A.P. Deli Restaurant Group, Inc.

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Dec 24, 2025 Closed

   Canvass · Out of Business

   The inspector found this business closed.

   No violations

2. Dec 19, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   2 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: 3-501.16 observed tcs foods (cheese) at improper cold holding temperatures located in the food prep area. Observed about 3 lbs of cheese at 57f. Instructed to discard and denature and always maintain all cold holding tcs foods at 41f or below at all times. Manager discarded the product during the inspection. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15(a) observed the hot water not turning on at the utility sink and the only hand washing sink not properly draining. Instructed to repair plumbing according to law and maintain. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 15 rodent droppings located around the hot water heater, about 30 rodent droppings located under the customer service counter, and about 30 rodent droppings located inside of the toilet room cabinet under the hand washing sink. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed a male food handler without hair properly restrained in the hair net. Instructed to always properly restrain hair at all times.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed the meat slicer needs to be cleaned to remove food debris. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed accumulated dirt debris on the floors throughout the food prep area. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

     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 observed no food handler certificates available for inspector's review. Instructed to provide at all times or meet requirement.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the city of chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirement for all city of chicago food service sanitation managers.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

3. Oct 9, 2025 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 observed the coving in the toilet room deattached from the wall and a hole in the wall in the toilet room. Instructed to repair.

     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 observed one male food employee, new hire, without a food handler certificate. Instructed all new hires must obtain a food handlers certificate within 30 days of hire.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

4. Oct 2, 2025 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   6 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-601.11 observed some prepackaged to go items not labeled with the business name, address and ingredients. Instructed to provide on all prepackaged to go 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: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 30 rodent droppings in a lower shelf in the toilet room, observed one small cockroach crawling on the ground under the hand washing sink and observed about two large flies flying in the customer service and food prep area. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b) observed the corned beef slicer with accumulated food debris. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed the hot water knob at the 3 compartment sink in poor repair. Instructed to repair according to law.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: 5-501.15 observed the outside garbage dumpster ground area not maintained with accumulated garbage around the ground area, empty cardboard boxes on top of the outside dumpster and the grease dumpster lid opened. Instructed to maintain the outside garbage dumpster area at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(b).

     Official wording (code 54)

     Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 observed the coving in the toilet room deattached from the wall and a hole in the wall in the toilet room. Instructed to repair.

     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 observed one male food employee, new hire, without a food handler certificate. Instructed all new hires must obtain a food handlers certificate within 30 days of hire.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

5. Apr 2, 2025 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 general Show violations

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed damaged door gaskets on prep cooler in rear prep area. Observed ice buildup in front display cooler. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shield above walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to provide light shield or shatterproof bulb.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

6. Mar 26, 2025 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   8 general Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed food containers not properly labeled in rear prep area. Instructed manager to properly label all food containers with common name of food.

     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 over 50 mice droppings scattered on floor under electrical wiring in front counter area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) 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: Observed damaged door gaskets on prep cooler in rear prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Observed ice buildup in front display cooler. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     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 raw wood surfaces in front counter area. Instructed manager to seal all raw wood surfaces to make smooth and easily 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: Observed debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, ledges, counters. Instructed manager to 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: Observed food spills and dust buildup on walls, debris on floor under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop heads stored on floor. Instructed manager to store mop heads upright to dry.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shield above walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to provide light shield or shatterproof bulb.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

7. Jul 19, 2024 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   8 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles and utensils not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles and utensils to protect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezers, cooking equpment, shelving units, prep tables. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water and drainpipe missing at utility sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow device on utlity sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle inside washroom. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed large opening in ceiling in rear prep area. Instructed manager to seal all openings, repair and maintain ceiling.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup inside ventilation hood. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed two male employees with no food handler training. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing allergen awareness training for certified manager on site. All certified managers must provide allergen training.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

8. Jul 10, 2024 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   10 general2 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on floor along walls and corners behind prep coolers, cooking equipment, furnace, sinks, on ledges in front counter, on bottom of prep tables in prep and storage areas, on floor, shelving units and inside vanity cabinet in washroom. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles and utensils not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles and utensils to protect from contamination.

     Official wording (code 45)

     Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of coolers, freezers, cooking equpment, shelving units, prep tables. Instructed manager to clean and maintain .

