J & J Fish & Chicken

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 30 rodent droppings in the rear storage area along the north wall and in the corner, observed about 10 rodent droppings around the hot water heater and observed about 20 rodent droppings around the condenser of an unused reach in freezer in the middle storage room. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed small plastic cups used to scoop barbeque and hot sauce left inside of the product. Instructed to not store scoops inside of the product.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed cardboard being used as a shelf liner at the front customer service counter lower shelf and the front prep table lower shelf. Instructed to not reuse cardbaord, all surfaces should be smooth and easily cleanable.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 observed the toilet bowl in the men's room is missing the lid for the top part of the toilet bowl. At the time of the inspection the facility has a random large plastic covering the top part of the toilet bowl. Instructed to replace with an actual toilet bowl lid and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the following and maintain: interior bottom area of fryers, exterior surfaces of fryers, fryer wheels to remove grease. Clean inside of refrigeration units and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed the tolet bowl cover in the mens washroom missing; instructed to replace toilet bowl cover.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean sinks and toilets in both toilet rooms and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed some water stained ceiling tile; instructed to replace ceiling tile where needed.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the floors under cooking equipment need cleaning to remove grease. Observed some ceiling vents in need of cleaning; clean vents where needed. Observed the floor in the walk-in cooler rusted; instructed to paint or provide new floor for smooth and easy cleaning.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: interior bottoms of fryers to remove grease, interiors of refrigeration units, exterior surfaces of fryers to remove grease and food particles and bottoms of prep tables in prep areas and non prep areas. Also clean greasy equipment in rear storage area where droppings observed. Clean exterior of bulk storage containers.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed the pipe connected to the exposed handsink in the front prep area is pvc piping; instructed to change to metal.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: floors under and around equipment where needed, detail clean floors in rear storage area where droppings observed to remove grease, ceiling vents with heavy dust and walls around, behind and above prep tables, freezers and other equipment. Instructed to clean the interior of the utility sink in rear storage area. Clean wall around utility sink.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed five unused freezer in rear storage area; instructed to remove to avoid clutter. Also observed some unnecessary items in far rear storage area; instructed to remove to avoid clutter.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rodent activity on premises. Found 100 mouse droppings on the floor and bottoms of prep tables in the far rear storage area where the rear exit is located; instructed to remove all droppings and have pest control company service prior to reinspection next week. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: interior bottoms of fryers to remove grease, interiors of refrigeration units, exterior surfaces of fryers to remove grease and food particles and bottoms of prep tables in prep areas and non prep areas.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean and maintain the following: floors under and around equipment where needed, ceiling vents with heavy dust and walls around and behind prep tables in prep area.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed five unused freezer in rear storage area; instructed to remove to avoid clutter. Also observed some unnecessary items in far rear storage area; instructed to remove to avoid clutter.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the prep coolers to remove spills and debris.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed the front hand sink with a slow drain. Must repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning along the wall base and in corners in the rear to remove debris.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed cook handling and cooking food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the lobby and the rear dry storage area. Instructed to replace the stained ceiling tiles.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed pest activity with approx. 15 large flies noted during inspection. Small fly activity was noted near the dish machine, grease trap and front food prep area. Instructed to consult pest control as additional services are needed to eliminate activity prior to re-inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed cook handling and cooking food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the lobby and the rear dry storage area. Instructed to replace the stained ceiling tiles.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed cook handling and cooking food without hair restraints. Instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed two toilet rooms located in the rear near the dry storage area in need of cleaning. Instructed to detail clean and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in the toliet rooms located in the rear near the dry storage area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the lobby and the rear dry storage area. Instructed to replace the stained ceiling tiles.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

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

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide. Observed doors on prep cooler not closing properly.instructed manager to repair.observed ice buildup on compressor unit of front display cooler. Instructed manager to defrost and repair.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed raw fish stored in grocery bags in freezer, instructed manager to properly store in food storage bags or containers.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on fryer cabinets, rolling carts, prep tables, coolers and freezers in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease, trash and debris on floors in rear storage area near rear door. Instructed manager to remove excess trash to prevent rodent feeding.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease, spills and debris on walls and floors in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed mop stored in soiled water and not properly stored. Instructed manager to discard soiled water and hang mop head to prevent insect breeding.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment located in the rear storage area. Instructed manager to remove all unused equipment to prevent pest harborage.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shields in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on floor under shelving units, along walls and corners in rear storage areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Prirority foundation 7-38-020(a)

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

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

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide. Observed doors on prep cooler not closing properly.instructed manager to repair.observed ice buildup on compressor unit of front display cooler. Instructed manager to defrost and repair.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed raw fish stored in grocery bags in freezer, instructed manager to properly store in food storage bags or containers.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on fryer cabinets, rolling carts, prep tables, coolers and freezers in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive trash and debris on floors in rear storage area near rear door. Instructed manager to remove excess trash to prevent rodent feeding.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observe observed accumulated grease, spills and debris on walls and floors in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed mop stored in soiled water and not properly stored. Instructed manager to discard soiled water and hang mop head to prevent insect breeding.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shields in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

Miscellaneous public health order.

