Noon Hour Grill

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Jul 12, 2024 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Person in charge at the time of inspection does not have a city of chicago sanitation certificate. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Label food with common name at storage area

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Hair restraint is required in prep area.must provide

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Debris inside mop sink. Cleaned and maintain

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Some debris on floor under three compartment sink,clean and maintain

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No original and valid city of chicago food service sanitation certificate posted nor provided on site for present manager on duty. Instructed to provide. A least one certified food manager must be on site when food is handled. Priority foundation: 7-38-012, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed on site an expired allergen training certificate .instructed to renew.certificate valid only for three years.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

2. Mar 10, 2023 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

   No violations

3. Mar 25, 2022 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-101.19-- pressed wood shelving above the three compartment sink in poor repair with chipping wood. Must replace or repair to be smooth and cleanable.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

4. Mar 18, 2022 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Noted animal origin foods such as eggs not properly disclosed on the menu. Must disclose that the eggs are cooked to order, and asterisk noted on the consumer advisory statement must also be asterisk on the food item. Priority foundation violation.

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

     Inspector’s note: No metal stem thermometer is to be used for measuring food temperatures located on the premises. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 36)

     Thermometers provided & accurate

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: All bulk foods not in the original containers must be labeled with the product common name.

     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: No current pest control logbook on site. Last service and service report dated 4-24-19. Must have a licensed pest control co. Service establishment and provide a current logbook with all required documentation and service report. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Pressed wood shelving above the three compartment sink in poor repair with chipping wood. Must replace or repair to be smooth and cleanable.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must not use paper towels or burlap sacks as liners for shelving throughout. Surfaces must be smooth and cleanable. All shelving throughout the kitchen with dirt, debris, and clutter. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Interior and exterior of the coolers and cooks line equipment with food debris and excessive grease. Must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Floors throughout the rear kitchen closet with debris, must clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

5. Jul 7, 2020 No Entry

   Canvass · No Entry

   No violations

6. Apr 17, 2019 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   4 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued

     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: Found no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop and maintain a procedure/plan and to maintain any appropriate supplies on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued -

     Official wording (code 5)

     Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

   • CriticalFood temperature

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed prepared tcs foods not properly date labeled. Must properly date labeled foods with an expiration date no longer than 7 days on all tcs foods. Priority foundation violation:7-38-005. No citation issued. -

     Official wording (code 23)

     Proper date marking and disposition

   • CriticalFood handling

     No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

     Inspector’s note: Premises serves eggs. Observed facility missing consumer advisory disclosure statement for food items/products offered and reminder * statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued. -

     Official wording (code 25)

     Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Label food bottles/containers with common name, once is removed from original containers

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted usage of milk crates for elevation at the kitchen, instructed not to use milk crates for elevation to prevent hiding places for pest. Must provide raised shelving for storage.

     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: Need to provide lids at receptacle in washrooms

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Area on shelves and floor under and by the cooking equipment is extremely clutter with used items: e plastic bags,cardboard boxes, old news paper,containers etc. Instructed to remove items keep area free of litter. -

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Debris on floor under shelves,cooking equipment,and three compartment sink in need of detail clean.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no approved allergen training in accordance with pa 100-0367 on site. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with allergen training and to maintain. -

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

7. Jun 5, 2018 Pass

   Canvass · Pass

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   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed dripping in back of toilet into bucket. Repair toilet and maintain.

8. Apr 4, 2017 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   5 general Show violations

   • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted no city of chicago certified manager on premisis when potentially hazardous foods are cooked and served such as eggs and ham. Serious violation 7-38-012

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted grill,range and kitchen shelving all need cleaning and interior of two door reach-in cooler needs cleaning

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted wall behind range and grill splashed . Instructed management to clean wall.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Ventilation hood at hot line and filters greasy need to be cleaned.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Clutter at rear of kitchen needs to removed and or reorganized.

9. May 10, 2016 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed broken door gasket on the 2-door reach in cooler on the west wall in the kitchen. Also rust on storage racks in said cooler. Instructed to repair and maintain.

   • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

     Inspector’s note: The faucet leaks at the 3-comp sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

10. Apr 29, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    9 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 approximately 25 rodent droppings in the following areas; inside corners of the furnace closet in rear, and outside corners in front of same said closet. Behind reach in pepsi beverage cooler in the customer seating area, and in corners in front of the toilet room. Instructed to remove droppings. Clean, sanitize and contact pest control provider for service and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site with a valid food sanitation license while potentially hazardous foods are being prepare or served. Instructed to have a certified manager on site with a valid food sanitation license at all times. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken door gasket on the 2-door reach in cooler on the west wall in the kitchen. Also rust on storage racks in said cooler. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and grease build up on the following food and non food contact equipment; stove, grill, and fryer has excessive build up. Instructed to deep clean, sanitize and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on floor in prep area, instructed to clean, sanitize 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: Observed peeling paint on the ceiling above the prep area, and the wall vent above the toilet room, has excessive dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install working light in the refrigerator and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak under exposed hand sink on the south wall in the prep area. Also, the faucet leaks at the 3-comp sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter throughout rear, near the exit door and furnace closet. Also, excessive clutter underneath prep tables throughout premises. Instructed to remove items six inches off floor to prevent rodent harborage and organize clutter underneath prep tables and maintain.

11. Mar 28, 2016 No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

12. Jun 23, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed news paper used for shelf liners throughout the prep area, instructed to remove.surface must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Accumulation of dust on vent cover above the washroom door,instructed to clean and maintain

13. Sep 9, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found front counter not clean. Found interior of reach in coolers not clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found front countertops with clutter. Must declutter/clean and organize.

14. Jul 19, 2013 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

15. Jul 12, 2013 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Three compartment sinks not maintained, faucet neck not reaching 3 compartment sinks,reaches only the middle compartment.instructed to provide a longer faucet neck to be able to reach all three compartment sink, mean time fill the other two compartment sink with a clean food grade container to be able to wash, rinse and sanitize. Serious violation:7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Dust and debris on shelf under the prep table across from two door cooler,instructed to clean and maintain. Ice build-up inside the white freezer of reach-in refrigerator,need to remove ice and keep clean unit.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Debris on floor behind the grease trap under the three compartment sink and behind the south refrigerator

16. Nov 1, 2012 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: Label food products in cooler and freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove newspaper from inside the two door cooler,freezer and shelves.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor throughout the premises,clean debris and remove items from behind the counter and refrigerator,south side of prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove dust build-up from vent above the washroom.

17. Nov 16, 2011 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPAIR TOILET TISSUE PAPER HOLDER SECURED WITH SOTCH TAPE, AND FLUSHER KNOB ON TOILET TANK.

    • 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. MUST REPAIR WATER DAMAGE CEILING TILES IN RESTROOM,CLEAN DEBRIS AND STAINS ON VENT ON WALL ABOVE RESTROOM DOOR , WALL BEHIND GRILL UNDER HOOD.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. MUST REMOVE PERSONAL BELONGINGS FROM KITCHEN STORE ELSEWHERE AWAY FROM FOOD PREP AREA.