Cremeria Santa Maria

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed low water pressure at handwashing sink inside washroom. Observed leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 1/2" gap at bottom of left side door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed over 20 rat droppings scattered on floor in basement storage area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor inside walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed single service spoons not inverted on front counter. Instructed manager to invert all single service spoons to protect from contamination.

Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water (64.2f) at handwashing, 3-compartment and utility sinks. Instructed manager to provide hot water under city pressure at all sinks. Priority 7-38-030(c) citation issued

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed low water pressure at handwashing sink inside washroom. Observed leaking drainpipe under 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2623274 on 9-4-25:56- observed ventilation fan in toilet room not operable. Instructed to provide a working ventilation fan.priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.16 observed broken window on re-inspection. Window damaged, leaving a large gap. Instructed person in charge to repair area to be tightly closed to prevent pest entry. Window damage covered temporarily with foam board.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-304.11 observed ventilation fan in toilet room not operable. Instructed to provide a working ventilation fan.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 12 live roaches in front and rear prep, in 2-door freezer, live roaches in cracks and crevices at front & side service counter, behind electric cooktop/burners. Noted 30 rat droppings throughout basement and rear prep areas recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 8/28/25. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate the pest activity. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed dessicated dead rat in basement area. Instructed person in charge to remove and sanitize area.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed pastries and breads at self-service station not supplied with suitable protection and utensils or effective dispensing methods that protect the food from contamination at the time of inspection. Station was moved behind the counter during inspection, and the person in charge showed where serving supplies are stored. Instructed to provide a tong or wax paper at the self-service station at all times. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, interior of prep dish area, all cooking equipment to remove spills, food debris, dirt buildup. Instructed to increase cleaning frequency and maintain at all times.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation fan in toilet room. Instructed to provide a working ventilation fan.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. Observed 100-150 or more rodent droppings on the floor under the furnace, behind the reach-in freezer and chest freezer, under shelving units, under all crates used for food storage, on the landing leading to the basement, on the floor in the basement between excessive amounts of clutter.priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a 1"-2" gap along the bottom of the rear double doors. Must make doors tight fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor on raised shelving units.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup, food debris, and dirt on the floor under cooking equipment, along walls, and in all corners in prep, dishwashing, storage, and basement areas. Instructed manager to clean floors under all equipment, along walls, and all corners in all areas. Observed dust buildup on the fan in the walk-in cooler, light shields in the cooking area, and ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all fans, light shields, and ceiling/wall vents.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 100-150 or more rodent droppings on floor under furnance,behind reach in freezer and chest freezer,under shelving units,under all crates used for food storage ,on landing leading to basement,on floor in basment between excessive amount of clutter.also appx. 5 or more live roaches found in the basement. Must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas.clutter is a possible harborage area needs to remove and organize.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 1/04/23.priority foundation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."3/4-1" gap along bottom of rear double doors.must make doors tight fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 3-5 dead mice thorughout faciltiy(basement). Instructed person in charge to remove all dead pest and sanitzie all areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor by stairs leading to basement. Instructed manager to elevate all food six inches off floor.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed blood residual from the meat product in the 2 door freezer in the rear. Instructed to clean and main

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed debris around dumpster. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed 2 burnt out light bulbs in door way leading to basement. Instructed to replace.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed pre-packaged foods for sale packed on premises missing labels with business name and address. Instructed person in charge that all items pre-packaged for sale on premises must have proper labels.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 5 dead mice thorughout faciltiy(walk-in cooler, basement). Observed 20 dead roaches in sales floor area (cold-holding unit, floors,corners). Instructed person in charge to remove all dead pest and sanitzie all areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food stored unwrapped and exposed to contamination from walk-in cooler. Instructed person in charge to hold all food covered and properly wrapped to prevent contamination.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on floors scattered throughout facility (underneath refrigerators, shelving, tables, and equipment). Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain all areas.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed the following core violations from report #2453800 dated:10/26/2020:#40 observed food handler handling food without proper hair restraints. Must provide and maintain. #49 observed shelving units inside of refrigeration units with excessive food splatter and food debris. Must clean and maintain. Instructed person in charge to come into compliance with previous violations and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed 2 large packages of raw pork sausages improperly thawing on rear prep area table. Instructed to thaw food under running water or under refrigeration. Must maintain.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed food handler handling food without proper hair restraints. Must provide and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed shelving units inside of refrigeration units with excessive food splatter and food debris. Must clean and maintain.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed 2 large packages of raw pork sausages improperly thawing on rear prep area table. Instructed to thaw food under running water or under refrigeration. Must maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no pest control logbook on site during time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain all required pest control records and documents required per code on premise for review. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020 (c). Citation issued.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed food handler handling food without proper hair restraints. Must provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter inside of walk in cooler and rear prep area.instructed to remove all unused items and stacked crates used for elevation throughout premise to prevent pest harborage. Must maintain

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

Inspector’s note: 4-101.11(b, c, d, e) black milk type crates being used to store variety of food in walk in cooler. Also using unsealed clay containers to store mole product. Instd to use proper food grade containers that are smooth, even, and easily cleanable surface

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

Inspector’s note: Over 30 small and large flies noted on walls, ceiling, and storage boxe in prep area , warewashing area and through out premises. Instd to eliminate flies, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Black milk type crates being used to store variety of food in walk in cooler. Also using unsealed clay containers to store mole product. Instd to use proper food grade containers that are smooth, even, and easily cleanable surface.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed large barrels of rice, beans, etc. In the basement not properly labeled. Instructed to label and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: OBSERVED APPROX. 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE DEEP FREEZER IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA---- APPROX. 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE STORAGE SHELF IN THE REAR KITCHEN AREA AGAINST THE WALL OF THE WALK-IN COOLER----- APPROX. 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS BEHIND THE WATER HEATER IN THE REAR KITCHEN ALONG THE WEST WALL OF THE ESTABLISHMENT----APPROX. 80 MOUSE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE CORNERS ON THE INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER-------AND APPROX. 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE BASEMENT ALONG THE SOUTH WALL. INSTRUCTED TO CALL OUT PEST CONTROL, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed black crates being used to store food in the walk-in cooler and rear storage areas. Instructed to remove and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tile above the 3-compartment sink in disrepair. Instructed to repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL REPACKAGED FOOD ITEMS FOR SALE ON DISPLAY

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."3/4-1" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF REAR DOUBLE DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard in between mopsink and 3- comp sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 4-DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER AND REAR PREP AREA SHELVES

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET SPRAYER AT 1- COMP SINK AND LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH SAME.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON TOILETROOM DOOR THAT IS BROKEN THAT LEADS INTO PREP AREA.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES AND WIRES LEADING INTO WALLS AND CEILING.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN CEILING VENTS AND WALLS THROUGHOUT

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from floor in walk in cooler and where needed.

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

Inspector’s note: Must label repackaged food items for sale on display.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 150 or more rodent droppings on floor under furnance,behind reach in freezer and chest freezer,inside of walk in cooler under shelving units,under all crates used for food storage ,on landing leading to basement,on floor in basment between excessive amount of clutter.also appx. 10 or more live small flies flying around rear prep/dish washing area.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas.clutter is a possible harborage area needs to remove and organize.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 10/25/18.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

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

Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."3/4-1" gap along bottom of rear double doors.must make doors tight fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on 4-door reach in cooler in front prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit to check sanitizing solution ppm's.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from shelving units in walk in cooler and rear prep area shelves.

Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water on premises at all 1 & 3 compartment sinks and hand sinks during business operation at this time.employee had to lite the hot water tank .hot water was restored on premises.must have hot and cold running water under city pressure at all times.cos.(priority 7-38-030 (c)

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky faucet sprayer at 1- comp sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace self closing device on toiletroom door that is broken that leads into prep area.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged wall trim near rear door,stained ceiling tiles where needed.must seal all openings around pipes and wires leading into walls and ceiling.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean ceiling vents throughout.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

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

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

Inspector’s note: Observed many prepackaged food items offered for sale, not labeled at this time. Instructed on proper labeling.english labels, commonname of product,name address zipcode of manufacture, processor packer, prepare or distributor, net contents of the package. And list of ingredients in order of predominance by weightingredients common name any artificial colors, flavor or preservatives used.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed milk creats used for storage shelves, instructed to provide proper storage shelves.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rear cheese grinder not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles, instructed to replace. Also clean interior of all ceiling light shields.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rear hand sink leaking at nozzle, instructed to repair.

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 20 live ants behind the grease trap located in the rear prep area. Instructed to contact pest control as well as clean and sanitize said area. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago food manager on duty while potentially hazardous foods are being handled and served. All city of chicago certificates have expired. Instructed to enroll and provide a receipt of proof of enrollment and a city of chicago certified food manager with a valid certificate should be on premises at all times. Serious violation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed cheeses for sale in the front display cheese case and desserts for sale in a refrigerator located by the entrance door without proper labels containing business name, address and ingredients. Instructed to provide proper labels and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed stock (boxes of cheese) on the floor of the walk in cooler. Also observed stock (soda and water) stored on the floor of the rear storage area. Instructed to elevate all stock at least 6 inches from the ground in order to prevent pest harborage and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Various food products not properly labeled. Instd to properly do so. (gorditas, yogurt, pre packaged nuts, spices).

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

Inspector’s note: No exposed hand sink in rear preparation and utensil washing area. Must install hand sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Live flying insects (over 20) and dead insects noted on site. Instd to remove all pests, clean and sanitize all affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious.

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

Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (slice ready to eat cheeses). Instd to provide same or proof of enrollment. Citation issued 7-38-012 serious.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace missing covers for dry storage containers. Instd to provide proper proper food grade containers for dry storage.

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

Inspector’s note: Floor thru-out under and behind heavy equipment needs cleaning. Wet surface and cracked floor tiles in walk-in cooler. Instd to replace cracked tiles and keep floor clean and dry

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

Inspector’s note: No exposed handsink in rear. Instd to install same.

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

Inspector’s note: Extreme clutter noted thru-out, including basement. Stock against walls and on on floor. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and organize areas. Instd to elevate all stock 6 inches above floor and away from wall.

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

Inspector’s note: No certified manager on premises while hot tamales and cheese and deli items are cut and served. Obtain enough certified managers to cover the hours of operation.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors are packed to the corners and dirty, clean the floors from corner to corner.

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

Inspector’s note: The premises is cluttered and unorganized, remove unessesary clutter from the business dish/prep area, basement and rear of store.

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

Inspector’s note: The deli workers are wearing street clothes, have the food handlers wear a bib apron or uniform over there street clothing.

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

Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL ALL READY TO EAT DESSERTS IN DISPLAY UNITS NAME,ADDRESS,PHONE NUMBER,INGREDIENTS,BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR & MILK COOLER,GLASS ON CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK. VIOLATION OBSERVED TODAY: ORGANIZE AND MAINTAIN WALKIN COOLER STORAGE SHELVES AND UNIT: CORRECT BY JUNE 22, 2012.

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

Inspector’s note: Elevate items from floor of walk-in cooler six inches and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS. VIOLATION OBSERVED TODAY: CLEAN CEILING VENT IN WASHROOM AND CEILING TILE AROUND VENT ABOVE 1 COMP SINK TO REMOVE DUST: CORRECT BY JUNE 22, 2012.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Must provide a clean container to store scoops for bulk foods.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL ALL READY TO EAT DESSERTS IN DISPLAY UNITS NAME,ADDRESS,PHONE NUMBER,INGREDIENTS,BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR & MILK COOLER,GLASS ON CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.MUST PROVIDE A CLEAN CONTAINER TO STORE SCOOPS FOR BULK FOODS.

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector’s note: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation.OBSERVED FOODS NOT PROTECTED DURING DISPLAY.OBSERVED SEVERAL OPEN BAGS & FOOD STORAGE BINS OF BEANS,CANDY,NUTS,SPICES,ETC.FLIES & FRUIT FLIES IN & ON FOOD & CONTAINERS & BAGS.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER & PROTECT FOODS AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS7-38-005A).

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 MORE THAN 15 LIVE FRUIT FLIES & HOUSE FLIES FLYING AROUND ,ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.FRONT & REAR DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.RODENT PROOF DOORS,RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 8/8/11.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).

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

Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL ALL READY TO EAT DESSERTS IN DISPLAY UNITS NAME,ADDRESS,PHONE NUMBER,INGREDIENTS,BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 4- DOOR & MILK COOLER,GLASS ON CHEST FREEZER IN POOR REPAIR.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR 3- COMP SINK.

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

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED & MISSING CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES LEADING INTO WALLS & CEILINGS.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units.THERMOMETER NEEDED FOR DESSERT DISPLAY UNIT.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.MUST PROVIDE A CLEAN CONTAINER TO STORE SCOOPS FOR BULK FOODS.

Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

Inspector’s note: All food should be properly protected from contamination during storage, preparation, display, service, and transportation. FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING DISPLAY, OBSERVED OPEN BAGS OF BEANS, NUTS, AND DRIED CORN. OBSERVED CHILDREN PLAYING WITH ABOVE FOOD ITEMS. INSTRUCTED ALL ABOVE FOOD ITEMS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED, AND COVERED. CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-005 [A]SERIOUS.

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

Inspector’s note: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST LABEL ALL PREP FOODS.

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

Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLERS, SLICER, GRINDER, COUNTERS AND ALL EQUIPMENT THRU-OUT PREMISES.

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 THRU-OUT PREMISES.

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

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING PANELS THRU-OUT PREMISES.

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

Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT PREMISES, CLEAN AND ORGANIZED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.