Pass

Birrieria Jalisco

2462 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60632

Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 1, 2026

Birrieria Jalisco was last inspected on September 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

September 1, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

    Inspector’s note: 6-501.19: observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.

    Official wording (code 53)

    Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: 6-501.16: observed wet mop stored on floor. Instructed to install mop drying rack for proper drainage and drying of mops to prevent pest breeding.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided expired proof of food handler training for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

26 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs foods, held at improper temperatures ranging between 47.8-53.6f. Observed cold tcs foods, pork(47.8-49.1f), shredded lettuce(48.7f), shredded cheese(50.1f), diced tomatoes(48.4f), beans(53.6f), sour cream(50.5f) and chicken(48.8f)held at improper temperature. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $100 weighing 5lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed small one door cold holding unit across from cookline at improper ambient temperature of 48.1f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on small one door cold holding unit across from cookline. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no left splash guard on utility sink in rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to install left splash guard on utility sink in rear prep/dishwashing area to prevent contamination of ice scoop or ice in ice machine installed to the left of utility sink.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard or aluminum foil used as shelf and counter liner throughout facility. Observed cardboard or aluminum foil used as shelf or counter liner in front and rear prep areas and rear dry storage area. Instructed to remove all cardboard and aluminum foil shelf and counter liners throughout facility, instructed nonfood surfaces of equipment shall be constructed of a corrosion resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material. Observed boxes and containers stored on floor in front and rear prep areas, hallway dry storage and rear dry storage. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units to elevate all food and nonfood items at least six inches off of floor for ease of cleanability.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wet mop stored on floor. Instructed to install mop drying rack for proper drainage and drying of mops to prevent pest breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility in rear prep area, hallway leading to front prep area and dry storage area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from inspection report #2624396 dated 09/25/2025 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed ice machine with out backflow device. Instructed to obtain and maintain. Observed leak at 3-compartment sink faucet, observed 3-compartment sink slow draining. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed excessive miscellaneous personal items (vitamins, medicine) on shelves where food is stored. Instructed to remove

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided expired proof of food handler training for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  2. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cilantro in crates on floor in front of 3-compartment sink. Instructed to remove from floor and store on food surface.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice machine with out backflow device. Instructed to obtain and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak at 3-compartment sink pipe and faucet, observed 3-compartment sink slow draining. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive miscellaneous personal items (vitamins, medicine) on shelves and in refrigerator where food is stored. Instructed to remove

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION FROM 8/30/24 REPORT #2601953 NOT CORRECTED. #58 VIOLATION No. 2-102.13. "OBSRERVED NO ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR PIC WITH A MANAGER CERTIFICATE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO OBTAIN ALLERGEN TRAINING AND MAINTAIN CERTIFICATE ON SITE." PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: See #60

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  3. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed gaps around the side and bottom of the rear exterior door. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain tight fitting at all times for the prevention of pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: : observed food items stored in the freezer uncovered. Instructed person in charge to cover all stored food items and maintain.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard in use on the bottoms of tables and tops of equipment. Instructed the person in charge to remove and maintain all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for pic with a manager certificate at the time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to obtain allergen training and maintain certificate on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  4. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed gaps around the side and bottom of the rear exterior door. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain tight fitting at all times for the prevention of pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in the freezer uncovered. Instructed person in charge to cover all stored food items and maintain.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard in use on the bottoms of tables and tops of equipment. Instructed the person in charge to remove and maintain all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste water backup at three-compartment sink. When water is drained from the middle compartment, back up is observed in alternate compartments. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain. Priority foundation #7-38-025. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for pic with a manager certificate at the time of inspection. Instructed person in charge to obtain allergen training and maintain certificate on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  5. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing cleanser at handwashing sink in the rear prep/dishwashing area. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with hand cleaning liquid at all times. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. Citation issued. 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels at the handwashing sink in the rear prep/dishwashing area. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with a hand drying provision at all times. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). See above for violation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rear door open at the time of inspection. Instructed to make sure all doors are closed and tight fitting to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw meats stored in grocery bags in the reach-in freezer in the rear prep area. Instructed to store raw meats in proper food grade containers or bags.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards with open seams and dark stains in the rear prep and cookline area. Instructed to refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wet mops stored on the floor in the rear prep area. Instructed to hang mops when not in use to allow to dry.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  6. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED BULK ITMES SUCH AS SUGAR NOT LABELED IN FRONT AND DRY STORAGE AREA ( SUGAR, SEASONING). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO LABEL ALL BULK STORAGE ITEMS.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-202.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4' GAP ALONG BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER OF FRONT DOOR. MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-501.12 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED CUTTING BOARDS WITH SCRATCHES AND DENTS IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO RESURFACE OR REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-501.11 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED RUSTED STEAM TABLE IN FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE TABLE WITH A CORROSION RESISTANT NON ABSORBENT MATERIAL. OBSERVED CARDBOARD BEING UTILIZED AS SHELVING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE CARDBOARD AND REPLACE WITH ADEQUATE SHELVING.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 4-602.13 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED MOP SINK WITH HEAVY DEBRIS BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO RECEPTACLE IN UNISEX TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED/MISSING AND BROKEN FLOOR TILES & WALL BASES,GAPS IN BETWEEN FLOOR AND WALL BASESTHROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-202.11 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  7. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    10 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk itmes such as sugar not labeled in front and dry storage area ( sugar, seasoning). Instructed manager to label all bulk storage items.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed an appx. "1/2-3/4' gap along bottom right corner of front door. Must make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 30 mouse droppings in rear prep area around grease trap at 3 compartment sink, around hot water heater, and around 1 compartment sink. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize area. (priority foundation violation 7-38-030 (a))(citation issued).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed utensils improperly stored. Tongs were stored inside pan of chicken with handle touching food. Instructed manager to remove tongs and ensure all utensils are properly stored.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards with scratches and dents in front prep area. Instructed manager to resurface or replace cutting boards.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rusted steam table in front prep area. Instructed manager to replace table with a corrosion resistant non absorbent material. Observed cardboard being utilized as shelving. Instructed manager to remove cardboard and replace with adequate shelving

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop sink with heavy debris build up. Instructed manager to detail clean.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no receptacle in unisex toilet room. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacle.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged and broken floor tiles throughout prep and dish washing areas, crack in wall near rear hand sink.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide light shields in rear prep/dish washing area.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  8. Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision (ie paper towels) at handwash sink in front prep area where food handler actively working. Instd to provide at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED MULTIPLE CONTAINERS OF TCS REFRIGERATED FOODS WITHOUT DATE MARKING. (COOKED PORK, COOKED GOAT, COOKED BEEF) ALL TCS REFRIGERATED FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS SHALL BE CLEARLY MARKED TO INDICATE THE DAY OR DATE by which the FOOD shall be consumed on the PREMISES, sold, or discarded when held at a temperature of 5ºC (41ºF) or less for a maximum of seven (7) days. The day of preparation shall be counted as Day 1. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005 PRIORITY FOUNDATION. ALL FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 15LBS, $50 VALUE.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Containers of salsa on floor. Instd to elevate 6 inches and maintain

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Styrofoam cup stored in container of salsa. Instd to use proper dispending utensil such as ladle with handle, and have handle stored above food.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Interior of freezer in rear not clean with excessive ice and food debris. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Food handlers missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  9. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 paperwork Show violations
    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing allegen training for all city of chicago certified managers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Over 15 live small flies on walls and flying in rear prep area. Instd to remove flies, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Cutting board in rear prep area heavily stained and with deep, dark grooves. Instd to replace and maintain cutting boards

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Missing allegen training for all city of chicago certified managers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  11. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed procedures for cleaning up vomit, and diarrhea but is missing some necessary items, and a disinfectant rated for norovirus, instructed to provide priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed aluminum foil as lining on the storage shelf in the rear prep/dish area, instructed to remove the foil so as surface to be smooth, even ,easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed several water damaged ceiling tiles in the rear water damaged, instructed to replace.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed storage in front of restaurant of table and grill, instructed to remove from front of restaurant.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  12. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical Show violations
    • 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 in place. Instd to provide and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-12(a).

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 no procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide and maintain priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.11(a) no handwashing sink in front prep area. Instd to provide handsink in same area with hot/cold running water under city pressure. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: 3.501.17(a) variety of foods not properly labeled, dated (cooked beans, rice, tripe, etc) food prepared and held for more than 24 hours shall be clearly marked to indicate the day or date by which food shallbe sold or discarded for a maximum of 7 days. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed frozen chicken in grocery bags, instructed to provide proper food grade containers ie. Zip loc or baggies.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the front cutting boards not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize. Also clean unused hot holding unit front, and interior of microwave.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in rear prep/storage area, instructed to replace.also clean wall under rear microwave.

  14. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handling employees not wearing a hair restraint while preparing food. Must provide for all employees.

  15. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Facilities do not maintain proper temperature. Observed the maytag residential refrigerator/freezer combo with an air temperature of 43.7f inside of the refrigerator. The refrigerator was used to store potentially hazardous foods such as raw meats. Management instructed to repair and maintain below 40f. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures inside of the cooler in the front prep area and refrigerator in the rear prep area. Observed pork at 45.8f, steak at 44f, cooked rice at 44.6f, and cooked beans at 68.3f inside of the coolers. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $55. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods (chopped onions and cilantro) while food handling employees were preparing tacos. Management instructed that there is no bare hand contact allowed with ready-to-eat foods and to use appropriate utensils or equipment (gloves, tongs, deli paper, spoons, etc.). Critical violation 7-38-010a.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No light shields or end caps provided over the light fixtures above the grill. Management instructed to install light shields and end caps.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: No thermometer was observed inside of the refrigerator. Must provide thermometers inside of all coolers and refrigerators.

  16. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    7 general Show violations
    • 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 freezer in rear prep area; also instructed to repair or replace cutting boards and maintain

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean debris from around oven in front prep area, and maintain. Also defrost rear reach in frezzer, clean and maintain

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair floors in the front and rear prep areas, so they are easily cleanable, and maintain. Instructed to repair floor tile in front of the washroom, and maintain

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair/replace stained ceiling tiles in the front and rear prep areas, and maintain. Clean dust from ceiling vent in the washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace lighting in reach in cooler in the rear storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to properly store rags in sanitizer when in use

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to organize and clean rear storage area of all clutter, and maintain.

  17. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed quarter inch opening under rear door. Instructed to rodent proof to prevent rodent entry. Serious violation 7-38-020. Citation issued.

    • 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 freezer in rear prep area; also instructed to repair or replace cutting boards and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean debris from around oven in front prep area, and maintain. Also defrost rear reach in frezzer, clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair floors in the front and rear prep areas, so they are easily cleanable, and maintain. Instructed to repair floor tile in front of the washroom, and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair/replace stained ceiling tiles in the front and rear prep areas, and maintain. Clean dust from ceiling vent in the washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace lighting in reach in cooler in the rear storage area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to properly store rags in sanitizer when in use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to organize and clean rear storage area of all clutter, and maintain.

  18. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  19. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violations from report dated 3/18/14 # 1402085 not corrected: #35 small refrigerator in front prep area on a piece of raw wood that is unclean. Restore wood to a smooth easily cleanable surface. #38 observed exposed handsink with limited accessibilty due to counter instructed to remove counter or turn handisnk to make it fully accessible. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed reach in freezer with excess ice accumulation. Defrost clean and maintain interior of reach in freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed tongs stored within food product. All food dispensing utensils need to be stored outside of product when not in use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths on counter. All wiping cloths need to be stored in sanitizer at 50-100 ppm when not in use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed sleeve of disposable cups stored on floor. All food and food related products need to be stored at least 6 inches off ground at all times.

