China Garden Chinese Restaurant
10912 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60628
Restaurant ZIP 60628 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jan 20, 2026
China Garden Chinese Restaurant was last inspected on January 20, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
January 20, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Storage racks inside the reach/walk in coolers are rusty. Instructed to remove rust and maintain a rust free, smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves and stains. Instructed to sand or replace cutting boards. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
Inspection history
32 inspections on record
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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: Over 100 rodent droppings scattered on shelving units, rolling carts, prep tables, utility sink basin and floors along walls and corners in prep, storage, furnace, and dish washing 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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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Storage racks inside the reach/walk in coolers are rusty. Instructed to remove rust and maintain a rust free, smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Cutting boards with deep, dark grooves and stains. Instructed to sand or replace cutting boards. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior sufaces of woks, fryers, cooking equipment, prep tables, bulk containers, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers, sinks. 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: Floors in the corner, prep area, behind the cooking/cooling equipment, under the storage racks, inside the walk in cooler and under the sinks with dirt, food, grease and droppings. Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors throughout. -the walls, ceiling tiles and vents with dirt, food and dust build up. Instructed to clean and maintain walls, ceiling and vents throughout.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Filters on the ventilation hood with grease and dirt. Instructed to clean and maintain 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: Expired food handler's certificate. Instructed to obtain and maintain a valid food handlers certificate.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general1 paperwork Show violations
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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 prep and walk-in cooler areas. Instructed manager to elevate all fodd items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.
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 damaged gasket on prep cooler door. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior sufaces of woks, fryers, cooking equipment, prep tables, bulk containers, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager. All certified managers must provide valid allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 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 over 100 mice droppings scattered on shelving units, rolling carts, prep tables, utility sink basin and floors along walls and corners in prep, storage, furnace, and dish washing 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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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in prep and walk-in cooler areas. Instructed manager to elevate all fodd items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.
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 damaged gasket on prep cooler door. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior sufaces of woks, fryers, cooking equipment, prep tables, bulk containers, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers, sinks. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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PaperworkManagement & training
Required allergen training was missing.
Inspector’s note: Observed no valid allergen training for certified manager. All certified managers must provide valid allergen training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
8 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed bags of rice stored on floor in rear storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items off floor to protect from contamination.
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 handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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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
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles not inverted in prep area. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.
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 cardboard used as liners on shelving units, rolling carts, prep tables, instructed manager remove all cardboard 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: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior sufaces of woks, fryers, cooking equipment, prep tables, bulk containers, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers, sinks. 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 stained ceiling tiles, dirt, debris and dust buildup on floors, walls, ceilings and light shields 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
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
10 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 100 mice droppings scattered on floor, pallets, boxes, shelving units and equipment in rear storage area, on counter and shelving units behind front counter. 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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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed bags of rice stored on floor in rear storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all food items off floor to protect from contamination.
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 handlers not wearing hair restraints. All food handlers must wear effective hair restraints.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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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
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles stored on floor in rear storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all single service articles off flor.
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 cardboard used as liners on shelving units, rolling carts, prep tables, instructed manager remove all cardboard 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: Observed accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior sufaces of woks, fryers, cooking equipment, prep tables, bulk containers, holding units, shelving units, coolers, freezers, sinks. 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 excessive clutter inside utility sink, unused articles in prep and storage 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 stained ceiling tiles, dirt, debris and dust buildup on floors, walls, ceilings and light shields 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
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
3 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: Found the cutting boards in the food prep area with dark stains and grooves. Instructed manager to either sand the cutting boards or replace them. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Found accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, 3-compartment sink, handwashing sink, holding equipment, prep tables, shelving units, holding units, coolers, and freezers. Instructed manager to detail 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: Found broken and damaged floor tiles through out the prep and storage area. Instructed manager to replace all broken/damaged floor tiles and maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical9 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found the only handwashing sink not accessible. There were plastic lids and a container stored on top of them. Instructed manager to remove all items and to keep the handwashing sink accessible 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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GeneralHygiene & sanitation
Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Found employees in the food prep area not wearing a hair restaint. Instructed manager to wear a hair restraint as well as the other employee(s) and maintain.
