Sky Lake Chinese Kitchen
108 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60628
Restaurant ZIP 60628 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Apr 27, 2026
Sky Lake Chinese Kitchen was last inspected on April 27, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 6 violations.
Latest inspection
April 27, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
5 general1 paperwork-
GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Found food handlers handling food and not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed to obtain and maintain wearing a hair restraint while in the food prep area.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found the interior and exterior of the large rice container with dirt and stains. Instructed to detail clean and maintain container.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found the interior of the fryers with a thick grease build up on the interior doors. Instructed to clean and maintain fryers.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Found the floors under/around the heavy equipment with dirt and debris. Found the ceiling tiles and vents with dirt/dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain the floors, ceiling tiles and vents.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Found the ventilation filters above the cooking equipment with grease and dirt build up. Instructed to clean and maintain the filters.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Found all the food handler certificates on site expired. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food handler's certificate.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
Inspection history
36 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed spices out of the original packaging and in container without labels. Instructed to label all foods that are out of the original packaging.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: 3-304.14 observed wiping cloths stored on the cutting board. Instructed to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between use.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: 4-603.15 observed clean in place equipment (egg rolling machine) that is too large to be washed rinsed and sanitized in the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide a written procedure on washing rinsing and sanitizing clean in place equipment.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed accumulated grease debris under the wok station. Instructed to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 observed a leak under the rear food prep area hand washing sink. Instructed 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: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the toilet room. Instructed 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: 6-501.12 observed floors with minor accumulated debris in the toilet room and under the wok station. Instructed to clean and sanitize.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 observed the city of chicago food service sanitation manager that is on duty without proof of allergen training. Instructed to meet requirement for all food service sanitation managers.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed multi-use equipment, bowls, containers, slicers, grinders, etc inside washroom. Instructed manager to remove all multi-use equipment from washroom.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on light shields, ceiling vents and ceiling tiles in prep area. Observed food debris and grease buildup on floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean 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 unused articles and equipment in front counter, prep, storage and washroom areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
8 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 over 80 mice droppings scattered on shelves under front counter, near computer equipment, electrical wires, bulk containers, etc. Instructed manager to call an extermintor for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor inside walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor to protect from contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed multi-use equipment, bowls, containers, slicers, grinders, etc inside washroom. Instructed manager to remove all multi-use equipment from washroom.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle inside washroom. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacle and maintain.
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 unused articles and equipment in front counter, prep, storage and washroom areas. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary items to prevent pest harborage.
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 dust buildup on light shields, ceiling vents and ceiling tiles in prep area. Observed food debris and grease buildup on floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food storage containers in need of commodity name on all containers. Instructed to add and maintain.
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: Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor instructed to correct and maintain
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food containers in need of scoop with handle upright instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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 cutting boards in the rear prep area with dark stains. Instructed to refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards and maintain at all times
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: Observed rusted racks on storage tables and under prep tables. Instructed to remove, replace and maintain.
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: All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Food catcher under wok with large amounts of food build up. Instructed to clean and maintain free of food debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
14 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food storage containers in need of commodity name on all containers. Instructed to add and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on shelves under steam table, prep table, on bulk containers and canned goods in dry storage area, on floor under prep table and prep sink in smoothie prep area. Observed over 30 flying insects in front counter, smoothie prep, rear prep, storage and washroom areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed fly strips hanging above hand washing sink, prep sink and ice machine in front smoothie prep area. Instructed manager to remove all fly strips from prep area.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor instructed to correct and maintain
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food containers in need of scoop with handle upright instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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 cutting boards in the rear prep area with dark stains. Instructed to refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards and maintain at all times
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: All rubber gaskets and door tracks in need of cleaning to remove all food debris and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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: Observed rusted racks on storage tables and under prep tables. Instructed to remove, replace and maintain.
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: All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Food catcher under wok with large amounts of food build up. Instructed to clean and maintain free of food debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Interior of all reach in coolers in need of cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no coverd waste receptacle in washroom. Instructed manager to provide and maintain.
