Citgo
5901 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60636
Grocery Store ZIP 60636 Risk 2 (Medium)
Pass with Conditions · as of May 15, 2026
Citgo was last inspected on May 15, 2026 with a result of “Pass w/ Conditions”. Inspectors found 4 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
May 15, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass w/ Conditions
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Obstructed hand wash sink in food prep area, found boxes placed on top of the hand sink preventing access to wash hands, instructed to keep unobstructed. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: No drain board provided to 3-comp sink, instructed to install.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: No sink stoppers for 3-comp sink, instructed to obtain.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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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 while handling and serving TCS foods ( ground beef ) instructed to obtain. priority foundation violation 7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
Inspection history
14 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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 gap between rear area exterior door and floor appeox. 1.0" in width. Instructed to eliminate gaps to prevent the entry of rodents and insects and maintain.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed turkey in food storage container directly on floor in the walk-in cooler. Instructed to store food at least 6" above the floor and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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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: Obsered cutting boards with deep scoring and no longer easily-cleanable in the kitchen area. Instructed to resurface or replace cutting boards so that cutting surfaces are easily-cleanable and maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Noted the shelving inside the walk in / reach in coolers are dirty. Must detail clean and 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: Observed the washroom dirty. Must detail clean and maintain all fixtures,floors and wall.
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 the floors inside the walk in cooler in poor repair and ceiling tiles through out in poor repair. Must repair/replace maintain as 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: Floors need cleaning under the display shelving, inside the walk in cooler and in the rear storage area.
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 clutter in the rear storage area. Must elevate stock 6" off the floor and away from the wall. Must use proper shevling for easy cleaning and monitoring underneath.
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: Instructed manager all employee's that handle food must have a food handlers certificate as required or citations will follow.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Person in charge without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain certificate.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: No employee health policy in place. Instd to provide a verifiable employee acknowledged health policy and maintain. Priority foundation. 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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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: Excessive rust on shelves in walk in cooler. Instd to remove rust and maintain surfaces
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floor tiles missing in walk in cooker. Instd to replace and maintain same.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee's behind the service counter not wearing mask and a few customer not properly wearing them and a few not at all. Instructed manager to comply with the executive order or citations will follow.
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling,preparing and serving tcs foods such as deli sandwhiches, nachos w/cheese and beef). Instd to have on duty at all times. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Missing food handler training for employees. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification of training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
6 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Person in charge without city of chicago certified manager certificate. Instd to obtain certificate.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: No employee health policy in place. Instd to provide a verifiable employee acknowledged health policy and maintain. Priority foundation. 7-38-010
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: No procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide procedure and necessary supplies effective against norovirus. Priority foundation 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: Handwash sink in prep area not accessible, soiled utensils in basin of sink. Instd to keep basin clean and clear at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No handwash cleanser at handwash sink in prep area. Instd to provide at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision in toilet room. Instd to provide hand drying device (disposable paper towels) at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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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: Excessive rust on shelves in walk in cooler. Instd to remove rust and maintain surfaces.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floor tiles missing in walk in cooker. Instd to replace and maintain same.
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 city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling tcs foods (italian beef, nachos w/cheese and beef). Instd to have on duty at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Missing food handler training for employees. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification of training
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
1 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink not maintained, pipe leaking excessively underneath into bucket. Instd to repair and maintain. Violation 7-38-030 serious.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical3 general Show violations
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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: Exposed handsink not maintained, pipe underneath in poor repair, water draining onto floor when handsink is used. Exposed handsink not accessible, cutting board, equipment in basin of sink. Also no soap or sanitary hand drying device at exposed handsink. Instd to repair sink, have accessible and provide soap and sanitary hand drying device at all times. Violation 7-38-030 critical.
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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 city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (beef, nachos with beef or cheese). Violation 7-38-012a serious.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink not maintained, pipe leaking excessively underneath into bucket. Instd to repair and maintain. Violation 7-38-030 serious.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Missing attached metal drainboard for 3-compartment sink. No splashguard inbetween 3-compartment sink and utility sink. Instd to provide.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · 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: Clean the interior of the cappuccino machine.