Official wording (code 40)
Personal cleanliness
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Found wiping cloths stored on the prep tables. Instructed manager to store wiping cloths in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm) when not in use. Maintain same.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & 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: Found the cutting boards in the food prep area with dark stains and grooves. Instructed manager to either sand the cutting boards or replace them. Must maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Found accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, 3-compartment sink, handwashing sink, holding equipment, prep tables, shelving units, holding units, coolers, and freezers. Instructed manager to detail 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: Found accumulated dirt and food debris on floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, utility and washroom 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: Found unused articles and equipment in prep and storage 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: Found mops improperly stored on floor. Instructed manager to store mop upright to properly air dry and prevent insect breeding.
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: Found broken and damaged floor tiles through out the prep and storage area. Instructed manager to replace all broken/damaged floor tiles and maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.
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: Found the previous core violations from report #2549896 dated 02/16/2022 not corrected and/or maintained. Instructed manager to correct and maintain: #10-observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks in prep and washroom areas. Instructed manager to provide. #37-observed bulk containers not labeled in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food. #39-observed food items stored on floor in walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor. #45-observed single service articles and utensils not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination. #56-observed missing and damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand washing sinks in prep and washroom areas. Instructed manager to provide.
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: Observed bulk containers not labeled in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
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 items stored on floor in walk-in cooler, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles and utensils not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.
Official wording (code 45)
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing and damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 critical13 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: Observed no person in charge with valid chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no signed employee health policy available. Instructed manager to provide signed acknowledgement of employee responsibility to report any illness transmissible through food. Priority foundation 7-38-010 citation issued.
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sink in poor repair, drainpipe overflowing through floor drain when in use. Instructed manager to repair and maintain. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c) citation issued
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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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 signs at hand washing sinks in prep and washroom areas. Instructed manager to provide.
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: Observed bulk containers not labeled in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to label all bulk containers with common name of food.
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 150 mice droppings scattered on bottom of prep tables, shelving units, on floor in prep, rear storage, furnace room 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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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, prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Single-use items weren’t stored or used properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed single service articles and utensils not inverted. Instructed manager to invert all single service articles to protect from contamination.
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 no stoppers for 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to provide adequate stoppers.
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 accumulated food debris and grease buildup on interior and exterior surfaces of cooking equipment, holding equipment, prep tables, shelving units, holding units, coolers, and 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 unused articles and equipment in prep and storage 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 mop improperly stored on floor. Instructed manager to store mop upright to properly air dry and prevent insect breeding.
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 accumulated dirt and food debris on floors under all cooking equipment, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, utility and washroom areas. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing and damaged light shields in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed no records of employee vaccination status or weekly testing. Instructed manager to provide. Public health order 2-112-340
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed no written protocol for implementing vaccination status of customers. Instructed manager to provide. Public health order 2-112-340
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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GeneralFood handling
Miscellaneous public health order.
Inspector’s note: Observed no mask required signage inside business. Instructed manager to post signage at least one location inside the business informing customers masks are required to be worn indoors regardless of vaccination status. Public health order 2-112-340
Official wording (code 64)
Miscellaneous / public health orders
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food (rice 145.6f) prepared and served. A certified manager must be on site and valid certificate posted when tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training available for female employee. Instructed manager to provide food handler training for all employees.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must complete cleaning all shelves under prep tables. Must maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed tcs food maintained at improper temperature. Approx 10-lbs of pre-cooked egg rolls maintained at improper temperature of 50.0f inside rack on table by fryers. Instructed to maintain tcs foods at 41.0f or below. Pic removed and discarded approx 10-lbs of egg rolls at cost approx $30.00-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 22)
Proper cold holding temperatures
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CriticalPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 69 mice droppings on site on lower shelves of prep table, floors in hot water heater room, floors on site. In structed to clean/ sanitize all areas. Contact pest control for service. Priority violation issued 7-38-020(a)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no chlorine testing kit for 3- compartment sink dishwashing facilities. Instructed to provide . Priority foundation issued 7-38-005
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: Observed cooking equipment not maintained, encrusted with grease , debris. Must clean/maintain, fryers, grill, exterior of rice cookers,etc.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the walk in cooler walls,floors and the fan cover to remove dust and debris. Also clean the exterior of the prep tables,handwashing sink faucets handles,all cooler doors and handles, bulk storage container,dry storage shelves , all shelves under prep tables, behind front counter.must detail clean.
