Buffalo Wild Wings

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

1. May 28, 2025 Pass

   Short Form Complaint · Pass

   1 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 hand washing signs at the hand sink located in 2nd bar area as well as hand sink located outside of 2nd bar area. Instructed to provide sign instructing all employees to wash hands.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 3-307.11--observed no splash gaurd at designated hand sink in 2nd bar on 2nd floor. Instructed to provide splace guard on side facing prep surface and drinks.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15--observed cold water handle to be leaking on left side hand sink in men's customer bathroom at time of inspection. Observed left side hand sink in men's bathroom to be slow draining. Observed leak at left side faucet of 4 compartment sink in front bar area. Observed low water pressure at dump sink at southern most corner in front bar area. Instructed manager to service and provide adequate water pressure. Observed leak from left hand basin bottom of 3 compartment sink at time of inspection. 3 compartment sink is still functional and does not leak into other compartments, only a small leak onto the floor. Instructed manager to service and maintain in good repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.12--observed heavy debris in the floor drains in the front bar area and in the second/elevated bar. Observed heavy grease and debris build up at dishwashing area at rear of facility. Instructed manager to clean and maintain free of excessive debris and food build up.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-501.114--observed large equipment in rear hall leading back into dining area that is no longer in use. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary equipment that is not needed for function of facility.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 6-303.11--observed low lights available in the utility closet located at the rear near the dish washing area. Instructed to service all lights and provide adequate lighting in storage area.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

2. Apr 17, 2025 Conditional

   Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

   2 critical5 general Show violations

   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No employee health policy/training on site for any employees at time of inspection. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010, citation issued.

     Official wording (code 3)

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

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at the hand sink located in 2nd bar area as well as hand sink located outside of 2nd bar area. Instructed to provide sign instructing all employees to wash hands.

     Official wording (code 10)

     Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed no splash gaurd at designated hand sink in 2nd bar on 2nd floor. Instructed to provide splace guard on side facing prep surface and drinks.

     Official wording (code 39)

     Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Observed cold water handle to be leaking on left side hand sink in men's customer bathroom at time of inspection. Observed left side hand sink in men's bathroom to be slow draining. Observed leak at left side faucet of 4 compartment sink in front bar area. Observed low water pressure at dump sink at southern most corner in front bar area. Instructed manager to service and provide adequate water pressure. Observed leak from left hand basin bottom of 3 compartment sink at time of inspection. 3 compartment sink is still functional and does not leak into other compartments, only a small leak onto the floor. Instructed manager to service and maintain in good repair.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed heavy debris in the floor drains in the front bar area and in the second/elevated bar. Observed heavy grease and debris build up at dishwashing area at rear of facility. Instructed manager to clean and maintain free of excessive debris and food build up.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Observed large equipment in rear hall leading back into dining area that is no longer in use. Instructed manager to remove all unnecessary equipment that is not needed for function of facility.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed low lights available in the utility closet located at the rear near the dish washing area. Instructed to service all lights and provide adequate lighting in storage area.

     Official wording (code 56)

     Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

3. Dec 9, 2024 Pass

   Complaint · Pass

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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: Noted stained and deeply cut cutting boards at kitchen prep area. Instructed to restore to a smooth and easy to surface or replace 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: Noted encrusted grease and food debris underneath all kitchen fryers. Instructed to deep clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Noted low hot water pressure at rear 1 compartment prep sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no allergen training for all certified food managers. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation on site

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

4. Sep 16, 2024 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

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   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: 2-402.11//noted food handlers in kitchen without proper hair restraints. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-501.12//noted stained and deeply cut cutting boards at kitchen prep area. Instructed to restore to a smooth and easy to surface or replace and maintain.------- 4-501.13//noted kitchen microwave in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean 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: 4-601.11(c)//noted encrusted grease and food debris underneath all kitchen fryers. Instructed to deep clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15//noted low hot water pressure at rear 1 compartment prep sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11//noted stained carpet outside of dining lobby mechanical room, diry floors at front bar underneath 3 compartment sink, and dirty floor drain in front of ice machine. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13//noted no allergen training for all certified food managers. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation on site

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

5. Sep 11, 2024 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed person in charge without proof of food safety management training during time of inspection. Must provide

     Official wording (code 1)

     Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

   • CriticalFood temperature

     Cold food was held above a safe temperature.

     Inspector’s note: Observed improper internal temperature of tcs foods crumbled blue cheese 49.1 f, shredded cheddar cheese 49.8 f, boiled eggs 49 f, avocado spread 48.5 f, wild honey mustard (contains egg) 48.7 f, ranch dressing 49.7, blue cheese dressing 51.9, cheesecake slices 48.8, pico de gallo 49.6 f, sliced tomatoes 48.9 f in produce walk-in cooler. Approximately 594 lbs valued at $1800.00 discarded and denatured by the person in charge. 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: Noted walk-in produce cooler with ambient air 50.5 f. Refrigerator serviced during inspection ambient air at 39.0 f priority violation #7-38-005. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 33)

     Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

     Inspector’s note: Observed inadequate wastewater disposal from 3-compartment sink when water is released. Observed water overflowing from floor drain. Priority violation #7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 52)

     Sewage & waste water properly disposed

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Noted food handlers in kitchen without proper hair restraints. Instructed to provide and maintain.

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

     Inspector’s note: Noted stained and deeply cut cutting boards at kitchen prep area. Instructed to restore to a smooth and easy to surface or replace 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: Noted kitchen microwave in need of cleaning. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 47)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no chlorine test strips on site for sodium hypochlorite sanitizing solution at kitchen and front bar low-temperature dish machines. Priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued.

     Official wording (code 48)

     Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted encrusted grease and food debris underneath all kitchen fryers. Instructed to deep clean, sanitize and maintain.

     Official wording (code 49)

     Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Noted low hot water pressure at rear 1 compartment prep sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Noted stained carpet outside of dining lobby mechanical room, diry floors at front bar underneath 3 compartment sink, and dirty floor drain in front of ice machine. Instructed to clean and maintain.

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Observed facility food handlers preparing and handling time and temperature control for safety(tcs) foods chicken, beef, dairy base dressings, cut leafy greens, and sliced tomatoes without manager that holds an original city of chicago food service certificate on site. Informed person in charge city of chicago original food service certificate must remain posted on site and certified manager on site during tcs food prep, cooking, serving and operating hours. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Noted no allergen training for all certified food managers. Instructed any persons with the city of chicago food sanitation certificate to comply with completion of training. Must provide documentation on site

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

6. Dec 20, 2023 Pass

   Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

   No violations

7. Dec 13, 2023 Fail

   Canvass · Fail

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   • CriticalFood handling

     Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

     Inspector’s note: Observed chlorine sanitizer reading at 0 ppm inside of low temperature dish machine located in dish washing room. Sanitizer reading must be at least 100 ppm. Priority violation. 7-38-025. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: OBSERVED OVER 30 FRUIT FLIES LOCATED IN DISH WASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ELIMINATE ALL EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(a). CITATION ISSUED.

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralRepeat violation

     A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

     Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from 6-28-2022, report #2560000. #58--2-102.13: additional allergen training certificate is required for all certified food service managers. Priority foundation violation. 7-42-090. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 60)

     Previous core violation corrected

   • PaperworkManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: No certified food manager on site while tcs foods are being prepared and served(chicken, burgers). Instructed to have a certified food manager on site at all times while tcs foods are being prepared and served. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-012. Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 2)

     City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

8. Jun 28, 2022 Conditional

   Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: 3-304.14: all wiping cloths in all prep areas must be held in a container with a sanitizing solution between use.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: 4-901.11: hanged clean utensils for air-dry at south wall across from low temp dishmachine are too low to floor. Must relocate to minimize the source of contamination.

     Official wording (code 44)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: We observed water backing up from floor drain onto floor at main bar first floor. Once the water is turned on at faucets(handwashing,three compartment sink,etc) floor drains overflowing(one floor drain in that location,under the exposed handsinks. A plumber was called at 11:50am by the manager.problem repaired by the manager at 12:20pm. Priority 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: repair handles at handwashing sink in kitchen, not easily operating.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.12: caulking between the wall and low temp dishmachine with black slime substance. Walls in dishroom with excess grimes.clean and maintain

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: 6-201.11: missing ceiling tiles at rear storage/prep area,replace. Broken grout at repaired floor tiles in dishroom, repair

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: additional allergen training certificate is required for all certified food service managers

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

9. Jun 17, 2022 Fail

   Complaint · Fail

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   • CriticalManagement & training

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

     Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy/training on-site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on-site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. Citation issued. On 6-21-22, employee health policy/training on-site.

     Official wording (code 3)

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

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

     Hands weren’t washed properly or when required.

     Inspector’s note: Observed employee at end of shift removed gloves and washed his hands and arms at set three-compartment sink. Must do handwashing at the handwashing sink. The manager discussed the issue with the employee. Priority violation:7-38-010,citation issued

     Official wording (code 8)

     Hands clean & properly washed

   • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

     Inspector’s note: The handwashing sink in the dishroom is not accessible for handwashing. Instructed to repair issue. Priority foundation violation:7-38-030(c), citation issued. On 6-21-22, the violation was corrected.

     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 soap provided at handwashing sink at first floor main bar also soap dispenser removed from wall, at dishroom by low temp dishmachine unable to dispense soap. Instructed to provide soap. And re-install the soap dispenser in said area. Priority foundation violation:7-38-030(c)consolidated with the above violation.

     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: Observed empty bottle of sanitizing solution at low temp dish machine at dishroom; dishes, pots trays etc being washed, 0 ppm chlorine. Sanitizer solution provided by the manager. However, the unit did not dispense sanitizing solution at the final rinse,0ppm. Instructed to repair issue. Low temp dish machine tagged, "do not use. " use a three-compartment sink for washing, rinsing, and sanitizing dishes. Priority violation 7-38-005,citation issued.