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no backflow device on utlity sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain .

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water and drainpipe missing at utility sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle inside washroom. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed large opening in ceiling in rear prep area. Instructed manager to seal all openings, repair and maintain ceiling.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed unused articles and equipment inside unused coolers, along walls and corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup inside ventilation hood. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed two male employees with no food handler training. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed missing allergen awareness training for certified manager on site. All certified managers must provide allergen training.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Dec 1, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

10. Nov 17, 2023 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a female food handler not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed manager to have all employees wear a hair restraint while in the prep areas. Maintain same.

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the storage racks inside the walk in cooler are rusty. Instructed manager to remove rust from racks and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the drain pipe from the air condition draining into the hand washing sink. Instructed to reroute to a floor drain and maintain.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the previous core violation not corrected from report ##2545681 0n 12-15-21: #57-observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement. #58-observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the previous core violations from report #2559458 dated 06/16/2022 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed manager to correct and maintain: #49.-observed food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, slicers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain. #51.-observed leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair. #53.-observed no self-closing device on washroom door. Instructed manager to install self-closing device and maintain. #55.-observed openings in walls and ceilings in rear prep area, damaged wall surfaces and openings along floor and baseboards in washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. #55.-observed debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and front counter areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain. #56.-observed inoperable mechanical…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

11. Jun 16, 2022 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical9 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide signed acknowledgement of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010 citation issued

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep table. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken glass on door of front counter dessert display cooler. Observed ice buildup in front counter beverage cooler display cooler. Observed rust deposits on shelving units in walk-in cooler.instructed manager to repair.

      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 food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, slicers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no self-closing device on washroom door. Instructed manager to install self-closing device and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed openings in walls and ceilings in rear prep area, damaged wall surfaces and openings along floor and baseboards in washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and front counter areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inoperable mechanical ventilation in washroom. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2545681 0n 12-15-21:57-observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement.58-observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

12. Jun 9, 2022 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical12 general Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide signed acknowledgement of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010 citation issued

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometer in front display cooler. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on floor and ledges along walls behind and under coolers, exposed sink, 3-compartment sink, prep tables, shelving units, front window sill, front counter, and inside unused coolers under front counter. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      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 four dead mice on glueboards behind reach-in freezer near rear door. Instructed manager to remove.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep table. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken glass on door of front counter dessert display cooler. Observed ice buildup in front counter beverage cooler display cooler. Observed rust deposits on shelving units in walk-in cooler.instructed manager to repair.

      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 food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of prep tables, slicers, shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no self-closing device on washroom door. Instructed manager to install self-closing device and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and front counter areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed openings in walls and ceilings in rear prep area, damaged wall surfaces and openings along floor and baseboards in washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inoperable mechanical ventilation in washroom. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2545681 0n 12-15-21:57-observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement.58-observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

13. Dec 15, 2021 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 paperwork Show violations

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

14. Dec 8, 2021 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 92.2lbs of cooked corned beef improperly held in walk-in cooler with temperatures ranging from 48.4f to 75.7f. Manager discarded and denatured corned beef totaling $800. 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 display counter cooler at improper cold hold temperature of 51.0f. Instructed manager that unit must maintain a cold hold temperature of 41.0f or less. Unit tagged and must not removed until cdph is contacted. Priority violation 7-38-050. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 30-40 mice droppings near front window, underneath serving counter and next to handsink near 3 compartment sink. Strong advised manager to have pest control company service facility. All affected areas cleaned and sanitized during inspection. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside dumpster overflowing with garbage above the rim. Instructed manager to lids must be closed and secured at all times. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(b) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

15. Nov 15, 2021 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirty wiping cloths on 3 compartment sink and on prep table. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no self closing door on staff toilet room door. Instructed manager to provide/install mechanism that will allow door to self close to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation hood with accumulated grease and debris. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

16. Nov 4, 2021 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical11 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage at handsink in toilet room and handsink in main prep area. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers in reach-in coolers in front serving and prep areas. Instructed manager to provide thermometers in all coolers.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed cakes and deli sandwiches with no labels in prep cooler near front serving counter. Instructed manager to provide labeling and maintain.

      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 over 30 mice droppings near front window behind serving counter and underneath serving counter. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize and contact pest control company for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

      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 no pest control log book on site as required. Male employee presented a text message with a service report attached. Instructed manager to provide log book with service records and idph pest control company license certificate. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(c)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirty wiping cloths on 3 compartment sink and on prep table. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution between uses.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed door tracks on reach in cooler in front serving area with food debris and crumbs. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      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 covered waste receptacle for feminine hygiene products in staff toilet room. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no self closing door on staff toilet room door. Instructed manager to provide/install mechanism that will allow door to self close to prevent contamination.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dust on walls and fixtures. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling in poor repair above prep table in front prep area. Instructed to repair ceiling and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation hood with accumulated grease and debris. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for any manager. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

17. Jun 21, 2021 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hood filters of cooking equipment not clean. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucet at 3- compartment sink. Instructed to repair

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling in poor repair above prep table in front prep area. Instructed to repair ceiling

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of food handlers training for new employees. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for manager. Must provide

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

18. Jun 9, 2021 Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    2 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: See violation #2

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed (pic) manager on duty with no valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted at this time . Tcs foods being prepared, sandwiches being made,etc. Instructed that certified food manager must be on site at all times tcs foods are prepared and handled. Priority violation issued 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of improper pest control on site. Observed 29-mice droppings left inside bottom red cabinet in washroom,21 mice droppings on floor under front counter,4- droppings on top of brick on floor near walk in cooler. Instructed to throughly clean and sanitize all areas. Recommened pest control service. Priority foundation issued 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hood filters of cooking equipment not clean. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucet at 3- compartment sink. Instructed to repair

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling in poor repair above prep table in front prep area. Instructed to repair ceiling

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of food handlers training for new employees. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for manager. Must provide

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

19. Apr 26, 2021 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hood filters of cooking equipment not clean. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucet at 3- compartment sink. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling in poor repair above prep table in front prep area. Instructed to repair ceiling

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of food handlers training for new employees. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for manager. Must provide

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

20. Apr 19, 2021 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed procedure however must provide all necessary items in policy including disposable gloves, face mask and appropriate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 2 tray,(9) corn beef briskets date marked ( 4/18/21) maintained at improper cold temperatures. Instructed to maintain cold (tcs) foods maintained at improper cold temperatures ranging from 53.1f to 54.0f. Instructed to maintain cold tcs foods at 41.0f or below. Food was removed and discarded by pic at approx 100lbs cost approx value of $500.00-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Evidence of improper pest control on premises. Observed 81 mice droppings on floor under shelving unit ,behind toilet in washroom and all over bottom shleves in employees washroom. Instructed to clean/ sanitize all areas. Recommed pest service. Priority foundation issued 7-38-020(a).

      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 no pest control book for new pest control company. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chlorine sanitizer test kit for sanitizer being use at 3- compartment dishwashing facilities. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation issued 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hood filters of cooking equipment not clean. Instructed to clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucet at 3- compartment sink. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling in poor repair above prep table in front prep area. Instructed to repair ceiling.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of food handlers training for new employees. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training for manager. Must provide.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

21. Feb 21, 2020 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a slow drain at the exposed hand sink. Must 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: Floors need cleaning in the front and rear prep area to remove spills and/or grease.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted a missing light shield over the front dish washing area. Must replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified manager must have allergen training or citations wiil follow.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

22. Jun 7, 2019 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: : observed procedure however must provide all necessary items in policy including disposable gloves, face mask and appropriate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

23. May 31, 2019 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed procedure however must provide all necessary items in policy including disposable gloves, face mask and appropriate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Improper cold temperatures of (tcs) food inside walk in cooler. Observed (4) cornbeef briskets approx 110 lbs at improper temperature ranging from 68f to 84.6f inside walk in cooler . Instructed to maintain cold foods at 41f or below. Person in charge removed and discarded all cost at approx 375.00. Priority violation issued 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Evidence of improper pest control on premises.observed 66 mice droppings on floors around heavy equiment in rear prep area and behind front counter under shelves. Must clean/sanitize all areas.priority foundation issued 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed lower shelf of all tables in prep areas not clean of build up debris, grease. Must clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirty mop in dirty mop bucket. Instructed to properly store inverted and properly store after use.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter inside cabinets under front counter of unnecessary articels of old equipment xmas directions,etc. Must remove to prevent pest harborage areas.