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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: Replace the missing floor tiles in the walk-in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside of all coolers.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
5 critical8 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 walk-in cooler with an air temperature of 51.3f. The cooler was used to store potentially hazardous foods such as milk and cheese. The condenser unit had ice on it and was turned off. Water was dripping from the ceiling of the walk-in cooler. 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 at improper temperatures inside of the walk-in cooler and 1 door prep cooler. Observed ham at 45.5f, milk at 45.2-49.2f, eggs at 49.9f, bologna at 51.5f, hot dogs at 50.3f, cheese at 50.8f. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 100# of food worth $150. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed unhygienic food handling practices by food handling employee. Observed an employee take money from customers and then put on a pair of gloves to prepare chips without washing their hands first. Management instructed on proper handwashing. Critical violation 7-38-010a.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure
Inspector’s note: No hot water provided at the 3 compartment sink. The hot water temperature at the 3 compartment sink was at 76f during the inspection. Management instructed to repair and maintain hot water temperature above 110f at all times. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: The exposed handwashing sink in the food prep area is not maintained. The drain line is not connected to the sink. Management instructed to repair and maintain the handwashing sink at all times. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Observed live fruit flies and house flies in the food prep area, office, washroom and retail area. Approximately 50 live fruit flies and 10 house flies were observed. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Also observed fly strips attached to the ceiling in the food prep area. Management instructed to remove the fly strips from this area. Must provide ipdh license # for pest control company and a proper pest control log book. 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 city of chicago certified food manager present while potentially hazardous foods (ground beef at 154.2f) is being prepared and served. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector’s note: No inspection report summary posted on the premises. Management was given a copy of today's inspection report summary and was instructed to post it in view of all customers. Serious violation 7-42-010b.
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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 interior of the cappuccino machine and replace the missing top lid.
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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 the floor of the food prep area. Replace the missing floor tiles in the walk-in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: No hot water was provided to the mop sink. Repair the valve or handle so that mop sink has running hot water.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside of all coolers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handling employees must wear a hair restraint.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.NEED TO SEAL RAW WOOD STORAGE SHELVES OVER REAR STORAGE DOOR. ALSO FREEZER DOOR #9 NOT PROPERLY CLOSING BROKEN TOP (DOOR CLOSURE) INSTRUCTED TO HAVE REPAIRED.
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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 INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE, CABINETS UNDER COFFEE BAR,ICE CREAM FREEZER, 7UP COOLER STORAGE SHELVES. CLEAN PLASTIC CANOPY OVER COFFEE BAR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER REAR STORAGE SHELVES, IN WALK-IN COOLER, AND FREEZER.
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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.OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES OVER 3 COMP. SINK, AND OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES ON SALES FLOOR AND REAR STORAGE AREA NEED TO REPAIR.REPAIR WALL ON SALES FLOOR WHERE SHELVE WAS TAKEN DOWN, AND CLEAN WALLS AND CEILING IN WALK-IN COOLER.
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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.NEED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS THRU OUT. All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces. REPLACE BURNT OUT BULB IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
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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.NEED SINK STOPPERS FOR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens.CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA NEED TO REMOVE ITEMS NOT BEING USED.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE SHELVES; PAINT WHERE NECESSARY.
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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. VIOLATION PARTIALLY CORRECTED. CEILING TILES REPLACED AND WALLS WIPED DOWN. CONTINUE CLEANING ALL CEILING VENTS INCLUDING VENT IN WASHROOM.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
7 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 MORE THAN TWENTY MOUSE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR OF STORAGE ROOM IN REAR. DROPPINGS OBSERVED UNDER AND BEHIND PALLETS ON FLOOR. MUST REMOVE ALL PALLETS AND CLEAN THOROUGHLY TO REMOVE DROPPINGS.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OUTSIDE DISPOSAL AREA NOT MAINTAINED AS REQUIRED. OBSERVED TRASH AND PLASTIC SODA CRATES ON GROUND AND DUMPSTERS PARTIALLY OVERFLOWING. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA TO AVOID RODENT HARBORAGE.
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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. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN STORAGE SHELVES; PAINT WHERE NECESSARY.
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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 FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN AL CORNERS IN SALES, STORAGE AND COUNTER 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. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN SALES AREA. WALLS NEED CLEANING/PAINTING IN BEVERAGE AND REAR AREAS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS TO REMOVE DUST; INCLUDING VENT FAN IN WASHROOM. (CORRECT BY APRIL 25, 2012)
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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 FROM FAUCET NECK OF THREE COMP SINK. A LARGE HOLE OBSERVED AT THE SIDE OF THE UTILITY SINK; REPAIR IF POSSIBLE OR REPLACE SINK.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Clutter throughout stock and storage areas. Must organize and maintain. Items removed from utility sink; instructed not to store any items in sink; sink must be accessible to dispose of waste water. Instructed on proper storage of dirty waste water observed in mop bucket; dump into utility sink after using and store wet mop head upward to dry.
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