Las Islas Marias

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Mar 11, 2025 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

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   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-601.11 observed bulk containers in rear storage without common name labels. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: 3-307.11 observed employee belongings (shoes and clothes) stored on the same wired shelving unit as bulk containers containing seasonings, herbs, etc. Instructed to remove and provide separate space for said items. Instructed to invert stored kitchenware stored in front prep area to prevent possible contamination.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 noted orange juicer equipment with accumulated build-up on exterior surfaces. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed michellaneus items stored on the floor in the rear storage area near walk in freezer and ice machine. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.14 observed fans located inside walk-in cooler and surrounding surfaces of unit set up in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove accumulated buildup and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 instructed to provide food handler certificates for floating employees working in the rear prep area and maintain on-site for review.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

2. Feb 25, 2025 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

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   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers in rear storage without common name labels. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of pest activity during the time of inspection. Noted approximatley 55 small rodent droppings in the following areas throughout the premises... In the rear storage area, scattered on the floor under the mop sink and inside closet, on top of closed bulk containers and shelving units where employee items are stored in front of walk in freezer, under 3 compartment sink, on shelves where clay cups are stored in bar, on floor scattered under steam table in and on lowest shelves of grills (2) in front prep area. Instructed to contact pest control for additional service. Must eliminate pest activity. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-020 (a). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

     Inspector’s note: Observed employee belongings (shoes and clothes) stored on the same wired shelving unit as bulk containers containing seasonings, herbs, etc. Instructed to remove and provide separate space for said items. Instructed to invert stored kitchenware stored in front prep area to prevent possible contamination.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted orange juicer equipment with accumulated build-up on exterior surfaces. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed michellaneus items stored on the floor in the rear storage area near walk in freezer and ice machine. Instructed to provide adequate shelving units and elevate all items at least 6 inches off floor and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed fans located inside walk-in cooler and surrounding surfaces of unit set up in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove accumulated buildup and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide food handler certificates for floating employees working in the rear prep area and maintain on-site for review.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

3. Aug 12, 2024 Conditional

   Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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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 at the time of inspection. Instructed to provide and maintain while open and operting.

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed ice machine internal lid with brown milky slime/moldlike build-up dripping down onto ice used for human consumption during time of inspection. Instructed to remove buildup and clean and sanitize food contact surface of equipment. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005. Citation issued. The person in charge removed ice and cleaned the machine at this time.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cooling unit in front prep area during time of inspection at improper temperature 65f while storing fish ceviche and various house-made salsas. Noted temperature fo stored tcs foods @ 40f at this time.instructed to remove tcs foods from equipment and repair unit to work at 41f or below as required properly. Priority violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued. Unit tagged at this time.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 75 lbs of shellstock (oysters) stored inside a carboard box and bulk container inside a walk-in cooler during the time of inspection, with no labels attached with all specified identification information as described per code, name, address, certification number, dates, harvest location, etc. Instructed to provide and tag remain attached until container is empty and kept on file for 90 days. Person in charge discarded said shellstock voluntarily during this time. Priority foundation violation. #7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food handler while preparing shrimp during the time of inspection.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate lighting in the rear prep area. Instructed to increase and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods (shrimp, fish ceviche, salsas without original city of chicago food service manager and certificate on site. Informed person in charge of city of chicago original food service certificate must remain posted on site and certified manager on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving, and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed food handlers with expired or no food handlers training certifcates. Instructed to provide and maintain on-site for review.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certification on site for certified food manager certificate holder. Instructed to obtain as required.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

4. Aug 17, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

5. Aug 14, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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   • CriticalPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed 12 live roaches in the following areas; wooden door way between hall and rear prep area, front cashier area, bar area. Instructed person in charge to obtain additonal pest control service to mitigate activity, clean and sanitze all affected areas, and maintain at all times. Priority violation 7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

6. Aug 10, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

   No violations

7. Aug 9, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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   • CriticalPests

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

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed 10 live cockroaches in the following areas: men's washroom and storage shelves next to the ladies' washroom, and on the walls of the prep areas and dish washing areas. Additional pest control service is needed to eliminate all pest activity. Priority violation 7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 seal the openings in the walls, around door frames and storage shelves to prevent pest harborage conditions.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