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 around the cooking equipment to remove grease and food debris, also floor dirty at the rear dry storage area. Must clean and maintain
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · 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: Instructed manager to label bulk storage container with the name of the product. Also label foods in the plastic bags in the freezer.
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 the rear outer exit door in poor repair at the bottom. Must repair and maintain to prevent entry point for pest.
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 ice stored inside the freezer chest in a large plastic container without lid next to cups of fruits. Instructed manager to cover to protect from contamination(debris).
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed boxes and plastic bags used to store food in noted inside the freezer and coolers. Instructed manager to provide food grade storage containers with lids to properly protect tcs foods.
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 the interior of the walk in cooler walls,floors and the fan cover to remove dust and debris. Also clean the exterior of the cooking equipment, bulk storage container,dry storage shelves and the prep station.
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: Noted a leaky pipe underneath 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 around the cooking equipment to remove grease and food debris, also floor dirty at the rear dry storage area. Must clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
4 critical5 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 pic 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 vomiting and diarrheal procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed pic to provide. Must provide all necessary items needed in policy. Must include face mask, disposable gloves and disposable mop. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed prep table lower shelves interior of all coolers, doors, gaskets, cooking equipment exterior, interior and shelves of entire walk in cooler surfaces not clean of accumilation build up of grease, food debris,etc. Instructed
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.
Inspector’s note: Observed no date marking on any tcs prepared , ready to eat foods inside of coolers held over 24 hours. Observed cooked, shrimp ,chicken egg rolls etc. Instructed to date tcs foods prepared on site and held 24 hours. Must date to identify the product shelf life. 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 not in original containers, sauces,dry storage,etc, not labeled with common name. Instructed to install
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 rear back door not rodent proofed at bottom areas of door. Instructed to repair door to be tight-fitting
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed dry soiled wiping cloths not stored inside sanitizer buckets for use. Instructed to store in use clean wiping in sanitizer solution
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & 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 the exterior of stored and in use food storage pans not clean. Instructed to clean or replace
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floors around, under heavy equipment , in boiler room , walk in cooler not clean of debris. Instructed to clean/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: No proof of food handler training for employee working. Must provide
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: Person in charge( pic) has no proof of allergen training. Instructed that all person with city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergens training
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 critical9 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 pic 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 vomiting and diarrheal procedure for vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed pic to provide. Must provide all necessary items needed in policy. Must include face mask, disposable gloves and disposable mop. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed prep table lower shelves interior of all coolers, doors, gaskets, cooking equipment exterior, interior and shelves of entire walk in cooler surfaces not clean of accumilation build up of grease, food debris,etc. Instructed
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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CriticalFood temperature
Cold food was held above a safe temperature.
Inspector’s note: Observed improper temperature of several,( tcs) foods inside of 2 cooler in prep area. Approx 40- lbs of chicken wings at 46.9f, 50- lbs of breaded cooked chicken at 50f,48f, 1-lb of cooked shrimp at 52f, 4-lbs of raw shell eggs at 58.0f,40lbs of beef at 46.8f, 1-lb of tofu at 48.2f, breaded cooked shrimp at 49.9f. All foods removed by pic and discarded by pic at cost approx $ 250.00. Instructed to maintain tcs foods at 41f or below. 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 no date marking on any tcs prepared , ready to eat foods inside of coolers held over 24 hours. Observed cooked, shrimp ,chicken egg rolls etc. Instructed to date tcs foods prepared on site and held 24 hours. Must date to identify the product shelf life. Prepared and discard date. Priority foundation
Official wording (code 23)
Proper date marking and disposition
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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 2 cooler in prep area being used maintaining improper temperatures. Prep cooler maintaining temperature of 51f and reach in cooler at 48.3f. Instructed that coolers must maintain cold temperature of 41f or below. Coolers will be tagged held for inspection. Instructed to use additional coolers on premises that maintaining 41f or below. Must contact the health dept for tag removal before using coolers-cos. Priority violation issued 7-38-005
Official wording (code 33)
Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control
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GeneralFood temperature
Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.
Inspector’s note: No temperature measuring thermometer inside of prep cooler. Instructed to install.
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 not in original containers, sauces,dry storage,etc, not labeled with common name. Instructed to install
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 rear back door not rodent proofed at bottom areas of door. Instructed to repair door to be tight-fitting.
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: Evidence of improper pest control on premises. Observed 42 mice droppings on floors around hand sink, 3- compartment sink, mop sink. Instructed to clean/sanitize all areas. Recommened pest service. Priority foundation issued 7-38-020(a)
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.
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 dry soiled wiping cloths not stored inside sanitizer buckets for use. Instructed to store in use clean wiping in sanitizer solution.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & 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 prep board use for preping fruits,etc with dark grooves. Must sand, clean or replace.
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 the exterior of stored and in use food storage pans not clean. Instructed to clean or replace.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed floors around, under heavy equipment , in boiler room , walk in cooler not clean of debris. Instructed to clean/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: No proof of food handler training for employee working. Must provide.
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: Pic has no proof of allergen training. Instructed that all person with city of chicago food sanitation certificate must have allergens training.
Official wording (code 58)
Allergen training as required
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · 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: Label all bulk containers in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace damaged gaskets on prep cooler doors. Replace all worn and deep grooved cutting boards.
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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 coolers, freezers, prep tables, cooking equipment, wok stations, fryer cabinets, storage shelves, bulk containers, holding units, steam table, rolling carts, etc.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean all ceiling and wall vents in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Organize all reach-in, prep, and walk-in coolers. Store mop head upright to prevent pest breeding. Elevate all stock off floor in prep and storage areas.
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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 required ppm.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
2 critical9 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: Observed 6 dozen raw shell eggs stored at improper temperature (50.0f-57.2f)in prep cooler. Instructed manager to discard. All cold food must maintain 40 for below during storage, preparation, display and service. Critical violation 7-38-005a
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exposed hand sink not properly maintained observed water backing up through floor drain when exposed sink is in use. Instructed manager to repair exposed sink and drain for proper hand washing. Critical violation 7-38-030
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Label all bulk containers in prep and storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Replace damaged gaskets on prep cooler doors. Replace all worn and deep grooved cutting boards.
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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 coolers, freezers, prep tables, cooking equipment, wok stations, fryer cabinets, storage shelves, bulk containers, holding units, steam table, rolling carts, etc
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, washroom and utility areas. Clean and sanitize floors in dishwashing area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean all ceiling and wall vents 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 missing light shield near exit door.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Provide adequate stoppers for 3-compartment sink.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Organize all reach-in, prep, and walk-in coolers. Store mop head upright to prevent pest breeding. Elevate all stock off floor in prep and storage areas.
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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 required ppm.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 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: Found approx 6-lbs of fresh shell eggs inside walk in cooler maintained at improper cold temperatures of 60.1f,60.0f.must maintain at 40.0f or below.manager removed and discarded-cdi/cost approx $15.00.critical violation 7-38-005a.
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Upon washing hands at hand sink in prep area,observed drain at hand sink in prep area in poor repair . Must repair .instructed to use additional hand sink for hand washing until reinspected by health dept in 2 days. Critical violation 7-38-030.
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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 evidence of improper pest control on premises.28 mice droppings on left side of 3-compartment sink under bleach storage unit. Also 6-droppings on dry storage shelves.recommened to contact pest control.must clean and sanitize all areas.serious violation 7-38-020
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Dry food storage shelves and exterior and interior of prep cooler not clean of debris.must clean/maintain.
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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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 required ppm.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
7 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 mice droppings n duct equipment and floor in furnace room, 15 mice droppings scattered on floor along east wall and around pallet in rear storage area, 10 mice droppings on table around router, 5 mice droppings on shelves in rear storage area. Observed several flying insects in prep and storage areas. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020
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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 fryer cabinets, cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, and storage shelves.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors along walls and in all corners in furnace room and rear storage areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean light shields in prep area(dead insects).
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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 proper hair restraints.
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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 required ppm.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food handler requirements met
Inspector’s note: Provide food handler certificates for all employees.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
1 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Previous serious violation corrected, 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous serious violation not corrected from report #1735008 on 3-29-16: 18-observed 40 mice droppings on floor, shelves and rolling cart in rear storage area, 30 mice droppings on shelves under front counter, 20 mice droppings on shelves under prep table across from reach-in cooler, 50 mice droppings on floor under furnace filters, 30 mice droppings on floor in water heater room, 20 mice droppings scattered on pallets in rear storage area, 20 mice droppings inside bottom compartment of reach-in freezer, 20 mice droppings on floor behind chest freezer, 20 mice droppings on bottom shelves under smoothie prep table, 30 mice droppings on floor between chest freezer and prep table, 20 mice droppings inside compressor unit of unused coca cola cooler, 30 mice droppings on top of outlet near reach-in cooler along south wall, 20 mice droppings inside fryer cabinet. Instructed manager to call an
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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 coolers, freezers, storage shelves, hot holding units, rice cooker, rolling carts, prep tables, sinks, cooking equipment, bulk containers(excessive food spills, debris, etc)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in walk-in cooler, prep, storage, and front counter areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean soiled light shields in rear storage area.
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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 inside walk-in cooler, prep, and storage areas. Remove all unused equipment, unnecessary articles and organize storage areas to prevent pest harborage.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 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 40 mice droppings on floor, shelves, and rolling cart in rear storage area, 30 mice droppings on shelves under front counter, in corner near cash register, etc, 20 mice droppings on shelves under prep table across from reach-in cooler, 20 mice droppings on floor behind file cabinet near front counter. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Serious violation 7-38-020
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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 #1575511 on 9-14-15: 32-noted various food items stored in grocery bags inside the freezer. Must properly store foods n food grade container or storage bags. Serious violation 7-42-090
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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 coolers, freezers, storage shelves, hot holding units, rice cooks, rolling carts, prep tables, sinks, cooking equipment, bulk containers(excessive food spills, debris, etc)
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in walk-in cooer, prep, storage, and front counter areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean soiled light shields in rear storage area.
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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 inside walk-in cooler, prep, and storage areas. Remove all unusesd equipment and organize storage areas to prevent pest harborage.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
5 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: Noted various food items stored in grocery bags inside the freezer. Must properly store foods in food grade container or storage bags.
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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 the exterior of all cooking equipment and interior and exterior of all coolers and freezers to remove spills, grease and debris.
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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 dirty through out, especially around cooking equipment and in the rear storage area. Must detail clean to remove grease,spills and debris.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Noted a few water stain ceiling tiles and dirty light sheilds. Must replace and/or clean and maintain. Also clean the walls in the rear storage area to remove debris. Noted dirty filters above the cooking equipment and vent covers dusty in the kitchen. Must detail clean to remove grease and dust.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Noted thermometers inside coolers not working properly. Must replace and maintain working thermometers.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
7 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 mice droppings on the bottom shelf of the front prep table and 15 mice droppings on the floor along the wall base and in corner behind the upright freezer. Also 40 mice droppings on the floor in the rear storage area underneath pallets. Recommended to contact pest control operator and instructed to clean and sanitize affected area. Citation issued #7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Noted various food items stored in grocery bags inside the freezer. Must properly store foods in food grade container or storage bags.
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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 the exterior of all cooking equipment and interior and exterior of all coolers and freezers to remove spills, grease and debris.
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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 dirty through out, especially around cooking equipment and in the rear storage area. Must detail clean to remove grease,spills,debris and also droppings.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Noted a few water stain ceiling tiles and dirty light sheilds. Must replace and/or clean and maintain. Also clean the walls in the rear storage area to remove debris. Noted dirty filters above the cooking equipment and vent covers dusty in the kitchen. Must detail clean to remove grease and dust.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Noted thermometers inside coolers not working properly. Must replace and maintain working thermometers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Noted clutter in the rear storage area. Must remove all unnecessary items and properly elevate 6" off the floor and away from the wall to prevent futher pest problems.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 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: Detail clean all cooking equipment,deep fryers,stove and filters,has 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 detail cleaning under and around all heavy equipment along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside the walk-in cooler in rear prep area and inside all prep coolers also inside all reac-in coolers
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove clutter in rear of premises near exit door,to prevent rodent harborage and remove clutter from underneath prep tables
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
6 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 over 30 mice droppings behind the reach-in upright freezer in the rear prep area on floor alond wall base and corners,recommended to contact pest control operator and instructed to clean and sanitize affected area serious violation 7-38-020
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
* certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served
Inspector’s note: Operating without a certified food manager on site while potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served such as rice.egg rolls,gravy,chicken and beef serious violation 7-38-012
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Detail clean all cooking equipment,deep fryers,stove and filters,has 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 detail cleaning under and around all heavy equipment along wall base and corners
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometers inside the walk-in cooler in rear prep area and inside all prep coolers also inside all reac-in coolers
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Remove clutter in rear of premises near exit door,to prevent rodent harborage and remove clutter from underneath prep tables
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
4 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: Label all bulk containers in prep and storage areas.
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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 cooking equipment, sinks, prep tables, coolers.
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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 rear storage area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Clean and paint walls in prep area, near front counter and cooking equipment, etc (spills).
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Pass
Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Organize rear storage areas to prevent pest harborage. 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.
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Fail
Complaint · Fail
10 general Show violations
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090
Inspector’s note: Previous minor violations not corrected from report #545789 on 1-31-12. 32-seal small opening along bottom of rear exit door. 33-must detail clean the following: all cooking equipment, coolers, and the hood above the cooking equipment. Must remove grease and food debris. Must clean small amount of grease on exterior of waste grease receptacle. 34-remove bucket tops from floors under 3 compartment sink and cook line and properly repair/install tile for proper cleaning. Must detail clean floors under cook line and sinks and remove food debris and grease. 35-must detail clean all walls behind cook line and above and under sinks. Serious violation 7-42-090 citation issued.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed
Inspector’s note: Clean and label all bulk containers.
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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: Invert all carryout containers to protect from dust, dirt, flies, etc.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Paint shelves in rear storage areas. Replace all worn cutting boards.
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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 the following: all cooking equipment,coolers and the hood above the cooking equipment. Must remove grease and food debris. Must also clean small amount of grease on exterior of waste grease receptacle.
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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: Remove bucket tops from floors under 3 compartment sink and cook line and properly repair/install tile to allow for proper cleaning. Must detail clean floors under cook line and sinks and remove food debris and grease. Floors need cleaning under all equipment, along walls and in all corners in all areas. Elevate all stock off floor in rear storage area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Must detail clean all walls behind cook line, above and under sinks, behinbd prep tables, etc.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Clean light shields in prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Organize rear storage areas to prevent pest harborage. 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.
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Pass
License · Pass
7 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 repair worn prep table used to prepare fruit smoothies. Must install a stainless steal cover or make smooth and easily cleanable. Seal small opening along bottom of rear exit door.
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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 the following: all cooking equipment,coolers and the hood above the cooking equipment. Must remove grease and food debris. Must also clean toilet and sink in washroom and small amount of grease on exterior of waste grease receptacle.
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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: Remove bucket tops from floors under 3 compartment sink and cookline and properly repair/install tile to allow for proper cleaning. Must detail clean floors under cook line and sinks and remove food debris and grease.
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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 all walls behind cook line and above and under sinks. Must replace all stained ceiling tiles above prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Encase drain pipe from motor in walk in cooler.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous
Inspector’s note: Must provide a thermometer in all coolers.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Must remove unused pop cooler from premises.
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