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: Floors throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all build and debris under shelves and cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean 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 soiled mop heads improprly stored in washroom. Instructed manager to properly hang mops to prevent insect breeding.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training for certified manager on site. All certified managers required to have allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
11 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food storage containers in need of commodity name on all containers. Instructed to add and maintain.
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: Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor instructed to correct and maintain
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All wiping cloths must be stored in a clean sanitizing solution when not in use. Instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food containers in need of scoop with handle upright instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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 cutting boards in the rear prep area with dark stains. Instructed to refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards and maintain at all times
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: All rubber gaskets and door tracks in need of cleaning to remove all food debris and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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: Observed rusted racks on storage tables and under prep tables. Instructed to remove, replace and maintain.
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: All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Food catcher under wok with large amounts of food build up. Instructed to clean and maintain free of food debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Interior of all reach in coolers in need of cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Toilet room in need of cleaning instructed to detail clean all fixtures and maintain clean.
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: Floors throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all build and debris under shelves and cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
1 critical13 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: No hand soap at rear prep hand sink and no soap in washroom to wash hands. Instructed manager to add soap to both dispensors and maintain 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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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food storage containers in need of commodity name on all containers. Instructed to add and maintain.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 100-120 mouse droppings throughout the entire premises. In the front register area, on storage front shelves, under front handsink area, rear prep area, rear storage area, on storage buckets, and in washroom. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize all areas. Instructed to contact pest control for service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food containers stored on the floor in the walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to properly store and protect food items from contamination while stored by elevating at least six inches from the floor instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All wiping cloths must be stored in a clean sanitizing solution when not in use. Instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: All bulk food containers in need of scoop with handle upright instructed to correct and maintain.
Official wording (code 43)
In-use utensils: properly stored
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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 cutting boards in the rear prep area with dark stains. Instructed to refinish or replace damaged or stained cutting boards and maintain at all times.
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: All rubber gaskets and door tracks in need of cleaning to remove all food debris and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
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: Observed rusted racks on storage tables and under prep tables. Instructed to remove, replace and maintain.
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: All cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Food catcher under wok with large amounts of food build up. Instructed to clean and maintain free of food debris.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Interior of all reach in coolers in need of cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Toilet room in need of cleaning instructed to detail clean all fixtures and maintain clean.
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: Outside waste grease area not maintained at this time. Top and sides of container encrusted with grease. Instructed to detail clean and remove all grease. Clean and maintain. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). Citation issued
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 throughout in need of detail cleaning to remove all build and debris under shelves and cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 general1 paperwork 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 200 small live flies in the front prep area and 80 in the rear. Instructed manager to eliminate small flies, clean all infected areas and recommended contacting pest control for assistance. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observe employees in the food prep area, handling food and not wearing a hair restraint. Instructed manager for him and the other employees to wear a hair restraint while in the food prep area. Maintain same.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the storage racks inside the walk in and prep coolers with food and dirt. Instructed manager to clean and maintain all.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the ceiling tiles and vents throughout with dirt/dust build up. Floor drains and floors in all corners and under/around all heavy equipment and storage racks with food, dirt, grease and debris build up. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain vents, ceiling tiles, floor drains and floors throughout.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment with excessive grease, dirt and dust build up. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain ventilation hood and filters.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Observed core violations from report #2556598 dated 06/01/2022 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed manager to correct and maintain the following: #10. Observed no hand washing sign at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees. #39. Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all items six inches off floor. #41. Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solutiong between uses. #45. Observed single service articles stored in washroom. Instructed manager to remove. Single service articles may not be stored in toilet rooms. #47. Observed rust deposits on interior surfaces of coolers, and exterior surfaces of prep tables and shelving units. Instructed manager to repair. #49.observed food debris on…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed the certified food manager on site with no allergen training certificate. Instructed him to obtain and maintain allergen training certificate.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
1 critical7 general1 paperwork 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 hand washing sign at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler. Instructed manager to elevate all items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solutiong between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles stored in washroom. Instructed manager to remove. Single service articles may not be stored in toilet rooms.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & 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: Observed rust deposits on interior surfaces of coolers, and exterior surfaces of prep tables and shelving units. Instructed manager to repair.
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: Observed food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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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 food debris and spills under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid food handler training for employees. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical9 general1 paperwork 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 hand washing sign at rear hand washing sink. Instructed manager to provide hand washing signs at all hand washing sinks used by employees.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed soiled wiping cloths stored on prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solutiong between uses.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed multi-use equipment, strainers, fryer cabinets stored in washroom. Instructed manager to remove. Clean multi-use utensils and equipment may not be stored in toilet rooms.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles stored in washroom. Instructed manager to remove. Single service articles may not be stored in toilet rooms.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & 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: Observed rust deposits on interior surfaces of coolers, and exterior surfaces of prep tables and shelving units. Instructed manager to repair.
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: Observed cardboard used as liner on shelving units. Instructed manager to remove. Shelving shall be non-absorbent, smooth and easily cleanable.
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: Observed food debris on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, shelving units, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaking drainpipe under hand washing sink in washroom. 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 food debris and spills under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid food handler training for employees. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed exterior of ice machine not maintained. Instructed to clean/ maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaks at the base of the faucet fixtures at the 3 comp sink. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the following area to remove spills and debris: around the ice machine in the front and inside the walk in freezer.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters and hood above the cooking equipment to remove grease and debris.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Complaint · Pass
5 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the front of the ice machine dirty. Must clean to remove sticky substance.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leaks at the base of the faucet fixtures at the 3 comp sink. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning in the following area to remove spills and debris: around the ice machine in the front and inside the walk in freezer.
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 clean the wall behind the front smoothie station to remove debris.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the filters and hood above the cooking equipment to remove grease and debris.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
6 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 the rear interior door in poor repair at the bottom. Must repair and maintain to prevent entry point for pest with outer door is open.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed the exterior of the bulk storage container dirty. Must clean and maintain. Also clean dry storage shelving to remove debris and/or spills.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning inside the walk in cooler in the corner. Also clean floors around cooking equipment and dry storage area under shelving to remove spills and debris.
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: Noted a water stained ceiling tile in the wash room and dirty light shield. Must replace and/or clean.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a dusty vent cover above the cooking line. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed a missing light shield in the prep area. Must replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
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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 for employees. Instructed the person in charge to provide. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No employee procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide with all necessary items in policy including dispoable gloves , face mask, disposable mop and appropriate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed prepared cooked foods held more than 24 hours in cooler with no date marking, ( battered chicken, egg rolls crab ragoon, cooked meats). Instructed to identify product,provide date prepared and discard date. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: : observed foods container not labeled with common name in prep area and large dry storage bins. Instructed to install
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed shelf liners on dry storage shelves and lower shelf under prep table by 3- compartment sink not clean. Instructed to clean/ maintain
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed all expired food handlers training for employee. Must provide current food handlers 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 (pic) has no allergen training/ instructed that all manager with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergen training
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
3 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
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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 for employees. Instructed the person in charge to provide. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No employee procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide with all necessary items in policy including dispoable gloves , face mask, disposable mop and appropriate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed prepared cooked foods held more than 24 hours in cooler with no date marking, ( battered chicken, egg rolls crab ragoon, cooked meats). Instructed to identify product,provide date prepared and discard date. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed foods container not labeled with common name in prep area and large dry storage bins. Instructed to install
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed shelf liners on dry storage shelves and lower shelf under prep table by 3- compartment sink not clean. Instructed to clean/ maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed all expired food handlers training for employee. Must provide current food handlers 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 (pic) has no allergen training/ instructed that all manager with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergen training
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
4 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations
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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 for employees. Instructed the person in charge to provide. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: No employee procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide with all necessary items in policy including dispoable gloves , face mask, disposable mop and appropriate sanitizer to kill the norovirus. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper cold temperatures of (tcs) foods inside prep cooler. Approx 3-lbs of cooked chicken at 47.5f, 3lbs of cooked beef at 46.8f. Instructed to maintain cold tcs foods at 41.of or below. Foods removed and discarded by (pic)-cos at cost approx $15.00.priority violation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed prepared cooked foods held more than 24 hours in cooler with no date marking, ( battered chicken, egg rolls crab ragoon, cooked meats). Instructed to identify product,provide date prepared and discard date. Priority foundation.
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: No metal stem food temperature measuring device for taking food temperatures. Instructed to provide. Priority foundation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 36)
Thermometers provided & accurate
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed foods container not labeled with common name in prep area and large dry storage bins. Instructed to install.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed shelf liners on dry storage shelves and lower shelf under prep table by 3- compartment sink not clean. Instructed to clean/ maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside grease storage receptacle not maintained, encrusted with grease on top lid and lower area of container. Instructed to clean/maintain. Priority foundation issued 7-38-020(b)
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed all expired food handlers training for employee. Must provide current food handlers 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 (pic) has no allergen training/ instructed that all manager with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sanitizing rinse for equipment and utensils: clean, proper temperature, concentration, exposure time
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler washing multi-use plastic containers used for food storage in left compartment of 3-compartment sink with no sanitizer and 3-compartment sink not set up. Instructed manager to properly wash, rinse, and sanitize food equipment and utensils. 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: Replace all stained ceiling tiles in washroom. Clean all ceiling vents in prep area(dust buildup).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Observed empty soy sauce containers and lids, foil pans and trays stored on shelving unit in washroom. Instructed manager to remove all multi-use food equipment and single service articles from washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in inside walk-in cooler and rear prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed several soiled wash cloths on prep table, instructed manager to properly store wash cloths in sanitizing solution.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
3 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: Shelf liners inside walk in cooler not clean of debris.must clean/maintain. Also interior of ice machine has slight build-up.must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Cold water handle on left faucet of 3- comp sink in poor repair(hard to open). Must repair.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found empty soy sauce buckets stored inside washroom foor.must remove from inside washroom.
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Pass
Short Form Complaint · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Observed white soy sauce buckets used for other food storage, not labeled,(sugar water for smoothies, salt). Must label buckets. Also preped meats not labeled in walk in freezer.must nstall ladels.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Can opener blade on prep table not clean. Also food pans not clean inside walk in cooler. Must clean.
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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: Floors not clean of debris, dead insects under storage units and hot water tank in washroom.must clean.
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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: Wall around mop sink in washroom not clean.must clean
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lights in ceiling of prep area not shielded.must install
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Found empty soy sauce buckets stored inside washroom foor.must remove from inside washroom.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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: Can opener blade on prep table not clean. Also food pans not clean inside walk in cooler. Must clean.
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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: Wall around mop sink in washroom not clean.must clean.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Lights in ceiling of prep area not shielded.must install.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Observed food handler touching soiled washcloth, wiping down prep table, then touching egg rolls without washing hands between tasks. Same food handler washed hands in middle compartment of 3-compartment sink with no soap, wiping hands on soiled apron and touching ready to eat cooked rice with bare hands. Instructed manager to monitor employee hand washing. Hands must be washed between tasks in an exposed sink with warm running water, soap, and dried in a sanitary manner. Washing hands in a utensil washing sink is prohibited. Critical violation 7-38-010a
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of ice machine, prep tables, coolers, freezers, cooking equipment.
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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: Replace stained ceiling tiles in washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shield in front prep area and damaged light shield near rear door.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in prep and storage areas. Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths in sanitizing solution at the proper ppm.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 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: Clean and sanitize interior surfaces and parts inside ice machine, interior of fryer cabinets,coolers, freezers, exterior of cooking equipment, prep tables, and holding units.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all stock off floor in prep, storage, and walk-in freezer areas.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
4 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: Remove rust from shelving units inside the walk-in cooler in prep area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove and clean bottom compartments of deep fryers of grease build-up. Instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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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: Floors need cleaning in rear of premises near shelving units and in the prep area along wall base and corners.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide adequate lighting inside the washroom area
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow
Inspector’s note: Found the rear exposed hand washing sink clogged, water is not draining at all. Instructed to have sink repaired so that it properly drains. Critical violation 7-38-030
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Found the front exposed handwashing sink not accessible. There was a large plastic container inside of the sink. Instructed to always have all exposed hand washing sinks accessible for proper hand washing. Critical violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove rust from shelving units inside the walk-in cooler in prep area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove and clean bottom compartments of deep fryers of grease build-up. Instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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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: Floors need cleaning in rear of premises near shelving units and in the prep area along wall base and corners.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide adequate lighting inside the washroom area
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Conditional
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago certified food manager on site while serving potentially hazardous foods (i.e. Beef, pork, chicken, etc.) instructed to have one on site at all times during the hours of operation. Serious violation 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove rust from shelving units inside the walk-in cooler in prep area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove and clean bottom compartments of deep fryers of grease build-up. Instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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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: Floors need cleaning in rear of premises near shelving units and in the prep area along wall base and corners.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide adequate lighting inside the washroom area
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from inspection repport#1387501 date 05-29-2014(32)remove some rust from meatal shelving units in rear of premises(33)clean interior of light shield covers in prep area and clean interior panel of ice machine at front service area,instructed to correct violations,serious violation 7-42 -090
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove rust from shelving units inside the walk-in cooler in prep area
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the filters above the stove and clean bottom compartments of deep fryers of grease build-up,instructed to clean and maintain equipment
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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: Floors need cleaning in rear of premises near shelving units and in the prep area,along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must provide adequate lighting inside the washroom area
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
4 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served,such as rice and chicken,serious violation 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Must label bulk food container in rear of premises near shelving unit
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Remove some rust from metal shelving units nin rear of premises
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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 interior of light shield covers in prep area and clean interior panel of the ice machine at front service area
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Elevate all stock off floor in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucets on 1-compartment and 3-compartment sinks.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, properly designed and installed
Inspector’s note: Rear hand sink not maintained drainpipe leaking heavily. Instructed manager to repair hand sink for proper hand washing. Serious violation 7-38-030 citation issued.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace missing light shield in prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucets on 3-comp and 1-comp sinks. Remove plumbers putty around drain inside front exposed sink.
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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 hair restraints.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
9 general Show violations
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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 20-30 mice droppings on floor in northeast corner and shelves along north wall in washroom, several flying insects in smoothie prep area. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020 citation issued.
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty when cooked rice 165.2f and gravy 150.9f prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012 citation issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all sinks, cooking equipment, prep tables, ice machine, coolers, freezers.
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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 all floor drains. Elevate all stock and food equipment off floor. Floors need cleaning along walls and in all corners in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace damaged light shield in prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucets on 3-comp and 1-comp sinks.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store mop head upright to prevent insect breeding. Remove unused equipment in washroom to prevent pest harborage.
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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 hair restraints.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored
Inspector’s note: Store wash cloths and ice scoop in sanitizing solution.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service
Inspector’s note: Found potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures. Found approximately 6lbs of cooked rice,cooked egg rolls and cooked orange chicken in prep area at improper temperatures ranging between 66.0 degrees f and 130.1 degrees f. Must maintain potentially hazardous foods at 40 degrees f and below or 140 degrees f and above. Critical citation issued 7-38-005a.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Must properly store and label all food items not in their original containers. (may not use grocery bags)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must replace rusty can opener in rear prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean prep tables and toilet and washbowl in washroom. Must clean light shields above the prep area and remove dust build up.
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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 detail clean floors under cookline,under sinks,under shelves and along walls throughout premises. Must also clean floors in washroom.
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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 detail clean walls throughout prep and dishwashing areas. Replace stained ceiling tiles in washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Must repair broken self closing device at the washroom door.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must repair slow drain at rear exposed hand sink.
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 6 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.