Potash Bros

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a gap and missing weather strip at the rear dock door...observed when the garage doors are closed there is a gap and a gap under the door leading to the street at the 1 east delaware side, gaps approx 1/4 instructed to properly adjust and or repair as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the cutting board in the deli prep area with deep cutting grooves and stains. Instructed to replace and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the floors and shelving in the walk in cooling units in the basement kitchen/produce areas as well as the deli walk in cooling unit upstairs with a build up of dirt, debris and food debris in all areas. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the cooking equipment, non cooking equipment (shelving, dish washing machine) with a heavy build up of grease, debris and possible food splatter. Instructed to clean and maintain all as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed leak at the three compartment sink in the basement in the produce area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a pile of boxes on the right side of the walk in cooling unit in the basement cooking area where the meat slicer is located. Instructed to clear area as a means of preventing possible harboring space for insects and or pest.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the floors and walls in the following areas in need of a detail cleaning...the basement kitchen area under and around all cooking and non cooking equipment...the deli area under and around all shelving, cooking and non cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and maintain all areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the floor of the meat walk in cooler with a build up of dried blood stains on the floor under and around the shelving. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of food debris and other small debris on the floor of the walk in cooling unit up stairs in the kitchen area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the cooking equipment in the food prep areas down stairs and up stairs with a build up of grease and food spillage on the sides. Instructed to clean and maintain areas as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect activity.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a hole in wall under the hand washing sink in the main up stairs kitchen area next to the walk in. Instructed to repair and maintain as a means of preventing possible pest and or insect entering.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dirt, grease, debris and possible food splatter on the wall behind the three compartment sink in the lower kitchen area. Instructed to clean and maintain area floor under all equip and along the walls.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of broken glass on the floor behind the shelving of the walk in liquor room. Instructed to clean and maintain area.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of food dirt and dark stains on floor of produce cooler floor. Also observed a build up of dirt, debris and food debris on the floor of the dairy cooler. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed the lights over the hand washing stations in the womens toilet room out and not working. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up dust and grease on the food ventilation systems in both food prep areas. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed a build up of dust on the fans of the walk in cooling units as well as the vents over head in prep areas. Instructed to clean all dust from vents as a means of preventing possible contamination of foods and food contact surfaces.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed openings at base of left side of dock door and opening in middle at base of double entrance outer door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.19: observed no self closing device on second floor unisex employee washroom door. Instructed to install self closing device on second floor unisex employee washroom door.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed ice buildup at base of westside wall in basement dairy walk in cooler and at base of southside wall and on front and rear of condensor in walk in freezer. Instructed to remove ice in said places and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed black buildup on exterior and interior of hood and filters in basement kitchen. Instructed to detail clean exterior and interior of hood and filters in basement kitchen. Observed dust on interior of hood and filter in 1st floor prep area above oven in bakery/deli area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-303.11: observed non working or missing light bulbs in basement walkin cooler, women's washroom, basement meat prep room, and basement meat walkin cooler. Instructed to replace all non working or missing light bulbs in said areas.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: 6-202.11: observed damaged light shields in produce prep area in basement. Instructed to replace damaged light shields in produce prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed container of seasoned salt not labeled with common name of food. Instructed to label all food storage containers with common name of food when not in original containers.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed approximately 40 rat droppings in corner next to dock door on right and observed approximately 10 small flies in 1st floor prep area. Instructed to eliminate rat activity, remove rat droppings, clean affected area. Instructed to eliminate small fly activity in 1st floor prep area (near three compartment sink and proofer) and clean affected areas. Recommended pest control service facility on or after 3/11/2024. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed openings at base of left side of dock door and opening in middle at base of double entrance outer door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed rust on shelves in small walk in cooler next to kitchen in basement. Instructed to remove rust or replace shelving non food contact surfaces of equipment shall be constructed of corrison resistant, nonabsorbent and smooth material for ease of cleanability.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no self closing device on second floor unisex employee washroom door. Instructed to install self closing device on second floor unisex employee washroom door.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed black buildup on wall around three compartment sink in meat prep area in basement. Instructed to clean wall around three compartment sink in meat prep area in basement. Observed ice buildup at base of westside wall in basement dairy walk in cooler and at base of southside wall and on front and rear of condensor in walk in freezer. Instructed to remove ice in said places and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed black buildup on exterior and interior of hood and filters in basement kitchen. Instructed to detail clean exterior and interior of hood and filters in basement kitchen. Observed dust on interior of hood and filter in 1st floor prep area above oven in bakery/deli area. Instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observd non working or missing light bulbs in basement walkin cooler, women's washroom, basement meat prep room, and basement meat walkin cooler. Instructed to replace all non working or missing light bulbs in said areas.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in produce prep area in basement. Instructed to replace damaged light shields in produce prep area.

