Ricano's Restaurant
230 S Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60607
Restaurant ZIP 60607 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jul 30, 2026
Ricano's Restaurant was last inspected on July 30, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 1 violation.
Latest inspection
July 30, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Ceramic/clay drinking cups on site. Instd to ensure cups are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove cups from premises. Vegetables in walk in cooler not in original container and being stored in black crates. Instd to use proper storage containers that are smooth, even, and easily cleanable and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspection history
23 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed wet wiping cloths stored on top of the prep tables and cutting boards. Management instructed to store wet wiping cloths in a container of sanitizer when not in use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean the storage shelves below the wooden prep table, mixer, toaster, blender and food processor located on the wooden prep table.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Repair the opening in the drywall behind the wooden prep table.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Clean the floor of the food prep, dish washing area and behind the bar under equipment and along the walls.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Replace the broken lightshield above the cook's line. The light shield above the 3-compartment sink is missing. Must install.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting provided in the food prep and the dish washing area. Must provide adequate lighting in all areas where food is prepared and where dishes are washed.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed rice stored in plastic grocery bags in the freezer. Management instructed to use proper food grade storage bags and containers only.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose debris, dirt and dust buildup on the floors and corners in rear kitchen. Instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. Must maintain at all times.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometer inside the 2-door prep cooler located on the cooks line. Must provide.
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 no label on bulk food storage containers (flour). Must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling in the liquor storage room damaged due to a leak/water. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a working ventilation fan in the men's washroom, and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed mineral build up inside of ice machine in rear. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed torn gasket at 2-door refrigerator by dish washing area. Must repair.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing ceiling in liquor storage room. Must install ceiling which is durable, smooth and cleanable.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed one door handle on the two door freezer missing and the handle for the deep freezer missing; instructed to replace.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed a leak from the pipe underneath the exposed handsink in the dishwashing area and the cold water faucet knob at the three comp sink is missing; must repair leak at the handsink and replace the faucet knob at the three comp sink.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Conditional
Canvass · 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: No employee health policies on site for food and conditional employees. Instructed to provide and maintain.priority foundation violation. 7-38-010. No citation issued
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No clean up procedure or neccesary items outlined in the policy available on site for responding to vomit and diarheal events that can occur in the food establishment. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed tcs foods (cooked chicken,chopped melons,rice, enchiladas) in walk in cooler and refrigerators with improper labels. Instructed to provide a discard or use by date,(not to exceed 7 days) for all tcs foods prepared on site and held for more than 24 hours.priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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CriticalFood handling
No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.
Inspector’s note: No consumer advisory disclosure statement or reminder provided in menu for raw or undercooked foods. Instructed to provide astericking for each menu item and maintain.priority foundation violation. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 25)
Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed not in use equipment stored on storage racks in rear prep with grease buildup and other soiled accumulations. Instructed to clean and sanitize properly befoe storing.
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 garbage can in restroom without cover . Instructed to provide a garbage can with lid.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside receptacle area with excessice amount of contruction material surrounding receptacles. Instructed to remove and keep area free of unnecceary items.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dirt and food debris in all prep areas, underneath all prep tables and all storage racks. Instructed to clean , sanitize and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: No allergen training certificates on site for all certified food managers.instructed to meet requirements.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Closed
Canvass · Out of Business
The inspector found this business closed.
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
9 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: Must label food containers (rice, fluor, sugar)in prep area when food has been removed from original packaging.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils stored in container in rear and front prep areas to prevent cross contamination.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must replace broken door gaskets on 2-door upright prep cooler in dish washing room, and on the prep cooler in the prep area. Place damaged cutting boards in prep area, black grooves present. Replace missing handel on 2-door upright freezer and steam table hoods in prep area. Repair caulking around 3-comp sink and around hand sink in mens toilet room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from slicer and mounter can opener in prep area, and clean debris from lower shelves on prep tables. Clean debris from interior contact surfaces of all reach-in coolers & freezers on prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean dried food debris from floors in rear storage closet, walk in cooler, and under 3-comp sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must seal hole in wall under 3-comp sink and repair damage corner wall at said sink. Seal hole in wall above mop sink, in mens toilet room, and seal the hole in wall below hand sink in bar area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Install additional lighting above ice machine in rear, area is very dark. Also, clean unknown debris from light shields throughout prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet on mop sink in dish washing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store soiled linens in sanitizer solution (bucket)while not in use to prevent cross contamination.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: Observed prep cooler at an improper temperature of 51f, with potentially hazardous food inside. Instructed to discontinue using cooler until serviced and maintaining a temperature of 40f or below. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods in the above-mentioned prep cooler at improper temperatures. 5 lbs of chicken, 51f, valued at $15. 3 lbs of beef, 50f, valued at $20, and 1 lb of chirizo, 50f, valued at $5. Manager voluntarily discarded and denature food. Instructed to hold potentially hazardous foods at 40f or below. Critical violation 7-38-005(a)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Must label food containers (rice, fluor, sugar)in prep area when food has been removed from original packaging.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils stored in container in rear and front prep areas to prevent cross contamination.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must replace broken door gaskets on 2-door upright prep cooler in dish washing room, and on the prep cooler in the prep area. Place damaged cutting boards in prep area, black grooves present. Replace missing handel on 2-door upright freezer and steam table hoods in prep area. Repair caulking around 3-comp sink and around hand sink in mens toilet room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from slicer and mounter can opener in prep area, and clean debris from lower shelves on prep tables. Clean debris from interior contact surfaces of all reach-in coolers & freezers on prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean dried food debris from floors in rear storage closet, walk in cooler, and under 3-comp sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must seal hole in wall under 3-comp sink and repair damage corner wall at said sink. Seal hole in wall above mop sink, in mens toilet room, and seal the hole in wall below hand sink in bar area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Install additional lighting above ice machine in rear, area is very dark. Also, clean unknown debris from light shields throughout prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet on mop sink in dish washing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Linen: clean and soiled properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must store soiled linens in sanitizer solution (bucket)while not in use to prevent cross contamination.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 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: Chipping raw wood shelving in kitchen prep area, instructed to reseal and better to maintain,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Vents above cooking equipment and interior of ice machine not clean, instructed to clean daily,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors not clean in corners, under and behind equipment throughout premises, instructed to clean daily,
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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: Ceiling in prep areas not smooth and easily cleanable, instructed to repair, and wall in kitchen not clean, instructed to clean and repair, missing baseboards in prep area, instructed to replace,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Light to dim, must provide more adequate lighting in middle prep/dishwashing area,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Slow draining exposed hand sink behind bar area and faucet to 3 compartment sink in poor repair, instructed to repair and better maintain,
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Clutter in storage areas, instructed to clean daily,
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from 6/2/16 report 1932015 not corrected30 dry storage containers nor containers of cooked ready to eat foods not properly labeled. Instd to properly label and date. 32 missing covers for dry storage containers. Instd to provide same. 35 black ceiling noted in dishwashing areas. Instd to have finished in light color. Hole in wall under handsink in womens toilet room. Instd to repair. Walk-in cooler ceiling in poor repair, seams not tight fitting, causing small leak from condensation. Repair same. Citation issued 7-42-090 serious.
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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: Wallbase next to 3-compartment sink in poor repair, loose. Instd to repair same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink faucet leaking. Repair same. Low water pressure at exposed handsink in dishwashing area. Instd to repair same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Clutter in rear storage area. Instd to remove any unnecessary articles and organize.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
5 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: Dry storage containers nor containers of cooked ready to eat foods not properly labeled or dated. Instd to properly label and date
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Missing covers for dry storage containers. Instd to provide same.
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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: Black ceiling noted in prep/dishwashing areas. Instd to have finished in light color. Hole in wall under handsink in womens toilet room. Instd to repair. Walk-in cooler ceiling in poor repair, seams not tight fitting, causing small leak from condensation. Repair same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Bottom of grease trap at 3-compartment sink, with signs of rust causing small amount of water around base. Instd to repair/replace and mainting grease trap
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Instd to provide proper records/logs as required.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical8 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector’s note: Soiled mop noted in basin of exposed handsink located in prep/dishwashing area. No paper towels/hand sanitary device at exposed handsinks in both rear prep areas. Instd to maintain sinks clean, accessible, and provide sanitary hand drying devices at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030 critical.
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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: Rat droppings (5) noted under wire racks along wallbase across from 3-compartment sink and15 droppings noted scatterred along wallbase under storage racks in main prep area. Instd to eliminate droppings, clean and sanitize all affected areas. Instd to contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020 serious
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from 9/28/15 1576189 not corrected: 32 paint or replace all rusty storage racks and shelves throughout. Remove all chipping surfaces from door(interior and exterior) of walk-in cooler and paint surfaces. 33 clean the following: mop sink and exposed handsink next to it, interior of ice machine, storage racks and shelves in middle food prep and dishwashing areas, prep tables and shelves in main food prep area, sides and interiors of cooking equipment on cook line, cutting boards, and can opener with base connected to prep table. 34 detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(droppings, dirt). 35 clean and/or install surfaces in dishwashing areas that are water resistant to prevent peeling above the 3 compartment sink. Clean walls throughout all other areas where dirt and sta
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Dry storage containers nor containers of cooked ready to eat foods not properly labeled or dated. Instd to properly label and date.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Missing covers for dry storage containers. Instd to provide same.
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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: Black ceiling noted in prep/dishwashing areas. Instd to have finished in light color. Hole in wall under handsink in womens toilet room. Instd to repair. Walk-in cooler ceiling in poor repair, seams not tight fitting, causing small leak from condensation. Repair same.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Bottom of grease trap at 3-compartment sink, with signs of rust causing small amount of water around base. Instd to repair/replace and mainting grease trap.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Employee personal belongings improperly stored (shoes, medication bottles, etc). Instd to store in designated area. Bottles of liquor improperly stored in mechanical room. Instd to store in designated area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Instd to provide proper records/logs as required.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
8 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: Paint or replace all rusty storage racks and shelves throughout. Remove all chipping surfaces from door(interior and exterior) of walk-in cooler and paint surfaces.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: mop sink and exposed handsink next to it, interior of ice machine, storage racks and shelves in middle food prep and dishwashing areas, prep tables and shelves in main food prep area, sides and interiors of cooking equipment on cook line, cutting boards, and can opener with base connected to prep table.
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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: Detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(droppings, dirt).
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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: Clean and/or install surfaces in dishwashing areas that are water resistant to prevent peeling above the 3 compartment sink. Clean walls throughout all other areas where dirt and stains are present. Repair lower sections on wall bases in middle prep area where base boards are missing. Clean dirt, debris, and stains from all light shields in food prep areas. Clean dust build-up from vents where present.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Massive puddle of water noted on floor underneath ice machine, must locate source of leak and repair it. Repair leaky faucets at mop and 3 compartment sinks.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: : must properly maintain rear outside area(beer garden not used), by removing all sources of standing water which will eliminate small flies in this area. Must clean and maintain all unused equipment stored on premises. All articles stored on floors throughout must be properly stored elevated 6 inches off the floors(in every room and area).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: All ice scoops used for consumable ice must be stored in clean containers protected from contamination.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
11 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Improper pest control observed on premises. Rat droppings found in the following areas: 3 on unused meat slicer and 8 on shelf underneath prep table, 15 scattered along the base of the wall underneath same prep table, on floor in east corner and along the base of the same wall unnerneath 3 compartment sink in dish washing area, 8 along the base of the wall and in corners underneath prep table in middle food prep area, 10 scattered on floor bases in furnace room. Must clean and sanitize all affected areas, seal up all openings in floors, walls, ceilings, and in basement crawl space area, and have business served by pest cobtrol company by next visit. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered
Inspector’s note: Rear outside garbage area not properly maintained. Overflowing trash observed in garbage receptacle next to fence, trash found 6-7 inches above the rim. Must keep all lids closed on dumpsters. Also need to request a replacement lid for front dumpster which has a large(5 x 3)inch hole in it at the right rear section of unit. Serious violation 7-38-020.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated
Inspector’s note: Dish washing equipment not properly operated. Observed multi-use equipment being washed and sanitized in 3 compartment sink. First compartment was being used as a dump sink. Must properly set up all sinks to wash, rinse and sanitize multi-use equipment. Serious violation 7-38-030.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Paint or replace all rusty storage racks and shelves throughout. Remove all chipping surfaces from door(interior and exterior) of walk-in cooler and paint surfaces.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: mop sink and exposed handsink next to it, interior of ice machine, storage racks and shelves in middle food prep and dishwashing areas, prep tables and shelves in main food prep area, sides and interiors of cooking equipment on cook line, cutting boards, and can opener with base connected to prep table.
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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: Detail clean floors throughout all rooms and areas along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment(droppings, dirt).
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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: Clean and/or install surfaces in dishwashing areas that are water resistant to prevent peeling above the 3 compartment sink. Clean walls throughout all other areas where dirt and stains are present. Repair lower sections on wall bases in middle prep area where base boards are missing. Clean dirt, debris, and stains from all light shields in food prep areas. Clean dust build-up from vents where present.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Massive puddle of water noted on floor underneath ice machine, must locate source of leak and repair it. Repair leaky faucets at mop and 3 compartment sinks.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must properly maintain rear outside area(beer garden not used), by removing all sources of standing water which will eliminate small flies in this area. Must clean and maintain all unused equipment stored on premises. All articles stored on floors throughout must be properly stored elevated 6 inches off the floors(in every room and area).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hair restraints.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: All ice scoops used for consumable ice must be stored in clean containers protected from contamination.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 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: Label all bulk food item containers where missing.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must invert all multi use dishes and utensils. (store upside down)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide more adequate lighting in the middle prep area and in the dishwashing area.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area
Inspector’s note: No soap or sanitary hand drying device provided at hand sinks in the bar area and in the middle prep area outside of the walk in cooler. Must provide at all times. Critical citation issued 7-38-030
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Noted evidence of insects and rodents on site and outer openings not protected. Noted approximately 25 rat droppings along walls in the hot water heater room. Also noted approximately 15 live small flies inside the soda gun holster behind the bar, in the dish washing area and in the main kitchen. Must remove insects and droppings, sanitize affected areas and have the pest control company service areas. Also noted approximately 1/4 inch gaps along the bottom and sides of the exterior front door and along the bottom of the rear exit door. Must repair doors and make completely insect and rodent proof. Serious citation issued 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Continued non-compliance. Previous minor violations from report # 1324284 on 1-25-13 not corrected. (32)noted deep dark groves into cutting boards. Must replace. (38)noted leak at 3 comp sink faucet. Must repair. (41)must organize stock and remove all unnecessary items in prep/storage area to prevent rodent harborage and cleaning purposes 6' off the floor and away from wall. Must correct all minor violations by the dates specified on the report. Serious citation issued 7-42-090
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Label all bulk food item containers where missing.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Must invert all multi use dishes and utensils. (store upside down)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must provide an ice bin cover for all consusmable ice bins behind bar or serve all ice front main bin that is properly covered.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean floors under prep tables, under sinks, under cooking equipment, along walls and throughout 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: Must repair ceiling in hot water heater room. Walls in dishwashing area and around mop sink are in poor repair. Must repair and clean walls as needed. Walls must be smooth and easily cleanable. Must also detail clean walls throughout prep areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide more adequate lighting in the middle prep area and in the dishwashing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must install a splash guard between the hand sink and the mop sink outside of the walk in cooler. Must provide vent covers where missing in the mens washroom.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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: Noted deep dark groves into cutting boards. Must replace.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean the walls and floor inside walk in cooler to remove debris and spills.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning behind cooking equipment to remove spills and along wall base to remove debris. Must maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Noted wall base board needs repair and replacing in some area in the kitchen,behind bar area and in the hallways. Also noted hole in wall by 1 comp sink. Must seal all hole and opening where ever needed to prevent rodent entry points.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted leak at 3 comp sink faucet. Must repair.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must organize stock and remove all unnecessary items in prep/storage area to prevent rodent harborage and cleaning purposes 6' off the floor and away from wall.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
8 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: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers.MUST LABEL ALL FOOD NOT IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERSON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.MUST INVERT ALL MULTI-USE UTENSILS AT KITCHEN AND STORAGE AREAS FOR EXAMPLE PLASTIC KNIVES, SPOONS, FORKS, DISHES, POTS AND PANS AT ALL TIMES.
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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.MUST CLEAN INTERIOR OF LOWER SHELF IN REFRIGERATOR AND COOLERS.
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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.MUST DEEP CLEAN FLOORS UNDER,AROUND AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY KITCHEN EQUIPMENT AND BAR AREA.
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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.MUST RECAULK WALL AT BASE OF HANDWASHING SINK IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST REPAIR HOLE AT WALL AT FRONT BAR AREA.
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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.MUST PROPERLY STORE SOILED LINENS AND DISH RAGS.
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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.MUST DECLUTTER REAR STORAGE ROOM AREA AND HAVE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR AT ALL TIMES.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Between uses and during storage ice dispensing utensils and ice receptacles shall be stored in a way that protects them from contamination.MUST PROVIDE ICE RECEPTACLES FOR ALL ICE DISPENSING UTENSILS AT ALL TIMES.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. THE KITCHEN WORK AREA IS DIRTY; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL KITCHEN SURFACES DAILY.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. THE CAN OPENER HAS A WORN BLADE AND GEAR THAT IS CREATING METAL SHAVINGS, A SOURCE OF METAL THAT CAN COMTAMINATE YOUR FOOD. REPLACE THE BLADES. THE WALK IN COOLER INTERIOR HAS SOME FOOD DEBRIS THAT NEEDS TO BE WASHED, RINSED AND SANITIZED.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: The one door cooler has a damaged and unsanitary drain tube, replace the drain tube.
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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. REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM THE WEST END OF THE KITCHEN AND YARD.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled and dated containers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Dirty spoon found in clean utensils. All utensils were washed, rinsed and sanitized at this time.
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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. All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. Clean, rinse and sanitize the steamtable lids and handles, can opener, cutting boards and racks and shelves throughout the kitchen and walk-in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair small leak in the front 3-comp sink.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 3 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.