Pass

Baked Cheese Haus

1816-1820 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Restaurant ZIP 60640 Risk 2 (Medium)

Passed · as of Apr 13, 2026

Baked Cheese Haus was last inspected on April 13, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.

Latest inspection

April 13, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general
  • GeneralFood temperature

    Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

    Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometer inside of reach-in freezer at the front entrance where deli meat is stored.

    Official wording (code 36)

    Thermometers provided & accurate

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Observed a leak from from the pipe underneath handwashing sink in the prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to repair and maintain.

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspection history

31 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed water leak (small hole) from faucet neck at the 3 compartment sink in rear prep/dishwashing area. Instructed to fix.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to repair broken self closing device at employee washroom (by the kitchen).

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors along the walls and in all corners throughout basement storage area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Certified food manager without an allergen training certificate. Instructed management, any person with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate to comply with allergen training certification.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  2. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 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: Instructed to remove cardboard liner on storage racks inside walk-in cooler and paper liner on racks in rear storage 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: Instructed to defrost interior of (3) chest freezer with heavy ice build-up.

      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 detail clean and maintain interior surfaces of 2 door reach-in cooler (next to stove) in prep/cooking area.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors along the walls and in all corners in front dining area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handling employees without a food handler certificate. Management instructed that all food handling employees must show proof of training

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean, repaint or replace rusty metal racks inside the walk-in cooler.

      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 and maintain (green) storage racks with white mold like build up inside walk-in cooler.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed missing and damaged ceiling panels throughout the facility. ---also observed damaged floor tiles in the employee toilet room and in the front deli area. Instructed the person in charge to repair ceiling panels and floor tiles and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust and dirt on floors throughout the establishment. Instructed the person in charge to detail clean floors and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment throughout the rear prep area. Instructed the person in charge to remove unused equipment to prevent potential pest hrborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) noted no employee health policy on-site at the time of inspection following the new code and guidelines. Instructed to have verification of policy for each employee on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-012(a). No citation was issued today

      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 found no procedure/plan and kit for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop and maintain a procedure/plan and to maintain any appropriate supplies on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 additional food handler training certificate is required on-site; also remove expired certificates.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy/training on-site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on-site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation was 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: Found no procedure/plan and kit for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop and maintain a procedure/plan and to maintain any appropriate supplies on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Waste pipe above white chest freezers in the basement must be encased or relocate said freezers. Surface must be smooth cleanable and non-absorbent surface

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from 11-25-2020, report #2457046 #51)5-204.12 no backflow prevention device provided at east ice machine water line, at prep/kitchen area. Must install so backflow prevention device may be located to be serviced and maintain. #55) 6-201.11 found walls at basement dry storage areas with exposed brick walls. Must cover to make smooth and easy to clean. (drywall etc.) priority foundation violation:7-42-090, no citation issued

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Additional food handler training certificate is required on-site; also remove expired certificates.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found no backflow prevention devices at espresso and drip coffee machine. Must provide where they can be located and serviced.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found walls at basement dry storage areas with exposed brick walls. Must cover to make smooth and esy to clean.(drywall etc.)