  20. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical10 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED PREPACKAGED HAM AND CHEESE WITH IN REFRIGERATOR WITH AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48.0 F. FOOD TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.2 F TO 55.3 F APPROXIMATELY 20 LBS AT $50 VALUE. ALL FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED. OBSERVED STEAK APPROXIMATELY 10 LBS $40 VALUE AT FOOD TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 49.0 F- 52.0 F WITHIN SMALLER REFRIGERATOR IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH AIR TEMPERATURE OF 48.7 F ALL FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005 (a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed small refrigerator in front prep area on a piece of raw wood that is unclean. Restore raw wood to a washable cleanable surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exterior of knife rack unclean with grease build up. Instructed to clean exterior of knife rack and maintain in a sanitary condition at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cutting board that has dark grooves and stains. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize properly and if dark grooves and stains do not come clean to replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed shelving under stove unclean with caked on grease and food debris. Instructed to degrease, clean and sanitize and maintain in a sanitary condition at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease build up and food debris on floors under and behind large equipment. Instructed to clean floors under and behind all large equipment and maintain in a sanitary condition.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed small leak at handle of 3 compartment sink. Repair leak and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exposed hand sink with limited accessibility due to counter. Instructed to remove part of counter or turn hand sink and make it fully accessible.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer present for manager to take a temperature of food product. Instructed manager that a metal stem thermometer must be purchased.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 15 paint cans stored under 3 compartment sink remove unnecessary articles from restaurant.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed cups inside bulk food product. Instructed to replace all non handled scoops with handled scoops and maintain handle out of food product.

  21. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide stoppers at 3 compartment sink in rear of premises and remove rust from top of large chest freezer in rear prep area

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of all reach-in refrigerators of foo debris,clean bottom shelving of prep table at front prep area also defrost large chest freezer in rear has ice build-up inside and cutting board is stained in rear prep area must remove stains

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove chip paint from wall in rear prep area near 3 compartment sink must use a non toxic paint

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside all refrigerators in rear prep area and all chest coolers

  22. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The shelf and legs under the prep table in the rear prep area thick with rust buildup. Instructed to remove the rust and paint with non toxic paint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Defrost and clean the reachin freezer thick with ice buildup inside. Clean the cooking equipment and the hood and filters above has grease buildup.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floors throughout along the walls and in the corners has dust buoldup on them.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Holes in the walls throughout premises. Instructed to seal all the holes so no insect or rodent harborage.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The light fixture in the ceiling above the 3 compartment sink in poor repair. Instructed to repair or replace it.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the vents in the dining room, toilet room and in both prep areas thick with dust and dirt buildup.

  23. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products. THE LARGE FOOD CONTAINERS NOT LABELED FLOUR, SUGER, ECT. INSTRUCTED TO LABEL SAME.

    • 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. THE GREASE TRAP UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IS RUSTY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE RUST AND PAINT SAME.

    • 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. DEFROST AND CLEAN THE REACHIN CHEST FREEZER HAS ICE BUILDUP.

    • 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. SOME FLOOR TILES ARE MISSING LOCATED BY THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO TO REPLACE SAME.

  24. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Knife rack and exterior of dry storage containers not clean. Clean same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Stock on floor. Elevate same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Vents in dining area with dust. Clean same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Re-attach self-closing device at toilet room door.

  25. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.STORE KNIVES FROM IN BETWEEN EQUIPMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES AND GREASE TRAP OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

    • 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.MUST SEAL OPENING IN FLOOR BEHIND WASH MACHINE & UNDER HAND SINK IN HALLWAY.

    • 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.WORN DOOR SWEEP ON FRONT DOOR,SEAL FRONT WINDOWS,SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL IN HALLWAY & DINING ROOM.

    • 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.PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN BOTH PREP AREAS.

    • 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FAUCET AT REAR PREP HAND SINK & LEAKY PIPE AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 2 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.