter. Instructed to voluntarilly discard and denature. Critical violation 7-38-005(a). Approx 5lbs. $20 value.
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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 approximately 50 rodent droppings in the rear storage area near the exit door and behind the hot water tank . Small hole noted along wallbase in same area. Instructed to seal hole, remove droppings, clean and maintain. Also advised to contact pest control service. 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 valid city of chicago certified manager certificate posted, nor on site while potentially hazardous foods (eggs, sausage, etc). Are being prepared serious violation 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: Instructed to store knives properly and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair door gasket on reach in cooler in the rear storage area. Also cut cutting board so it properly fits on the prep table in the rear prep area. Worn caulking with blacks substance at exposed handsink and wall. Repair/replace same.
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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 clean the following; under fryer and oven in the front prep area, rear preap area under the 3 comp sink and around the grease trap, and maintain same.
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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 clean wall behind the fryer and oven. Also repair or replace sstained ceiling tile in the customer seating area. Maintain same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean debris from inside lighting fixtures and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Instructed to install thermometers in all coolers and freezers and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter throughout the rear storage area. Instructed to organize clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificates onsite. Provide information.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Following need cleaning: interior and exterior of fryers, fryer cabinets, grill, stove, steam tables, holding units, coolers, shelves, counters.
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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 need cleaning under all equipment along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean wall vent front dusty, wall behind grill grease,and replace all water damaged ceiling tiles.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: The ceiling vents in the dining room and the toilet room no clean. Clean and maintain them.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors under storage racks and behind heavy equipment at rear. Must clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Properly store wash cloths in sanitizing solution when not in use.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 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: Box freezer lid poor repair need to repair or replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of rear 2 door egg cooler fanguard cover and storage shelves. Clean and sanitize inner lid rear ice machine.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Front light out need to repair/replace.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE COFFEE MACHINE ABOVE COFFEE BASKET, AND CLEAN FRONT COOLER FAN GUARD COVER.
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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.CLEAN FLOOR IN REAR UNDER STORAGE RACKS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.CLEAN WALL VENT FRONT DUSTY, WALL BEHIND GRILL GREASE,AND REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
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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.CLEAN FRONT LIGHT SHIELDS.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS, FRYERS, SHELVES, RACKS, ETC.
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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. CLEAN FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN WASHROOM.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN VENTILATION FAN IN WASHROOM.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Short Form 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: 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. FRONT DOORS OPEN AND REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED. OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON LEFT SIDE OF REAR DOOR INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON REAR DOOR AND KEEP FRONT DOORS CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. OBSERVED 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND MILK CRATE ALONG EAST WALL AND SOUTHEAST CORNER IN REAR STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H74021 COURT DATE 9-22-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 112.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. NON-TOXIC PAINT SHELVES UNDER FRONT COUNTER. REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF FLOOR AND PROVIDE SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE AREA.
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT (GREASE BUILDUP).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE BUILDUP). GROUT LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN FLOOR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTING BEHIND TOILET AND ALONG WEST WALL IN WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS IN CEILING ABOVE REACH-IN COOLER AND ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN REAR STORAGE AREA. GROUT LOOSE WALL TILES UNDER 3-COMP SINK. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
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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. REMOVE ALL BROOMS, UNUSED EQUIPMENT, ETC AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: 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 COOKING EQUIPMENT (GREASE BUILDUP).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS (FOOD DEBRIS, GREASE BUILDUP).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTING BEHIND TOILET AND ALONG WEST WALL IN WASHROOM.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 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: 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 IN SOUTHEAST CORNER BEHIND BROOMS, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS IN NORTHEAST CORNER BEHIND SHOVELS IN REAR STORAGE AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS AND UNDER STORAGE SHELF NEAR ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. REAR DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP IN BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H59640
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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. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, GRILL, FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS (GREASE BUILDUP), SHELVES, COUNTERS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN ALL CEILING TILES, LIGHT SHIELDS, AND VENTS (DUST BUILDUP). SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS, ABOVE GAS METER, ELECTRICAL BOX, ETC IN ALL AREAS. STORE STOCK AND EQUIPMENT 6" AWAY FROM WALLS FOR EASY CLEANING ANS PEST CONTROL.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER 3-COMP SINK.
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More in ZIP 60636
Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 7 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.