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-501.11-establishment has some of the items needed for vomit and diarrhea clean up kit and procedure. Instructed to provide all of the necessary items needed as outlined in policy. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. 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: 6-301.14-observed no handwashing signs at public bathroom and in employee bathroom. Instructed 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: 3-501.17-observed prep date labels being used on food items. Instructed tcs foods held longer than 24 hours must have the use by date labeled on the food item along with the prep date held no longer than 7 days. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-602.13-observed fryers in kitchen prep with grease inside. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17- no lid on trash cans in both public and employee bathrooms. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  9. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Establishment has some of the items needed for vomit and diarrhea clean up kit and procedure. Instructed to provide all of the necessary items needed as outlined in policy. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. 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: Observed no handwashing signs at public bathroom and in employee bathroom. Instructed 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: Observed prep date labels being used on food items. Instructed tcs foods held longer than 24 hours must have the use by date labeled on the food item along with the prep date held no longer than 7 days. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed packaged frozen pizza, bread and cakes not properly labeled. Instructed to properly label with business name, address, net quantity, ingridients and major allergens.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed scooper in still water in plastic container. Instructed to have utensils run continiously under water.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed fryers in kitchen prep with grease inside. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: No lid on trash cans in both public and employee bathrooms. 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: Previous core not corrected from previous inspection report #2243515 on 12/13/18. #47- 4-202.16 noted missing lid/cover for the ice bin (using food tray for ice bin cover)at the front prep area. Instructed to provide a cover/lid for the ice bin. #47- 4-201.11 noted torn rubber gasket inside 2 door refrigeration unit at the kitchen prep. Instructed to detail repair and maintain and/or replace. Also noted rusty shelves inside the walk in cooler. Instructed to detail clean repaint with non toxic food grade paint and/or replace. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  10. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    3 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) noted no employee health policy on site at the time of inspection following the new code and guidelines. Instructed to have verification of policy for each employee one on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-012(a). No citation issued today

      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: Management unable to provide a procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea.instructed to have one including the chemicals needed. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 noted establishment serving undercooked food items (hamburgers, eggs) with no consumer advisory, disclosure or reminders to the customers. Instructed to have a consumer advisory on the menu with a disclosure notice and reminder statement. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued today.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-202.16 noted missing lid/cover for the ice bin (using food tray for ice bin cover)at the front prep area. Instructed to provide a cover/lid for the ice bin.

      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: 4-201.11 noted torn rubber gasket inside 2 door refrigeration unit at the kitchen prep. Instructed to detail repair and maintain and/or replace. Also noted rusty shelves inside the walk in cooler. Instructed to detail clean repaint with non toxic food grade paint and/or replace -

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 noted the following:- -floors along wall base and underneath equipment with dirt, grease and food debris and inside the mop sink room. Multiple holes and openings on ceiling along piping at the kitchen prep area. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors especially where mice droppings were found. Must also seal and maintain holes and openings

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 critical10 general Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.14(n) noted no employee health policy on site at the time of inspection following the new code and guidelines. Instructed to have verification of policy for each employee one on site at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-012(a). No citation issued today

      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 management unable to provide a procedure for for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea.instructed to have one including the chemicals needed. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-302.11 noted and raw eggs stored inside the same container with cheese (ready to eat) inside the service prep cooler refrigeration at the kitchen areas. Instructed to always store cooked and ready to eat foods above the uncooked (raw) foods. Food must also be covered and protected. Priority violation #7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 15)

      Food separated and protected

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 noted establishment serving undercooked food items (hamburgers, eggs) with no consumer advisory, disclosure or reminders to the customers. Instructed to have a consumer advisory on the menu with a disclosure notice and reminder statement. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued today.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 noted over 75 mice droppings on floor, shelves and along wall base at the front prep area, electrical/utility room and basement food/dry storage area. Also note over 12 flying insects on walls at the front prep areas. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize affected areas. Recommended to consult with pest control company. Must eliminate the pest problem upon re-inspection. Priority foundation #7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 noted employee with long beards and no beard guard. Instructed to wear beard guard at all times when preparing food

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 noted torn rubber gasket inside 2 door refrigeration unit at the kitchen prep. Instructed to detail repair and maintain and/or replace. Also noted rusty shelves inside the walk in cooler. Instructed to detail clean repaint with non toxic food grade paint and/or replace

      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: 4-202.16 noted missing lid/cover for the ice bin (using food tray for ice bin cover)at the front prep area. Instructed to provide a cover/lid for the ice bin.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.110 noted outside grease container and surrounding not maintained with thick grease on the ground around the grease container and on top of container. Instructed to detail clean and maintain grease container and its surrounding. Priority foundation #7-38-020(b).

