Which Wich
108 N State St, Chicago, IL 60602
Restaurant ZIP 60602 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 23, 2026
Which Wich was last inspected on June 23, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.
Latest inspection
June 23, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
No violationsNo violations were recorded at this inspection.
Inspection history
34 inspections on record
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't have a certified food managers certificate.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(cos)certified food manager arrived on site.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs ready to eat foods stored inside of coolers such as 2.5lbs. Sliced tomato-50.5f.1lbs. Green leafy spinach-55.4f.2lbs. Shreeded lettuce-53.2f-54.7f.1lbs. Sliced avocado-52.5f.1lbs.crab meat-45.7f.1.25lbs. Cooked onions-48.2f-48.9f.3lbs. Sliced turkey dated 6/20-48.3f.3lbs. Sliced ham dated 6/15-46.9f.2lbs. Steak-46.4f-46.5f.2lbs.sliced turkey,roast beef & ham dated 6/20-46.0f.1lbs. Capicola- dated 6/20-46.8f.2lbs. Roast beef- dated6/15-47.5f.5lbs.sliced chicken-dated 6/15-45.5f-49.5f.2lbs. Sliced pepperoni dated 6/20-46.5f-47.3f.1lbs. Sliced salami-48.8f.1lbs. Vegetarian patties-48.4f.1lb-meatballs-50.2f.1lbs. Sliced gyros-51.0f.product was discarded by pic.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.appx.32.25lbs.$450.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)
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 improper temperatures of both 3- door prep coolers on prep line at 49.4f and 48.4f.with tcs foods stored inside for consumption. A held for inspection tag has been placed on units. Once repaired email:food@cityofchicago.org.must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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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 with common name(shakers,etc).
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean standing water inside of both 3- door prep coolers on prep line ,debris build up from walk in cooler shelving units and interior panel of ice machine.
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: Must remove condensation drain line of air conditioner from far left compartment of 4- compartment sink to an open site floor drain to prevent cross contamination.
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: Must repair or replace missing ceiling tiles in rear prep/dish washing area.must remove tape from along bottom of wall base tiles at walk in cooler & freezer to be good repair .
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2633483 4/2/26 not corrected.#47-4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gaskets on walk in freezer & 3- door prep cooler far left one.#47-4-501.12 : must repair or replace worn and deep grooves on cutting boards on topsides of both prep coolers on front serving line.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (turkey,sliced tomato,leafy green spinach,) must be on site at all times.manager arrived on site at 12:30 p.m.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(cos)(citation issued)
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
2 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: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gaskets on walk in freezer & 3- door prep cooler far left one.
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: 4-501.12 : must repair or replace worn and deep grooves on cutting boards on topsides of both prep coolers on front serving line.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical11 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperatures of tcs ready to eat foods such as 5lbs.-tuna-45.5f.6lbs. Turkey-45.0f-56.5f..5lbs-grilled onions-53.6f.1lbs. Crab-45.3f.3lbs. Sliced tomato-52.0f-52.5f.1lbs. Shreeded lettuce-45.5f.2lbs. Capricola-48.2f.2lbs.sliced salami-48.5f. 1lbs.meatballs-60.8f.1lbs. Pork-63.6f. Stored in both 3- door prep coolers on front serving line. Product was discarded by manager.must have cold holding foods at 41.0f or below.appx.22.5lbs.$115.(priority 7-38-005)(cos)(citation issued)
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 improper temperatures of both 3- door prep coolers on front serving line at 47.3f and 52.2f with tcs foods stored inside. A held for inspection tag has been placed on units. Once repaired email:food@cityofchicago.org.must have cold holding units at 41.0f or below.(priority 7-38-005)(citation issued)(cos)
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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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 with common name (shakers,squeeze bottles,etc)
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: Observed soiled wiping cloths on cutting boards must store in a sanitizing solution when not in use.
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: Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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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 door gaskets on walk in freezer & 3- door prep cooler far left one.
