Norman's Bistro
1001-1003 E 43rd St, Chicago, IL 60653
Restaurant ZIP 60653 Risk 1 (High)
No Entry · as of Oct 26, 2026
Norman's Bistro was last inspected on October 26, 2026 with a result of “No Entry”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
October 26, 2026 · Non-Inspection
Result: No Entry
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
42 inspections on record
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed some rust stains on the ceiling vent above the three door cooler in the cooking area; instructed to paint. Observed the interior of some light shields in need of cleaning in the kitchen and dishwashing area; instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed cracked floor tile by the wheels of the deep fryers in the cooking area; instructed to replace tile where needed.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: The city of chicago food service manager on duty does not have the required food allergen training; instructed to obtain the required food allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed a hole in the wall under the hand sink in the prep area. Must repair and maintain to prevent possiblr entry point for pest. Noted peeling paint above the 3 comp sink. Must repaint and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 general2 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the interior shoot of the ice machine in the basement.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed an opening in the wall and floor base underneath the ice bin at the front bar. Must seal to prevent entry point for pests.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG THE WALL BASE AND IN CORNERS TO REMOVE DEBRIS IN THE BASEMENT AND 1st FLOOR PREP AREAS.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty/site while tcs foods are being prepared and handles such chicken, jambalaya and gumbo. Instructed manager a valid city certifed manager must be on duty at all times when tcs foods are being prepared and handled. Priorty foundation citation iussed #7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed manager that all city certified manager must have allergen training or citations will follow.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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No Entry
Non-Inspection · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general2 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: The washroom in the storage section of the basement is not self closing; instructed to provide a self closing device for the door as required.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Instructed that all food handlers must obtain the required food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed that all city of chicago food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: No signed copies of the employee health policy as required; instructed to provide documentation of employees responsibilty to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010 issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No vomit and diarrhea clean up kit on premises as required; must provide and maintain to use in the event of a vomit and diarrheal incident on premises. Priority foundation 7-38-005 issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Found bulk storage containers in basement prep area not labeled with name of product inside of container; must label and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed rodent activity on premises. Found 20-30 mouse droppings in kitchen area between refrigeratio unit and prep table, found 40 mouse droppings on the floor under the bar and 40 in basement area on the wall ledges throughout the basement area. Instructed to clean all affected areas and have pest control service prior to next weeks reinspection. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: The washroom in the storage section of the basement is not self closing; instructed to provide a self closing device for the door as required.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the floors in areas where mouse droppings observed in violation #38.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Instructed that all food handlers must obtain the required food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Instructed that all city of chicago food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint and stains in ceiling above liquor 2 door refrigerator in basement. Must repair and make smooth, easily cleanable and non-porous. Must maintain same.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged/loose baseboard in employee restroom in basement. Must repair to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Must provide proof of allergen training for all city of chicago food sanitation managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: Observed no Consumer Advisory for raw or undercooked foods. Instructed to identify such foods by asterisking them to a foot note that states: "Items can be served raw or undercooked or contain undercooked ingredients" and add a statement that says: "Consuming raw or undercooked animal products may increase your risk of food borne illness, especially if you have medical conditions". PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint and stains in ceiling above liquor 2 door refrigerator in basement. Must repair and make smooth, easily cleanable and non-porous. Must maintain same.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged/loose baseboard in employee restroom in basement. Must repair to prevent pest entry. Must maintain same.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations not completed from report # 2528263, dated 8/19/21. Please correct the following: #51 unable to locate back flow device at the large coffee machine located behind wall just beyond the bar. Instructed to provide and maintain. #55 observed exposed bricks throughout bar area, and kitchen. Instructed to stain to make easy to clean and maintain. Must make walls non-porous. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Must provide proof of allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
9 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood exposed under the cofffee machine and the shelves in the basement area. Instructed to paint or stain to make ease of cleaning and sanitizing.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards with deep cuts and stains. Instructed to replace as a means of preventing cross contamination.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the gasket seal to the one door prep cooler in the food prep area broken. Instructed to repair and maintain as a means of keeping proper refrigeration temps.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed standing water in lower three door cooler (proper temp) instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Unable to locate back flow device at the large coffee machine located behind wall just beyond the bar. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed non working ice machine behind bar area being used as storeage. Instructed to repair and use properly or remove as a means of prventing harboring of pest and insects.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed exposed bricks throughout bar area, kitchen and dinning area. Instructed to stain to make easy to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observerd wall coving coming loose in basement toilet room located on the catering storage side. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of oil on the hood ventilation system and inside deep fryer openings. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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No Entry
Complaint · No Entry
No violations
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No Entry
Complaint · No Entry
No violations
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed a half inch gap at the bottom entrance door by the bar. Instructed to make said door tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no closed receptacle inside of the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed minor debris on the basement floors under equipment. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisory disclosure and reminder on the menu for all tcs food items that can be ordered raw or undercooked (beef, lamb, eggs, duck). Instructed to provide a disclosure and a reminder for all tcs food items that are on the menu. Priority foundation 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFood temperature
Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed fish being thawed in rop packaging. Instructed to thaw reduced oxygen packaging fish out of the rop packaging.
Official wording (code 35)
Approved thawing methods used
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed a half inch gap at the bottom entrance door by the bar. Instructed to make said door tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no closed receptacle inside of the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed minor debris on the basement floors under equipment. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
7 critical12 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-201.11 observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a)(a) no citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy in place and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed no hand sink in ware washing area. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 (c) observed ready to eat temperature control for safety (tcs) food inside refrigerator in prep kitchen and walk in cooler in basement with out date mark/ missing; cooked beef steak, greens, gumbo, fish, rice, chicken. Instructed person in charge to utilize date makring on ready to eat tcs foods. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed facility missing consumer advisory reminder * statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed facility missing consumer advisory statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-202.14 observed facility missing back flow prevention device on mop sink. Must obtain and install back flow prevention device for mop sink. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-203.12 observed facility missing thermometers for reach in coolers/freezer and walk in coolers/freezer for facility or in disrepair. Informed person in charge to obtain and maintain thermometers for units. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12 (a) observed facility without thermometers provided for measuring cooked food temperature. Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.no citation issued.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: -602.11 (b) (5) observed house made dressing and pastries missing label information allergen, weight, ingredents etc. Informed person in charge to provied proper labels for food items. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issue.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 (f) observed food stored and prepared under sewer lines in basement prep area. Must encase all sewer line in prep area and storage area.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food preparation area under sewer lines in basement. Must encase all sewer lines for proper food protection.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Obseved food handler employees actively handle food with out utilizing hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or hair nets. Ally food handler employees must wear hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (d) observed items stored on floor in facility. Must store items 6 inches from floor.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.120 observed inside of reach in freezer (front) with accumulation of ice build up inside. Must detail clean, defrost and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.16 observed mop in a position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mop after use in a position that allows air-dry without soiling and pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed acculumation of unnecessary articles throuout facility, in basement and in rear of facility; disorganized and clutter for harborage conditions. Remove all unnecessary items not needed for daily operation and organize areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in walk in cooler in disrepair in prep area. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Non functional lights inside reach in cooler. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: : 2-102.13 observed facility missing required food handler training certification for all food handler employees. Facility must obtain and maintain all required food handler training certification for all food handler employees on site for inspection review.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 observed facility food service sanitation managers without required allergen training certification. Must obtain and maintain.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