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 noted heavy clutter throughout establishment on shelves, floors throughout the basement food/dry storage area. Instructed to detail clean, organize and remove all unnecessary or unused articles and equipment to prevent hiding places for pest.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 noted the following:- -floors along wall base and underneath equipment with dirt, grease and food debris and inside the mop sink room. Multiple holes and openings on ceiling along piping at the kitchen prep area. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors especially where mice droppings were found. Must also seal and maintain holes and openings.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-201.17(a) noted dirty and heavy dust ceiling fans throughout the prep areas and inside the walk in cooler. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-305.11 noted employee belongings on shelves at the dry storage area with food items. Instructed to provide a designated area for employees to store their belongings.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.11 noted basement food/dry storage area with minimal lighting. Instructed to provide additional lighting at the basement storage.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  12. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  13. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

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

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

      Inspector’s note: #35- must seal all holes, openings in walls at all food prep areas. Must make walls smooth and cleanable. Specifically the brick wall at the front food prep. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All prepackaged prepared foods for sale on display must also include the business address on the label.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must not store to go food containers on the floor of the food prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following found dirty with food debris: interior of the cooks line coolers (2), interior of the tall reach-in freezer, exterior of all cooks line equipment, exterior of the tall reach-in cooler in rear, wall mounted fry slicer, kitchen exposed hand washing sink, interior of the ice machine. Must clean and maintain all. Must not use tape as a means of repair inside the ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors throughout entire establishment with dirt, grease, food debris, under all cooking equipment, walk-in cooler, dish wash area, rear storage, chemical storage, rear exit door storage. Must clean and maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing and damaged baseboard coving in the following areas: in the employee washroom, at the three compartment sink, at the rear clean pot/pan storage shelving. Water damaged ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen, rear and dish area. Must replace and maintain all. Black mold on the wall and metal back splash at the three compartment sink. Grease on ceiling vent above the rear clean dish storage. Must clean and maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: : extremely loose faucet at the coffee prep exposed hand sink. Ventilation in the customer washroom not operational. Must repair all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide an internal thermometer for the right side cooks line cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All stored items throughout the rear exit storage shelving must be elevated from the floors, all unnecessary items removed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hat/hair restraint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler certificates for all required employees. Must provide.

  14. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    1 critical15 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Kitchen prep exposed hand sink not maintained. No hot water available at sink. Cold water only. Must provide hot and cold running water at kitchen prep exposed hand sink. No paper towels or soap available at the front coffee prep exposed hand sink. No soap available at the front food prep hand sink. Management provided soap and towels. Critical violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed foods not protected during storage. Observed six cases of raw eggs being stored on the top shelving throughout the walk-in cooler over all other foods such as raw fresh vegetable, ready to eat desserts, prepared ready to eat salads such as potato salad. Instructed to reorganize walk-in cooler and store all foods protected from contamination. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observe piled food boxes with some food debris, old tire, piled dead potted plants, plastic container with pooling liquid, old linens on grounds and other assorted unused articles throughout the outside garbage area. Instructed to remove all boxes, debris and stored unused items from garbage area to prevent rodent harboring. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager during the second half of the inspection while potentially hazardous foods were being prepared and served. Certified managers shift ended and left the premises. Instructed a city of chicago certified food manager must be on site at all times foods are prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from 7-7-17 not corrected. #32- must not use milk crates as shelving throughout the facility. Interior of the front prep areas wooden cabinets found dirty. Must clean and seal or paint to be smooth and cleanable. #35- must seal all holes, openings in walls at all food prep areas. Must make walls smooth and cleanable. Specifically the brick wall at the front food prep. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All prepackaged prepared foods for sale on display must also include the business address on the label.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must not store to go food containers on the floor of the food prep area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must install a splash guard on the right side of the coffee prep exposed hand sink between sink and stored utensils, espresso machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following found dirty with food debris: interior of the cooks line coolers (2), interior of the tall reach-in freezer, exterior of all cooks line equipment, exterior of the tall reach-in cooler in rear, wall mounted fry slicer, kitchen exposed hand washing sink, interior of the ice machine. Must clean and maintain all. Must not use tape as a means of repair inside the ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Floors throughout entire establishment with dirt, grease, food debris, under all cooking equipment, walk-in cooler, dish wash area, rear storage, chemical storage, rear exit door storage. Must clean and maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing and damaged baseboard coving in the following areas: in the employee washroom, at the three compartment sink, at the rear clean pot/pan storage shelving. Water damaged ceiling tiles throughout the kitchen, rear and dish area. Must replace and maintain all. Black mold on the wall and metal back splash at the three compartment sink. Grease on ceiling vent above the rear clean dish storage. Must clean and maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Extremely loose faucet at the coffee prep exposed hand sink. Ventilation in the customer washroom not operational. Must repair all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide an internal thermometer for the right side cooks line cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All stored items throughout the rear exit storage shelving must be elevated from the floors, all unnecessary items removed.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All food handlers must wear hat/hair restraint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler certificates for all required employees. Must provide.

  15. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation from 6-29-17 report #2069349 found not corrected.#29- #34-observed floors not clean in the following areas floors in the walk in cooler and basement. Instructed to detail clean all and maintain.#35- observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area. Must replace. Management corrected during the inspection. Critical violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must not use milk crates as shelving throughout the facility. Interior of the front prep areas wooden cabinets found dirty. Must clean and seal or paint to be smooth and cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Excessive dust on the fan guards inside the walk-in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must seal all holes, openings in walls at all food prep areas. Must make walls smooth and cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All prep wiping cloths must be held in a clean container with a sanitizing solution.

  16. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 critical12 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Facilities unable to maintain proper temperatures. Found customer display cooler to be at an improper temperature of 52.9 with milk at 53.6f. Cooler tagged held for inspection and must not use until repaired and maintains a temperature of 40f. Or below, cdph contacted for re-inspection and tag removal. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following foods found held at improper temperatures in the above mentioned cooler and in the deli display cooler. Milk at 53.6f, eggs at 54.9f, sausage at 49.8f, tuna salad at 47.1f, chicken salad at 47.1f, pasta salad at 45.9f, potato salad at 45f, meat loaf at 45.3f, broccoli salad at 61.2f. Deli display cooler found with an ambient temperature of 40.3f. All foods discarded. Total estimated pounds to 128lbs with an estimated value to be $545.00. Critical violation 7-38-005(a).

    • 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 coffee prep exposed hand sink not accessible, maintained as a hand sink and no soap or paper towels. Sink observed being used as a prep/slop sink. Glass washer brushes inside. Waste water drain piping from espresso machine draining into sink. Employees noted using the sink for rinsing of coffee utensils. Instructed to use the designated hand washing sink for hand washing purposes only. Soap and towels provided. Critical violation. 7-38-030.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following foods found not protected during storage. Observed black slime substance inside ice machines upper water reservoir where ice for human consumption is made. Black slime on ice contact surfaces and inside of ice storage bin. Instructed to remove all black slime, clean and sanitize all interior areas of the machine. Also observed raw chicken and raw beef being stored on upper shelving of the cooks line cooler directly next to ready to eat sauces and spreads and stored over prepared foods underneath. Management removed raw meats. Also observed chips and salsa samples on display in the attached retail store not protected/covered from public contamination. Management discarded. Also observed waste water sewage piping directly over frozen foods box freezers throughout the basement. Instructed to move freezers. Serious violation 7-38-005(a).

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area found not clean with excessive grease spilled on top of grease receptacle, assorted debris laying on the grounds surrounding garbage containers including a car tire, wooden shelving, buckets, plastic milk crates and food debris. Overgrown weeds on surrounding grounds as well. Instructed to remove all garbage, debris, overgrown weeds, spilled grease and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations from report #1970237 dated 10-25-16. #34-observed floors not clean in the following areas; front and rear prep areas. Floors in the walk in cooler and freezer and basement. Instructed to detail clean all and maintain.#35- observed stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area. Must replace. #41- observed entire basement with excessive clutter. Instructed to organize. Elevate items 6" off floor to prevent rodent harboring and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must not use milk crates as shelving throughout the facility. Floors under shelving must be accessible for cleaning and monitoring. Must not use a bungy cord, duct tape , cardboard boxes as equipment latches, shielding, liner, means of repair for any equipment or plumbing, labeling for shelving. All food and non-food surfaces and attached equipment must be smooth and cleanable. Must not use soiled towels as props for prep table legs throughout kitchen. Interior of the front prep areas wooden cabinets found dirty. Must clean and seal or paint to be smooth and cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The following equipment found dirty. Must clean all and maintain: interior of the kitchen exposed hand sink, wall mounted fry slicer with encrusted food debris, exterior of the basement grease trap, excessive dust on the fan guards inside the walk-in cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Damaged, cracked and missing floor tiles throughout the kitchen and dish area. Must replace/repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must seal all holes and open seams/walls at the kitchen exposed hand sink, at the three compartment sink. Moldy wall caulking at the three compartment sink. Must replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inoperable/broken ventilation in the employee washroom. Must repair/replace.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide internal thermometer in the kitchen tall reach-in cooler and the front coffee station small dairy cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Outdoor bbq grill must be removed from the rear patio or moved to the above tenants living space. All clutter and unused buckets and milk crates removed from the patio. All items stored at the rear exit door next to the metal rack shelving must be elevated from the floor ^" or above.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All prep wiping cloths must be held in a clean container with a sanitizing solution.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: No proof of food handler training for all required employees. Must provide.

  17. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation not corrected from report # 1966745 dated 10/18/16.#16-observed ice machine in rear with black slime like substance on the interior panel, likely contamination. Instructed to discard ice. Discontinue use of machine until panel is detail cleaned and maintained. Critical violation 7-42-090. Technician from avital cleaning company, arrived on site to clean and sanitize the ice maker during inspection. Interior panel of the ice maker is now cleaned and sanitized.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Upgraded to critical.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken door gasket on the walk in cooler in the kitchen. Instructed to repair and maitain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed floors not clean in the following areas; front and rear prep areas. Floors in the walk in cooler and freezer and basement. Instructed to detail 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 stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area. Also, walls in rear prep are not clean and have peeling paint. Instructed to repair or place tiles, paint walls and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed entire basement with excessive clutter. Instructed to organize. Elevate items 6" off floor to prevent rodent harborage and maintain

  18. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice machine in rear with black slime like substance on the interior panel, likely contamination. Instructed to discard ice. Discontinue use of machine until panel is detail cleaned and maintained. Serious violation 7-38-005(a)

    • 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 approximately 50 live small flies in the rear prep area around the rear exit door, in the prep area on vegetables on the walls and ceilings in the rear prep area. Instructed to remove flies. Also, found 15 rodent droppings in the same area, near the rear exit door in the corner, 10 rodent droppings found in corners of wine room also. Remove droppings. Clean and sanitize the affected areas. Contact pest control for service and maintain. Serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site during the inspection, while potentially hazardous foods, deli meat, chicken, hamburger, etc., are being prepared or served. Instructed to have a city of chicago certified manager on site at all times when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012

    • 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 site. Was instructed at last inspection dated 8/20/2015 to provide strips on site. Still non compliant. Serious violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed broken door gasket on the walk in cooler in the kitchen. Instructed to repair and maitain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed contact surfaces in front, rear, and deli prep areas not clean. Mounted knife rack in deli area not clean. Interior surfaces in the reach freezer on south wall not clean. Interior surfaces of all prep cooler not clean. Instructed to 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: Observed floors not clean in the following areas; front and rear prep areas. Floors in the walk in cooler and freezer and basement. Instructed to detail 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 stained ceiling tiles throughout the rear prep area. Also, walls in rear prep are not clean and have peeling paint. Instructed to repair or place tiles, paint walls and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Linen: clean and soiled properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed soiled linens being stored improperly. Instructed to store in sanitizer bucket while not in use, to prevent cross contamination and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed entire basement with excessive clutter. Instructed to organize. Elevate items 6" off floor to prevent rodent harborage and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Information provided.

  19. 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: Found a light fixture on the ceiling in the walk-in cooler with no bulb and loose wires hanging. Instructed to replace the bulb and seal the wires or remove the fixture completely.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean and maintain the mini refrigerator where the milk is stored to remove splatter and buildup and also the potato peeler to remove old food debris buildup.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Found spiders and cob-webs on the ceiling near the east exit door and also the front exit door on the winery side of establishment. Instructed to detail 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: Water damaged ceiling tiles near the east exit door in the rear. Must replace damaged ceiling tiles and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a leak under the 3rd compartment of the 3-compartment sink dripping into a bucket. Instructed to seal the leak under the 3-compartment sink and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All ceiling vents and registers on premises are soiled with dust debris buildup. Must detail clean and maintain.

  20. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Unable to check basement floor due to excessive stock,and other materials are stored on floor throughout the basement.must elevate items need 6"off the floor.floor must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Broke cement floor in basement by the staircase and in front of chest freezers unable to clean. Instructed to repair with a smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent surface

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Missing ceiling tiles above the dish machine,north-east corner.some of the ceiling tiles are extremely stained or broken in prep area,also broken ceiling tiles around the vent inside the customer's washroom, instructed to replace said ceiling tiles.also wall under the three compartment sink and dish machine must be cleaned or replaced. Bricks by the exposed hand sink not sealed a white moist is covering the brick which is flacking on touch.must reseal said bricks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: : basement is extremely cluttered,instructed to remove what is not needed,reorganize area

  21. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed condenser unit releasing lot of condensation water dripping on shelves forming puddles of water by opened,wrapped and unopened ready to eat food products,inside the display serving cooler. Food removed from under the condenser unit,instructed to repair unit. Serious violation:7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Unable to check basement floor due to excessive stock,and other materials are stored on floor throughout the basement.must elevate items need 6"off the floor.floor must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Broke cement floor in basement by the staircase and in front of chest freezers unable to clean. Instructed to repair with a smooth, cleanable and non-absorbent surface

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: . Missing ceiling tiles above the dish machine,north-east corner.some of the ceiling tiles are extremely stained or broken in prep area,also broken ceiling tiles around the vent inside the customer's washroom, instructed to replace said ceiling tiles.also wall under the three compartment sink and dish machine must be cleaned or replaced. Bricks by the exposed hand sink not sealed a white moist is covering the brick which is flacking on touch.must reseal said bricks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Basement is extremely cluttered,instructed to remove what is not needed,reorganize area

  22. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Food not protected during storage. Interior of ice machine with an accumulation of pink and black slime top part and bottom part of inside of ice bin.observed broken rubber gasket at upper panel of the unit,instructed to replace .also found chest freezer with food inside, stored under the rusty waste water pipe in basement area. Instructed to clean,sanitize and maintain ice machine. Relocate chest freezer from under the waste water pipe in basement. Serious violation:7-38-005(a)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Two door reach-in chest freezer not maintained.over stocked,disorganized.instructed to reorganize unit able to use fifo(first in first out method)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Debris,food and water on floor throughout the premises,specially dish room.instructed to clean,keep area dry and maintain unable to check basement floor due to excessive stock,and other materials are stored on floor throughout the basement.must elevate items need 6"off the floor.floor must be smooth,cleanable and non-absorbent material

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Walls under the three compartment sink and dish room with black mold,broken,peeling paint instructed to clean and maintain area. Missing ceiling tiles above the dish machine,north-east corner.some of the ceiling tiles are extremely stained or broken in prep area,also broken ceiling tiles around the vent inside the customer's washroom, instructed to replace said ceiling tiles.also wall under the three compartment sink and dish machine must be cleaned or replaced. Bricks by the exposed hand sink not sealed a white moist is covering the brick which is flacking on touch.must reseal said bricks.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Water pipe and drain of middle compartment sink are leaking,instructed to repair.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Basement is extremely cluttered,instructed to remove what is not needed.,reorganize area

  23. Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

  24. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • 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. OBSERVED LIME BUILD UP INSIDE ICE MACHINE. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN 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: Observed food/dirt build up on floor in prep/storage areas under and around shelf racks and along walls. Must detail clean floor and interior of floor drains throughout.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food debris on walls in prep area and diswash area also observed one ceiling tile damaged above main area. Must clean and maintain all unclean walls and replace damaged ceiling tile.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Basement cluttered. Must elevate all items 6" off floor or remove items to prevent potential pest harborage.

  25. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  26. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical10 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.//OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPS,CORN BEEF,TUNA,YOGURT,HUMMUS TEMPED AT 46.7F-49.0F, MGMT VOLUNTEERED TO PROPERLY DISCARD FOOD ITEMS.$195.00,30LBS

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Source of cross contamination controlled i.e. Cutting boards, food handlers, utensils, etc

      Inspector’s note: All food shall be protected from contamination and the elements, and so shall all food equipment, containers, utensils, food contact surfaces and devices, and vehicles.//OBSERVED BLACK MOLD INSIDE ICE MACHINE WERE ICE IS MADE & STOREDPLACE HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG ON MACHINE, INSTRUCTED MGMT NOT TO USE MACHINE UNTIL REINSPECTED BY DEPT. OF HEALTH/FAX LETTER TO 312-746-424-/CALL 312-746-8030 TO REMOVE TAG.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: The licensee shall inform the public in writing of the Chicago Department of Public Health?s Consumer Advisory relating to consuming raw and undercooked animal products.//NEED NAMES DATES ON FOOD ITEMS IN STORAGE & ON DISPLAY

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use.//MUST INVERT PLATES IN FRONT PREP AREA

    • 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 REPLACE ALL STAIN & PITTED CUTTING BOARDS IN PREP AREA./NEED LIDS ON ALL GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA WHEN NOT IN USE.

    • 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.//SOME SHELVES IN REACH IN ,WALK IN COOLERS DRY STORAGE NEED CLEANING.

    • 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.//FLOORS UNDER AROUND STOCK & EQUIPMENT NEED CLEANING/MUST REMOVE MILK CRATES OFF PREMISES USED FOR STORAGE SHILVES.

    • 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 REPLACE ALL STAIN CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN,DINNING & PREP AREA.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.//MUST HAVE LIGHT SHIELDS ON ALL LIGHTS OVER FOOD PREP & 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 PLACE GRILL UNDER HOOD VENTED OUT IN KITCHEN AREA

    • 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.//CLEANING AREA IN BASEMENT AREA OF UNNECESSARY ARTICLES

    • 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.//NEED HAIR RETRAINTS ON ALL FOOD HANDLERS IN FOOD PREP AREA.

  27. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  28. Fail

    Consultation · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391213

    • 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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391213

    • 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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT # 391213

    • 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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391213

    • 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.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391213

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters.//VIOLATION REMAINING SEE REPORT #391213

  29. Fail

    License · Fail

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous food shall have adequate refrigerated food storage facilities. FOUND IMPROPER TEMP OF REACH IN COOLER IN THE KITCHEN AREA, AIR TEMP 55.2F THIS IS WERE POTENTIALLY HAZARD FOODS ARE STORED

    • 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. FOUND POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMP SOUR CREAM 55.0F,BRUSH ETTA 55.F,PASTA SALAD 57.7F MANGER HAD DAMPED TOTAL COST 75.00 5LBS.

    • 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. ALL FOOD ITEMS NEEDS TO BE LABLE THUR OUT THE PREMISES AND DRY STORAGE AREA.

    • 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. CUTTING BOARD IN KITCHEN OPEN SEAMS,ALL CABINETS ARE NOT SEAL(RAW WOOD), NEEDS STOPPER FOR ALL THE SINKS IN FOOD AREA,PREP AREA.

    • 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. ICE MACHINE NEED CLEANING,SHELVES IN METRO SHELVES, NEEDS CLEANING VENT COVER BY THE WALK IN COOLER, AND BATHROOM VENT NEED CLEANING.NEEDS STOPPERS FOR ALL 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. STAIR LEADING TO BASEMENT NEED TO BE SEALED ALL RAW WOOD. FLOOR NEED DETAIL CLEANING IN BST AREA EVERY THING NEEDS TO BE ELEVATED OFF THE FLOOR

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. ALL BATHROOMS NEEDS TO BE SELF CLOSING

  30. Fail

    License-Task Force · Fail

    No violations

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