8. Aug 3, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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   • CriticalPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility with approximately 20 live multi-generational roaches in the following areas: underneath and on drink cooler in "bar" prep area, on metal shelving in hot prep area, in interior of drawers of cold hold unit under grill, in cashier area, in cracks of wall near jukebox. Instructed person in charge to obtain additonal pest control service to mitigate activity, clean and sanitze all affected areas, and maintain at all times. Priority violation 7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

9. Jul 26, 2023 Fail

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cold hold unit in front prep area to not be at proper cold holding temperature with ambient temperature of 65f. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain at temperature of 41f and below.refrigerator unit must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • CriticalPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility with approximately 25 live multi-generational roaches in the following areas: behind cold hold units in front prep area, in rear prep area on tables and trash can, on and around tables in rear prep area, inside gaskets of cooler units, inside ice machine. Instructed person in charge to obtain additonal pest control service to mitigate activity, clean and sanitze all affected areas, and maintain at all times. Priority violation 7-38-020(a).

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed torn gaskets on cold holding units. Instructed person in charge to repair or replace and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

10. Jul 14, 2023 Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: Observed multiple tcs foods (ceviche, octopus, seafood blend, shrimp soup, fish, fish soup) in front cold unit at improper cold holding temperature (range of 55f-62f). Person in charged voluntarily denatured and discarded 80lbs at a cost of $300. Instructed person in charge to maintain all tcs cold held foods at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cold hold unit in front prep area to not be at proper cold holding temperature with ambient temperature of 65f. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain at temperature of 41f and below.refrigerator unit must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of public health (cdph). Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • CriticalPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed facility to be infested with approximately 100 multi-generational roaches and larvae in the following areas: beverage dispenser interior in bar area, behind cold hold units in front prep area, in rear prep area on tables and in bulk dry storage containers (rice), on and around tables in rear prep area, inside gaskets of cooler units, inside cooler units. Instructed person in charge to obtain additonal pest control service to mitigate activity, clean and sanitze all affected areas, and maintain at all times. Priority violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous priority foundation violations from report #2578339 dated; 7/7/2023 not corrected: #16 observed interior of ice bin with excess rust dripping unto ice (ice used for human consumption) whiteand black slime on interior of same unit. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain. Priority #7-42-090 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gaskets on cold holding units. Instructed person in charge to repair or replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and build up of grime on the following pieces of equipment; shelving in walk in cooler, interior of deep fryers, shelving in front prep area, tables in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no mop sink on site. Instructed person in charge to install mop sink on site and maintain for compliance.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall in doorway to rear dry storage area to be loose and pulling from wall. Observed open cracks and small holes throughout facility walls and wall coverings.observed floor tiles in beverage prep areas with cracks and spaces.instructed person in charge to repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease on filters in hood in front prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid original city of chicago sanitation certificate on site. Instructed person in charge that valid certificate as well as certified manager 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

11. Jul 7, 2023 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of ice bin with excess rust dripping unto ice(ice used for human consumption) whiteand black slime on interior of same unit. Instructed to clean,sanitize and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005.citation issued

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 15 live multi-generational roaches in front and rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to inform pest control of need for additional abatement, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and build up of grime on the following pieces of equipment; shelving in walk in cooler, interior of deep fryers, shelving in front prep area, tables in rear prep area. Instructed person in charge to detail clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in walk in cooler and rear dry storage room. Instructed person in charge to maintain all items at least six inches from the floor at all times to prevent the harborage of pest.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wallin doorway to rear dry storage area to be loose and pulling from wall. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease on filters in hood in front prep area. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

12. Aug 26, 2022 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust on the fan covers in the walk-in cooler; instructed to clean to remove dust observed.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak from the pipe under the three comp sink in the dishwashing area; repair leak at pipe.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago food service managers certificate on premises. The person in charge has not received her certificate in the allowed time since taking the class. Instructed to obtain. Priority foundation violation citation issued 7-38-012.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

13. Apr 11, 2022 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: No handwashing signs observed in washrooms or at handsinks; instructed to provide and maintain. (corrected on site)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: No labels found on bulk storage containers as required; instructed to label containers with common name of product inside of the container.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the door (right side) of the two door condiment cooler in poor repair; repair or replace door.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean around cooking burners to remove spillage and the interior bottom of fryers in cooking area instructed to clean the exterior surfaces of the bulk storage containers where needed and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: The handsink in the beverage prep area is draining slowly; instructed to correct so that sink drains properly. The three comp sink in the rear dishwashing area (right side) is leaking from the pipe at the third compartment of the sink; repair leak at pipe.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed that all city of chicago food service managers must obtain the required food allergen training.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

14. May 24, 2021 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on site as required; must provide. Instructed the person in charge to provide documentation of employees responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food.priority foundation 7-38-010

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no adequate supplies on site to properly respond to vomit and/or diarrheal events that can potentially occur inside of the facility. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signage at hand washing sinks in front prep area, rear handsink near 3 compartment sink or front handsink near beverage prep area. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Found ready to eat tcs foods in refrigerator and front prep cooler not date marked. Instructed the person in charge that all ready to eat tcs foods 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.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear exit door not completely rodent proofed as required. Must completely rodent proof door by sealing 1/4 gap at the bottom of the door.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed plastic cups 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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed black stained cutting boards throughout front prep area. Must replace and provide cutting surfaces that can be properly cleaned and sanitized.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirty prep tables and reach in coolers with excessive dried and liquid food debris on all surfaces. Must clean and maintain equipment.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at bottom of 3 compartment sink in rear. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled mop heads not properly stored. Instructed manager to hang mop heads to prevent insect breeding.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and splatter on floor and walls througout. Must clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (fish cevice,shrimp,rice,oysters,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

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Unable to verify if there are any food handler certificates on site. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Unable to verify to allergen training requirement due to certified food manager not being on site at time of inspection.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

15. Nov 12, 2020 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no written procedure or neccesary items outlined in the policy available on site for responding to vomit and diaarheal events that can occur in the food establishment. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO HAND CLEANSER AVAILABLE FOR USE AT HANDSINK LOCATED IN REAR PREP NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c). CITATION ISSUED.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS AVAILABLE FOR USE AT REAR PREP HANDSINK NEXT TO 3 COMPARMTENT SINK DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030 (c0. SEE ABOVE VIOLATION FOR CITATION INFO.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: Observed large buckets ofprepared tcs foods stored on floor inside walk in cooler. Instructed to elevate off floor in order to prevent miscellaneus sources of contamination.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken/hanging ice machine panel inside ice machine. Must repair and maintain in good condition.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed black stained cutting boards throughout front prep area. Must replace and provide cutting surfaces that cvcan be properly cleaned and sanitized.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirty prep tables as well as cooling units with excessive dried food debris on all surfaces. Must clean and maintain equipment free of dust dirt, food , etc.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

16. Mar 13, 2019 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

17. Mar 1, 2019 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: No handcleanser available at rear handwash sink where food handler actively slicing ready to eat tomatoes, cucumbers, and dishwasher also actively working. Instd to provide at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision at rear handwash sink where food handler and dishwasher actively working. Instd to provide at all times. See above for violation issued priority foundation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      Raw and ready-to-eat foods weren’t kept apart.

      Inspector’s note: Large containers of raw shrimp stored immediately above ready to eat ceviche and diced ready to eat tomatoes, lettuce. Instd to properly store raw and ready to eat foods. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation.

      Official wording (code 15)

      Food separated and protected

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Interior side panel of ice machine with slight rust. Instd to remove rust and maintain machine.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: No hot running water under city pressure through out premises, temperatures ranging from 74.0f-85.0f. Instd to provide proper hot running water under city pressure through out facility (100f at handwash sinks, 110f at 3-compartment sinks). Priority violation 7-38-030(c).

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Pipe leaking under rear main 3-compartment sink. Instd to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from 10/1/18 report 32229211 not corrected; 37 3-305.13 must label food storage containers when food is not in original package. - 41 3-304.14 must store wiping cloths in an sanitizing solution and not on cutting boards when not in use. - 44 4-903.11(a) must store multiuse utensils with handles in upright position. - 47 4-501.11 must repair or replace worn door gaskets on prep cooler and reach in freezer in front prep area. - 47 must replace worn and pitted cutting boards. - 49 4-601.11(b) must clean excessive food debris build up on can opener,prep coolers,grill. - 58 pa 100-0367 observed no idph food allergen certification.must provide and maintain. - citation issued 7-42-090 priority foundation.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: See violation 60

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

18. Oct 9, 2018 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical8 general3 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 2-102.14(N) OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE .MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 3-501.17 MUST PROVIDE PROPER DATE MARKING FOR TCS FOODS HELD FOR MORE THAN 24 HOURS IN COOLERS