      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 violation( # 58- no allergens training) from last inspection dated ( 2-8-2019),still not corrected. Priority foundation violation issued 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed all new employees/food handlers without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

24. Feb 8, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation. 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: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure on site for responding to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      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: Upon reinspection observed no hot water at handwashing sink in prep area. Water temperature 30.f. Instructed that hot water at handwashing sink must be at least 100.0f. Employee turn connection back on and provided hot water at handwashing sink,-cos. Priority foundation issued 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: Observed ready to eat time/temperature control for safety foods (cooked hamburger, deli meat) out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours without labels containing product dates. Instructed to provide labels with dates for all ready to eat tcs foods that are out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods (deli meat, cooked hamburgers) out of the original packaging without labels containing the product name. Instructed to provide labels with product names on all foods that are out of the original packaging

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed prepackaged deli meat sandwiches for sale at the front counter without labels containing ingredients. Instructed to provide labels with ingredients for all prepackaged sandwiches

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no alleregen warning labels on the prepackaged desserts for sale at the front customer counter. Instructed to provide allergen warning labels for all prepackaged desserts. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no drainboard located above or around the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled chip boxes on the floor and clutter behind the refrigeration units in the customer service area. Instructed to remove clutter or elevate at least 6 inches from the ground

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a hole in the ceiling located above the prep table. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dirt debris under the 3 compartment sink, behind refrigeration units and under and behind the prep tables and reach in cooler. Observed accumulated dust on the fan located in the food prep area. Instructed to clean all said areas.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a male food handler without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 observed city of chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training. Instructed to meet requirement

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

25. Jan 28, 2019 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical10 general2 paperwork 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) observed no employee health policy on site. Instructed to provide an employee health policy that includes a signed acknowledgement from each employee. Priority foundation. 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: 2-501.11 observed no written procedure on site for responding to vomit and diarrhea events that can potentially occur inside of the food establishment. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      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: 6-301.11 observed no hand washing cleanser available at the hand washing sink in the food prep area. Instructed to always maintain hand washing cleanser at the hand washing sinks at all times. 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: 6-301.12 observed no paper towels at the hand washing sink located in the food prep area. Instructed to always maintain paper towels at the hand washing sink at all times. Manager provided paper towels during the inspection. Priority foundation. Citation issued under 6-301.11

      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 observed ready to eat time/temperature control for safety foods (cooked hamburger, deli meat) out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours without labels containing product dates. Instructed to provide labels with dates for all ready to eat tcs foods that are out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed no thermometer located inside of the refrigerator with cooked hamburgers. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed tcs foods (deli meat, cooked hamburgers) out of the original packaging without labels containing the product name. Instructed to provide labels with product names on all foods that are out of the original packaging.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-601.11 observed prepackaged deli meat sandwiches for sale at the front counter without labels containing ingredients. Instructed to provide labels with ingredients for all prepackaged sandwiches.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-602.11(b:5) observed no alleregen warning labels on the prepackaged desserts for sale at the front customer counter. Instructed to provide allergen warning labels for all prepackaged desserts. Priority foundation. No citation issued.

      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: 6-501.111 observed about 50 rodent droppings thru out the facility; about 10 rodent droppings under the 3 compartment sink, about 30 rodent droppings located behind the rear in freezer in the rear, and about 10 rodent droppings located behind refrigeration units located in the front customer service area. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.13 observed no drainboard located above or around the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed utility sink clogged. Instructed to repair so that utility sink drains properly at all times.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed accumulated dirt debris under the 3 compartment sink, behind refrigeration units and under and behind the prep tables and reach in cooler. Observed accumulated dust on the fan located in the food prep area. Instructed to clean all said areas.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed a hole in the ceiling located above the prep table. Instructed to repair.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled chip boxes on the floor and clutter behind the refrigeration units in the customer service area. Instructed to remove clutter or elevate at least 6 inches from the ground.

      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 observed a male food handler without a food handlers certificate. Instructed to meet requirement.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 observed city of chicago food service sanitation manager without the required allergen training. Instructed to meet requirement.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

26. Nov 1, 2017 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Prepackaged sanwiches , sweet potato pies,cake slices not labeled. Must intall labels with ingredients ,( eggs, milk, onions,etc

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Additional sheving need inside walk in cooler for food storage,pops, etc.must intall.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: : floors not clean around furnace, and in customer area at door area and coolers.must clean/maintain

27. Oct 17, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 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: Front door not rodent proofed at bottom of door approx 1/4 inch.must repair. Also no pest control log book.must provide. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Prepackaged sanwiches , sweet potato pies,cake slices not labeled. Must intall labels with ingredients ,( eggs, milk, onions,etc).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Additional sheving need inside walk in cooler for food storage,pops, etc.must intall.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors not clean around furnace, and in customer area at door area and coolers.must clean/maintain.

28. May 24, 2016 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields and endcaps in display coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Nstall back flow device on utility sink. Repair leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink.

29. May 17, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    10 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 10-15 mice droppings on window ledge along east wall behind front counter, 8 rat droppings on floor along south wall near furnace in rear prep area . Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: No chemical test kit available during inspection. Instructed manager to provide test kit for proper sanitizer concentration serious violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove rust deposits on upper panel inside ice machine and maintain. Install splash guard between utility sink and slicer 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 and exterior of slicers, prep tables, cooking equipment, coolers and freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields and endcaps in ventilation hood, prep areas and display coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install self-closing device on washroom door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install back flow device on utility sink. Repair low hot water pressure and hot water handle on washbowl.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear proper hair restraints.

30. Jul 29, 2015 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

31. Jul 27, 2015 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical15 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods, corn beef at improper tempurature; 120.5. Instucted manager to discard and denature food. Instructed manager to keep potentially hazardous hot foods at 140f or above.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure

      Inspector’s note: Obsereved no hot running water throughout the facility at exposed hand sinks, 3 comp sink and mop sink per city code. Instructed manager to contact plummer to coorcet problem. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: Found the exposed hand washing sink not accessible (obstructed by a chair and large reach in cooler), without soap and not maintained. Also, found plumbers putty inside the sink. Instructed to make sink accessible, provide soap, remove putty and fix sink so it is smooth and easily cleanable. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside grease container surrounded by trash, grease build up on exterior surface, also surrounded by tall grass and weeds with excessive debris. Instucted to clean outside area and maintain. Serious violation 7-020-038.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: No chemical test kit on primeses. Instucted to provide and maintain. Seroius violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 3 comp sink not maintained. Water back-up was observed in the compartments while water was running. Also, leaks profusely from the base of the faucet and the faucet is extremely loose. Instructed to repair and maintain. Serious violation. 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to remove the rust from the interior of the ice machine. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide a knob to the display reach in cooler in the front prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to remove the excess ice build up from the rear reach in freezer. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: interior/exterior of the cooking equipment, ice machine, storage racks inside all coolers, the exterior of the grease trap and the interior of the mopsink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain the floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix the damaged floor tiles in the toilet room. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: ventilation hood, vents through out, walls and ceiling in the prep areas.

    • 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 fix and maintain the damaged walls by the rear door and on the outside of the toilet room. Also, remove the peeling paint from the ceiling in the rear and in the front above the display cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide a self closing device to the toilet room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to find and fix the leaks above the front display cooler and inside the rear walk in cooler. Maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to install a 3-compartment sink large enough to submerge the biggest utensil(s) or remove large utensils.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to hang all mops up when not in use.

32. Nov 24, 2014 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served such as corn beef and italian beef,serious violation 7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Small leak from ceiling near the walk-in cooler in prep area,must repair

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair hot water handle at the 3 compartment sink in rear,the handle is stripped,must repair.

33. May 23, 2014 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove rust from the grease trap at 3 compartment sink

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the floors in rear of premises,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair the ventilation in the washroom in rear of premises

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers inside reach-in cooler and display unit

34. Feb 25, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label packaged sandwiches in display cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install splash guard between utiltiy sink and freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of unused display coolers under front counter, rear cooler and freezer, fryer cabinets, slicer, etc.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock, shortening, pickles, etc off floor.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair damaged strip on rear door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install back flow device on utility sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers in rear reach-in cooler and front display cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Organize rear reach-in cooler and separate glass cleaner from condiments on shelves behind front counter.

35. Aug 24, 2012 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: Observed no soap and paper towels at exposed sink and no paper towels at washbowl. Instructed manager to provide soap and paper towels at hand sinks for proper hand washing, use of a common towel for drying hands is prohibited. Critical violation 7-38-030 citation issued.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty nor certificate posted when cooked corned beef 187.5f prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment must fit completely under ventilation hood. Install an accessible utility sink with hot/cold running water and back flow device.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.

36. Jun 28, 2012 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment must fit completely under ventilation hood. Install an accessible utility sink with hot/cold running water and back flow device.

37. Jun 21, 2012 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical14 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Water source: safe, hot & cold under city pressure

      Inspector’s note: No hot water at sinks. Instructed manager to provide hot water under city pressure. Critical violation 7-38-030 citation issued. Hot water provided at end of inspection.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: No paper towels at exposed sink and washbowl. Instructed manager to provide paper towels or sanitary hand drying devices to properly dry hands. Critical violation 7-38-030 citation issued.

    • 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: Front and rear doors not rodent proofed 1/4" gap on bottom and right side of doors. Seal all outer openings on doors to prevent pest entry. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No chicago food sanitation manager on duty or certificate posted when sliced deli meats and corned beef 183.6f prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations not corrected from report #537789 32/must scrape or repaint exterior of grease trap and rusty shelves in walk-in cooler. 33/need to clean and sanitize the ice machine at soda machine. Also front and rear slicers. 35/the ceiling behind front counter needs repair and repainting. Also rear prep area wall need repainting. 36/install end caps on light shields prep area missing. 38/using large pots too large to completely submerge in 3 compartment sink must remove and provide pots that can be submerged in 3-comp sink or provide larger sink. Serious violation 7-42-090 citation issued.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label all packaged sandwiches, cakes and bulk containers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Paint shelves behind front counter. Remove rust deposits on grease trap, shelves in walk-in cooler and bottom of prep tables. Replace soiled cardboard on chip racks. Replace missing filters in ventilation hood.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of ice machine, pop machine, slicers, ventilation hood, coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace damaged floor tiles behind front counter.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls need painting along lower bases in waiting area. Ceiling need repair and painting behind front counter and rear prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shield in ventilation hood and end caps in prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainpipe under 3-comp sink. All cooking equipment must fit completely under ventilation hood. Install an accessible utility sink with hot/cold runn9ing water and back flow device.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers in all coolers and metal stem thermometers for internal temperatures.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove soiled water in mop pail and store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding. Remove excess trash in rear prep areas. Remove items. Ladders, etc away from walls and corners for easy cleaning and pest control.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Properly store ice scoop in separate container or sanitizing solution.

38. Dec 22, 2011 Pass

    Short Form Fire-Complaint · Pass

    6 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.MUST SCRAPE OR REPAINT EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP AND RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES IN WALK-IN COOLER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.NEED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE ICE MACHINE AT SODA MACHINE, ALSO FRONT AND REAR SLICERS.

    • 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.THE CEILING IN THE FRONT WAITING AREA AND BEHIND THE COUNTER NEEDS REPAIR AND REPAINTING, ALSO REAR PREP AREA WALL NEEDS REPAINTING.

    • 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.REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELDS AT ALL FOOD PREP AREAS INSTALL END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS PREP AREA MISSING.

    • 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.USING LARGE POTS TOO LARGE TO COMPLETELY SUBMERGED IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE POTS THAT CAN BE SUBMERGED IN 3 COMP. SINK OR PROVIDE A LARGER SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored.OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES IMPROPERLY STORED ON TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN CLEAN CONTAINER WITH 100PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER

39. Nov 18, 2011 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean ice dispenser at soda machine. Clean interior of ice machine. Clean meat slicer. Must scrape or repaint exterior of grease trap and rusty shelves in walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields at all food prep areas. Install end caps on light shields in prep area where missing.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Using large pots too large to be completely submerged in 3 compartment sink. Must remove and provided utensils that can be completely submerged in 3 compartment sink or provide a larger 3 compartment sink.

40. Oct 13, 2011 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean ice dispenser at soda machine. Clean interior of ice machine. Clean meat slicer. Must scrape or repaint exterior of grease trap and rusty shelves in walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields at all food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Install end caps on light shields in prep area where missing.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Using large pots too large to be completely submerged in 3 compartment sink. Must remove and provided utensils that can be completely submerged in 3 compartment sink or provide a larger 3 compartment sink.

41. Sep 27, 2011 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical7 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed walk-in cooler at 43.9f and 2 door refrigator at 57.2f maintaining improper temperatures. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(a).

    • 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. 1/2 p0und of cut tomatoes at 55.1f and 1/4 of a pound of american cheese at 52.3f. Management discarded product. Critical citation issued 7-38-005(a)

    • 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 mice droppings (20-30 droppings)along wall base behind 2 door prep refrigerator, along wall base by front dessert cooler and behind 3 comp sink and behind grease trap. Other droppings found along wall base directly in front of washroom. Observed 6-8 small flies around hand sink and in washroom. Rear exit door needs to be rodent proofed along bottom and along left side. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean ice dispenser at soda machine. Clean interior of ice machine. Clean meat slicer. Must scrape or repaint exterior of grease trap and rusty shelves in walk in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean floors around and under all equipment on premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean all walls behind kitchen equipment and food prep areas. Repair hole at wall base next to walk in cooler. Repair cracked ceiling at staff washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields at all food prep areas.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace dirty hood filers at kitchen. Repair hot water handle at exposed handsink in prep area. Using large pots too large to be completely submerged in 3 compartment sink. Must remove and provided utensils that can be completely submerged in 3 compartment sink or provide a larger 3 compartment sink. Repair the ventilation in the staff washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Provide a proper ice dispensing utensil holder at ice machine.

42. Nov 18, 2010 Pass

    Complaint-Fire Re-inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: 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. MUST CLEAN AND INSTALL END CAPS ON LIGHT SHIELDS IN PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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 HOT WATER HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR AT 3-COMP SINK.

43. Nov 5, 2010 Fail

    Complaint-Fire · Fail

    4 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: 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 SIDE REAR DOOR IN POOR REPAIR,NOT RODENT PROOF. BOARDED UP FROM OUTSIDE,OPEN AREAS,ACESSIBLE FOR RODENT ENTRY. MUST REPAIR.

    • 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 GARBARGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. HARBORAGE AROUND DUMPSTER. MUST REMOVE,LIDS CLOSED.

    • 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. OBSERVED REAR FLOOR AREAS IN POOR REPAIR,MUST REPLACE.

    • 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 DAMAGE TO CEILINGS IN REAR STORAGE AREAS/ SOME WATER DAMAGE AND OPEN,MISSING CEILING AREAS. MUST REPAIR.

44. Nov 4, 2010 Fail

    Short Form Complaint · Fail

    No violations

45. May 12, 2010 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

46. Apr 28, 2010 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 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: 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 EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL,EVIDENCE OF RODENT/MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES,10-DROPPINGS BEHIND RADIATOR,8- DROPPINGS ALONG WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA. ALSO REAR DOOR IN WIC ROOM NOT RODENT PROOF ALONG INSIDE RIGHT SIDE TO BOTTOM AREA. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE AREAS,RECOMMEND PEST SERVICE. MUST MAKE REPAIRS TO MAKE DOOR RODENT PROOF.

    • 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. OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE/GREASE AREA NOT MAINTAINED,LARGE AMOUNTS OF DEBRIS AROUND DUMPSTER,OPEN GREASE CONTAINER FILLED WITH TRASH. MUST REMOVE AND CLEAN AREA.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. NO PERSON ON PREMISES WITH RECIEPT FOR ENROLLEMENT,OR WITH CITY OF CHGO FOOD SANITATION CERTIFICATE, AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed

      Inspector’s note: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.PREMISES EXPOSE HAND SINK IN PREP AREA NOT CONVENIENT,ACCESSIBLE,OR MAINTAINED FOR USE TO FOOD HANDLERS IN PREP AREA.(HOT WATER HANDLE BROKE/IN POOR REPAIR. HOWEVER EMPLOYEES USING WASHROOM THAT IS WITHIN 2FT FROM PREP AREA.MUST MAKE REPAIRS .MUST HAVE HOT AND COLD WATER ACCESSIBLE.

    • 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 CLEAN FLOORS OF DEBRIS IN BASEMENT