Bub City

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

Inspector’s note: 4-501.11--observed a torn door gasket inside of the top left main prep line cooler. Instructed to replace the torn door gasket and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed a torn door gasket inside of the top left main prep line cooler. Instructed to replace the torn door gasket and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean the ceiling ventilation system in the dishwashing room to remove accumulation of dusts and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed large white container of sugar not labeled near small hot holding units across from eastside cookline. Instructed to label all food grade containers with common name of food when not in original container. Corrected on site container of sugar labeled before conclusion of inspection.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no pest control log book on premises. Corrected on site pest control log book created inspection reports from licensed pest control company dated 2/29/2024-4/30/2024 printed and placed in pest control log book before conclusion of inspection. Inspection reports include pest control company's illinois department of public health license number.priority foundation violation 7-38-020(c) citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no covered receptacle in all gender employee washroom. Instructed to provide covered receptacle in all gender employee washroom for sanitary products.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed non working round ceiling lights out in westside kitchen entrance near upright two door freezer. Observed non working lights in eastside cookline hood. Instructed to repair or replace non working lights in said areas and maintain.

No approval obtained for a specialized processing method.

Inspector’s note: Observed pastrami meat prepared with reduced oxygen packaging, found in 1st floor walk-in cooler. A haccp plan was not submitted to the health department prior to engaging in a rop operation without a varience. Discussed with manager on site. All items have been discarded on site at an approximate cost of $50.00 and an estimated weight value of 5 pounds. Rop machine removed from the premises. Facility must reach out to health department to inquire more information at cdphfood@cityofchicago.org. See above in violation #29 for priority foundation violation 7-38-005 citation that was issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed exterior front entrance windows and front door wide open which allows for pests/inects to enter. Exterior doors shall be: self-closing, solid and tight fitting, and limited to designated use.

Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

Inspector’s note: In-use wiping cloths are not stored properly. Found on prep-counters. Cloths used to wipe surfaces and equipment shall be held in a proper sanitizer solution. Cloths in-use for wiping surfaces in contact with raw animal foods shall be kept separate from cloths used for other purposes. In-use cloths must be laundered dailiy.

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

Inspector’s note: Gasket on the stand up 2door hot holding unit in the cookline is torn. Facility must replace/repair damaged gasket.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed ice scoops stored directly in ice bins at bar. Instructed to store ice scoops outside of ice.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Ice scoop holders not clean inside, instructed to clean and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Bulk food containers (salt, sugar... ) not labeled, instructed to label and maintain.

Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Food handlers with beard not wearing bread restraints, instructed to wear.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Washed utensils not air dried properly, instructed to keep air dry

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Rough wall next to pantry prep table with accumulated grease and food debris, instructed to install a smooth durable surface that's easily cleaned.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed dining room tables pre-set with cups stored open end up. Instructed that all pre-set utensils must be covered or inverted.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed missing/cracked floor tiles and depleted grouting in floor under double oven. Must repair floor to be smooth and easily cleanable.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed light in 2 door upright freezer at kitchen entrance without proper shield. Instructed to provide a light shield or shatter proof bulb.

Dish machines: provided with accurate thermometers, chemical test kits and suitable gauge cock

Inspector’s note: Observed hot water dish machine external guage not reading 180 f to sanitize during the final rinse. Hot water test strips were used to verify the machine was santitizing properly. External guage must be repaired/replaced to reflect accurate santiizing temperature. Serious violation 7-38-030

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

Inspector’s note: Observed functioning soap dispenser not mounted to wall in salad prep area. Remount soap dispenser and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed fans in reach in coolers behind main bar with heavy dust accumulation.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed lights burnt out above main cooking area. Replace bulbs and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated food debris on wall behind/under dishmachine. Must clean wall and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed food/dirt build up inside prep area floor drains. Instructed manager to clean and maintain interior of floor drains.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: No thermometer inside salad reach in cooler. Instructed manager to provide thermometer for cooler.

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

Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from report #1532906 dated 4/15/15-#38- must install a faucet with hot and cold running water on the taylor margarita machine on both bar(main bar and small bar)to be able to properly wash and sanitize the machine. Serious violation 7-42-090.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Missing visible thermometer in the prep cooler in the cook line. Must provide.

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

Inspector’s note: All employees handling and preparing food must wear a hair restraint to confine the hair.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Ice scoop must be stored on a separate container to prevent possible contamination (not on top of the ice bin).

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

Inspector’s note: Must seal the gap around the conduit and pipes in the rear area with the ice maker and mop sink and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must install a faucet with hot and cold running water on the taylor margarita machine on both bar(main bar and small bar)to be able to properly wash and sanitize the machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Found interior panel of the ice maker(the smaller one)with wet black moldy like substance and rusted surface. Must clean and sanitize and maintain.citation issued serious 7-38-005(a).

* inspection report summary displayed and visible to all customers

Inspector’s note: No previous summary report posted on site. From report #1401944 dated 3/13/14. Instructed manager that summary report must be posted on site in plain view for the customer to see. Citation issued serious 7-42-010(b).

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

Inspector’s note: Must clean in detail all the light shield of the light bulbs on the hood/canopy and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must seal the gap around the conduit and pipes in the rear area with the ice maker and mop sink and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: X3 burned out light bulbs on the hood/canopy in the cook line kitchen. Must replace and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must install a faucet with hot and cold running water on the taylor margarita machine on both bar(main bar and small bar)to be able to properly wash and sanitize the machine.

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

Inspector’s note: All employee preparing and handling food in the prep area/kitchen must wear a hair restraint to confine the hair.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Ice scoop behind both bars, must be stored on a separate container to prevent possible contamination(not on top of the ice inside the ice bin).

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

Inspector’s note: Noted multi use utensils (plates, bowls,cups etc) on shelves at the kitchen area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all utensils during storage or provide a protective cover to prevent dust accumulation and contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean fans above the dish washing room with dust accumulation and maintain.

No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

Inspector’s note: Noted over 25 flying insects on walls and ceiling at the hall way by the dish washer room, at the kitchen prep area, main bar and waitress station. Instructed to clean and sanitize affected areas. Recommended to consult with pest control company. Citation issued for serious violation #7-38-020

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

Inspector’s note: Noted multi use utensils (plates, bowls,cups etc) on shelves at the kitchen area not properly stored. Instructed to invert all utensils during storage or provide a protective cover to prevent dust accumulation and contamination.

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

Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean fans above the dish washing room with dust accumulation and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Facility reusing and washing wine bottles for fruit juice storage, instructed not to use, must use utensils that can be washed preoperly.

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

Inspector’s note: Found a vacuum packaging machine in kitchen without proper documentation. No food found that was packaged by machine at this time. Machine is tagged not allowed to use, must contact the office of cdph for further inquiry.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Inaccurate refrigeration thermometer for coolers, must provide good working ones.

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

Inspector’s note: Employees drinks not lided at prep table, instructed to have only lided ones.