Inspector’s note: Observed employees not wearing face coverings at beginning of inspection. Face coverings are required for all individuals who are not able to maintain a six foot social distance at all times.

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

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

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on rolling carts, prep tables, coolers and freezers in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed front hand washing sink not secure to wall in front prep area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

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

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

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated grease, spills and debris on walls and floors in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed no light shields in prep and dish washing areas. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed thermometers are needed inside of all refrigeration units. Instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed tcs foods (raw chicken, raw fish, coleslaw) and dry storage (flour, breading) out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours without labels containing the products common name on the food storage containers. Instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed the front entrance door is not tight fitting with a 1/2 inch gap at the bottom of said door. Instructed to make door tight fitting.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed utensils being stored diretly inside of all of the dry storage containers (flour). Instructed to properly store scooping utensils between use.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed grocery bags being used as food storage bags. Instructed not to use grocery bags and only use food grade storage bags or food grade storage containers for all food storage.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-102.11 observed cardboard being re-used as a floor liner. Instructed not to re-use cardboard.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b) observed coleslaw mixing machine with accumulated food debris. Instructed to clean.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed a hole in the wall by the rear toilet rooms. Instructed to make the surface smooth and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed accumulated grease, food and dirt debris on the floors thru out the entire facility. Instructed to clean along all walls and in all corners and under and around all equipment, grease container and hot water heater in the rear. Observed standing water located by the floor grease trap. Instructed to remove standing water.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed old dirty equipment located in the rear of the facility. Instructed to remove all old equipment or clean and sanitize the equipment.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed accumulated dust on the ceiling vents located thru out the facility. Instructed to clean.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: 3-501.13 observed frozen fish and frozen chicken being thawed at room temperature in the food prep area. Instructed to use proper thawing methods such as using a refrigerator or cold running water to properly thaw all tcs foods.

Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed thermometers are needed inside of all refrigeration units. Instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed tcs foods (raw chicken, raw fish, coleslaw) and dry storage (flour, breading) out of the original packaging and held for over 24 hours without labels containing the products common name on the food storage containers. Instructed to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of rodent and insect activity inside of the facility. Observed about 30 live small flies located on the floor by the grease trap and about 5 live small flies flying around. Also observed about 75 rodent droppings located in the rear dry storage and rear hot water heater area. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed the front entrance door is not tight fitting with a 1/2 inch gap at the bottom of said door. Instructed to make door tight fitting.

In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

Inspector’s note: 3-304.12 observed utensils being stored diretly inside of all of the dry storage containers (flour). Instructed to properly store scooping utensils between use.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-502.13 observed grocery bags being used as food storage bags. Instructed not to use grocery bags and only use food grade storage bags or food grade storage containers for all food storage.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-102.11 observed cardboard being re-used as a floor liner. Instructed not to re-use cardboard.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b) observed coleslaw mixing machine with accumulated food debris. Instructed to clean.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed accumulated food debris located in all of the refrigeration units and accumulated grease debris inside of all fryers. Instructed to clean.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed a hole in the wall by the rear toilet rooms. Instructed to make the surface smooth and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed accumulated grease, food and dirt debris on the floors thru out the entire facility. Instructed to clean along all walls and in all corners and under and around all equipment, grease container and hot water heater in the rear. Observed standing water located by the floor grease trap. Instructed to remove standing water.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed accumulated dust on the ceiling vents located thru out the facility. Instructed to clean.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed old dirty equipment located in the rear of the facility. Instructed to remove all old equipment or clean and sanitize the equipment.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-303.11 observed no lighting located in the rear by the grease receptacle and by the hot water heater. Instructed to provide adequate lighting in said area.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:4) observed previous core violation not corrected from report #2222244 dated 9/12/18; pa 100-0367 instructed the pic that all food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 (a & c) found no sink stoppers for the three comp sink to properly set up to wash rinse and sanitize; must provide. Found loose rubber gaskets at the three door prep cooler doors; instructed to repair or replace gaskets to avoid escaping air from the unit.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 must clean and maintain the following equipment: interior bottom of fryers to remove grease, exterior surfaces of fryers, grill, refrigeration units, interiors of refrigeration units.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: : 6-501.12 observed missing and water stained ceiling tile in restaurant; must replace tile where needed. Observed dirt on some ceiling vents and ceiling tile in the food prep area; must clean vents and tile where needed.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 (a & c) found no sink stoppers for the three comp sink to properly set up to wash rinse and sanitize; must provide. Found loose rubber gaskets at the three door prep cooler doors; instructed to repair or replace gaskets to avoid escaping air from the unit.

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

Inspector’s note: 4-302.14 found no chemical test strips on premises. Instructed to provide chemical test strips for the three comp sink to test the strength of the sanitizer when wash rinse and sanitizing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 issued.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 must clean and maintain the following equipment: interior bottom of fryers to remove grease, exterior surfaces of fryers, grill, refrigeration units, interiors of refrigeration units.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed missing and water stained ceiling tile in restaurant; must replace tile where needed. Observed dirt on some ceiling vents and ceiling tile in the food prep area; must clean vents and tile where needed.

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

Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared,handle and served such as chicken,fish and italian beef. A city certified manager must be on duty/site at all times. Serious citation issued #7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning along the wall base and in corners in the following areas: rear dish washing/prep area and in the rear storage area to remove spills and debris.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted dirty ceiling tile, ceiling tile in poor repair and missing light sheilds. Must replace,clean,provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted 50 small live flies in the rear prep/dishwashing area scattered on the wall, edge of the 3 comp sink, a cord from a radio and around the in floor grease trap. Also noted 15 live flies scatteerd in the hallway where dry goods are stored. Instructed manager to remove flies and clean and sanitize area, esp around the grease trap in the floor. Serious citation issued #7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared,handle and served such as chicken,fish and italian beef. A city certified manager must be on duty/site at all times. Serious citation issued #7=38-012

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

Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning along the wall base and in corners in the following areas: rear dish washing/prep area and in the rear storage area to remove spills and debris.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted dirty ceiling tile, ceiling tile in poor repair and missing light sheilds. Must replace,clean,provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Unable to provide identification for the sanitation certificate verification,serious violation 7-38-012

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

Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food containers in rear prep area

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace the gaskets on the prep coolers in front prep area

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

Inspector’s note: Deyail clean the deep fryers at bottom comppartment of equipment,has heavy accumlication of grease build-up,instructed o clean and maintain equipment

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

Inspector’s note: : must provide a bulb and replace a bulb at the ventilation hood over stove in prep area and provide light shield cover

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside the front prep cooler

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

Inspector’s note: Must remove all unused equipment in rear of premises,to prevent rodent harborage

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates or proof of enrollement,must provide by next inspection

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 10 mice droppings in the rear storage area,behind a table and 10 mice droppings behind a unused display shelf in rear storage area on floor along wall base and corners and observed 5 moce droppings in the rear of premises on floor nmext to a unused deep fruer ,instructed to clean and sanitize affected area,serious violation 7-38-020

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

Inspector’s note: Operating without a certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served such as chicken and fish,serious violation 7-38-012

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

Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food containers in rear prep area

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

Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace the gaskets on the prep coolers in front prep area

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

Inspector’s note: Deyail clean the deep fryers at bottom comppartment of equipment,has heavy accumlication of grease build-up,instructed o clean and maintain equipment

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide a bulb and replace a bulb at the ventilation hood over stove in prep area and provide light shield cover

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside the front prep cooler

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

Inspector’s note: Must remove all unused equipment in rear of premises,to prevent rodent harborage

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates or proof of enrollement,must provide by next inspection

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

Inspector’s note: Replace heavily grooved cutting board on 3 compartment sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean exteriors of large food storage containers(or replace if no longer easily cleanable) in coolers. Clean door tracks in reach-in cooler in rear prep area. Clean front service counter/display case.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean and/or paint and/or replace wall paneling and ceiling tiles throughout.

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

Inspector’s note: There must be physical separation of sleeping quarters from the functions of the food establishment. All articles in rear must be removed.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair stopped up toilet in second washroom in rear.

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

Inspector’s note: Remove duct tape and repair or replace sliding glass door to 2 -door cooler in rear food prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean the exteriors of all food storage containers stored inside all coolers and freezers, and door tracks where doors slide back and forth on all coolers where needed.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors in food prep, dishwashing and rear area by and including washrooms must be detail cleaned along the bases of the wa;;s and in corners.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair bottom of rear exit door. Seal cracks around door frames of washroom doors.

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

Inspector’s note: Rear outside garbage area not properly maintained. North garbage dumpster found with overflowing trash and lid in poor repair. Must contact garbage disposal company and request a new receptacle and keep lid(s) closed. Serious 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: No certified mgr. With a city of chicago food sanitation certificate on premises while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared(chicken and fish) and served. Serious 7-38-012(a).

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

Inspector’s note: The following previous minor violations noted june 26, 2013 0n report# 1353349 not correctd:-33- the interiors and exteriors of all coolers, freezers, fryers, fryer cabinets not clean. -34- floors need cleaning in rear storage area, near grease recycling unit, (sticky substance and grease on cardboard boxes and on floor). Replace missing baseboards in all areas. Replace stained ceiling tiles in all areas. Repair walls in lobby (peeling paint). Clean walls in prep area. -41-rear storage area still cluttered with unclean(food debris, grease, and dirt), and unused coolers, freezers, and cooking equipment, which makes it difficult to inspect, clean and have areas serviced by pest control company. Must eliminate clutter in rear by removing unused equipment from rear area. Non compliance with existing violations.serious 7-42-090

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

Inspector’s note: See violation 29

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

Inspector’s note: Clean the exteriors of all food storage containers stored inside all coolers and freezers, and the exteriors of all grease containers in rear area by exit door.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors in food prep, dishwashing and rear area by and including washrooms must be detail cleaned along the bases of the wa;;s and in corners.

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

Inspector’s note: See violation 29

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

Inspector’s note: See violation 29

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

Inspector’s note: Repair bottom of rear exit door.

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

Inspector’s note: Faucet at 3 compartment sink leaking, must repair or replace fixture.

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

Inspector’s note: See violation 29

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

Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty or certificate posted when cooked to order food (chicken 192.8f)prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all coolers, freezers, fryers, fryer cabinets.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in rear storage area, near grease recycling unit, (sticky substance on floor).

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

Inspector’s note: Replace missing outlet covers on walls in prep area. Replace missing baseboards in all areas. Replace stained ceiling tiles in all areas. Repair walls in lobby (peeling paint). Clean walls in prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide adequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Remove all unused coolers, freezers, fryers, and equipment in rear storage area to prevent pest harborage. Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

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

Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MICE (20 DROPPINGS, LIVE FLIES AND FRUIT FLIES ON PREMISES. HANSEN SERVICED ON AUG. 27, 2010 AND STATED NO ACTIVITY. ADVISED TO HAVE HANSEN SERVICE FACILITY PRIOR TO REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK. MUST ELIMINATE ACTIVITY NOTED.

Inside containers or receptacles: adequate number, properly covered and insect/rodent proof

Inspector’s note: All garbage and rubbish containing food wastes shall, prior to disposal, be stored in metal containers with tight fitting lids and shall be kept covered except when opened for the disposal or removal of garbage. OBSERVED BARRELS OF GREASE WITHOUT COVERS IN REAR STORAGE ROOM ON CARDBOARD BOXES WITH FOOD CRUMBS FROM FISH. INSTRUCTED ON PROPER STORAGE OF USED GREASE. MANAGER STATES THAT AN OUTDOOR GREASE RECEPTOR WILL BE INSTALLED IN A FEW DAYS. INSTRUCTED THAT CURRENT STORAGE ATTRACTS FLIES AND RODENTS. MUST PROVIDE A PROPER GREASE DISPOSAL UNIT.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING AND MAINTAIN: BOTTOMS OF FRYERS TO REMOVE GREASE, EXTERIOR OF USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT IN REAR STORAGE ROOM, INTERIORS OF REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS, REPLACE LOOSE RUBBER GASKETS AT COOLER AND FREEZER DOORS WHERE NEEDED, AND REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN REAR PREP AREA THAT ARE HEAVILY STAINED AND WORN.

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

Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN FLOORS AROUND, UNDER AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT AND MAINTAIN.

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

Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN WALLS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace blown bulbs in washrooms to provide light.

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

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET NECK AT THREE COMP SINK.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: All REFRIGERATION UNITS AND FREEZERS NEED INTERNAL THERMOMETERS; PROVIDE.

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. STANDING USED MOP WATER IN REAR PREP AREA NEXT TO THREE COMP SINK NEEDS REMOVING; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AFTER USING WATER AND TO HANG MOP PROPERLY TO DRY. OBSERVED CLUTTER OF OLD EQUIPMENT AND OTHER ITEMS IN STORAGE AREAS; ADVISED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS.