Subway
7901 S Yates Blvd, Chicago, IL 60617
Restaurant ZIP 60617 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Aug 11, 2026
Subway was last inspected on August 11, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
August 11, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical2 general-
CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11 observed stained cutting board at the front food prep area. Instructed to replace.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 a male food handler not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed chemical stored on the floor in the rear. Instructed to elevate.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
25 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Last cutting board on prep table in need of replacing. Worn with deep cuts. Instructed manager to replace and maintain
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Toilet rooms in need of detail cleaning and maintaining. Instructed to correct and maintain
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Debris on ground around container in need of removal. Instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors in walk in freezer and cooler in need of cleaning to remove debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on bottom right corner of front entrance door. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacles in washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
9 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package (squeeze bottles and shakers)
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a splash guard in between 1- compartment sink and prep table.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn ,pitted and soiled cutting boards on prep line.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace door closure on walk in cooler is in poor repair,worn door gasket on walk in cooler.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from lower shelf of hot & cold holding units,lower cabinet of soda machine in lobby,walk in cooler shelving units & prep table.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed lid on floor grease trap underneath 3- compartment sink not tight fitting must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up from floor in walk in cooler.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace hole in floor tile near floor grease trap underneath 3- compartment sink,stained ceiling tiles in lobby area,broken windows in lobby area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed default beverage offered on kids menu the chocolate milk is 140 calories needs to be 130 calories or less.
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Must provide food allergen training for all food managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed ice build up inside of the walk in freezer. Must defrost and clean.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed two door reach-in cooler behind front counter not maintaining proper temperature air amibient reading 56.0f. Instructed manager to repair cooler and maintain 41f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Priority foundation 7-38-005. No citation reissued
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers in the mini refrigerator. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all coolers units.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed hand sink in the employee toliet room not accessible. The toliet room is cluttered with chairs, tables, and other items. Instructed that sink must be accessible and maintained at all times. Priority foundation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood temperature
Hot food was held below a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed the following food not meeting require temperature of 135f degrees or above in the designated hot-holding unit: meat balls at 129.3f. Manager immediately and voluntarily disposed of 1 lbs of products worth $20.00 through denaturing process. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 21)
Proper hot holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed two door reach-in cooler behind front counter not maintaining proper temperature air amibient reading 56.0f. Instructed manager to repair cooler and maintain 41f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Priority citation issued 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no thermometers in the mini refrigerator. Instructed to provide conspicuous and easily readable thermometers inside all coolers units.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed a slow drain at the front hand sink in the food prep area. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical5 general3 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide in a verifiable manner employee responsibiltiy to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed ready to eat leaf spinach 57f and shredded lettuce 49.8f stored at improper temperature in reach-in cooler. Instructed manager to discard. Priority citation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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GeneralFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed reach-in cooler behind front counter not maintaining proper temperature 56.9f. Instructed manager to repair cooler and maintain 41f or below. Cooler is tagged held for inspection and must not be used until reinspected by chicago department of health. Priority citation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking faucet and loose base on hand washing sink in front prep area. Instructed manager to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in washroom. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter(tables, chairs) in employee washroom. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items, organize, and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed mop head not properly stored in rear storage area. Instructed manager to properly hang mop head to prevent insect breeding.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food(sandwiches, soup, salad) prepared and served. A chicago food sanitation manager must be site at valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training available. All employees must provide food handler training.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training available. All certified managers must provide allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no proper handwashing signage at the two handsinks in the prep area. Current signage reads "all employees must wash hands before leaving restroom." instructed to provide general handwashing signs.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed public washroom in need of cleaning. Instructed to increase cleaning frequency and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed washroom vent with dust buildup. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no handwashing signs located in the toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) observed no thermometer located inside of the 2 door prep cooler. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.13 observed minor accumulated dirt debris under shelves located in the rear. Instructed to clean.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floor drain at three comp sink and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Clean interior of utility sink in rear of kitchen and maintain.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors in the rear of premises,underneath shelving unit,along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must clean walls near the mop sink of dirt,instructed to clean and maintain area
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Must clean floors in the rear of premises,underneath shelving unit,along wall base and corners
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must clean the counter top and inside the cadinet where the self server pop is displayed.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Noted floor dirty in corner in the rear storage area and inside the walk in cooler and freezer. Must clean to remove debris. Also clean floor drain in the rear.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Noted water stain ceiling tiles in the dining area. Must replace and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted leaky pipes underneath the 3 comp sink. Also noted water in the cabinet underneath the pop machine. Must find source of leaks and repair and maintain.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: The exposed handsink in rear dishwashing/prep area is in poor repair ,the hot water handle is stripped,when the water is turned on at sink you have to use a screw driver to turn water off water want ,turn off by itself when turned on,instructed to correct violation,critical violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer inside the reach-inncooler in front prep area
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean debris from light shields throughout.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exposed handsink in front food prep area not properly maintained, sink not draining(stopped up). Must repair. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean debris from light shields throughout
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all articles stored in extra washroom 6 inches off floor. When not in use store mop upright to air dry to prevent insect breeding.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical3 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Facilities to maintain proper temperature
Inspector’s note: 2-door reach-in cooler in front food prep area not maintaining adequate temperature, air temp recorded at 45.6f. Unit must be capable of maintaining an internal temperature of 40 degrees or below when used as a cold storage unit for potentially hazardous foods. Instructed to remove all potentially hazardous foods from unit and adjust thermostat to reach required temperature or have unit serviced. Critical 7-38-005(a).
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Pastrami-45.6f, cooked and fried eggs-45.8f- these products must be maintained at 40 degrees or below during storage. Product voluntarily discarded. Critical 7-38-005(a).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean counters in front food prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean debris from light shields throughout.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace blown light inside walk-in freezer.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: clean floors of debris and must organize all storage and rugs off floors in unused washroom.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.ELEVATE STORAGE IN UNUSED WASHROOM OFF FLOORS.
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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. 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.LEAKY PIPE CONNECTION UNDER WASHBOWL IN UNUSED WAHROOM USED FOR STORAGE.MUST REPAIR.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. OBSERVED THE FRONT FLOOR NOT CLEAN BEHIND EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST RECAULK AROUND THE REAR EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINK. MUST PROVIDE A DIVIDER/PARTITIONER TO SEPARATE 1-COMP. SINK FROM PREP TABLE IN REAR. MUST REMOVE POP CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SHELVING TO REAR STORAGE AND WALK-IN COOLER.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN CORNERS IN REAR.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REPLACE ALL WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN DINING AREA AND THROUGHOUT AS NEEDED.
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