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 remove rust from walk in cooler shelving units.must apply a sealant or paint raw wood overhead shelf above soda caddy in rear prep area corner.
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 worn and deep grooves on cutting boards on topsides of both prep coolers on front serving line.
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 both prep coolers on front serving line.
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: Must clean food debris build up from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises .
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 or discard unused unclean equipment on shelving units in rear storage area.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from report #2627326 11/19/25 not corrected-#55-6-501.11: observed missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area, near utility sink and three compartment sink. Instructed to replace all missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area. Observed missing grout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units. Instructed to smoothly regrout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units for ease of cleanability. Observed damaged floor tiles below doors of walk in cooler and walk in freezer.instructed to smoothly repair damaged floor tiles below walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors for ease of cleanability.#56-6-501.14: observed dust buildup on ceiling vent cover near utility sink. Instructed to clean ceiling vent cover near utility sink and maintain. Observed dust on interior of hood…
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers training for employees must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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PaperworkFood handling
The inspection summary report wasn’t posted for the public.
Inspector’s note: Observed no previous summary report displayed and visible for public to view a new summary will be posted at this time.(priority foundation 7-42-010(b)(citation issued)(cos)
Official wording (code 61)
Summary report displayed and visible to the public
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed water leaking from sprayer at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair sprayer at three compartment sink.
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: 6-501.11: observed missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area, near utility sink and three compartment sink. Instructed to replace all missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area. Observed missing grout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units. Instructed to smoothly regrout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units for ease of cleanability. Observed damaged floor tiles below doors of walk in cooler and walk in freezer.instructed to smoothly repair damaged floor tiles below walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors for ease of cleanability.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust buildup on ceiling vent cover near utility sink. Instructed to clean ceiling vent cover near utility sink and maintain. Observed dust on interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven. Instructed to clean interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11: observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: no proof of allergen awareness training provided for employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed water leaking from sprayer at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair sprayer at three compartment sink.
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: 6-501.11: observed missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area, near utility sink and three compartment sink. Instructed to replace all missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area. Observed missing grout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units. Instructed to smoothly regrout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units for ease of cleanability. Observed damaged floor tiles below doors of walk in cooler and walk in freezer.instructed to smoothly repair damaged floor tiles below walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors for ease of cleanability.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust buildup on ceiling vent cover near utility sink. Instructed to clean ceiling vent cover near utility sink and maintain. Observed dust on interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven. Instructed to clean interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: no proof of allergen awareness training provided for employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed water leaking from sprayer at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair sprayer at three compartment sink.
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: 6-501.11: observed missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area, near utility sink and three compartment sink. Instructed to replace all missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area. Observed missing grout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units. Instructed to smoothly regrout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units for ease of cleanability. Observed damaged floor tiles below doors of walk in cooler and walk in freezer.instructed to smoothly repair damaged floor tiles below walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors for ease of cleanability.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust buildup on ceiling vent cover near utility sink. Instructed to clean ceiling vent cover near utility sink and maintain. Observed dust on interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven. Instructed to clean interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: no proof of allergen awareness training provided for employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed cold tcs foods, held at improper temperatures ranging between 46.2-66.9f. Observed cold tcs foods, spinach(51.4-66.9f), milk(53.4f), hummus(56.8f), tzatziki sauce contains milk(56.8f),ham(47.5-64.6f), beef(51.6-62.6f), pepperoni(55.4-60.6f), turkey(53.1f), black bean burger(60.6f), chicken(46.2f), capicola(59.4f), carmelized onions(51.4f), cheese(51.1-66.7f), egg mix(59.2f), pork meatballs(65.8f), sliced tomatoes(50.4f), shredded lettuce(51.4f) and pork(64.0f) held at improper temperature. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $110 weighing 40lbs. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued.
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalFood temperature
Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.
Inspector’s note: Observed two cold holding units in facility at improper ambient temperatures ranging between 52.7-59.0f. Observed improper ambient temperatures ranging between 52.7-59.0f for two small three door cold holding units in front prep area. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tags placed on one small three door cold holding unit in front prep area. Corrected before conclusion of inspection observed small three door cold holding unit on left in front prep area repaired before conclusion of inspection, observed proper ambient temperature of 40.1f after repair. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued
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 water leaking from sprayer at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair sprayer at three compartment sink.
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: Observed missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area, near utility sink and three compartment sink. Instructed to replace all missing ceiling tiles in rear prep area. Observed missing grout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units. Instructed to smoothly regrout in between floor tiles in front prep area in front of both small three door cold holding units for ease of cleanability. Observed damaged floor tiles below doors of walk in cooler and walk in freezer.instructed to smoothly repair damaged floor tiles below walk in cooler and walk in freezer doors for ease of cleanability.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on ceiling vent cover near utility sink. Instructed to clean ceiling vent cover near utility sink and maintain. Observed dust on interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven. Instructed to clean interior of hood in front prep area above sandwich oven.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: No proof of allergen awareness training provided for employee with city of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Instructed to provide proof of allergen training for all employees with city of chicago food service sanitation certificates.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: The person in charge at the time of inspection does not have a city of chicago food manager certificate. Instructed management that the person in charge must have a valid city of chicago food manager certificate.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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GeneralFood handling
In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed scoops used for shakes being stored in stagnant water well. Instructed to store utensils in running water. Pic turned on running water.
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 damaged/torn gaskets on the inside of prep cooler in front of kitchen entry door. Instructed to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on the premises while tcs foods (sandwiches, fries, shakes) were being prepared and served. Instructed management that a city of chicago certified food manager must be present at all times while tcs foods are being prepared or 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
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed expired allergen training for city of chicago food manager. Instructed to re-certify and complete allergen training course and keep certificate on site.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 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: 6-501.111 observed evidence of live pest activity on site. Observed about 40 live small flies flying around the rear food prep area and on the walls and ceilings and also on dry storage boxes located in the rear and front food prep areas. Instructed to eliminate live small flies activity, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for a service. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-402.13 observed the rear 4 compartment sink not properly draining with wastewater/sewage backing up into 3 out of 4 compartments of the 4 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and never allow wastewater/sewage back up at any sinks at any time. Priority violation 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 critical5 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 observed the person in charge (at the beginning of the inspection) without a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certficate. Instructed all persons in charge must obtain a city of chicago food service sanitation manager's certificate and be on site at all times the facility is open and operating. Priority foundation. Citation issued under violation #2.
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.
Inspector’s note: 2-301.14 observed a food handler collecting payments (money) and then proceed to put on gloves to handle food without washing hands in between tasks. Instructed to always wash hands after each task and never put on gloves without washing hands to handle any foods directly after handling money. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-010.
Official wording (code 8)
Hands clean & properly washed
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 6-301.12 observed no hand drying provision at the hand washing sink located next to the 4 compartment sink in the rear dish washing area. Instructed to provide a hand drying provision such as paper towels at all hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(a) observed a black substance on the ice machine panel directly touching ice that is for human consumption. Instructed to clean and sanitize. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e) observed a stained cutting board with deep dark grooves attached to the prep coolers at the front food prep area. Instructed to remove stains or replace cutting boards.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.
Inspector’s note: 5-402.13 observed the front food prep area hand washing sink and the rear 4 compartment sink not properly draining with wastewater/sewage backing up into the compartment of said hand washing sink and wastewater/sewage backing up in 3 out of 4 compartments of the 4 compartment sink. Instructed to repair and never allow wastewater/sewage back up at any sinks at any time. Priority violation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 52)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 2-402.11 observed a food handler wearing a hair restraint without hair properly restrained. Instructed to always properly restrain hair at all times.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed walls with accumulated dirt debris and standing water under the 4 compartment sink. Instructed to remove dirt debris on the walls and never allow water to accumulated and remain on the floor under the 4 compartment sink.
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: 5-204.12 unable to locate the back flow prevention device on the ice machine. Instructed to locate.
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: 6-501.12 observed accumulated dirt debris on the floor throughout the entire food prep areas, under the 4 compartment sink in the rear, under the prep coolers in the front food prep area and under all storage shelves. Instructed to clean all.
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: 6-501.114 observed items stored directly on the ground (cases of soda) in the rear dry storage area. Instructed to elevate everything at least 6 inches from the ground and maintain.
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: 2-101.11 observed no city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site while facility is handling, prepping and serving tcs foods (deli meat) to the public. Instructed a city of chicago food service sanitation manager must be on site at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-012.
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: 2-102.13 observed a female food handler without proof of food handler training. Instructed to meet requirement for all food handlers.
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 or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Inadequate lighting in walk-in cooler and freezer. Instructed to provide.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e) found a minimal amount of black mold like substance in ice machine. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 found no proof of food handler training on site. Instructed manager to provide proof of food handler training for all food handlers.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical1 general2 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Founa a minimal amount of black mold like substance in ice mavhine. Instructed manager to clean, sanitize, and maintain.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.
Inspector’s note: FOUND NO HOT WATER ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 73.5 F - 75 F LOCATED IN FRONT AND REAR PREP. FOUND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WATER TEMPERATURE AT 98.2F. HOT WATER GENERATION AND DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS SHALL BE SUFFICIENT TO MEET THE PEAK HOT WATER DEMANDS THROUGHOUT THE RETAIL FOOD ESTABLISHMENT. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(c).CITATION ISSUED.
Official wording (code 50)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
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CriticalFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Found handwashing sink located in front food preperation area profusely leaking from drain pipe. Observed bucket filled with water and drain pipe submerged in said water. A plumbing system must be maintained and repaired according to law. Instructed to repair and maintain. Water tank serviced at time of inspection.priority violation.7-38-030(c). Citation issued
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Found the following previous core violation not corrected by correct by date from inspection report# 2252448: observed no food manager with allergen training. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Instructed manager to comply. Priority foundation violation.7-42-090 citation issued.
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago food service sanitation manager on site while time/temperature control for safety foods (crab, turkey, and beef) are being prepared and served to the public. A valid city of chicago food service sanitation manager and certificate must be on site at all times while tcs foods are prepared and served to the public. Priority foundation violation. 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: Found no proof of food handler training on site. Instructed manager to provide proof of food handler training for all food handlers.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general1 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/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-010. No citation issued
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: Observed no procedure/plan for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed facility to develop and maintain a procedure/plan and to maintain any appropriate supplies on site. Priority foundation violation #7-38-005. No citation issued.
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed grease buildup on sandwich toaster oven. Instructed to degrease, clean and sanitize.
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 food debris and spills on the floors and surfaces throughout the facility. Instructed to detail clean under all shelving units, interior of walk in cooler, hot-holding units, and prep tables to remove spills, food debris, dirt buildup and/or grease. Must maintain at all times.
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 food manager with allergen training. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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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: Front hand wash sink not clean, food debris noted, instructed not to use the hand sink for other than hands washing.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Missing thermometer in dairy cooler, instructed to install.
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Conditional
Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 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 city of chicago certified food manager on the premises while potentially hazardous foods (ham, egg, cheese, sliced tomatoes, etc) are being prepared and served. Instructed to provide a city of chicago certified food manager on the premises while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles
Inspector’s note: Observed ice cream scoops stored in a dipper well that is not turned on and single service forks stored improperly. Instructed to turn on the dipper well and store the single service forks with the handle 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: Observed the floor under the coolers and counters in the front prep area with accumulated debris and food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain the floors.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Observed the floor under the equipment inside of the front prep area and the floor inside of the walk in freezer with food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain the floors.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed the wet mop stored on the floor in the rear prep area. Instructed to store all wet mops hanging or inverted.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Observed a food handler with no hair restraint. Instructed to provide and maintain hair restraints while handling food.
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Conditional
Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions
3 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: No certified, food sarvice mgr on site no certificate posted while handling and serving potentially hazardous foods. Serious citation issued 7-38-012.
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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 report # #1419039 dated 6-3-15 for violation #45 instructed to provide all food staff members with their illinois food handler's certificate at all times. Must provide above stated document for the next routine inspection. Instructed mgr to correct violation within given time frame serious citation issued 7-42-090
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints while preparing sandwiches, instructed to wear.
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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: Non food contact surfaces of ice machine(exterior)not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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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 that had excess ice build up under shelving in walk in freezer, shall remove excess ice build up, clean floor.
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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: Exhaust ceiling vents in rear kitchen prep area not clean, need detailed cleaning.
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Cutting boards that had deep cuts in kitchen prep area shall be replaced. Reach in cooler door gaskets that were damaged(broken), shall be replaced/repaired.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Walk in cooler shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices). Reach in cooler shelving not clean, need cleaning(detailed). Rear kitchen storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
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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 in walk in cooler under shelving/racks not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners), floors under heavy equipment, storage shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(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: Ceiling tiles in prep area not clean, need cleaning(detailed).
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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: Instructed to clean and sanitize the interior panel of the ice machine to remove whitish calcium looking substance.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Instructed to provide all food staff members with their illinois food handler's certificate at all times. Must provide above stated document for the next routine inspection.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Live pottery plant stored close to ice maker, instructed to keep away from any food or utensils.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Appropriate method of handling of food (ice) hair restraints and clean apparel worn
Inspector’s note: Food handlers not wearing hair restraints in kitchen, instructed to have all wear proper hair restraints.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: DURING INSPECTION FOUND PREVIOUS MINORS NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT #1110281 DATED 12/4/2012. MINORS #32 AND #42 NOT CORRECTED AT THIS TIME: PLEASE SEE BELOW:Tuesday, December 04, 2012 Violation Type: Observation Type: Out Correct By: Monday, March 04, 2013 Violation Codes: 7-38-005 (B), 7-38-025 Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE CUTTING BOARDS IN FRONT PREP AREA WITH DEEP DARK GROOVES. AND Tuesday, December 04, 2012 Violation Type: Observation Type: Out Correct By: Monday, March 04, 2013 Violation Codes: 7-38-030, 015, 010 (A), 005 (A) Inspector Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
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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 and ceilings in the front and rear areas to remove food splashes.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must always provide working thermometers at the coca-cola 1dr cooler and the prep coolers in the front service area.
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Pass
Consultation · 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: Must replace cutting boards in front prep area with deep dark grooves.
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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 and maintain the following: cabinet under beverage station, nozzles on soda machine and interior of the ice cream freezer-remove excess ice.
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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 and maintain the interior of the floor drains and floors in all corners, under/around grease trap and other equipment.
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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 a hair restraint.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
5 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers
Inspector’s note: Previous non compliance inspection summary report from november 21, 2011 not displayed and visible to viewing customers. Instructed to always have posted in plain viewing of customers. Serious violation 7-42-010(b)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must replace cutting boards in front prep area with deep dark grooves.
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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 and maintain the following: cabinet under beverage station, nozzles on soda machine and interior of the ice cream freezer-remove excess ice.
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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 and maintain the interior of the floor drains and floors in all corners, under/around grease trap and other equipment.
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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 a hair restraint.
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical2 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: All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. FOUND DELI MEAT AND BEANS PATTIES THAT STORED AT PREP COOLER AT TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 52.4F-48.5F. LARGE TOASTER OVEN TOO CLOSE TO PREP COOLER CAUSING FOOD TEMPERATURE TO RISE. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP FOOD AT 40F OR LOWER. 3LBS OF DELI MEAT AND 2LBS OF BEANS PATTIES ARE DISCARDED VALUED AT $20.0
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO CERTIFIED FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON SITE WHILE HANDLING AND SERVING POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS, NO PROOF OF CLASS REGISTRATION.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. NO THERMOMETER IN PREP COOLER, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE
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Pass
License · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.