Frozen food was thawed the wrong way.

Inspector’s note: Frozen raw fish has been thawed while still wrapped in commercial reduced oxygen packaging (rop). Packaging must be removed from fish in rop prior to thawing under refrigeration or running water.

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

Inspector’s note: Prepackaged prepared foods stored in the reach in of the buffet case does not have an address listed on labels. Facility must provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Insect control device (white and blue rectangle hangers) stored around the deli and basement prep area, above/next to vegetable storage in aisle and basement. Devices shall be installed so that: 1)they are not over food preparation areas, 2) dead insects or insect parts do not fall onto exposed food, equipment, utensils, or single service items.

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

Inspector’s note: Single use plastic cups without a handle used as scoops for all dry seasonings. Facility must provide scoops with handles.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling and fan guards in all walk-in coolers heavily soiled with dust accumilation. Facility must clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed boxes of liquor stored on floor in liquor storage room. Instructed to elevate all boxes at least 6 inches off the floor to allow proper cleaning.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed 2 cutting boards in produce department covered in deep grooves and dark stains. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain smooth, cleanable cutting surfaces.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed steady leak at exposed hand washing sink in meat prep room, 1 of 2 sinks not working in women's toilet room, and 1 toilet in women's toilet room not working. Instructed to repair or replace and maintain in good condition.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide ingredient labels, including allergen information, on grab-n-go packaged food stored in cooler on sales floor. Instructed to provide proper labels and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers in basement prep area, with common food names (flour, sugar ) when food is removed from original packaging. Instructed to maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Found broken door gaskets on multiple cooling units (walkin-in & prep) instructed to repair and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean loose food debris from lower shelves on prep table in basement prep area. Also, remove the rust from the storage racks in the basement walk in cooler. Instructed to maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky faucet base on 3-comp sink in basement prep area, instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean dried food debris from floors in all walk-in coolers & freezers, under and behind heavy equipment in hot food and meat prep areas, instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must replace missing floor tiles throughout hot foods prep area, surface be smooth and easily cleanable, instructed to maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean excessive dust accumulation from ceiling vent covers throughout hot food prep area, instructed to clean and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Must detail clean grease accumulation from hood filters above cooking equipment, clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: No covered waste receptacles provided at the unisex washroom located in the 2nd floor. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed clutter and unnecessary items in basement and rear storage areas in the 1st floor. Must remove clutter clean and organize areas to prevent rodent harborage.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of dust build up on ceiling ventilation vents in 1st floor food prep area. Must clean and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: No covered waste receptacles provided at the unisex washroom located in the 2nd floor. Instructed to provide and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed clutter and unnecessary items in basement and rear storage areas in the 1st floor. Must remove clutter clean and organize areas to prevent rodent harborage.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of dust build up on ceiling ventilation vents in 1st floor food prep area. Must clean and maintain.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Previous core violations not corrected from 3/19/19 report# 2279596. 49. Observed food shelving next to walk in cooler located in main kitchen storage (basement) with food debris . Instructed manager to clean sanitize and maintain. 55.observed floors & ceilings filled with food debris, grease, and dust in the following areas : deli walk in cooler, main kitchen cooler , main kitchen(basement) corner next to low temperature dish machine, walk in cooler (basement), walk in freezer (basement) deli prep area. Instructed manager to clean sanitize and maintain. 56. Observed hood in deli & main kitchen (basement) with grease build up. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize and maintain. - priority foundation violation 7-42-090 no citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food items (chocolate cake , butter cookies, tiramusi cake , chicken dinners, egg breakfast sandwich) packaged with out ingredient list located in self service reach in cooler and hot holding . All pre packaged food items must contain : the common name of the food, a list of ingredients and sub-ingredients in descending order of predominance by weight, including a declaration of artificial colors, artificial flavors and chemical preservatives, if contained in the food; an accurate declaration of the net quantity of contents; the name and place of business of the manufacturer, packer, or distributor; and the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food. Instructed manager to provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no food allergen label for chicken and vegetable dumplings and cake located in bakery's fridge and the self service reach in cooler directly next to bakery. Label information shall include the name of the food source for each major food allergen contained in the food unless the food source is already part of the common or usual name of the respective ingredient. Instructed manager to provide. Priority foundation . 7-38-005. No citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed beer stored under tarp . Tarp hangs from ceiling under waste water pipe. Instructed manager to remove tarp . Instructed manager to remove beer from under waste pipe or provide a casing for pipes. Also noted single use food trays under waste water pipe . Instructed manager to remove or provide casing for waste water pipe.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food ( italian sausage, pickles, bagels, wine, bread etc.) stored on the floor in the following areas: deli walk in cooler, main kitchen walk in cooler (basement), walk in cooler (basement), walk in freezer (basement). Food should be stored six inches from floor. Instructed manager to provide.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed food shelving next to walk in cooler located in main kitchen storage (basement) with food debris . Instructed manager to clean sanitize and maintain.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed cutting boards & prep table cutting boards in the following areas worn with excessive cracks through out: meat cooler (basement), main kitchen, produce prep ( basement. Instructed manager to discard worn cutting boards and replace

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed panini machine filled with encrusted grease. Instructed manager to clean sanitize and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed ceiling tile in disrepair ( melting, missing, rusted) in the following areas main kitchen above stove, produce prep (basement) above 3 compartment sink, aisle 8 above reach in cooler. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize , maintain and or replace.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed floors & ceilings filled with food debris, grease, and dust in the following areas : deli walk in cooler, main kitchen cooler , main kitchen(basement) corner next to low temperature dish machine, walk in cooler (basement), walk in freezer (basement) deli prep area. Instructed manager to clean sanitize and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed hood in deli & main kitchen (basement) with grease build up. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a wicker basket of macaroons, stored on top of deli counter, for public consumption with no cover and not protected, from contamination. Informed manager that foods must be protected during storage, to prevent contamination. Manager corrected violations during inspection. Manager voluntarily discarded/denatured 1.5lbs of product at a value of $8.00. Serious violation #7-38-005 (A)

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

Inspector’s note: Observed cardboard liner used on wire shelving racks in dish washing area, in deli area, as well as walking cooler cheese shelving unit. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed missing stainless steel mushroom cap from vacuum breaker above utility sink, in basements water heater area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive black grease on grill surface of panini pres, in deli prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed dirt and debris on interior surfaces of hobart steamer in meat/deli department, next to exposed hand sink. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed excessive black mold like substance embedded in the caulking along utility sink in basements water heater area.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive dirt encrusted on floor drain of dish washing station, in deli area. Observed excessive grease build and food splatter on exterior surface of cement block underneath 3 compartment sink, on floor. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed missing floor tiles underneath and around 3 compartment sink and dish washer, in deli area. Informed manager that all surfaces must be smooth and easily cleanable. Instructed manager to repair and ensure surface is smooth and easily cleanable. Maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed excessive grease build and dust on hood filters in dish washing deli area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed broken and loose 3 prong wall outlet, in meat department next to exposed hand sink. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times. Observed dusty fan covers, in meat walk in cooler in basement meat prep area. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain at all times. Observed beverage inventory stored on wire shelving racks, underneath exposed plumping/sewage pipes, in basement storage area. Informed the manager that inventory cannot be stored under exposed pipes. Instructed manager to reorganize area/room in which inventory is stored or encase exposed pipes. Maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed leaking vacuum breaker attachment above utility sink in basement water heater area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: FOUND PREPARED COOKED FOODS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER NOT PROPERLY LABELED.All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES.

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

Inspector’s note: Found excessive amounts of dust accumulation at all dust fan guard covers inside all walk-in coolers(produce and meat rooms) throughout the store.must clean and remove.

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

Inspector’s note: Found light fixtures above the bacon and deli meat cases, at the entire produce reach-in cold holding units and the cheese reach-in cold holding units without light shield covers. Must provide light shield covers or shatter proof bulbs at all above mentioned areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Found small water leaks at pipes under the 3-comp sink in the produce area located in the basement under the middle compartment and the right hand side compartment. Also found the cold water faucet handle difficult to open at the hand washing sink in same area. Must repair and maintain above stated 3-comp sink and make cold water faucet handle easier to open and close.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Found a non working thermometer at the sour cream reach-in refrigerator. Must provide a working thermometer at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed backstock food stored below exposed sewer lines in the basement. Instructed to store food so that it is not directly below exposed sewer lines, or provide a gutter system under the sewer lines.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed residue accumulating on the handles of the sushi cooler. Also noted rough, slimy substance accumulating on the riser where the dish washing chemicals are stored in the deli. Noted a greenish slime-like substance growing under and on the sides of the produce shelves. Instructed to clean these areas and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed garbage and debris accumulating on the floors in the following areas: under the shelving in the walk in deli cooler, under the prep top coolers in the deli, and under the water storage pallets in the basement. Instructed to clean the floors and maintain. Observed supplies, packaging and other items stored on the floor in the sushi area. Instructed to store all items at least 6 inches above the floor.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted dust accumulation on the vent covers above the upstairs 3 compartment sink. Observed oil and dust accumulation on the hood, vent and pipes above the deli fryer. Instructed to clean and maintain. Noted several water stained ceiling tiles in the basement fruit prep area. Instructed to replace the stained tiles and repair any leaks.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed that the lights above the misting produce shelving are not protected. Instructed to provide light shields or shatter-proof bulbs. Noted that the exhaust fan in the 2nd floor employee restroom is not functioning. Instructed to repair. Observed a leak in the center compartment waste piping in the basement 3 compartment sink. Also noted a leak at the cold water faucet of the 1st floor 3 compartment sink. Instructed tor repair the leaks.

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

Inspector’s note: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.gasket at the basement dairy walk-in-cooler is broken.instructed to provide and maintain. Remove accumulation of ice build up inside the walk-in-freezer.

Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

Inspector’s note: Observed dish washing facilities not maintained or operated. While running water and draining in middle side of the 3 compartment sink,water with food debris,coming up at left and right compartments of sink and has a split seam at top divider located in the meat cutting room.also,the 3 compartment sink in the basement kitchen prep is not maintained while filling water in middle compartment then released water with food debris is coming back up on the right compartment of the sink. Instructed to detail clean grease trap and drain lines to prevent inadequate disposal of waste water and maintain. Must wash-rinse-sanitize multi-use kitchen equipments and utensils in other operable 3 compartmentn sinks and dishmachines. Serious violation 7-38-030.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean multi-use utensils and kitchen pots/pans must be properly stored and inverted to prevent contamination before use(handles-up).

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

Inspector’s note: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves must be sanded/bleached or replaced.gasket at the basement dairy walk-in-cooler is broken.instructed to provide and maintain. Remove accumulation of ice build up inside the walk-in-freezer.

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

Inspector’s note: The following requires a detail cleaning fan covers inside the walk-in-coolers,sides of hot cooking equipments in basement kitchen food prep area,interior/exterior of dishmachines,shelvings in food prep areas etc.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors along walls and in all corners of basement dry storage areas and in rear of refrigeration units near the deli areas in need for a detail cleaning and provide missing floor drain cover in the meat cutting cold room.

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

Inspector’s note: Missing ceiling tile in produce prep area and walls and ceilings in the basement kitchen food prep area are not clean.also,ventilation covers at ceilings in these areas and hoods above cooking equipments have accumulation of dusts.wall above the mop sink area is in poor repair. Instructed to clean,repair and provide missing ceiling tile and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Missing light shield in the dry/utensil storage near the basement walk-in-cooler.instructed to provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted slight discoloration inside upper compartment of ice machine. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.....also noted dirty shelves inside produce walk in cooler with mold.....noted thick dirt and old food debris between cutting boards by the 3 compartment sink at the produce prep area.instructed to detail clean and maintain.....must clean shelves inside all display produce freezers.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted ice built up inside dairy walk in cooler with mold, noted dirt and food particles along wall base and underneath pallets at the basement produce prep area and through out the dry storage area. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted stained ceiling tiles at the basement prep area and missing pant at the produce prep area. Instructed to clean,repair and replace missing panel....must also clean dusty fans inside all walk in coolers.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted employee washing cutting board at the 3 compartment sink with one of compartment sinks filled with water and used for washing of vegetable (vegetable submerged inside water). Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-005(a)

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

Inspector’s note: Noted slight discoloration inside upper compartment of ice machine. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize.....also noted dirty shelves inside produce walk in cooler with mold.....noted thick dirt and old food debris between cutting boards by the 3 compartment sink at the produce prep area.instructed to detail clean and maintain.....must clean shelves inside all display produce freezers.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted ice built up inside dairy walk in cooler with mold, noted dirt and food particles along wall base and underneath pallets at the basement produce prep area and through out the dry storage area. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted stained ceiling tiles at the basement prep area and missing pant at the produce prep area. Instructed to clean,repair and replace missing panel....must also clean dusty fans inside all walk in coolers.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted leakage at the faucets of basement kitchen 3 compartment sink,first floor 3 compartment sink at the prep and leakage underneath pipping of same. Instructed to repair and maintain.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Noted dirty wash cloths scattered on prep tables. Instructed to store all wash cloths in a sanitizing solution especially when not in use.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted a thick black, brownish substance through out the upper and inner compartment of ice machine dripping onto the ice. Instructed to detail clean,sanitize and maintain. Manager immediately had employees start cleaning the ice machine. Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-005(a)

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

Inspector’s note: Noted rusty shelves inside meat walk in cooler and also noted shelves at same lined with card board boxes. Instructed to clean shelves,repaint with non toxic food grade paint and remove all card board boxes from the shelves and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean all display freezers with frozen entrees at the selling area.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted stained and dirty ceiling tiles with holes and openings at the basement kitchen prep area and meat walk in cooler. Instructed to repair, clean and/or replace and maintain.also noted multiple holes and openings along pipings. Must also repair and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Noted at leaking faucets of 3 compartment sinks. Instructed to repair and maintain. Must also clean all vents at the deli meat display counter and on dairy display cooler

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

Inspector’s note: Replace the floor tiles behind the deli display cooler case and deli prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Several light shields are missing from the fixtures in the meat cutting room. Must provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Food not protected from contamination during preparation. Observed a vacuum packaging machine in the deli prep area and vacuum packaged fish and chicken on the display cooler shelves. No approved haccp program observed on the premises. Management instructed to submit a haccp plan to cdph to vacuum package food. Serious violation 7-38-005a.

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 live fruit flies in the deli prep area and the basement including the salad bar prep area. Approximately 40 live fruit flies were observed in these areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean the dust from the ventilation filters in the deli prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace the floor tiles behind the deli display cooler case and deli prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair the opening in the wall of the deli prep area above the deep fryer.

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

Inspector’s note: Several light shields are missing from the fixtures in the meat cutting room. Must provide.

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean and sanitize the meat slicers, counter top, and prep tables in the deli/bakery area to remove food spills and debris.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors need detail cleaning through out all prep area,kitchens and dish washing areas. Also inside walk in cooler to remove spills and debris.

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

Inspector’s note: Must replace/provide all missing end caps on the light shields at the fresh meat display cooler.

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

Inspector’s note: Some cutting boards at meat/fish section, with deep/dark grooves must be replaced.

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

Inspector’s note: Some cutting boards (at the meat/fish section) with deep, dark grooves must be replaced.

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

Inspector’s note: Interior panel of ice machine & air vents of display units (self-serving stations), must be free of dust/debris.

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

Inspector’s note: All stock/supplies in the basement dry storage areas must be elevated off the floor.

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

Inspector’s note: Walls around the ovens in the meat/deli sections must be kept free of dust or stains.

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

Inspector’s note: Any milk crates used for dry or cold storage racks must be replaced with regular shelvings, for easy access to cleaning & pest monitoring.

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

Inspector’s note: (7-38-020) FOUND SMALL/FRUIT FLY ACTIVITY IN BASEMENT: 21- ON CEILING & PIPES AROUND BOXES OF BANANAS; 8-ON WALLS ABOVE A PREP TABLE; 12-ON BOXES OF PRODUCTS IN STORAGE SHELVES; 9-ON CEILING TILES ABOVE THE SAME PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS & ELIMINATE/MINIMIZE ACTIVITY. ALSO FOUND 16-MICE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS, BEHIND THE VEGE/FRUIT DISPLAY CASE, MUST CLEAN & MONITOR. 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.

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

Inspector’s note: FOLLOWING NEED CLEANING: EXTERIOR OF DISHMACHINES & ATTACHMENTS UNDER THEM, FILTERS AT ALL HOODS OF COOKING EQUIPMENT, DIAPERS UNDER MILK SHELVES, & INTERIOR FLOORS OF FROZEN PIZZA FREEZER. All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.

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

Inspector’s note: FLOORS BEHIND COLD DISPLAY UNITS, AROUND GREASE TRAPS, UNDER MEAT COOLER SHELVES & INSIDE DAIRY COOLER MUST BE KEPT CLEAN. The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.

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

Inspector’s note: ALL WALLS, CEILINGS, PIPES AFFECTED BY INSECT ACTIVITY MUST BE CLEANED/SANITIZED. MISSING CEILING TILES IN BASEMENT PREP AREA MUST BE REPLACED. The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.

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

Inspector’s note: FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES MUST BE ADDRESSED: FAUCET LEAKS AT HANDSINK BY SUSHI STATION, AT FAUCET SPRAYERS OF TWO 3-COMP. SINK, & AT BOTTOM LEVERS OF DELI 3-COMP. SINK. Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.

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

Inspector’s note: ALL MILK OR BREAD CRATES USED FOR STORAGE RACKS IN COLD OR DRY STORAGE AREAS MUST BE REPLACED WITH REGULAR SHELVINGS, FOR EASY ACCESS TO CLEANING & PEST MONITORING. All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.

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

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. OBSERVED THE PRODUCE PREP AREA CUTTING BOARDS STAINED AND SCORED. MUST MAINTAIN A CLEANABLE SURFACE OR REPLACE.

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. DETAIL CLEAN THE PANINI PRESS IN THE DELI AREA, INTERIOR OF HOT HOLDING UNIT IN DELI AREA, STORAGE SHELVES IN BASEMENT KITCHEN.

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. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS OF THE DELI REAR PREP AREA AND WALLS OF PRODUCE PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: The middle compartment of the deli 3 compartment sink does not hold water. Management instructed to repair the lever sink stopper.

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

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR COLD WATER HANDLE AT HAND SINK IN FRESH MEAT PREP AREA.

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. FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS ON SITE. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 15-20 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AND RESTING ON WALLS AND CEILINGS IN WASHROOMS,PREP AREAS, THE SALES FLOOR,ON 2ND FLOOR AND THROUGHOUT BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE INSECTS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.

Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

Inspector’s note: All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health. FOUND DISHWASHING FACILITIES IN POOR REPAIR AND NOT PROPERLY DRAINING. FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DELI PREP AREA BACKING UP WASTE WATER FROM OPEN SITE DRAIN WHEN WATER IS RUNNING IN THE SINK BASIN. MUST REPAIR SO THAT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK PROPERLY DRAINS. SERIOUS CITAION ISSUED 7-38-030.

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 DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR TOP PANELS AND RUBBER GASKETS OF BOTH ICE MACHINES AND REMOVE MOLD AND RUST. DETAIL CLEAN WALLS IN PREP AREAS AND REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP. ALSO DETAIL CLEAN TABLE TOP FRYER IN DELI PREP AREA AND REMOVE EXCESSIVE GREASE BUILD UP.

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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN LIQUOR STORAGE ROOM AND THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND REMOVE BROKEN GLASS AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP.

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

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR COLD WATER HANDLE AT HAND SINK IN FRESH MEAT PREP AREA.

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

Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. REMOVE CLUTTER FROM SIDES OF ICE MACHINES IN BASEMENT AND STORE ALL STOCK ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR.