Sharks Fish Tony Steak
805 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60643
Restaurant ZIP 60643 Risk 2 (Medium)
Passed · as of Jun 5, 2025
Sharks Fish Tony Steak was last inspected on June 5, 2025 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 5 violations.
Latest inspection
June 5, 2025 · Canvass
Result: Pass
5 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the shelving in the rear storage area where the onions and sauces are stored with a build up of dirt and dust. Instructed to clean and maintain all.
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 the area under the shlushy station with a build up of splatter. Instructed to clean and maintain as a means of preventing possible insect activity.
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 surface under the flatop cooking unit with a heavy build up of grease and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.
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 the shelving in the walk in cooling unit in the rear with a build up of rust on the shelves. Instructed to clean, paint or replace all.
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: Observed very loose faucet at the hand washing sink in the toilet room. Instructed to repair and maintain in good working order.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspection history
21 inspections on record
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the fan covers,walls and ceiling inside the walk in cooler to remove black substance.
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: Observed the lid for the garbage can missing. Must repalce and maintain.
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: Floors need cleaning around and behind all heavy equipment to remove spills, debris and/or grease.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooked chicken held at improper cold hold temperatures. Cooked chicken wings, cooked boneless pieces and cooked diced chicken ranging from 59.7f to 78.9f. Instructed manager that cooked food held in cold holding must be at 41.0f or below. 80 lbs of chicken at $400 discarded and denatured. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooked chicken in walk-in cooler not date marked. Instructed manager that cooked food held for 24 hours must be properly date marked with the date the food will be sold, discarded or consumed. Priority foundation 7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed multiple unmarked containers in walk in cooler without labels. Instructed manager to label all containers with common name when contents are not in the original package.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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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 torn/damaged and dirty rubber gasket on doors or reach in prep coolers. Instructed to repair or replace gasket.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 general1 paperwork 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 torn/damaged and dirty rubber gasket on doors or reach in prep coolers. Instructed to repair or replace gasket.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken, steak rice,etc) must be on site at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was held below a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooked rice 50.8f and cooked chicken at 67.1f stored at improper temperature in hot holding unit. Manager discarded approximately 35lbs and $120. All hot tcs food must maintain 135f or above during storage, preparation and service. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 21)
Proper hot holding temperatures
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed flying insects throughout the facility. Instructed manager to call pest control company to eliminate insects. Priority foundation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed metal scoop used as dispensing utensils in bulk containers. Instructed manager to remove and provide adequate dispensing utensils with handles stored above food.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly 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 torn/damaged and dirty rubber gasket on doors or reach in prep coolers. Instructed to repair or replace gasket.
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 sanitizer test strip kit on-site at the time of inspection to test concentration of sanitizer in 3 compartment sink. Instructed to have a test strip kit on site at all times to monitor the strength of the sanitizer properly. Priority foundation. 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in toilet room. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic has no city sanitation certificate.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed (4) employee's inside the restaurant behind the service counter not properly wearing their face mask/covering as required. Observed employee wearing the mask underneath his chin. Citation issued #7-28-060. (instructed pic he must appear in court.)
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago certified manager on duty/site while tcs foods are being handled, prepared and served such as chicken,fish and beef. Instructed manager a valid city of chicago certified manager must be on duty at all times. Priority foundation citation issued #7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical1 general1 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: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation
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: Repeat -observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and all necessary supplies including disposable mop. Priority foundation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed approx 25lbs of, cooked fried chicken inside large pan stored on shelving unit in rear prep area at improper cold temperature of 53.0f. Instructed to maintain cold foods at 41.0f or below inside cooler. Food was removed and discarded by manager at cost approx $ 60.00. Priority violation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
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 valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted for manager on duty when tcs foods prepared and served. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
4 critical4 general1 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: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010
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: Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and all necessary supplies including disposable mop. Priority foundation 7-38-005
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: Violation corrected
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: Observed cooked prepared foods,( rice,etc) not labeled and dated in walk-in cooler. Instructed to label and date all refrigerated ready to eat tcs food stored more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed storage unit stored inide washroom with prepacked containers of mild sauce. Instructed any food storage stored in washroom areas is prohibited. Must remove
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toliet room not enclosed,(stall door missing) in washroom being used for storage.install
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 unnecessary articles,( work supplies,paint,etc) stored in 2nd washroom used for storage. Must remove all items
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above stove in rear. Instructed to provide ventilation above all cooking equipment
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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 duty or valid certificate posted when tcs foods prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and certificate posted at all times tcs food is prepared and served. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-012
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
7 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. 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 employee health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010
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: Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and all necessary supplies including disposable mop. Priority foundation 7-38-005
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: Observed handwashing sink removed from 2nd washroom being used for storage. Instructed to replace handwashing sink by reinspection. Priority foundation.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Raw and ready-to-eat foods weren’t kept apart.
