Mariscos El Puerto

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. Oct 15, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   2 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: 6-301.14 observed no handwashing sign at bar handsink. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.11(b-e) obsered small amount of build up on corner of ice machine lid. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-302.12 observed bulk containers (rice, sugar, flour) not labeled with common name. Instructed person in charge to label and maintain.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 observed torn gaskets on multiple cold hold units. Instructed the person in charge to repair all torn or damaged gaskets and maintain them.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-202.15 observed table attached can opener covered in dry food residue. Instructed person in charge to clean or replace.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 4-602.13 observed interiors of cold hold units with food debris and spillage. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 4-202.18 observed filters in the hood ventilation system covered in grease. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

2. Oct 7, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   4 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sign at bar handsink. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Obsered small amount of build up on corner of ice machine lid. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: The following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures in the prep cooler: tilapia 50.2f, sliced tomatoes 49.8f, chicken 52.1f, all discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 10lbs $100 value. Instd to maintain cold foods at 41f or below at all times. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: The deli top prep cooler being used is unable to maintain proper cold holding temperature, with an internal air temperature of 49.0f. The cooler is tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instd is not to be used until reinspected by cdph and able to maintain a product temperature of 41f or below at all times. Priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed bulk containers (rice, sugar, flour) not labeled with common name. Instructed person in charge to label and maintain.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed torn gaskets on multiple cold hold units. Instructed person in charge to repair all torn or damaged gaskets and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed table attached can opener covered in dry food residue. Instructed person in charge to clean or replace.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed interiors of cold hold units with food debris and spillage. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed filters in hood ventilation system covered in grease. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

3. Sep 13, 2023 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   3 critical3 general Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Handwash sink in prep area not accessible, containers in basin and mop and mop bucket in front of sink. Instd to maintain basin clean and have sink accessible at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation. All said items were removed during inspection and sink is now accessible

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision at handwash sinks in prep area and warewashing area. Instd to provide at all times. Paper towels were provided during inspection. 7-38-030(c) see above for violation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: The following tcs foods at improper cold holding temperatures in prep cooler: shrimp 50.2f, steak 49.8f, chicken 52.1f, chicken nuggets 50.9f, beef 50.4f. All discarded and denatured at this time. Approx 30lbs $500 value. Instd to maintain cold foods at 41f or below at all times. Citation issued 7-38-005 priority

     Official wording (code 22)

     Proper cold holding temperatures

   • GeneralFood temperature

     Not enough equipment, or the wrong method, to cool and hold food at safe temperatures.

     Inspector’s note: Prep cooler being used is unable to maintain proper cold holding temperature, internal air temperature of 49.0f. Cooler tagged and held for inspection at this time. Instd not to use until reinspected by cdph and able to maintain product temperature of 41f or below at all times. Citation issued 7-38-005

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Ceramic/clay drinking cups on site. Instd to ensure cups are lead free or lead safe levels and maintain documentation of such on site; or remove cups from premises

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Missing covers for receptacles in female toilet rooms. Instd to provide covers and maintain

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

4. Apr 13, 2022 Pass

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

   7 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM AND SIDES OF INTERIOR ADJACENT DOOR OF BUSINESS ON BOTH SIDES.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE FOIL & RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR SEAFOOD PREP COOLER.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS, PREP COOLER,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,PREP TABLES.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR IN FRONT OF REAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST SEAL HOLES IN LOWER WALL UNDER REAR DISH STORAGE SHELF AND IN DINING AREA.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. Apr 11, 2022 Fail

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

   1 critical10 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed hot water temperature at hand sinks in front prep area and rear prep/ dish washing areas ranging from 70.1f-71.9f. Must repair or replace hot running water to be 100.0f .(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: nspector Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE RAT DROPPINGS AT SERVICE COUNTER,ON FLOOR UNDER FOOD STORAGE SHELF,UNDER PREP TABLE IN REAR PREP AREA,FURNANCE ROOM IN DINING AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/7/22.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1-2" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF INTERIOR ADJACENT DOOR OF BUSINESS ON BOTH SIDES.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 3-304.14 Inspector Comments: MUST STORE WIPING CLOTHS IN A SANITIZING SOLUTION.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE FOIL & RUST FROM LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR SEAFOOD PREP COOLER.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FRYER CABINETS, PREP COOLER,REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,PREP TABLES.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD SPLATTER FROM WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST GROUT FLOOR IN FRONT OF REAR 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.MUST SEAL HOLES IN LOWER WALL UNDER REAR DISH STORAGE SHELF AND IN DINING AREA.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-501.14 Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ON FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO FOOD ALLERGEN TRAINING FOR FOOD MANAGER.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

6. Apr 7, 2022 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

   5 critical14 general3 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

     No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

     Inspector’s note: Observed pic has no certified food manager certificate while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (shrimp,crab,oysters,etc)must be on site at all times. (priority foundation 7-38-012)(cos)

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed hot water temperature at hand sinks in men's and women's customers toilet rooms ranging from 50.5f-50.7f. Must repair or replace hot running water to be 100.0f .(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed hand washing sinks not accessible scrubbers inside of sink basin in dish washing area and bar area-utensils,pitchers as well.articles were removed during inspection.must keep hand sinks free and accessible at all times.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(cos)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand drying devices at hand sinks in front prep area and rear dish washing area. Employees provided paper towels at hand sinks during inspection.(priority foundation 7-38-030(c)(consolidated violation)(cos)

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood source

     Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no 90-day shellfish tag with 6lbs. Raw oysters sitting in a large black plastic bin with water on dish storage shelf. Product was discarded by manager.must provide and keep tag with product until last sold or served.appx. 6 lbs. $97.(priority foundation 7-38-005)(citation issued)(cos)

     Official wording (code 14)

     Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Must label food storage containers when food is not in original package.

     Official wording (code 37)

     Food properly labeled; original container

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx. 50 or more rat droppings at service counter,on floor under food storage shelf,under prep table in rear prep area,on floor next to hot water tank,furnance room in dining area.must remove droppings. Clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 4/7/22.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)(citation issued)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."1-2" gap along bottom of interior adjacent door of business on both sides.must make doors tight fitting.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Must store wiping cloths in a sanitizing solution.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

     In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed long unwrapped straws at bar area counter top.must provide wrapped straws and remove for food protection from customers.

     Official wording (code 43)

     In-use utensils: properly stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on dish storage shelves.

     Official wording (code 44)

     Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must remove foil & rust from lower shelves of prep tables.must repair or replace worn door gaskets on 2- door seafood prep cooler.

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from fryer cabinets, prep cooler,reach in coolers and freezer,prep tables.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no lid on garbage can in staff unisex & customers women toilet rooms.must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Must provide a self closing device on staff toilet room door.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must grout floor in front of rear 3- compartment sink.must seal holes in lower wall under rear dish storage shelf and in dining area.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debris build up from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout premises.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean food splatter from walls throughout prep and dish washing areas.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Must clean debris build up on filters at hood of cooking equipment.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (shrimp,crab,oysters,etc)must be on site at all times. Manager arrived on site at 1:00 p.m.(priority foundation 7-38-012)(citation issued)(cos)

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food handlers training for all employees.must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food allergen training for food manager.must provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

7. Jul 14, 2021 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

8. Jul 1, 2021 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

   5 critical6 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: No handwash cleanser (soap) at the following: handwash sink in prep area, handwash sink in warewashing area, and handwash sink in bar area. Instd to provide handwash cleanser at all handwash sinks at all times. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority foundation

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: No hand drying provision (i.e paper towels) at the following: handwash sink in prep area, handwash sink in warewashing area, and handwash sink in bar. Instd to provide and maintain at all handwash sinks at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). See above for violation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Handwash sink in prep area not accessible, bucket in basin. Handwash sink in warewashing area not accessible, can of oven cleaner in basin. Instd to maintain sinks accessible and basins empty for handwashing at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-030(c). See above for violation issued

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

     Inspector’s note: Missing handwash signage at all handwash sinks. Instd to obtain signage and maintain.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • CriticalFood source

     Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.

     Inspector’s note: 3-402.12(b) -no written agreement or statement from the supplier stating the fish supplied for ceviche is frozen to required time and temperature. Instd to provide same and maintain.

     Official wording (code 14)

     Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Over 15 live small and large flies in prep area and warewashing area. 1 live roach in basin of handwash sink in warewashing area. Instd to remove all pests, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Aluminum foil and cardboard lining noted on storage shelves of prep tables. Instd to remove so as surface to be smooth, even and easily cleanable. Rust accumulation on exterior of grease interceptor. Instd to remove rust and maintain

     Official wording (code 47)

     Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Interior of ovens, interior cabinets of fryers, and all storage shelves through out not clean, excessive food debris. Instd to clean and maintain

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Missing and stained ceiling tiles in prep area. Instd to replace and maintain tiles

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Walls through out prep area and warewashing area not clean, debris. Instd to clean and maintain

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violations from 1/8/2020 report 2356340: 57 missing food handler training for food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site. Priority foundation 7-42-090

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: See 60

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

9. Jan 8, 2020 Conditional

   Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

   1 critical1 general1 paperwork Show violations

   • CriticalFood source

     Required records (shellfish tags, parasite-destruction logs) were missing.

     Inspector’s note: Observed oyster tags without last date sold, instructed to record on tags what was the last date sold on the tag, keep tags organized. Priority foundation 7-38-005, no citation issued.

     Official wording (code 14)

     Required records available: shellstock tags, parasite destruction

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed the ladies toilet room trash receptacle with out lid, instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 53)

     Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Not all food employees had food-handler training.

     Inspector’s note: Observed no food handler training for the 3 employees, instructed to provide.

     Official wording (code 57)

     All food employees have food handler training

10. Jan 8, 2020 Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

11. Mar 26, 2019 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    6 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

      Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide written employee health policy for all employees. Priority foundation violation.

      Official wording (code 3)

      Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting

    • CriticalManagement & training

      No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up kit/procedure on site. Must provide written procedure for the clean up of vomit and diarrheal events, and corresponding equipment outline in procedure. Priority foundation violation.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand sink in dish area filled with dishes/utensils making it inaccessible. Hand sink must only be used for washing hands. Hand sinks must be easily accessible at all times. Operator removed all dishes utensils from hand sink during inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hand cleanser available at bar hand sink. Instructed all hand sinks must have soap (and paper towels) available at all times. Operator provided during inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c). See above violation for citation.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalFood temperature

      Prepared food wasn’t date-marked, or was kept past its discard date.

      Inspector’s note: Observed improper dates on prepped tcs foods inside coolers. Must properly label all prepped tcs foods with discard date no more than 7 day from preparation date. Must correct and maintain same. Priority foundation violation.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory on menus. Instructed must provide disclaimer and reminders(*) on menu. Priority foundation violation.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed hand sink position next to prep table with toaster and plates in front of prep area. Must install splash guard (barrier) between hand sink and prep table. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed wiping cloths improperly stored on prep tables throughout prep area. Must properly store all wiping cloths in a sanitizer solution when not in use. Must maintain same.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak at pipes under 3 compartment sink in bar area. Must repair and maintain same. Observed faucet will not turn off at utility sink (faucet drips). Must repair and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no proof of allergen training on site. Must provide proof of allergen training for all chicago certified food managers.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

12. Mar 26, 2019 Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

13. Jan 25, 2018 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light out above seafood prep station. Instd to replace light and maintain.

14. Jan 16, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical5 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Source sound condition, no spoilage, foods properly labeled, shellfish tags in place

      Inspector’s note: No shellfish tags in place for oysters on site or on file for the past 90 days. Instd to maintain shellfish tags with original container and keep on file for 90 days. Violation 7-38-005b(2). Oysters discarded and denatured at this time approx 3 lbs $20 value.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Dish washing facilities: properly designed, constructed, maintained, installed, located and operated

      Inspector’s note: Dishwashing facilities not properly maintained, pipe under 3-compartment sink excessively leaking into bucket. Instd to repair same, free of leaks. Violation 7-38-030 serious.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Rusty surface on bottom of prep table in rear. Instd to remove rust and maintain surface.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Light out in rear by exit door and also above seafood prep station. Instd to replace light and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: One burner stove not under ventilation hood system. Instd to have completely under ventilation or remove from premises.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Missing metal stem thermometers for food handlers. Instd to provide and maintain thermometers on site.

15. Jan 4, 2017 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: Observed no consumer advisory sign not posted at this time, given sign instructed to post.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the rear meat cutting board not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize. Also clean interior of 2 door prep cooler.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tiles, instructed to replace. Also clean rear dish area ceiling.

16. Apr 7, 2016 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Replace the torn door gaskets for the 2 door prep cooler. Observed cooked rice stored in plastic grocery bags. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint from the wall of the food prep area between the prep table and freezer. Must scrape and repaint the wall in this area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No end caps provided for the light fixture in the food prep area. Must install end caps.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters

      Inspector’s note: The employee washroom door is not self-closing. Must install a self-closing door device at the employee washroom door.

17. Aug 10, 2015 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Rusty surface on bottom shelf of prep table. Instd to remove rust. Excessive ice build up in upright freezer. Instd to remove excessive ice.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Missing metal stem thermometer for food handlers. Provide same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Instd to provide records/logs as required.

18. Nov 6, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food in original container, properly labeled: customer advisory posted as needed

      Inspector’s note: OBSERVED COOKIES MADE AT RESTAURANT PREPACKAGED AND SOLD WITHOUT LABEL. MUST LABEL COOKIES AND MAINTAIN WITH THE FOLLOWING 1)The common and/or usual name of the product; 2)The name, address and zip code of the manufacturer, processor, packer, preparer or distributor; 3)The net contents of the package; 4)A list of ingredients in the order of their predominance by weight with ingredients shown by their common or usual name; and 5)A list of any artificial color, artificial flavor or preservative used. ?

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed interior of reach in freezers with ice accumulation. Defrost and clean interior of reach in freezers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed exterior of grease trap with rust and unclean. Remove rust and restore surface to a smooth easily cleanable surface. Maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed sides of fryer and interior of fryer unclean. Clean and maintain interior and exterior of fryer at all times.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observered ceiling vent in kitchen unclean with dirt and dust. Must clean ceiling cent and maintain.

19. Apr 24, 2014 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

20. Apr 21, 2014 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Observed freezer not working properly. Foods beginning to thaw. Temperature of chili within freezer at 37.4 f. All thawed food was removed from freezer and stored within refrigerators. All still frozen product was moved to properly working freezer holding food at 0 f. Freezer was emptied, unplugged and tagged.observed refrigerator behind cooking line not maintaining proper temperature. Ambient air temperature within refrigeration unit was 52.4 f. Unit was tagged. Critical violation 7-38-005 (a)

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous food at improper temperature including 2 lbs of octopus at 51.4 f valued at $15.00, 2lbs of hamburger at 52.1 f valued at $15.00, 1lb of fish at 50.1 f valued at $5.00 and 1 lb of shrimp at 52.3 f valued at $5.00. All food was discarded and denatured. Critical violation 7-38-005 (a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside grease storage unit unclean. With excessive grease build up. Clean and maintain grease storage unit at all times to deter rodents and insects. Serious violation 7-38-020

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on premises at time of inspection when potentially hazardous food is being prepped, cooked and served. Certified manager was called and did show up halfway through inspection. Serious violation 7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Easily readable thermometers needed within all refrigerators. These thermometers should be checked often to ensure all refrigerators are functioning properly and maintaining 40 f or less at all times.

21. Mar 18, 2013 Pass

    License · Pass

    No violations