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CONSUMER ADVISORY DISCLOSURE OR REMINDER ON MENU OF RAW /UNDER COOKED FOODS RISK.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTIAN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION -NO CITATION ISSUED)

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 3-305.13 MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 3-304.14 MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN AN SANITIZING SOLUTION AND NOT ON CUTTING BOARDS WHEN NOT IN USE

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 4-903.11(A) MUST STORE MULTIUSE UTENSILS WITH HANDLES IN UPRIGHT POSITION

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 4-501.11 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON PREP COOLER AND REACH IN FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE WORN AND PITTED CUTTING BOARDS

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 4-601.11(B) MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP ON CAN OPENER,PREP COOLERS,GRILL

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 6-201.11 MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AND REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA ALONG WALL BASE AND BAR AREA

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 6-201.13 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND MISSING OUTLET COVERS IN DINING AREA

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.12 observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared handled and served such as ceviche,rice,oysters,mussels,etc.must be on site at all times.certified food manager arrived on site at 4:05 p.m. After reinspection was conducted(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR EMPLOYEES.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: PA 100-0367 OBSERVED NO IDPH FOOD ALLERGEN CERTIFICATION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

19. Oct 1, 2018 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    10 critical8 general3 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.11 pic doesn't demonstate knowledge of food operation.must provide.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) observed no employees health policy procedure .must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11 observed no clean-up policy procedure for vomiting and diarrhea.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.11 observed a sanitizing bucket inside of hand sink basin in bar area.bucket was removed at this time.cos .must keep hand sink free of articles and accessible at all times.(see violation #10)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: 6-301.12 observed no hand drying device at rear prep area/dish washing hand sink.paper towels were provided at sink .cos at this time.must provide and maintain at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030 c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood source

      Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.

      Inspector’s note: 3-203.12 observed no 90-day shell fish tags with 50lbs. Of raw oysters with ice in a black plastic bin inside of walk in cooler.must keep shell stock tag with product until finished.product was discarded by manager.appx.50lbs.$200.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

      Official wording (code 14)

      Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(a) observed interior panel and screw with excessive pink and black slimy build up and water dripping onto ice inside of basin used for human consumption.must clean and sanitize equipment and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-005)

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.16 (a)(2) observed improper temperature of tcs foods such as 4lbs. Ceviche at 48.4f in a stainless steel pan inside of a black plastic buss pan with ice.product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)

      Official wording (code 22)

      Proper cold holding temperatures

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 must provide proper date marking for tcs foods held for more than 24 hours in coolers.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory disclosure or reminder on menu of raw /under cooked foods risk.must provide and maintian.(priority foundation -no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-305.13 must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 3-304.14 must store wiping cloths in an sanitizing solution and not on cutting boards when not in use.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFood handling

      Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-903.11(a) must store multiuse utensils with handles in upright position.

      Official wording (code 44)

      Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 must repair or replace worn door gaskets on prep cooler and reach in freezer in front prep area.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must replace worn and pitted cutting boards.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(b) must clean excessive food debris build up on can opener,prep coolers,grill.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 must clean food debris build up from walls in rear storage and rear prep/dish washing area.must grout floor in rear storage area along wall base and bar area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.13 must repair or replace missing wall bases in rear storage area and missing outlet covers in dining area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.12 observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such (ceviche,rice,crab,fish,etc)must be on site at all times.certified food manager arrived on site at 2:40 p.m..(priority foundation 7-38-012)

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 idph food handlers requirements are not met for employees.must enroll and maintain.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa 100-0367 observed no idph food allergen certification.must provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

20. Jun 12, 2018 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    10 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments:MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF ALL PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARD COVERS,ALL PREP COOLERS AND REACH IN COOLERS,STEAM TABLE,EXTERIOR OF ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES,EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP,GARBAGE CANS,CAN OPENER BLADE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND BAR AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES AND WALL OUTLET COVERS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA NEAR CHEST FREEZER,MISSING CEILING VENTILATION COVER IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER INTERIOR DOOR AND EXTERIOR OF UPRIGHT REACH IN FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AND BURNTOUT LIGHT IN BAR AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT BOTH 3- COMP SINK AND REMOVE PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND IT ALSO.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA,REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE ICE SCOOP FROM INTERIOR BASIN OF ICE MACHINE AND PROVIDE CLEAN CONTAINER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