Inspector’s note: Observed food not protected from possible contamination,( ie employee water bottle found inside container of cooked chicken) in prep cooler. Instructed to separate and properly protect food. Employee removed food and discarded approx 3-lbs at cost approx $ 25.00. Priority violation issued.
Official wording (code 15)
Food separated and protected
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed approx 40-lbs of cooked cajun rice inside walk in cooler maintained at improper cold temperature of 64.0f. Instructed to maintain all cold (tcds at 41.0f or below. Employee removed and discarded food at cost approx $70.00-cos. Priority violation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed cooked prepared foods,( rice,etc) not labeled and dated in walk-in cooler. Instructed to label and date all refrigerated ready to eat tcs food stored more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed storage unit stored inide washroom with prepacked containers of mild sauce. Instructed any food storage stored in washroom areas is prohibited. Must remove
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed toliet room not enclosed,(stall door missing) in washroom being used for storage.install.
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 unnecessary articles,( work supplies,paint,etc) stored in 2nd washroom used for storage. Must remove all items.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above stove in rear. Instructed to provide ventilation above all cooking equipment
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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 duty or valid certificate posted when tcs food(cooked to order chicken, fish, rice 167.4f) prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and certificate posted at all times tcs food is prepared and served. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-012
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 food handler training available for only two employees. Instructed to provide food handler training for all employees
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
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. 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
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat sliced tomatoes and cut leafy greens not labeled and dated in walk-in cooler. Instructed to label and date all refrigerated ready to eat tcs food stored more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under hand washing sink in dish washing area. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside walk-in freezer. Instructed to provide adequate lighting inside walk-in freezer.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above stove in rear. Instructed to provide ventilation above all cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup inside ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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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 duty or valid certificate posted when tcs food(cooked to order chicken, fish, rice 167.4f) prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and certificate posted at all times tcs food is prepared and served. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-012
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 food handler training available for only two employees. Instructed to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical4 general1 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: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010
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: Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat sliced tomatoes and cut leafy greens not labeled and dated in walk-in cooler. Instructed to label and date all refrigerated ready to eat tcs food stored more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under hand washing sink in dish washing area. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup inside ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside walk-in freezer. Instructed to provide adequate lighting inside walk-in freezer.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above stove in rear. Instructed to provide ventilation above all cooking equipment.
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: Observed food handler training available for only one employee. Instructed to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical8 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: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide employee health policy. Priority foundation 7-38-010
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: Observed no procedures or supplies for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed manager to provide clean up policy and supplies. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat sliced tomatoes and cut leafy greens not labeled and dated in walk-in cooler. Instructed to label and date all refrigerated ready to eat tcs food stored more than 24 hours. Priority foundation 7-38-005
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer for internal temperatures. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005
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: Observed bulk containers of flour and corn meal not labeled in rear storage area. Instructed to label all bulk containers in storage area.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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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 sanitizer concentration. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed drainpipe leaking under hand washing sink in dish washing area. Instructed to repair 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 food debris and spills on floor behind cooking equipment, around grease recycling unit, and along walls in rear storage area. Instructed to clean floors 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 grease buildup inside ventilation hood. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside walk-in freezer. Instructed to provide adequate lighting inside walk-in freezer.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above stove in rear. Instructed to provide ventilation above all cooking equipment.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified manager on duty or valid certificate posted when tcs food(chicken, fish, beef) is prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and valid certificate posted when tcs food is prepared and served. Priority foundation citation issued 7-38-012
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 food handler training available for only one employee. Instructed to provide food handler training for all employees.
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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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Interior ceilings and fan guards inside walk in cooler not clean of debris.must clean/sanitize. Also soiled stain ceilng tiles inside customer dining room.must replace.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found 31- small containers inside to go boxes at improper cold temperatures of 74.2f. 74.5f. Must maintain cold foods at 40.0f or below. Approx 2-lbs of cole slaw, was removed and discarded by manager-cd. Critical violation 7-38-005a.
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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 bottom of front entry door not rodent proofed approx 1/4 inch.must repair. Also 14- mice droppings on floor inside unsed washroom used for storage. Must clean/sanitize area. Serious violation 7-38-020
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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 valid city of chicago food sanitation certificate posted when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served, ie frying chicken- 189.0f, making sandwiches. Serious violation 7-30-012.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations still exist from last inspection report #1770801 dated 5-13-2016: # 40 must provide thermometers inside all coolers, # 45 must provide food handlers certificates for all employees. Serious violation 7-42-090
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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: Interior ceilings and fan guards inside walk in cooler not clean of debris.must clean/sanitize. Also soiled stain ceilng tiles inside customer dining room.must replace.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical10 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Front display cooler 55f and walk-in cooler 48f not maintaining proper temperature. Instructed manager to repair coolers, must maintain 40f or below. Coolers are 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 beef 47.8f, banana pudding 51.4f, turkey bacon 51.9f and diced tomatoes 53.8f stored at improper temperature in walk-in and reach-in coolers. Instructed manager to discard. All cold food must maintain 40f or below. Critical violation 7-38-005a
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Label bulk containers in rear storage area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove all rusty sufaces on shelves in reach-in and walk-in coolers. Replace damaged gaskets on prep cooler doors.
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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 and exterior of all coolers, freezers, cooking equipment, prep tables.
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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: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep 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: Replace missing ceiling tiles in front counter, prep, and dish washing areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shields in front prep area and inoperable light bulbs in walk-in cooler and ventilation hood.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers in all coolers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding. Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates for all employees.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. Cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc
Inspector’s note: Evidence of cross contamination thru the food handler.observed food handler prep/cut raw pork hot link sausage on prep cutting board then used same cutting board to prep cut chop lettuce on same board for salad.also same food handler wearing gloves handling raw chicken that he carried from the back,dripping raw chicken juice from raw chicken to put on grill dripped chicken juice on cooked chicken wings for customers inside deep fryer basket to put on grill. After handling raw chicken,food handler change gloves with out washing hands then proceeded to grab lettuce from prep cooler with contaminated gloves to make salad for customer order putting some lettuce on contaminated board to chop smaller pieces for salad.critical violation issued 7-38-005a.instructed to wash,rinse and sanitize cutting board before using,and manager discard chicken,lettuce/salad-approx $75.00/40lbs cdi.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on premises when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served,(cooking chicken,sandwiches,etc)serious violation issued 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Sprayer handler of faucet at 3-comp sink leaking.must repair.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 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 interior and exterior of all fryers, grill, prep tables, coolers, freezers.
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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: Clean floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep 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: Replace all stained ceiling tiles in lobby and prep area. Replace missing baseboards along walls in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace missing and damaged light shields in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainpipe under left compartment and faucet handle on 3-compartment sink. Repair leaking faucet and replace missing cold water handle on utility sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Provide thermometer in left display cooler under front counter.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove all trash and litter near rear door.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
12 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.REPLACE DAMAGED GASKET ON PREP COOLER DOOR. FROM REPORT 555274 10/21/11.
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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.OBSERVED MISSING SIDES ON ICEE MACHINE NEED TO PUT SIDES BACK ON MACHINE.NEED TO REPAIR LEAKING AIR CONDITIONER (IN CEILING).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage.CLEAN AND SANITIZE SYRUP PUMPS.
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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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, PREP TABLES COOLERS AND FREEZERS.FROM REPORT 555274 10/21/11.
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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.CLEAN FLOOR UNDER AND AROUND COOLING LINE AND REAR STORAGE.
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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.REPLACE ALL WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES THRU-OUT PREMISES. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING FANS, AND VENTS THRU-OUT.
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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.REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREA.FROM REPORT 555274 10/21/11.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.ALL LIGHT SHIELDS NEED CLEANING, PROVIDE LIGHTING IN UNUSED WASHROOM STORAGE AREA. FROM REPORT 555274 10/21/11.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN REAR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
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.P TRAP LEAKING AT REAR HANDSINK NEED TO REPLACE. NOZZEL LEAKING AT 3 COMP. SINK AND UTILITY SINK NEED TO REPAIR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector’s note: Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored.OBSERVED WIPING CLOTHES STORED ON PREP TABLES INSTRUCTED TO STORE IN A CLEAN CONTAINER WITH 100PPM CHLORINE SANITIZER.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens.ORGANIZE UNUSED WASHROOM. FROM REPORT 555274 DATE 10/21/11.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPLACE DAMAGED GASKETS ON PREP COOLERS DOORS.
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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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL FRYERS, PREP TABLES, 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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: All light shields need cleaning (dust buildup). Provide lighting in unused washroom storage area.
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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. ORGANIZE UNUSED WASHROOM.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Found bulk food containers not labeledat rear of premises.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Correct By: Thursday, September 29, 2011 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, VENTILATION HOOD, PREP TABLES
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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 rear of premises.
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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: Correct By: Thursday, September 29, 2011 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLET NEAR OIL RECYCLING UNIT. REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES UNDER 1-COMP SINK IN REAR AND FRONT BEVERAGE MACHINE. SECURE LOOSE CEILING TILES AND REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Correct By: Thursday, September 29, 2011 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: REPAIR LEAKING DRAINPIPE UNDER REAR EXPOSED SINK.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Correct By: Thursday, September 29, 2011 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: STORE MOPHEADS UPRIGHT AND REMOVE STANDING WATER IN MOP PAIL TO PREVENT INSECT BREEDING.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF FRYERS, VENTILATION HOOD, PREP TABLES
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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. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLET NEAR OIL RECYCLING UNIT. REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES UNDER 1-COMP SINK IN REAR AND FRONT BEVERAGE MACHINE. SECURE LOOSE CEILING TILES AND REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainpipe under rear exposed sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store mopheads upright and remove standing water in mop pail to prevent insect breeding.
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