No Entry

Honky Tonk Barbeque

1800 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608

Restaurant ZIP 60608 Risk 1 (High)

No Entry · as of Aug 31, 2026

Honky Tonk Barbeque was last inspected on August 31, 2026 with a result of “No Entry”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

August 31, 2026 · Non-Inspection

No Entry

Result: No Entry

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

27 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no ambient air thermometer inside the hot holding unit in the front service area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed bulk dry ingredient containers not labeled under table with hot holding units in the rear prep area. Instructed to label food items not in original package and maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the floor under the dishwashing machine with slight debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  2. No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

  3. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-402.12: observed the a small opening in the crevices of the lower wall/floor behind the bulk dry ingredients. Instructed to seal 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: 4-601.11(b): observed the lids on the bulk dry ingredient containers with debris and one lid was cracked. Also found grease build up on the shelf under the grill. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): observed on the electrical boxes on the walls near the fire extinguisher stored by the cooking equipment with build up of debris. Also found a build up of debris on the top of the dishwashing machine unit. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: found no allergen training certificate for the certified food manager on site. Instructed to take allergen course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  4. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Observed high temperature dishwashing machine (not in use at this time) reaching proper final rinse temperature. Found the final rinse temperature at 175f on final rinse gauage and 125f on the irreversible thermometer disk. Instructed to repair and maintain. Unit tagged and may not be used until tag is removed. Please review comments fot tag removal. Dishwashing machine was converted to chemical, advised not to use hot water. Priority violation 7-38-025, no 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 two live roaches and 3 big flies. Found the roach activity in the lower crevices behind the bulk dry ingredient containers in the rear food prep area. The big flies were observed throughout the rear prep/service area. Instructed to eliminate live roach and fly activity and recommend contacting pest control. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a), citation issued

      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 the a small opening in the crevices of the lower wall/floor behind the bulk dry ingredients. Instructed to seal 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 the lids on the bulk dry ingredient containers with debris and one lid was cracked. Also found grease build up on the shelf under the grill. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed on the electrical boxes on the walls near the fire extinguisher stored by the cooking equipment with build up of debris. Also found a build up of debris on the top of the dishwashing machine unit. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Upon entry, i observed no certified food manager on site, while open and operating. Instructed a certified food manager must be on site at all times while open and operating. Manager arrived on site before the conclusion of the inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012, citation issued

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Found no allergen training certificate for the certified food manager on site. Instructed to take allergen course and maintain records on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: 4-501.112(a:1&2) observed the high-temperature dish machine not properly sanitizing at 180f; at the time of the inspection, the facility was not sanitizing any equipment or utensils in the high-temperature dish machine and was washing, rinsing, and sanitizing at the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to repair so that the high-temperature dish machine is properly sanitized at 180f at all times. The manager switched the dish machine to low temperature, and by the end of the inspection, the dish machine was properly sanitized at 100 chlorine. Priority violation. No citation issued 7-38-025.

      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: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 20 live small flies by the hand washing sink in the bar area. Instructed to eliminate live insect activity, clean and sanitize affected areas, and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.115 observed the high-temperature dish machine gauges in poor repair and not measuring the hot water temperatures for the wash and rinse cycles. Instructed to repair. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed dirt debris in various areas of the floor in the food prep area. Instructed to clean under the 3-compartment sink and high-temperature dish machine, under and around all cooking equipment and refrigeration units.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  8. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    3 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing cleanser at handwashing sink located at bar. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with hand cleaning liquid at all times. Instructed manager to provide. 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 hand drying provision at handwashing sink located at front bar. All handwashing sinks must be equipped with a hand drying provision at all times. Instructed manager to provide.corrected on site. Priority foundation. 7-38-030(c), citation consolidated with above violation.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Found an excessive amount of black mold like substance on the food contact surface of the ice machine. Ice is used for human consumption. Must 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: Found approx. 30 - 40 small flies throughout facility. Noted flies at bar above handwashing sink, in all dining areas and in food prep area. Instructed manager to minimize fly activity. Recommended contacting pest control. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a). Citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Found 1/8 inch gap under front dine in entry door. Must provide closed tight fitting doors at all times.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found sprayer drain pipe leaking. Must repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle inside of unisex employee toilet room and unisex customer toilet room. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Found continued non- compliance from inspection report #2563362 conducted on 9/8/22. The following previous core violations were not corrected: 2-102.13 observed not all managers with an allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirement. 6-202.15 observed side entrance door not tight fitting with a 1/4 inch gap at the far left bottom corner and far left top corner of said door. Instructed to make said door tight fitting. Instructed manager to comply . Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed side entrance door not tight fitting with a 1/4 inch gap at the far left bottom corner and far left top corner of said door. Instructed to make said door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed not all managers with an allergen training certificate. Instructed to meet requirement.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. No Entry

    Non-Inspection · No Entry

    No violations

  11. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    No violations

  12. No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed rusty walk-in cooler storage racks, instructed to remove the rust, and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no alergen training on premises at this time, instructed to provide for all managers with a city of chicago sanitation certificate.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  14. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    7 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods (raw eggs) placed above ready to eat food (butter and sour cream)in the walk in cooler. Instructed to not store foods that are potentially hazardous above ready to eat foods. Serious violation #7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no valid city of chicago food manager certificate posted on site or visible/accessible to inspector. Certificates presented were expired and no evidence of a current food sanitation course enrollment was shown. Instructed to provide and post a valid certificate. Serious violation #7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice machines in the equipment storage area, bar area, and coffee area in need of cleaning. Instructed to remove ice and clean. Observed beverage reach in cooler in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean. Observed food splatter and dust buildup inside the cabinets located in behind the bar. Instructed to clean.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed boxes on the ground in the equipment storage area and basement. Instructed to properly store boxes and elevate 6 inches from the ground. Observed food splatter on floor underneath 3-compartment sink in bar area. Instructed to clean and maintain at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing light shields for 2 lighting units in the kitchen area. Instructed to provide. Observed missing light in the equipment storage area. Instructed to provide.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Remove foul odors in back storage/locker room area for employees. Instructed to provide access to ventilation. Observed handsink in kitchen area slowly draining. Instructed to remove items from sink that may cause slow draining.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed mop still in mop sink. Instructed to properly store cleaning equipment when not in use by elevating and mounting. Observed clutter in the basement equipment storage area and in back cabinets behind the bar. Instructed to remove.

  15. No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed wall coving in poor repair thru out food prep area. Observed cracks and crevices above 2 compartment sink. Instructed to properly seal all areas and maintain. Observed accumulated dust on the vent fan located above the side door and accumulated dust on the walls above the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean all and maintain.

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed minor dirt debris on the floor behind the bar area. Observed minor food debris in the food prep area along the walls and in all corners. Instructed to clean all 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 a hole in the wall in the basement. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no adequate lighting in the walk in freezer located in the food prep area. Instructed to provide and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed equipment stored on the floor of the basement and containers stored on the floor of the walk in cooler. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches and maintain.

  18. 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: Defrost interior of prep freezer.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean interior of ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in basement boiler room area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair ventilation fan in women washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in walk-in cooler, walk-in freezer, and storage areas. Remove unused equipment in basement to prevent pest harborage. Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Store ice scoop properly in bar area(handle up or sanitary container).

  19. Pass

    Complaint · 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: Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles must be properly stored,inverted to prevent contamination before use.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      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 and raw wooden shelvings must be sealed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean and maintain the walls near the cooking equipments so they are smooth and sanitary from top to bottom and seal openings around plumbing/electrical pipes where noted to manager.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: (2)lights fixtures at ceiling in the kitchen area must be shielded or provide shatter-proof lighting.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food handlers must have hair restraints when working around open food.

  20. No Entry

    Complaint · No Entry

    No violations

  21. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Need to defrost and clean both small box freezers. Clean interior of bar coolers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor under rear smokers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean walls behind smoker.

  22. Pass

    Short Form Complaint · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: corrected.

  23. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: 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 OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 2 & 3 COMP SINKS.

  24. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    8 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 NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW,FRONT & SIDE DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK & RODENT PROOF DOOR.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.

    • 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 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER.MUST PROVIDE SINK STOPPERS FOR BAR 3- COMP SINK.

    • 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 ROLLING CART,FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN COOLER,WINDOW SILLS.DELIME DISH 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 ALONG WALL BASES IN PREP AREA & BASEMENT.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA,HOLE IN FLOOR NEAR STOVE &SHELVING UNITS.

    • 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 LOOSE WALL BASE NEXT TO WALK IN FREEZER,DAMAGED WALL BEHIND SMOKER & MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN MEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST SEAL LOWER WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.MUST CLEAN CEILING IN WALK IN COOLER.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 2 & 3 COMP SINKS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST ELEVATE MASSIVE AMOUNT OF ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BASEMENT.

  25. Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation partially corrected. Remaining portion: repair screen at rear exit screen door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation partially corrected. Remaining portion: repair cracked floor tiles by cooking stove and prep storage rack in kitchen. Seal opening on floor in kitchen by ventilation hood.

    • 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. SEAL OPENING AT WALL AND CEILING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. CAULK WALL BASE AT DINING AREA AND AT LIQUOR STORAGE WALK-IN UNIT. CLEAN VENT COVER IN WOMEN TOILET ROOM. SEAL HOLE IN WALL UNDER DISHMACHINE (JAN. 7, 2011)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation partially corrected. Remaining portion: repair leaks at handles of two compartment sink and provide dipper well with cold running water for hand dipped ice cream scoops. Replace cap at utility sink faucet for backflow device (jan. 7, 2011).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Violation partially corrected. Remaining portion: remove unused items from behind walk-in cooler in kitchen.

  26. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    8 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Provide storage racks and shelves for stock items-remove milk crates from being used to store items. Remove cardboard lining from bar coolers. Defrost reach-in freezers and bar chest freezer. Repair screen at rear exit screen door.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean under chest freezer at bar, around storage unit in basement, behind and interior of ice machine, and take out area side of counter and behind small holding unit.

    • 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. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILES BY COOKING STOVE AND PREP STORAGE RACK IN KITCHEN. SEAL OPENING ON FLOOR IN KITCHEN BY VENTILATION HOOD. REMOVE CIGARETTE BUTTS FROM BASEMENT FLOOR.

    • 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. SEAL OPENING AT WALL AND CEILING IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. CAULK WALL BASE AT DINING AREA AND AT LIQUOR STORAGE WALK-IN UNIT. CLEAN VENT COVER IN WOMEN TOILET ROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace light bulbs not working in kitchen next above.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaks at faucet and handles at two compartment sink and provide dipper well with cold running water for hand dipped ice cream scoops.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Provide internal thermometer in dairy refrigerator.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AROUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA AND STAIRS TO REMOVE SPILLS/STAINS. REMOVE UNUSED ITEMS FROM BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER, ORGANIZE CLUTTERED STORAGE SECTION IN BASEMENT TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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