21. Jun 8, 2018 Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    15 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED FOOD NOT PROTECTED DURING SERVICE,STORAGE SUCH AS OBSERVED 2- FEMALE EMPLOYEES STANDING AT DINING ROOM TABLE PEELING SHRIMP.OBSERVED UNCOVERED COOKED BREADED CHICKEN ON A PLATE AND A PAN OF UNCOVERED RAW FISH STORED NEXT TO EACH OTHER IN 2-DOOR GLASS REACH IN COOLER.A ENCLOSED PACKAGE OF RAW BEEF ON SHELF ABOVE UNCOVERED READY TO EAT DICED TOMATOE IN WALK IN COOLER.OBSERVED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF BLACK AND PINK SLIMY BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE AND WATER DRIPPING FROM PANEL ON TO ICE INSIDE OF ICE MACHINE BASIN.MUST REMOVE ICE FROM ICE MACHINE,CLEAN AND SANITIZE.PRODUCT HAS BEEN COVERED AND REMOVED FROM COOLERS AT THIS TIME.(SERIOUS 7-38-005A)

    • 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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES AND IN BETWEEN CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE AREA,REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA,UNDER 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.ALSO.APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF BOTH FRONT OUTER ENTRY DOORS AND REAR DOOR IN LEFT CORNER.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/5/18(SERIOUS 7-38-020)

    • 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 duty while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared such as (rice,shrimp,vegetables,etc).must be on site at all times.certified food manager arrived on site at 9:52 a.m.(serious 7-38-012).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT TO CHECK THE SANITIZING SOLUTION PPM'S AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINKS.MUST PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST KIT AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2116737 12/6/17 NOT CORRECTED #32-WORN CUTTING BOARDS IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS.#33-MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM VENTILATION HOODS.#34-MUST GROUT FLOOR IN FRONT AND REAR PREP AREAS.#35-MUST CLEAN DUST DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN REAR PREP AREA.#38-MUST INSTALL A SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO PREP TABLE IN BEVERAGE PREP AREA.MUST CORRECT AND MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A SPLASHGUARD AT HAND SINK NEXT TO DISH STORAGE SHELF IN FRONT PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF ALL PREP TABLES,WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS AND FANGUARD COVERS,ALL PREP COOLERS AND REACH IN COOLERS,STEAM TABLE,EXTERIOR OF ALL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS,PREP TABLES AND STORAGE SHELVES,EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP,GARBAGE CANS,CAN OPENER BLADE.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND BAR AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES AND WALL OUTLET COVERS IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA NEAR CHEST FREEZER,MISSING CEILING VENTILATION COVER IN REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER INTERIOR DOOR AND EXTERIOR OF UPRIGHT REACH IN FREEZER IN FRONT PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING LIGHT SHIELD AND BURNTOUT LIGHT IN BAR AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REINSTALL MOPSINK THAT WAS REMOVED FROM PREMISES WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER AND BACKFLOW DEVICE AND MAINTAIN.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT BOTH 3- COMP SINK AND REMOVE PLASTIC WRAPPED AROUND IT ALSO.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA,REAR PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE ICE SCOOP FROM INTERIOR BASIN OF ICE MACHINE AND PROVIDE CLEAN CONTAINER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: IDPH FOOD HANDLERS REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT MET FOR NEW EMPLOYEE.MUST ENROLL AND MAINTAIN.

22. Jun 5, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical16 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of potentially hazardous foods such as 5lbs.scallops 50.8f,15lbs. Shrimp 54.9f sitting in warm water at 55.6f inside of 3- compartment sink .1lb. Ceviche 56.9f in small bowls on tables,.5lb green verde sauce 66.5f,.5lb. Habernero sauce 66.3f,10lbs. Cooked vegetables 120.5f on steam table.product was discarded by employee.must have cold holding foods at 40.0f or below and hot holding foods at 140.0f or above.appx.27lbs.$265.instructed employee on proper thawing of foods.(critical 7-38-005a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hand washing facilities: with soap and sanitary hand drying devices, convenient and accessible to food prep area

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing facilities for staff not maintained.observed a large plastic black tray and 4- plastic baskets inside of hand sink basin in rear prep/dish washing area and no hand drying device at same.no soap or hand drying device at hand sink in bar area.soap and hand drying device is located above at 3- compartment sink on the other side of the room.must provide soap and hand drying device at hand sink and maintain.(critical 7-38-030)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Observed food not protected during service,storage such as observed 2- female employees standing at dining room table peeling shrimp.observed uncovered cooked breaded chicken on a plate and a pan of uncovered raw fish stored next to each other in 2-door glass reach in cooler.a enclosed package of raw beef on shelf above uncovered ready to eat diced tomatoe in walk in cooler.observed an excessive amount of black and pink slimy build up on interior panel of ice machine and water dripping from panel on to ice inside of ice machine basin.must remove ice from ice machine,clean and sanitize.product has been covered and removed from coolers at this time.(serious 7-38-005a)

    • 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 evidence of appx. 30 or more rodent droppings on floor along wall bases and in between clutter in rear storage area,rear prep/dish washing area,under 3- compartment sink.also.appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of both front outer entry doors and rear door in left corner.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas.rodent proof doors.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 6/5/18(serious 7-38-020)

    • 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 duty while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (ceviche,green verde salsa,cooked vegetables)must be on site at all times.(serious 7-38-012)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chemical test kit to check the sanitizing solution ppm's at 3- compartment sinks.must provide chemical test kit and maintain.(serious 7-38-030)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

      Inspector’s note: Observed no inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers to view.a new one will be posted by inspector at this time.(serious 7-42-010b)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from report #2116737 12/6/17 not corrected #32-worn cutting boards in front and rear prep areas.#33-must clean debris build up from ventilation hoods.#34-must grout floor in front and rear prep areas.#35-must clean dust debris build up from walls and ceilings in rear prep area.#38-must install a splashguard at hand sink next to prep table in beverage prep area.must correct and maintain.(serious 7-42-090)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide a splashguard at hand sink next to dish storage shelf in front prep area.must remove rust from lower shelves of all prep tables,walk in cooler shelving units.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from walk in cooler shelving units and fanguard covers,all prep coolers and reach in coolers,steam table,exterior of all food storage containers,prep tables and storage shelves,exterior of grease trap,garbage cans,can opener blade.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris build up from floor along wall bases in rear storage area and prep/dish washing areas,walk in cooler.must grout floor in rear storage area and bar area.

    • 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 or replace missing wall bases and wall outlet covers in rear prep/dish washing area near chest freezer,missing ceiling ventilation cover in rear prep/dish washing area.must remove rust from walk in cooler interior door and exterior of upright reach in freezer in front prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace missing light shield and burntout light in bar area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must reinstall mopsink that was removed from premises with hot and cold running water and backflow device and maintain.must repair or replace leaky faucets at both 3- comp sink and remove plastic wrapped around it also.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in rear storage area,rear prep/dish washing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must remove ice scoop from interior basin of ice machine and provide clean container.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Idph food handlers requirements are not met for new employee.must enroll and maintain.

23. Dec 6, 2017 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: May not use grocery bags to store food items. Must use food grade bags. Cutting boards in rear prep area, front prep area and service area are in need of replacing. Must replace and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean interior of fryers, hood ventilation, and ansil to remove all grease and dust build up. Must detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: : floors in rear prep area in need of regrouting, floors in front prep area in need of regrouting. Must complete and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls and ceiling in rear prep area in need of cleaning to remove all dust build up. Must detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Splash guard needed at handsink in beverage prep area. Sink is next to prep table where handwashing may contaminate food items. Install and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Premises added drink prep in area with no handsink. Instructed to install handsink in drink prep area. Use handsink across in prep area or dish area. Correct and maintain.

24. Nov 16, 2017 No Entry

    Short Form Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

25. Sep 7, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: May not use grocery bags to store food items. Must use food grade bags. Cutting boards in rear prep area, front prep area and service area are in need of replacing. Must replace and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean interior of fryers, hood ventilation, and ansil to remove all grease and dust build up. Must detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors in rear prep area in need of regrouting, floors in front prep area in need of regrouting. Must complete and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls and ceiling in rear prep area in need of cleaning to remove all dust build up. Must detail clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Splash guard needed at handsink in beverage prep area. Sink is next to prep table where handwashing may contaminate food items. Install and maintain.

26. Dec 15, 2016 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from inspection report#1931557 date 05-24-2016(45)food handler requirements not met, must meet requirements by correct by date on report. Must correct violation,serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must replace cutting boards in the prep areas,has open dark deep seems,instructed to replace

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean interior panel of ice machine in rear of premises,instructed to clean and maintain equipment

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean the vents in the rear of premises of dust build-up,instructed to clean and maintain area

27. May 24, 2016 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical8 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time

      Inspector’s note: Observed multi-use equipment being washed and rinsed in 3 compartment sink. All equipment must also be sanitized in the 3rd compartment of the 3 compartment sink. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No certified mgr with a city of chicago food service sanitation certificate posted or provided at time of this investigation. Serious violation 7-38-012(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

      Inspector’s note: No chemical test strips on premises. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label all bulk food storage containers in rear.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the following: all shelves underneath all prep tables, interior and exterior of ice machine in rear, cabinet interior and exterior of deep fryer in front food prep area,can opener and sleeve attached to prep table, fan guards and coils in walk-in cooler.

    • 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 along the bases of the walls, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove unclean seal around the sides and top of the 3 compartment sink. Clean walls above the 3 compartment sink. Clean and/or paint the dust on vents in the ceiling in the dining room.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide sheilds for lights in dish washing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met, must meet requirements by correct by date on report.

28. Aug 13, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed sliced vegetables and ceviche in the walk in cooler without labels containing product name and date. Also observed jellos and cakes for sale in a mini refrigerator located at the front service area. Instructed to provide proper labels for all food that is outside of the original containers in the walk in cooler and maintain. Also instructed to label desserts for sale with the restaurant name, address and ingredients and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: Observed a styroform cup being used to scoop salsa out of a container located in the front prep cooler. Instructed to not reuse single service cups instead use a designated scoop or spoon.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed plastic grocery bags being used for food storage in the walk in cooler and the reach in freezer. Instructed to only use food grade storage bags and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed inside of fryers and under grill with excessive grease build up. Instructed to clean and maintain. Observed cutting board across from cooking equipment with dark grooves. Instructed to replace and maintain. Observed can opener with food debris build up located by the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive accumulated dust on vents thru out the front customer area and in the washrooms. Instructed to clean and maintain.

29. Sep 10, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Torn rubber gasket at prep cooler door, instd to repair same. Cutting boards are worn, beyond repair, deep, dark grooves, black in color, and open seams. Instd to replace all cutting boards and maintain. All caulking at all exposed handsinks. And 3-compartment sinks, not maintained, worn with excessive build-up of black substance. Instd to replace same and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior of prep cooler including top of condiment line, doors of all coolers, cutting boards, underneath cooking line, and sinks thru-out not clean, excessive food debris. Instd to clean and maintain same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floor not clean or dry in prep area. Instd to maintain and keep dry.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ceiling tiles stained with black substance above 3-compartment sink. Instd to replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Leak at pipe under exposed handsink. Repair same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: Improper food dispensing utensils being used (styrofoam cups, bowls) and stored in food product. Instd to use proper dispensing utensils and also store properly.

30. Apr 5, 2013 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

      Inspector’s note: The "clean" ladles are stored above the three compartment sink where they get water splashed into them, raise up the clean utensil storage to minimize possible contamination.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The walk in cooler shelves are rusty, repair or replace unsanitary shelving.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The interior of the hot line cooler and the outside of the juicer are dirty; wash, rinse and sanitize your equipment in detail.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The baseboards are dirty and coming off of the wall next to the grease trap, repair so it is smooth and sanitary.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Two tiles are missing in the women's washroom , repair the wall.

31. Oct 1, 2012 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label all the bulk food containers

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the hood and vents above the above cooking equipment has grease buildup. Clean the exterior of the bulk containers. Defrost and clean the large standing freezers has ice buildup on them.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide a themometer inside the walkin cooler.

32. Aug 6, 2012 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Food protected during storage, preparation, display, service and transportation

      Inspector’s note: Found the interior of the large standing ice machine has black mold and lime buildup. Serious citation given 7-38-005(a). Manager and employee removed the ice ,mold, lime and cleaned and sanitized the ice machine. Cdi corrected during inspection.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found 10-15 fruit flies (nats) flying around by the 3 compartment sink that has dirty dishes in it and by the the mop sink both sinks are in the same room.serious citation given 7-38-020. Instructed to call your pest control tech to come here and service this establishment.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label all the bulk food containers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean the hood and vents above the above cooking equipment has grease buildup. Clean the exterior of the bulk containers. Defrost and clean the large standing freezers has ice buildup on them.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide a themometer inside the walkin cooler.

33. Jan 23, 2012 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Label bulk storage containers in rear prep area on shelf.

    • 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. CLEAN INTERIOR OF LARGE ICE MACHINE AND MAINTAIN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean and maintain the following: interior bottom cabinet of fryer in kitchen, exterior surfaces of bulk storage containers on storage shelf.

    • 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 ventilation fan in mens washroom. Remove dust from fans in men and womens washrooms. Remove peeling paint from wall above utility sink.

34. Jan 26, 2011 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • 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 LABLE & DATE COOKED FOODS IN COOLERS & BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS.

    • 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.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER,PREP TABLE,VENTILATION UNITS IN DINING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN FREEZER #2,MISSING VENTILATION VENT COVERS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS.

    • 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 GREASE & FOOD DEBRI FROM DEEP FRYERS,SHELVING UNITS,MICROWAVE,VENTS.

    • 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 CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR IN FRONT OF REACH IN FREEZERS.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN DISH AREA & FRONT PREP AREA.

    • 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA,REAR DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG SIDE.MUST REMOVE MOLD FROM WALL AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DINING AREA.

35. Oct 21, 2010 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

36. Oct 14, 2010 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    9 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF INSECT, OVER 10 LIVE ROACHES BEHIND 4 DOORS FREEZERS AND 3 AT BAR AREA BEHIND SMALL COOLER. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE AREAS AND EQUIPMENT AND CALL PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. CITATION ISSUED; 7-38-020 SERIOUS.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. MUST HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-012 SERIOUS.

    • 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 PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK IN COOLER.

    • 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. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS MUST BE PROPERLY STORED.

    • 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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT, STORAGE SHELVES, COOLERS, FREEZERS, BOTTOM PANELS OF PREP TABLES AND MOP SINK.

    • 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 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER EQUIPMENT AT CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS THRU-OUT PREMISES.

    • 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 CLEAN HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove unnecessary articles thru-out bar area and rear prep area, clean and organize to prevent pest harborage.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.

37. Jun 11, 2010 Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    No violations

38. May 26, 2010 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations

    • 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. MUST SEAL RUSTY BOTTOM PANEL OF PREP TABLE AT MAIN PREP AREA, AND SEAL RUSTY GREASE TRAP UNDER DISH WASHING AREA 3PART SINK.

    • 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. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; FREEZER AND DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AT REAR PREP AREA, COOLER, ICE MACHINE AND CABINETS AT BAR AREA AND FRYERS AT FRONT COOKING AREA.

    • 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 CLEAN FLOORS AT BAR AREA, AND UNDER DISH WASHING AREA 3PART SINK.

    • 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 CLEAN VENT COVERS INSIDE WASHROOMS, FILTERS ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT AT KITCHEN, AND REPLACE WALL TILES UNDER DISH WASHING AREA 3PART SINK ON SOUTH WALL.

    • 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. MUST REPLACE MISSING LINGT COVER IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove unnecessary articles, clean and organize bar area to prevent pest harborage.

39. Jan 22, 2010 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical6 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE, FOUND CONTAINER OF RAW FISH SALAD {CEVICHE} ON TOP OF SHELVE AT 48.7F. INADEQUATE FOOD PROTECTION. INSTRUCTED COLD FOODS MUST BE KEPT AT 40F OR BELOW. CEVICHE DISCARDED BY MANAGER. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-005{A} CRITICAL.

    • 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 DRIED FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS AND PREP FOODS INSIDE WALK-IN-COOLER.

    • 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. MUST SEAL RUSTY STORAGE SHELVES AND RUSTY BOTTOM PANEL OF PREP TABLE AT REAR PREP AREA.

    • 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. EXCESSIVE GREASE AND DEBRIS ON COOKING EQUIPMENT; MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOKING EQUIPMENT, GREASE TRAP UNDER 3PART SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA, COOLERS, AND EXTERIOR AND UPPER INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

    • 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 CLEAN FLOORS UNDER COOKING EQUIPMENT FRONT KITCHEN AND ALONG WALLS IN REAR STORAGE AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. MUST CLEAN HOOD ABOVE COOLING EQUIPMENT, AND REPAIR PIPES UNDER DISH WASHING AREA 3PART SINK AND GREASE TRAP SAME SINK.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn

      Inspector’s note: All employees shall be required to use effective hair restraints to confine hair.