Mariscos Las Islitas

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of live insect activity on site. Observed 2 live cockroaches crawling inside the ice machine by the ice maker. Instructed to discard use of the ice machine, eliminate live cockroach activity, clean and sanitize affected areas, and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.112 observed dead roaches inside the ice machine and around the hot water heater. Instructed to remove all dead insects and clean and sanitize affected areas.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed standing water on the floor under the ice machine. Instructed to remove standing water.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rust deposits on shelving units in walk-in cooler and bottom of prep tables. Observed damaged gasket on drawer cooler in prep area. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing grout on floor tiles in prep and dish washing area. Instructed manager to re-grout floor tiles as needed.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Observed shrimp thawing in standing water inside 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to properly thaw under cold running water, refrigeration or part of cooking process

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no cover for ice bin in bar area. Instructed manager to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rust deposits on shelving units in walk-in cooler and bottom of prep tables. Observed damaged gasket on drawer cooler in prep area. Instructed manager to repair/replace and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed loose faucet on left sink in women washroom. Observed faucet in poor repair on 3-compartment sink in bar area. Instructed manager to repair/replace faucets and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing grout on floor tiles in prep and dish washing area. Instructed manager to re-grout floor tiles as needed.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and dead insects on floor in prep and storage ares. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed clutter inside sinks in wait station and bar area. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items and maintain premises.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report #2534865 on 10-18-21:53-observed no covered receptacle inside of the womens toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain. 55-observed holes and opening into the ceiling tile, missing and damage ceiling tiles through out. Observed peeling paint on the wall next to the prep cooler. Must repair/replace and maintain as needed.58-instructed manager that all city certified food managers must have allergen training as required or citations will follow. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed wiping clothes laying on prep tables and counter tops. Intructed manager to properly store wiping clothes in sanitizing solution when not in use.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed a leaky pipe underneath the dish washing machine and a leak at the base of the hot water knob in the women washroom. Must repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle inside of the womens toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed holes and opening into the ceiling tile, missing and damage ceiling tiles through out. Observed peeling paint on the wall next to the prep cooler. Must repair/replace and maintain as needed.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 25 mice droppings scatterd on the dry storage cantainer and floor in the rear storage area, 15 mice droppings on the floor around the hot water tank. Must remove and detail clean affected areas. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-020(a).

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed wiping clothes laying on prep tables and counter tops. Intructed manager to properly store wiping clothes in sanitizing solution when not in use.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the exterior of all bulk storage containers, storage shelving, prep tables, interior of cooler to remove debris,spill and/or grease.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed a leaky pipe underneath the dish washing machine and a leak at the base of the hot water knob in the women washroom. Must repair and mainatin.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle inside of the womens toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed holes and opening into the ceiling tile, missing and damage ceiling tiles through out. Observed peeling paint on the wall next to the prep cooler. Must repair/replace and maintain as needed.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed accumulated food, grease and dirt debris under the flat top grill and inside of the fryers. Instructed to clean.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed a hole in the ceiling above the utility sink and a hole at the bottom shelf of the prep table. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable. Observed rusty shelves inside of the walk in cooler. Instructed to replace. 6-501.12 observed accumulated food grease and dirt debris on the floors thru out the food prep area. Instructed to clean all. 6-501.114 observed dirty dishes being stored on the floor under the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to store every thing at least 6 inches from the floor at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of live rodent activity located in the food prep area. Observed about 20 rodent droppings located at the bottom shelf of the hot holding unit, about 20 rodent droppings around the utility sink, about 10 rodent droppings around the hot water heater and about 10 rodent droppings under the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed accumulated food, grease and dirt debris under the flat top grill and inside of the fryers. Instructed to clean.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: 5-501.15 observed accumulated grease debris on the outside dumpster lid. Instructed to clean. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(b).

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed accumulated food grease and dirt debris on the floors thru out the food prep area. Instructed to clean all.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed a hole in the ceiling above the utility sink and a hole at the bottom shelf of the prep table. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable. Observed rusty shelves inside of the walk in cooler. Instructed to replace.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed dirty dishes being stored on the floor under the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to store every thing at least 6 inches from the floor at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed unsealed ceramic drinking cups(8) at bar area, also observed (9) smal bowls with out words on the bottom, instructed tmanager to remove. Need to provide food grade cups, and bowls.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violation not corrected from report# 2243879 date 12/27/2018. #58, also from report #2279673 date 3/19/2019 #58. No idph food alergen certificate on premises at this time. Instructed to provide for all city of chicago sanitation managers.priority foundation 7-42-090 repeat.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed unsealed ceramic drinking cups(8) at bar area, also observed (9) small bowls with out the words on the bottom, instructed manager to remove need to provide food grade cups, and bowls.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corected from report# 2243879 12/27/2018. #58 pa 100-0367 no idph food allergen certification. Must provide, and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090, citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed unsealed ceramic drinking cups(8) at bar area, also observed (9) small bowls with out the words on the bottom. Instructed manager to remove need to provide food grade cups, and bowls.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from report # 2243879 12/27/2018.#58 pa 100-0367 no idph food allergen certification. Must provide, and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers on site to measure food accuracy on hot & cold foods. Instructed to provide thermometers and maintain calibration and accessibility . Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide labels on food storage containers when food has been removed from original packaging. Instructed to use common food names and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must remove rust from storage racks in walk in cooler, surface must be smooth and easily cleanable. Repair broken door gasket on 3-door reach in freezer in prep area. Instructed to maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet at 3-comp sink, instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floors throughout prep area, in walk in cooler & freezer and behind bar. Instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must repair/replace stained ceiling tiles in prep area, instructed to maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean excessive grease and dust accumulation for kitchen hood and filters. Instructed to maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers on site to measure food accuracy on hot & cold foods. Instructed to provide thermometers and maintain calibration and accessibility . Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide labels on food storage containers when food has been removed from original packaging. Instructed to use common food names and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 40 rodent droppings in small storage closet located in customer seating area. Instructed to remove droppings, clean and sanitize the affected area, 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: Must remove rust from storage racks in walk in cooler, surface must be smooth and easily cleanable. Repair broken door gasket on 3-door reach in freezer in prep area. Instructed to maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet at 3-comp sink, instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floors throughout prep area, in walk in cooler & freezer and behind bar. Instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must repair/replace stained ceiling tiles in prep area, instructed to maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean excessive grease and dust accumulation for kitchen hood and filters. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.

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

Inspector’s note: Must remove ice build up from compressor unit in walk in freezer

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

Inspector’s note: Must grout floor in main prep area and near ice machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND HOT WATER TANK.

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 evidence of 4- live roaches crawling on floor and underside gaps and inside of oven in rear prep area.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 12/14/17.(serious 7-38-020)

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty arrived on site at 11:45 a.m. Without valid identification.must provide identification along with certificate when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (soup,ceviche,rice,octopus,etc)must be on site at all times (serious 7-38-012)

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN BOTH PREP AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,REACH IN FREEZER,GLASS REACH IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS ,CAN OPENER BLADE.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA AND NEAR ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND ICE MACHINE.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS THROUGHOUT.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADD AN EXSTENSION FROM DRAIN LINE PIPE AT ICE MACHINE AND HOT WATER TANK TO FLOOR DRAIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM DINING AREA NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND PREP COOLERS,ON LOWER SHELF OF ROLLING CART,ON FLOOR IN WAIT STATION AREA,UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES,BEHIND GLASS REACH IN COOLERS IN DINING AREA,CASHIER BOOTH,IN BETWEEN CLUTTER NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.ALSO REAR DINING AREA DOOR HAS AN APPX"3/4" ALONG BOTTOM.NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW OR RECEIPT OF SERVICE.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOGBOOK AND RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 12/7/17.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS IN PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING STALL DOOR LOCKS IN MEN'S AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS,WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR PREP COOLER.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES IN BOTH PREP AREAS.MUST ELIMINATE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND PROVIDE FOOD GRADE BAGS.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLE,PREP TABLES,REACH IN FREEZER,GLASS REACH IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS ,CAN OPENER BLADE.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM COMPRESSOR UNIT IN WALK IN FREEZER.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN MAIN PREP AREA AND NEAR ICE MACHINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM FLOOR DRAIN BEHIND ICE MACHINE.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR HOT WATER TANK,STAINED CEILING TILES IN WALK WAY TO MAIN PREP AREA,MISSING WALL OUTLET COVERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.MUST REMOVE GRAFFITI FROM WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ADD AN EXSTENSION FROM DRAIN LINE PIPE AT ICE MACHINE TO FLOOR DRAIN.MUST PROVIDE A BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE.

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

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE,ORGANIZE CLUTTER FROM DINING AREA NEAR STAGE AND CLOSET.

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 evidence of appx. 75 or more rodent droppings on floor behind prep coolers,on lower shelf of rolling cart,on floor in wait station area,under dry food storage shelves,behind glass reach in coolers in dining area,cashier booth,in between clutter near stage and closet.also rear dining area door has an appx"3/4" along bottom.no pest control log book on site to view or receipt of service.must remove droppings,clean and sanitize areas.provide a pest control logbook and rodent proof door.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 12/7/17.(serious 7-38-020)

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty and no certified food managers certificate posted to view while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (soup,ceviche,rice,octopus,etc)must provide food mangers certificate and be on site at all times.(serious 7-38-012)

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit for checking sanitizing solution p.p.m. At 3- compartment sink and low temperature dish machine.must provide chemical test kit and maintain.(serious 7-38-030)

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

Inspector’s note: Must invert multiuse utensils on lower shelving units in prep and dish washing areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing stall door locks in men's and women's toilet rooms,worn door gaskets on 3- door prep cooler.must remove rust from lower shelves of prep tables in both prep areas.must eliminate plastic grocery bags used for food storage in walk in freezer and provide food grade bags.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris from fryer cabinets,grill table,prep tables,reach in freezer,glass reach in coolers fan guard covers ,can opener blade.must remove ice build up from compressor unit in walk in freezer.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises.must grout floor in main prep area and near ice machine.must clean food debris from floor drain behind ice machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace damaged wall near hot water tank,stained ceiling tiles in walk way to main prep area,missing wall outlet covers throughout premises.must remove graffiti from walls in men's toilet room.

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

Inspector’s note: Must add an exstension from drain line pipe at ice machine to floor drain.must provide a backflow device on ice machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Must remove,elevate,organize clutter from dining area near stage and closet.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: Idph food handlers requirements are not met for all employees.must enroll and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles above the 3 compartment sink in the food prep area. Management instructed to replace the water stained and broken ceiling tiles.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair the stripped cold water handle at the exposed handwasing sink in the food prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide 3 sink stoppers for the bar 3 compartment sink. Ventilation fans in both restrooms are not operational. Must repair. The relief valve for the hot water tank is continuously dripping water onto the floor. Must repair.

Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous food being improperly thawed in the food prep area. Observed frozen fish sitting in a container of standing water on top of the 3 compartment sink drainboard and a side of frozen beef stored on top of the prep table. Management instructed to properly thaw potentially hazardous foods by running cold water below 70f or in the walk-in cooler. Serious violation 7-38-005a

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

Inspector’s note: No city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted on the premises while potentially hazardous foods (soup at 140f) are being prepared and served. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector’s note: Previous inspection report summary from 2/28/17 was not posted on the premises. Management was given a copy of today's inspection report summary and was instructed to post it in view of all customers. Serious violation 7-42-010b.

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

Inspector’s note: 29 - previous minor violations from report #1975609 on 11/17/16 not corrected: 45 - observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain. Instructed to correct previous minor. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed styrofoam cups being used as scoops in the dry storage containers. Management instructed to use proper scoops with a handle. Observed frozen shrimp stored in plastic grocery bags in the freezers. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles above the 3 compartment sink in the food prep area. Management instructed to replace the water stained and broken ceiling tiles.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide 3 sink stoppers for the bar 3 compartment sink. Ventilation fans in both restrooms are not operational. Must repair. The relief valve for the hot water tank is continuously dripping water onto the floor. Must repair.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair the stripped cold water handle at the exposed handwasing sink in the food prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: All employees in the food preparation area must wear hair restraints. Must provide.

Potentially hazardous food properly thawed

Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous food being improperly thawed in the food prep area. Observed bags of octopus in standing water in the 3 compartment sink and shrimp and fish in separate containers of standing water sitting on top of the 3 compartment sink drainboards. Management instructed to properly thaw potentially hazardous foods by running cold water below 70f or in the walk-in cooler. Serious violation 7-38-005a.

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

Inspector’s note: No city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted on the premises while potentially hazardous foods (cooked rice at 175.3f) is being prepared and served. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from report #1975609 on 11/17/16 not corrected: 32 - observed gaskets on the 3 door refrigerator in poor repair and being held with tape. Instructed to replace gaskets and maintain. 45 - observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain. Instructed to correct previous minor. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed styrofoam cups being used as scoops in the dry storage containers. Management instructed to use proper scoops with a handle. Observed frozen shrimp stored in plastic grocery bags in the freezers. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles above the 3 compartment sink in the food prep area. Management instructed to replace the water stained and broken ceiling tiles.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide 3 sink stoppers for the bar 3 compartment sink. Ventilation fans in both restrooms are not operational. Must repair. The relief valve for the hot water tank is continuously dripping water onto the floor. Must repair.

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

Inspector’s note: All employees in the food preparation area must wear hair restraints. Must provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food service manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (shrimp, rice) are being handled, prepared, and served. Instructed to have a city of chicago food service manager on site at all times facility is open and operating. Manager arrived on site 55 minutes after the start of the re-inspection. Serious violation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violation not corrected from report #1971204 dated on 11/10/16 45 - observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain. Instructed to correct previous minor. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets on the 3 door refrigerator in poor repair and being held with tape. Instructed to replace gaskets and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed backsplash in poor repair by the 3 compartment sink located in the bar area. Instructed to repair wall and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no adequate lighting inside of the dry storage area located in the rear. Instructed to provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed about 100 dead roaches inside of the ice machine located in the food prep area. Instructed to dump ice, clean and sanitize said ice machine and do not serve ice to the public until ice machine is sanitied and rodent free. Serious violation 7-38-005(a)

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 50 rodent droppings on top of dry storage boxes and 30 rodent droppings under the dry storage shelves located by the dry storage area across from the walk in cooler. Observed live roach inside of ice machine on the ice machine door. Instructed to clean and sanitize all affected areas. Observed no pest control log book on premises. Instructed to have a pest control log book available for inspectors upon request. Recommended contacting pest control for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed outside grease dumpster with excessive accumulated grease on top of said grease dumpster. Instructed to clean and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed previous violation not corrected from report #1734250 dated on 3/16/16. 32-observed gaskets in poor repair and tape being used to hold gaskets onto door on the 3 door freezer located directly outside of the office in the rear. Instructed to replace and maintain. 34- observed standing water on the floor by the rear exit. Instructed to clean all and maintain. 35-observed missing wall tile by the mop sink located by the dish washing machine. Instructed to replace and maintain. 38-observed a loose handle on the washbowl located in the mens washroom. 45-observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain. Instructed to correct all said previous minors. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets on the 3 door refrigerator in poor repair and being held with tape. Instructed to replace gaskets and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a dead roach on the floor in the food prep area. 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 backsplash in poor repair by the 3 compartment sink located in the bar area. Instructed to repair wall and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no adequate lighting inside of the dry storage area located in the rear. Instructed to provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed about 100 dead roaches inside of the ice machine located in the food prep area. Instructed to dump ice, clean and sanitize said ice machine and do not serve ice to the public until ice machine is sanitied and rodent free. Serious violation 7-38-005(a)

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 50 rodent droppings on top of dry storage boxes and 30 rodent droppings under the dry storage shelves located by the dry storage area across from the walk in cooler. Observed live roach inside of ice machine on the ice machine door. Instructed to clean and sanitize all affected areas. Observed no pest control log book on premises. Instructed to have a pest control log book available for inspectors upon request. Recommended contacting pest control for service. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed outside grease dumpster with excessive accumulated grease on top of said grease dumpster. Instructed to clean and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food service manager on site while potentially hazardous foods (beef, fish) are being prepared, handled and served. Instructed to have a city of chicago food service manager on site at all times facility is open and operating. Reccommended adding additional city of chicago food service managers to cover business hours. Manager arrived 2 hours and 45 minutes after inspection started. Serious violation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed previous violation not corrected from report #1734250 dated on 3/16/16. 32-observed gaskets in poor repair and tape being used to hold gaskets onto door on the 3 door freezer located directly outside of the office in the rear. Instructed to replace and maintain. 34- observed standing water on the floor by the rear exit. Instructed to clean all and maintain. 35-observed missing wall tile by the mop sink located by the dish washing machine. Instructed to replace and maintain. 38-observed a loose handle on the washbowl located in the mens washroom. 45-observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain. Instructed to correct all said previous minors. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed gaskets on the 3 door refrigerator in poor repair and being held with tape. Instructed to replace gaskets and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a dead roach on the floor in the food prep area. 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 backsplash in poor repair by the 3 compartment sink located in the bar area. Instructed to repair wall and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no adequate lighting inside of the dry storage area located in the rear. Instructed to provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods (fish, beef) in bins and held for over 24 hours in the walk in cooler, 3 door freezers and inside of the prep cooler without labels containing product name and date. Instructed to label all foods that are out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed grocery bags being used as food storage bags in the 3 door freezers. Instructed to use food grade bags for food storage and maintain. Observed rust on the interior panel of the ice machine located next to the dish washer. Instructed to remove rust an maintain. Observed gaskets in poor repair and tape being used to hold gaskets onto door on the 3 door freezer located directly outside of the office in the rear. Instructed to replace and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the following food contact equipment are in need of cleaning to remove accumulated food debris; inside of fryers, stoves, grill top, and inside of the 3 door freezer located by the hot water heater. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed floors with food debris under the dry storage shelves. Observed floors behind the bar with accumulated dirt debris under 3 compartment sink. Observed standing water on the floor by the rear exit. Instructed to clean all and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed missing wall tile by the mop sink located by the dish washing machine. Instructed to replace and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a leak on the faucet of the 3 compartment sink located next to the exposed hand sink. Observed a loose handle on the washbowl located in the mens washroom. Observed loose hot water knob on the 3 compartment sink located next to the dish washer. Observed sink stoppers in poor repair on both of the 3 compartment sinks. Instructed to repair all and maintain.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago food service manager on premises while potentially hazardous foods (shrimp, rice) are being handled, prepared or served. Manager arrived after reinspection was conducted. Instructed to have a city of chicago certified food service manager on site at all times business is open and operating. Serious violation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: See violation #14

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

Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods (fish, beef) in bins and held for over 24 hours in the walk in cooler, 3 door freezers and inside of the prep cooler without labels containing product name and date. Instructed to label all foods that are out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed grocery bags being used as food storage bags in the 3 door freezers. Instructed to use food grade bags for food storage and maintain. Observed rust on the interior panel of the ice machine located next to the dish washer. Instructed to remove rust an maintain. Observed gaskets in poor repair and tape being used to hold gaskets onto door on the 3 door freezer located directly outside of the office in the rear. Instructed to replace and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the following food contact equipment are in need of cleaning to remove accumulated food debris; inside of fryers, stoves, grill top, and inside of the 3 door freezer located by the hot water heater. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed floors with food debris under the dry storage shelves. Observed floors behind the bar with accumulated dirt debris under 3 compartment sink. Observed standing water on the floor by the rear exit. Instructed to clean all and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed missing wall tile by the mop sink located by the dish washing machine. Instructed to replace and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a leak on the faucet of the 3 compartment sink located next to the exposed hand sink. Observed a loose handle on the washbowl located in the mens washroom. Observed loose hot water knob on the 3 compartment sink located next to the dish washer. Observed sink stoppers in poor repair on both of the 3 compartment sinks. Instructed to repair all and maintain.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on duty nor a certificate posted while potentially hazardous foods (seafood, beef, rice) are being handled, prepared and served. Instructed to have a city of chicago certified food manager on duty at all times facility is open and operating. Serious citation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test strips on site to properly test the concentration of the sanitizing compartment of the 3 compartment sink or low temp dish washer. Instructed to provide and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-030.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed previous minor violation not corrected from report #1588984 35-clean light shields and replace stained ceiling tiles in wait station. Seal openings along baseboards and around pipe fittings above light switch in water heater area. Instructed to correct previous minor violation. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods (fish, beef) in bins and held for over 24 hours in the walk in cooler, 3 door freezers and inside of the prep cooler without labels containing product name and date. Instructed to label all foods that are out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed grocery bags being used as food storage bags in the 3 door freezers. Instructed to use food grade bags for food storage and maintain. Observed rust on the interior panel of the ice machine located next to the dish washer. Instructed to remove rust an maintain. Observed gaskets in poor repair and tape being used to hold gaskets onto door on the 3 door freezer located directly outside of the office in the rear. Instructed to replace and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the following food contact equipment are in need of cleaning to remove accumulated food debris; inside of fryers, stoves, grill top, and inside of the 3 door freezer located by the hot water heater. Instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed floors with food debris under the dry storage shelves. Observed floors behind the bar with accumulated dirt debris under 3 compartment sink. Observed standing water on the floor by the rear exit. Instructed to clean all and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed missing wall tile by the mop sink located by the dish washing machine. Instructed to replace and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: See violation #29.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a leak on the faucet of the 3 compartment sink located next to the exposed hand sink. Observed a loose handle on the washbowl located in the mens washroom. Observed loose hot water knob on the 3 compartment sink located next to the dish washer. Observed sink stoppers in poor repair on both of the 3 compartment sinks. Instructed to repair all and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed pots of soup and boxes/crates of produce being stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Observed boxes of beverages being stored on the floor of the rear dry storage area. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches from the ground and maintain.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler's certificates available. Instructed to met requirement and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean light shields and replace stained ceiling tiles in wait station. Seal openings along baseboards and around pipe fittings above light switch in water heater area.

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 two live roaches crawling between pipes above knife rack, live roach crawling on floor under shelves in rear storage area, live roach crawling on broom in rear dish washing area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020

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

Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations not corrected from report #1559914 on 7-6-15. 32-seal loose gasket on middle door of front prep cooler. Remove grocery bags and properly store food in food storage bags or containers.remove tape and replace gaskets on rear reach-in freezer. Remove rust deposits inside ice machine. 35-clean filters inside ventilation hood. Clean light shields in prep area. Seal all openings, cracks, crevices in walls and ceilings in prep and storage areas. 38-repair ventilation fan in women washroom. Serious violation 7-42-090

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(dead roaches, food debris).

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

Inspector’s note: Clean light shields and replace stained ceiling tiles in wait station. Seal openings along baseboards and around pipe fittings above light switch in water heater area.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields in rear dish washing area.

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

Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler and rear storage area.

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

Inspector’s note: Seal loose gasket on middle door of front prep cooler. Remove grocery bags and properly store food in food storage bags or containers. Remove tape and replace gaskets on rear reach-in freezer. Remove rust deposits inside ice machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all cooking equipment, stove, grill, fryers, cutting boards, prep coolers, walk-in coolers, reach-in freezers, prep tables, appliances under prep table, ice machine, 3-compartment sink, fire extinguisher equipment(dust buildup, grease buildup,food debris).

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

Inspector’s note: Clean filters inside ventilation hood (dust buildup). Clean light shields in prep area(dead insects). Remove accumulated dust from all ceiling fans and washroom vent covers. Seal all openings, cracks, and crevices in walls and ceilings in prep and storage areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking backflow device above utility sink. Repair ventilation fan in women washroom.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handlers certificates available on site for all employees. Must provide for all waitstaff, cooks, dishwashers, etc.

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

Inspector’s note: See violation #14

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

Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty and no certificate posted when potentially hazardous food (cooked rice 170.4f) prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012a. Certified manager must be present when handling potentailly hazardous foods and certificate posted in public view.

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector’s note: 6/22/15 inspection report summary not posted and visible to all customers. Serious violation 7-42-010b.

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

Inspector’s note: Properly label and date food stored in walk-in cooler.

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

Inspector’s note: Seal loose gasket on middle door of front prep cooler. Remove grocery bags and properly store food in food storage bags or containers. Remove tape and replace gaskets on rear reach-in freezer. Non-toxic paint all rusty surfaces on bottom of prep tables. Remove rust deposits inside ice machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all cooking equipment, stove, grill, fryers, cutting boards, prep coolers, walk-in coolers, reach-in freezers, prep tables, appliances under prep table, ice machine, 3-compartment sink, fire extinguisher equipment(dust buildup, grease buildup,food debris).

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

Inspector’s note: Grout all loose floor tiles in prep, storage, and dish washing areas. Detail, clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Remove all excessive food debris, roaches, etc). Clean all floor drains.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean filters inside ventilation hood (dust buildup). Clean light shields in prep area(dead insects).seal all openings in ceiling and remove all peeling paint in prep, storage, and dining areas. Seal openings and repair wall above 3-compartment sink in bar. Remove accumulated dust from all ceiling fans and washroom vent cover. Remove peeling paint along walls in prep area. Replace all stained ceiling tiles. Seal all openings, cracks, and crevices in walls and ceilings in prep and storage areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking backflow device above utility sink. Properly drain waste from ice machine(currently draining on floor). Repair ventilation fan in women washroom. Gas burner not under ventilation hood. Must install under hood or remove. No visible backflow prevention device at water supply to ice machine. Must install backflow prevention device.

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

Inspector’s note: Remove all unused equipment and articles in prep, storage, and office areas to prevent pest harborage. Remove litter from outside parking lot and property. Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler and storage areas. Store all equipment away from walls and corners for easy cleaning and pest control.

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

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

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Remove styrofoam cups and provide long handle utensils for dispensing seasonings, rice, etc. Store ice scoop handle up in bare area to prevent bare hand contact.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates available instructed manager to provide.

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 two live roaches crawling on front 3-compartment sink and inside knife rack in rear storage area, several flying insects landing on cutting boards and prep tables in prep area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020

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

Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not clean and maintained. Observed dumpsters not covered and excessive trash on ground around dumpsters. Instructed manager to clean outside garbage area. Serious violation 7-38-020

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

Inspector’s note: No chicago food sanitation manager on duty and certificate posted when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served (cooked rice 165.4f, beans, seafood, soup, etc). Serious violation 7-38-012a

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

Inspector’s note: Seal loose gasket on middle door of front prep cooler. Remove grocery bags and properly store food in food storage bags or containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all cooking equipment, cutting boards, prep coolers, prep tables, ice machine, 3-compartment sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Grout all loose floor tiles in prep, storage, and dish washing areas. Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean filters inside ventilation hood (dust buildup). Clean light shields in prep area(dead insects).

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking backflow device above utility sink. Properly drain waste from ice machine(currently draining on floor). Repair ventilation fan in women washroom.

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

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

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Remove styrofoam cups and provide long handle utensils for dispensing seasonings, rice, etc. Store ice scoop handle up in bare area to prevent bare hand contact.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates available instructed manager to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: No certified food manager present with a city of chicago food sanitation certificate while potentially hazardous foods (soups, pastas, fish,rice and beans etc.) are being prepared and served. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous food is being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector’s note: Inspection report summary from 3/24/14 not posted,not visible for public view.management was given a copy of today's inspection report summary and was instructed to post it in view of all customers. Serious violation 7-42-010(b).

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

Inspector’s note: All prepared foods inside the coolers must be labeled and dated and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain interiors/exteriors of coolers,tops/bottoms of food prep tables in kitchen areas,cutting boards,upper panel of ice maker,kitchen shelvings,cooking stove,hood/filters above the cooking equipments etc.

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

Inspector’s note: Must replace and maintain water stained ceiling tiles in kitchen near the dishwasher and walls behind cooking equipments require a detail cleaning and maintain to smooth,easily cleanable surfaces.

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

Inspector’s note: Light bulbs in the kitchen area near the ice maker must be shielded or provide shatter proof lightning.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide food handlers with hair restraints and maintain when working around open foods.

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

Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (shrimp, rice, beans) being prepared/servced. Instd to have on duty at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 serious.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean equipment impropery stored on floor. Instd to elevate same.

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

Inspector’s note: Rust on bottom shelf of prep table and interior panel of ice machine. Instd to remove rust. Grocery bags being used to store product. Instd to store properly in food grade containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Walls behind 3-compartment sink and behind storage shelves not clean. Clean same and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Employees personal belongings improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles/clutter (non-working prep cooler from prep area).

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Improper food dispensing utensils being used for ice and dry storage product. Instd to use proper food dispensing utensils. Water cups (plastic nor styrofoam) or bowls can not be used.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean and sanitize #10 can opener clean interior of rear 3 door freezer, and front condiment cooler.clean fan guard covers in upright coolers.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean floor behind bar.

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

Inspector’s note: Need to seal new dry wall in dining area. Repair wall front wait station, bar area behind 3 comp. Sink. Replace all water damaged ceiling tiles.

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

Inspector’s note: One light out under hood need to replace also in 3 door freezer.

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

Inspector’s note: Need to replace missing screw that holds handle on at front hand sink.

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. THE HOOD,FILTERS,PIPES,FRYERS/ CABINETS UNDERNEATH AND REACHIN COOLERS NOT CLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAME.

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. THE LIGHTS AND LIGHT SHIELDS UNDER THE HOODS IN THE KITCHEN THICK WITH GREASE BUILDUP.

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. CLEAN THE VENTS THROUGHOUT PREMISES HAS DUST BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN SAME. THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE BAR IS IN POOR REPAIR IT IS LEAKING WATER IN TO A BUCKET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE PIPE SO WATER GOES DOWN PROPERLY.

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

Inspector’s note: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. FOUND LARGE REACHIN COOLER WITH TOP PREP COOLER BROKEN IN STORE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.