8 critical14 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-201.11 observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a)(a) no citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy in place and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed no hand sink in ware washing area. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 (c) observed ready to eat temperature control for safety (tcs) food inside refrigerator in prep kitchen and walk in cooler in basement with out date mark/ missing; cooked beef steak, greens, gumbo, fish, rice, chicken. Instructed person in charge to utilize date makring on ready to eat tcs foods. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed facility missing consumer advisory reminder * statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed facility missing consumer advisory statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-202.14 observed facility missing back flow prevention device on mop sink. Must obtain and install back flow prevention device for mop sink. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation #54 not corrected. 5-501.15(b) observed outdoor refuse receptacles overflowing with trash/waste open for pest harborage. Must clean and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b); 8-404.13(3)a citation issued for priority violation 7-42-090
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12 (a) observed facility without thermometers provided for measuring cooked food temperature. Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.no citation issued
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-203.12 observed facility missing thermometers for reach in coolers/freezer and walk in coolers/freezer for facility or in disrepair. Informed person in charge to obtain and maintain thermometers for units. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-602.11 (b) (5) observed house made dressing and pastries missing label information allergen, weight, ingredents etc. Informed person in charge to provied proper labels for food items. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issue
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food preparation area under sewer lines in basement. Must encase all sewer lines for proper food protection.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 (f) observed food stored and prepared under sewer lines in basement prep area. Must encase all sewer line in prep area and storage area.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Obseved food handler employees actively handle food with out utilizing hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or hair nets. Ally food handler employees must wear hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (d) observed items stored on floor in facility. Must store items 6 inches from floor.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.120 observed inside of reach in freezer (front) with accumulation of ice build up inside. Must detail clean, defrost and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-502.11 observed refuse container overflowing with garbage and not maintained. Must increase frequency of refuse removal to minimize harborage conditions.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.15(b) observed outdoor refuse receptacles overflowing with trash/waste open for pest harborage. Must clean and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b); moved to violation #59
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.16 observed mop in a position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mop after use in a position that allows air-dry without soiling and pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed acculumation of unnecessary articles throuout facility, in basement and in rear of facility; disorganized and clutter for harborage conditions. Remove all unnecessary items not needed for daily operation and organize areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in walk in cooler in disrepair in prep area. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Non functional lights inside reach in cooler. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed facility missing required food handler training certification for all food handler employees. Facility must obtain and maintain all required food handler training certification for all food handler employees on site for inspection review.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 observed facility food service sanitation managers without required allergen training certification. Must obtain and maintain
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Canvass · Fail
8 critical15 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(a) observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide priority foundation violation 7-38-012(a)(a) no citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no vomitous and diarrheal incident clean up policy in place and kit on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-203.11 observed no hand sink in ware washing area. Facility must obtain and install a hand sink under city water pressure and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issues
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.114 observed low temperature ware washing maching not properly sanitizing dishies. Chlorine residual of 0ppm. Must repair machine and maintain. Person in charge called eco lab and repaired machine. 7-38-030 priority violation. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 (c) observed ready to eat temperature control for safety (tcs) food inside refrigerator in prep kitchen and walk in cooler in basement with out date mark/ missing; cooked beef steak, greens, gumbo, fish, rice, chicken. Instructed person in charge to utilize date makring on ready to eat tcs foods. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed facility missing consumer advisory statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed facility missing consumer advisory reminder * statement for the food products offered. Must obtain and maintain on menu. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-202.14 observed facility missing back flow prevention device on mop sink. Must obtain and install back flow prevention device for mop sink. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-302.12 (a) observed facility without thermometers provided for measuring cooked food temperature. Facility must obtain and maintain proper thermometers. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.no citation issued
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-203.12 observed facility missing thermometers for reach in coolers/freezer and walk in coolers/freezer for facility or in disrepair. Informed person in charge to obtain and maintain thermometers for units. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-602.11 (b) (5) observed house made dressing and pastries missing label information allergen, weight, ingredents etc. Informed person in charge to provied proper labels for food items. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation issue
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food preparation area under sewer lines in basement. Must encase all sewer lines for proper food protection.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 (f) observed food stored and prepared under sewer lines in basement prep area. Must encase all sewer line in prep area and storage area.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Obseved food handler employees actively handle food with out utilizing hair restraints such as hats, hair coverings or hair nets. Ally food handler employees must wear hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: 4-903.11 (d) observed items stored on floor in facility. Must store items 6 inches from floor.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.120 observed inside of reach in freezer (front) with accumulation of ice build up inside. Must detail clean, defrost and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed handsink in rear bar area, basement, mop sink in disrepair. Must repair and maintain. Person in charge repaired at time of inspection.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-502.11 observed refuse container overflowing with garbage and not maintained. Must increase frequency of refuse removal to minimize harborage conditions.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-501.15(b) observed outdoor refuse receptacles overflowing with trash/waste open for pest harborage. Must clean and maintain.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b)citation issued
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed acculumation of unnecessary articles throuout facility, in basement and in rear of facility; disorganized and clutter for harborage conditions. Remove all unnecessary items not needed for daily operation and organize areas.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.16 observed mop in a position that does not allow to dry properly and prevent pest harborage. Must store mop after use in a position that allows air-dry without soiling and pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floor tiles in walk in cooler in disrepair in prep area. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Non functional lights inside reach in cooler. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed facility missing required food handler training certification for all food handler employees. Facility must obtain and maintain all required food handler training certification for all food handler employees on site for inspection review.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 observed facility food service sanitation managers without required allergen training certification. Must obtain and maintain
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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No Entry
Canvass · No Entry
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Observed 6-drawer cooler under cooking equipment not maintaining proper temperature 55.5f. Instructed manager to repair. Cooler must maintain 40f or below. 6-drawer cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Critical violation 7-38-005a
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed the following potentially hazardous foods stored in 6-drawer cooler at improper temperature pre-cooked ribs 56.7f, raw fish 47.8f, raw hamburger patties 46.2f. Instructed manager to discard approximately $90 and 50lbs of product. All cold food must maintain 40f or below during storage, preparation, display and service. Critical violation 7-38-005a
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Low temperature dish machine not adequately sanitizing food equipment and utensils, chemical ppm 0. Instructed manager to repair dish machine to maintain 100 ppm. Low temperature dish machine is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Observed employees washing large stock pot in first compartment of 3-compartment sink near dish machine with no sanitizer and 3-compartment sink not properly setup. Observed soap and water in middle compartment and cut greens in right compartment. Observed another employee washing metal containers in bar 3-compartment sink with no sanitizer and 3-compartment sink not set up. Instructed manager to properly set up 3-compartment sink to wash, rinse, and sanitize food equipment and utensils. Critical violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Invert all clean multi-use food equipment/utensils on utensil storage shelves in dish washing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace all worn cutting boards in bar area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of ice machine, fryer cabinets, grill, coolers, freezers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Remove dust buildup on ceiling tiles and vents in prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove all unused cardboard boxes off floor in basement. Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler and freezer. Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store ice scoop handle up in bar ice bins to prevent bare hand contact.
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PaperworkMinor (pre-2018 form)
No smoking regulations
Inspector’s note: Observed a dirty glass ashtray filled with ashes and cigarette butt and 4 black empty ashtrays stored on top of yellow pages and bottom shelf under reach-in cooler in bar. Instructed manager to remove all ash trays. All ash trays shall be removed from any area where smoking is prohibited by the owner, manager, operator, or person in charge of that place. Smoking in prohibited in all public places and any places of employment. Smoking violation 7-32-020
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean exterior surfaces and interior bottom of fryers in kitchen to remove grease.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The wall by the cold prep table needs painting in the kitchen; paint wall. A hole was observed in the wall underneath the exposed handsink in the basement; seal hole in the wall.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Some clutter observed in the storage area of the basement; organize and maintain, remove unnecessary items.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Found low temp dishmachine not sanitizing as required. Found 0 ppm chlorine reading on chlorine test strip. Instructed that test strip must read 100ppm. Machine tagged held for inspection until serviced and reinspected by the chicago dept of health. Instructed to manually wash rinse and sanitize until machine is inspected by the chicao dept of health. Critical violation 7-38-030 issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Dust observed on ceiling vents in kitchen, on ceiling ventilation fans in washrooms and on some vents in hooded system above cooking equipment; clean all to remove dust observed. Some stained ceiling observed in kitchen and in bar area; replace where needed. Clean ledges along the wall in the basement throughout the basement to remove dust and particles.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Inadequate utensils sanitatiom, found low temp dish washing machine not sanitizing at final rinse, 0 ppm obtained on the chlorine test strips. Machine was being used during inspection, instructed to provide proper sanitizer concentration. Critical citation issued 7-38-030. Machine is tagged not allowed to use. Must contact the office of cdph when repaired.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Chipped wall behind prep areas, instructed to install a durable smooth surface.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Ice scoop stored on top of cubes, instructed to store off cubes.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: slicer on prep table in basement, interior bottom of fryers to remove grease observed, exterior surfaces of cooking equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors under, around and behind all equipment where droppings observed and to remove dirt and grease where needed in kitchen, at bar and in basement. Clean and maintain floors in walk-in cooler in basement.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean walls in kitchen around and behind equipment to remove grease and spatter. Seal holes in walls around pipes under sinks in washrooms. Walls unfinished in washrooms in basement; must finish walls and repair wallbase where needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove standing waste water from mop bucket once used and store wet mop with mop head upward to dry.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Observed mouse activity on premises in the following areas: 60 to 75 rodent droppings observed on floor behind bar, on concrete ledge in basement by the three comp sink, along ledge by the walk-in freezer, a tall ledge behind the employee lockers and on ledge and floor behind the syrup boxes for soda in basement. Some also observed on floor in kitchen area around equipment, three comp sink and dishmachine. Clean all affected areas and maintain. Anderson indicated activity on their report dated 7/30/14. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: slicer on prep table in basement, interior bottom of fryers to remove grease observed, exterior surfaces of cooking equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors under, around and behind all equipment where droppings observed and to remove dirt and grease where needed in kitchen, at bar and in basement. Clean and maintain floors in walk-in cooler in basement.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean walls in kitchen around and behind equipment to remove grease and spatter. Seal holes in walls around pipes under sinks in washrooms. Walls unfinished in washrooms in basement; must finish walls and repair wallbase where needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove standing waste water from mop bucket once used and store wet mop with mop head upward to dry.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: slicer on prep table in basement, interior bottom of fryers to remove grease observed, exterior surfaces of cooking equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors under, around and behind all equipment where droppings observed and to remove dirt and grease where needed in kitchen, at bar and in basement. Clean and maintain floors in walk-in cooler in basement.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean walls in kitchen around and behind equipment to remove grease and spatter. Seal holes in walls around pipes under sinks in washrooms. Walls unfinished in washrooms in basement; must finish walls and repair wallbase where needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove standing waste water from mop bucket once used and store wet mop with mop head upward to dry.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Found a 0 ppm chemical sanitizer reading at the low temp dishmachine. Instructed that machine must have a sanitizer reading of 100 ppm for chlorine. Instructed to contact company for service of unit. Unit is tagged held for inspection at this time and cannot be used until reinspected by the chicago dept of health. Must manually wash, rinse and sanitize all dishes and utensils in the three comp sink. Do not remove tag and do not use sink until reinspected by cdph. Critical violation 7-38-030 issued.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Observed 100 rodent (mouse) droppings in basement on ledge along wall, on floor under shelves, in washroom on floor and upstairs on floor behind bar in rear, in washroom on floor by toilet and sink and under kitchen equipment (cook line and three comp sink). Must clean all affected areas. Strongly recommended pest control company service prior to reinspection next week. Also observed a 1/2 inch gap under front entrance door and a 1/4 inch gap in corner of basement exit door; must seal both gaps to avoid possible rodent entry. Serious vioalation 7-38-020 issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: slicer on prep table in basement, interior bottom of fryers to remove grease observed, exterior surfaces of cooking equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors under, around and behind all equipment where droppings observed and to remove dirt and grease where needed in kitchen, at bar and in basement. Clean and maintain floors in walk-in cooler in basement.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean walls in kitchen around and behind equipment to remove grease and spatter. Seal holes in walls around pipes under sinks in washrooms. Walls unfinished in washrooms in basement; must finish walls and repair wallbase where needed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove standing waste water from mop bucket once used and store wet mop with mop head upward to dry.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector’s note: Mice activity remains. Droppings noted in customer dining area. Under booths and behind bar crawl space area. Droppings noted in basement area along with 1 live mouse. Contact pest control company for additional service.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Cooking equipment in need of additional cleaning. Must correct
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and sanitize floors under cook line,under sinks,under shelves,in bar areas and in storage areas. Must remove grease,food debris and mice droppings.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean walls and ledges in 1st floor and basement prep areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store all items in basement six inches off the floor. Must remove clutter under basement stairs. Also remove clutter from crawl space behind front bar area
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Dish machine not properly sanitizing. No chlorine registering on interior of dish machine during the final rinse cycle. Critical citation issued 7-38-030
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect infestation, no birds, turtles or other animals
Inspector’s note: Noted evidence of rodent infestation on site. Noted approximately 40 mice droppings on interior of crawl space behind front bar area,60 droppings in the dining area behind customer seating,behind storage screen and in wait station. Noted approximately 20 droppings in the washrooms on the first floor and 50 droppings on shelves and in liquor storage cabinet behind rear bar. Noted approximately 30 mice droppings behind the ice machine behind rear bar and under shelves in the rear hallway. Noted approximately 80 mice droppings in prep kitchen inside fryers,in oven,along side coolers,under cook line,behind dish machine, and under shelves. Also noted approximately 200 droppings in the basement prep area along walls,on ledges,on the side of the walk in coolers,under shelves,on interior of stove and ovens and throughout. Also noted approximately 10-15 small and large flies in rear bar area,in p
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of both ice machines.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and sanitize fryers,ovens,stoves,coolers,sinks,prep tables,shelves and all surfaces throughout all prep areas,bar areas and storage areas. Must remove grease,food debris and mice droppings.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean and sanitize floors under cook line,under sinks,under shelves,in bar areas and in storage areas. Must remove grease,food debris and mice droppings.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean walls and ledges in 1st floor and basement prep areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store all items in basement six inches off the floor. Must remove clutter under basement stairs.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: New cutting boards needed in prep area. Worn with deep cuts. Must replace and maintain. All raw wood in basement must be sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all grease and food debris. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors through out in need of cleaning under and around all equipment. Carpet must be removed from stairs to better monitor. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls in dish area in need of cleaning to remove all food splatter and build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
7 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Found over 50-55 mouse droppings on both sides of basement and under dish machine on 1st floor. Must clean, sanitize and contact pest control for service. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued evidence of mice activity
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: New cutting boards needed in prep area. Worn with deep cuts. Must replace and maintain. All raw wood in basement must be sealed.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All cooking equipment in need of cleaning to remove all grease and food debris. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors through out in need of cleaning under and around all equipment. Carpet must be removed from stairs to better monitor. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Walls in dish area in need of cleaning to remove all food splatter and build up. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: All toilet rooms in need of cleaning. Must clean and sanitize. Maintain at all times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All articles in basement in need of organizing. Must correct and maintain at all times.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must encase drain pipe above the three compartment sink in basement prep area or relocate sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean cooking equipment. Sinks and toilets in employee washrooms. Must detail clean vent covers above the cooking equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors in prep areas and remove food and other debris. Also clean floors in basement washrooms and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must remove all dead flies from walls and floors throughout basement storage areas and washrooms.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove clutter from the top of basement stair case to prevent rodent harborage.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector’s note: No soap and sanitary hand drying devices at hand washing facilities and hand washing facilities not readily accessible. No soap or paper towels found at exposed hand sink in basement prep area. Also no paper towels found at washbowls in employee washrooms in basement. Must provide. Also noted exposed hand sink at bar area completely obstructed with magizines,a clipboard,receipt paper,a hammer and various other items. Must remove all items from interior of hand sink and use for hand washing. Critical citation issued 7-38-030
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Found evidence of rodents and insects on site and no updated complete pest control log book on site. Found approximately 60-70 mice droppings scattered at wait station,along south wall of dining room behind booth,in 1st floor prep area along side the dishmachine,behind the cooking equipment and coolers and under shelves. Also noted droppings in washrooms,behind the bar,in the basement prep area on concrete ledges,behind equipment,along walls,in corners,on shelves and in storage cabinets. Also noted approximately 10-12 small flies throughout basement prep area and basement washrooms. Must remove droppings and insects,sanitize affected areas and have the pest control company service areas. Also, no updated complete pest control log book on site. Must provide complete log book containing all required documents. Serious citation issued 7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must encase drain pipe above the three compartment sink in basement prep area or relocate sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean cooking equipment. Sinks and toilets in employee washrooms. Must detail clean vent covers above the cooking equipment.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors in prep areas and remove food and other debris. Also clean floors in basement washrooms and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide more adequate lighting in basement storage areas where needed.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Found food containers not stored properly.(must store inverted)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES, CONTAINERS, MUFFIN PANS, POTS, VENTILATION HOOD.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Found floors not swept at premises along walls.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Repair self-closing device on washroom doors.
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
8 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS IN PREP AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BETWEEN EQUIPMENT AND ELECTRICAL PANEL IN BAR AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG SOUTH WALL BEHIND BOOTH IN BAR AREA, 50-60 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND LEDGES IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Found food containers not stored properly.(must store inverted)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR STORAGE.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, HOLDING UNITS, COOLERS, PREP TABLES, SHELVES, VENTILATION HOOD.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Found floors not swept at premises along walls.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL BRICK WALLS IN BASEMENT PREP/STORAGE AREA. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. CLEAN WALLS IN KITCHEN (SPILLS).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found no back flow prevention device at mop sink. Clean clogged drain in bar area. Provide ventilation in basement washrooms.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found clutter at basement (old equipment, boxes, etc). Remove all unused equipment and unnecessary articles in basement and outside areas.
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Fail
Short Form Complaint · Fail
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Found food containers not stored properly.(must store inverted)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Found floors not swept at premises along walls.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found no backflow prevention device at mop sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found clutter at basement.(old equipment, boxes, etc.)
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
6 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. MAKE ALL EXIT DOORS TIGHT FITTING. PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK TO INCLUDE A COPY OF THE STATE LICENSE CURRENT FOR TECH AND COMPANY, MAP OF PREMISES, COPY OF MSDS (PESTICIDES) AND RECEIPTS.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. KEEP DUMPSTER LIDS TIGHT FITTING.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles
Inspector’s note: In all food establishments, toilet facilities shall be kept clean and in good repair and shall include an adequate supply of hot and cold or tempered water, soap, and approved sanitary towels or other approved hand-drying devices. PROVIDE SMALL GARBAGE LIDS IN ALL BATHROOMS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MAKE ALL WALLS TIGHT FITTING SEALING ALL HOLES, SEAL ALL RAW STONE/CONCRETE/BRICKS IN BASEMENT PREP AREA.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE A 3 COMP SINK IN BASEMENT PREP AREA WITH GREASE TRAP, CONNECTED TO CITY WATER PRESSURE.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
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. PROVID THERMOMETERS IN ALL COOLERS/FREESERS.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 10 days ago. Always confirm with the official record.