Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins
6925 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629
Restaurant ZIP 60629 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Mar 16, 2026
Dunkin Donuts/Baskin Robbins was last inspected on March 16, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
March 16, 2026 · Complaint
Result: Pass
1 critical4 general-
CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed lid for ice bin with white build up. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain. (not touching ice)
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths not stored in sanitizer buckets near handsinks. Instructed person to store all wiping cloths in sanitizer buckets when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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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 area around scoop holders on backs of ice cream coolers to have corrosion and damage. Instructed person in charge to repair area and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.
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 build up of food residue on green shelves inside walk in cooler. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.
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 loose and damaged wall plug in restroom. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
16 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: All long hair must be tied tightly into bun or the use of a hair net. Instructed to correct and maintain
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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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: New cutting board needed at sandwich station. Deep cuts instructed to replace
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: All drink dispensor nozzles in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms in need of cleaning to remove all debris and build up instructed to clean and maintain
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Outside area in need of maintaining. Instructed to remove any debris and maintain
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: Floors in need of cleaning to remove all food spills. Instructed to clean and maitain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 paperwork Show violations
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing food handler training for employees. All employees must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
3 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide signed documentation of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010 citation issued
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Staff were eating, drinking, or smoking where food is prepared.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee eating chik fil a in prep area. Instructed manager to provide designated area outside of prep area for employee meals.
Official wording (code 6)
Proper eating, tasting, drinking, or tobacco use
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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 worn and deep grooved cutting boards in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit available. Instructed manager to provide test kit for proper concentration in sanitizing solutions. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed residue on interior surfaces of ice machine, spills and debris on interior and exterior surfaces of beverage machines, prep tables, prep coolers and shelving units. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
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 food debris and spills on floor under equipment, along walls and corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
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: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid chicago food sanitation certificate posted. A certified manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training for employees. All employees must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 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: Found the cutting board on top of the prep reach in cooler with deep, dark grooves. Instructed to either sand or replace cutting board. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Fail
Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: FOUND THE PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #38 FROM REPORT #2316048 DATED OCTOBER 17, 2019 NOT CORRECTED (AN ADDITIONAL 20 SMALL FLIES WERE FOUND ON SITE) AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: #38. FOUND 40 SMALL LIVE FLIES IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA ON THE WALLS CEILING AND PRODUCT, 5 IN THE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL LIVE FLIES, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: See violation #59.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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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: Found the cutting board on top of the prep reach in cooler with deep, dark grooves. Instructed to either sand or replace cutting board. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: The floors in the corners and under/around the heavy equipment with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.
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: No proof of food handler training for employees. Instd to obtain and maintain on premises for verification.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
4 critical7 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Found no person in charge (pic) on site during inspection. Instructed to have a pic on site at all times.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found no hand drying devices (paper towels) at the front hand washing sink. Instructed to provide hand drying devices to the front sink and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood source
Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.
Inspector’s note: Found (15) small live flies and (4) bees crawling on the donuts in the front display and rear storage racks. Instructed to protect food product from pests/contamination at all times. Manager dicarded of contaminated product, an approximate weight of 70lbs., valued at $140. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
Official wording (code 13)
Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: See violation #60.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: FOUND 40 SMALL LIVE FLIES IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AREA ON THE WALLS CEILING AND PRODUCT, 5 IN THE TOILET ROOM AND 6 BEES IN THE FRONT FOOD PREPARATION AND DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL LIVE FLIES/BEES, CLEAN THE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR ASSISTANCE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(a) CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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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: Found the cutting board on top of the prep reach in cooler with deep, dark grooves. Instructed to either sand or replace cutting board. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: See violation #60.
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: Excessive amounts of ice build up in the front ice cream display freezers. Instructed to remove and maintain.
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: See violation #60.
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: The floors in the corners and under/around the heavy equipment with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.
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: FOUND THE PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2240782 DATED 11/29/2018 NOT CORRECTED AND/OR MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT AND MAINTAIN: #16. 4-602.11(B-E): Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils-Frequency INTERIOR PANEL AND INTERIOR SIDES OF ICE MACHINE WITH SLIGHT BUILD UP. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #47. 4-501.11: Good Repair and Proper Adjustment- Equipment WALK IN COOLER DOOR KICK PLATE MISSING, EXPOSING ROTTING WOOD. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME. #55. 6-501.12: Cleaning, Frequency and Restrictions LIGHTSHIELDS THROUGH OUT REAR NOT CLEAN, DEBRIS. INSTD TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #57. 2-102.13: Food Handler Training (PA 100-0367 Food Handling Regulation Enforcement Act) NO PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING FOR EMPLOYEES. INSTD TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN ON PREMISES FOR VERIFICATION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted or manager on site while preparing/serving tcs foods (i.e. Dairy, ham, sausage, etc.). Instructed to have an original certificate posted and certified food manager on site at all times. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: See violation #60.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Interior panel and interior sides of ice machine with slight build up. Instd to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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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: Walk in cooler door kick plate missing, exposing rotting wood. Instd to repair and maintain same.
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: Lightshields through out rear not clean, debris. Instd to clean and maintain
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: No proof of food handler training for employees. Instd to obtain and maintain on premises for verification.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Complaint · 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: Observed the walk-in freezer compressor not maintained excessive ice build up, instructed to repair. Also seal allraw wood storage shelves in rear storage.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Observed the following not clean interior of the front milk cooler(black substance on the storage racks), under counter coolers, and storage shelves, and on icecream side. Also clean and sanitize the cutting board at sandwich prep area.
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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: Observed the floor in the walk-in cooler and freezer not clean, instructed to clean under and around storage shelves.
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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: Observed rear ceiling light shields not clean, instructed to clean.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago sanitation crtificate posted and manager on duty did not have a city of chicago sanitation certificate on site at time of inspection. Instructed to have certificate posted and person on site at all times. Serious violation 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All drink dispensor nozzles in need of cleaning to remove all build up. Ice machine in need of cleaning to remove build up. 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 in need of cleaning under and around all equipment, clean in corners to remove all food debris. Must clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Small 3 compartment sink at ice cream side in need of repair. Leak at p-trap. Must correct and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must have long hair properly restrained. Must correct and maintain.
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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: Observed the interior of the rear oven not clean, instructed to clean.
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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: Observed ceiling light shields with black spots inside the shield, instructed to remove/clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed the front coolatta machine with hot and cold running water, nozzle does not extend over machine, instructed to provide proper nozzle which reaches the top of the machine.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
6 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on duty while handling potentially hazardous foods (eggs, sausage, etc). Instd to have on duty at all times. Citation issued 7-38-012 serious.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Cutting board at prep line stained, with deep, dark grooves. Instd to repair or replace same.
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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: Floor drains thru-out not clean. Clean same and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lightshields in rear not clean. Clean same.
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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: Employee personal belongings improperly stored. Instd to store in designated area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Thermometer missing in prep cooler. Provide same.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 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: Drink dispensors in need of cleaning to remove all build up. 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 under and around all equipment in need of cleaning. Must remove all build up from under 3 compartment sink in ice cream section. Must clean and maintain at all times.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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. Use dustless cleaning methods. CLEAN CEILING ABOVE HOT FOOD AREA TO REMOVE DUST BUILD UP. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS THROUGH OUT IN NEED OF CLEANING TO EMOVE FOOD SPILLS. MUST CLEAN AND 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 parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA IN NEED OF REMOVING AND OR ORGANIZING. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
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