     Official wording (code 16)

     Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

   • CriticalFacility upkeep

     Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

     Inspector’s note: Found improper hot water temperature at hand washing sink at main bar on first floor(water temp of 82.5f). Also, the handwashing sink at east fryer station has a water temp of 80f. Instructed manager that proper hot water temperature at hand washing sinks must be at a minimum of 100.0f or higher through a mixing valve or combination faucet. .priority violation. 7-38-030(c). Citation issued 6-21-22 hot water provided

     Official wording (code 50)

     Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

   • GeneralPests

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

     Inspector’s note: Over 50 small flies in serving, dining, and bar areas: on walls, on pictures frames, on tv, etc. Instructed to remove, clean, and sanitize areas. Priority foundation:738-020(a) citation issued

     Official wording (code 38)

     Insects, rodents, & animals not present

   • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

     Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

     Inspector’s note: Observed some employee with not effective hair restraint.hair must be completely restraint

     Official wording (code 40)

     Personal cleanliness

   • GeneralFood handling

     Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

     Inspector’s note: All wiping cloths in all prep areas must be held in a container with a sanitizing solution between use.

     Official wording (code 41)

     Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

   • GeneralFood handling

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

     Inspector’s note: Hanged clean utensils for air-dry at south wall across from low temp dishmachine are too low to floor. Must relocate to minimize the source of contamination.

     Official wording (code 44)

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

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

     Inspector’s note: Repair handles at handwashing sink in kitchen, not easily operating.

     Official wording (code 51)

     Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Caulking between the wall and low temp dishmachine with black slime substance. Walls in dishroom with excess grimes.clean and maintain

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • GeneralFacility upkeep

     Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

     Inspector’s note: Missing ceiling tiles at rear storage/prep area,replace. Broken grout at repaired floor tiles in dishroom, repair

     Official wording (code 55)

     Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

   • PaperworkManagement & training

     Required allergen training was missing.

     Inspector’s note: Additional allergen training certificate is required for all certified food service managers

     Official wording (code 58)

     Allergen training as required

10. Feb 16, 2022 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical2 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Accumulated grease and food debris at interior and exterior of cooking equipment, on walls, utility connections and equipment surfaces behind cooking line.must 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: Broken caulking between wall and low temp dish machine,clean and replace. Also broken grouth between floor tiles in dish room and prep area re-grout said floor tile(water between tile) .

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificate provided on site,instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Additional allergen training certificates provided on site. Instructed to provide for all new certified food service managers

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

11. Feb 15, 2022 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed chlorine chemical sanitizing dish machine not properly dispensing chlorine sanitizer while dishes were being washed. 0 ppm chlorine noted after several attempts. Repair cause. Priority foundation violation 7-38-025 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Accumulated grease and food debris at interior and exterior of cooking equipment, on walls, utility connections and equipment surfaces behind cooking line.must 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: Broken caulking between wall and low temp dish machine,clean and replace. Also broken grouth between floor tiles in dish room and prep area re-grout said floor tile(water between tile) .

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificate provided on site,instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Additional allergen training certificates provided on site. Instructed to provide for all new certified food service managers

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

12. Feb 14, 2022 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no employee health policy/training on site. Instructed facility to establish an appropriate employee health policy/training system and maintain with verifiable documents on site. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Hot or cold water wasn’t available, or water pressure was too low.

      Inspector’s note: No hot water/no hot running water at following areas: both washrooms(second floor) and no other washroom available on site, handwashing sink by the low temp dish machine(main kitchen), and main bar on first floor(water completely turned off).if water was running, water temperature of 50f and below. Priority violation. 7-38-030(c). No citation issued

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must not use cardboards as liner for shelving.remove.surface must be smooth cleanable and non-absorbent material.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Accumulated grease and food debris at interior and exterior of cooking equipment, on walls, utility connections and equipment surfaces behind cooking line.must 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: Broken caulking between wall and low temp dish machine,clean and replace. Also broken grouth between floor tiles in dish room and prep area re-grout said floor tile(water between tile) .

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificate provided on site,instructed to provide

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Additional allergen training certificates provided on site. Instructed to provide for all new certified food service managers

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

13. Nov 15, 2021 Conditional

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

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    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No person in charge was present at the time of inspection. Priority foundation violation. No citation was issued.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: The person in charge is unable to provide health employee policy instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation was issued.

      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: 2-501.11 management is unable to provide a procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea. Instructed to have one, including the chemicals and supplies needed. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b) noted no thermometers inside refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometers.

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-201.11 noted torn rubber gasket inside the prep service cooler door by the take-out counter. Instructed to repair and maintain and/or replace.

      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: 4-201.11 noted ice build-up inside the walk-in cooler on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.11 noted the following:- missing tiles on the floor by the ice machine at the kitchen prep area, walls behind the sprayer sink, and dishwashing machine with black and mold-like substance. Instructed to repair floor, maintain dry and detail clean walls and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-101.11 noted no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods (chicken, hamburgers, salads etc.) were being prepared and served. (manager presented photocopy of the city of chicago food service certificate). Instructed management that a certified food manager must be present at all times tcs foods are prepared and served. Also, the person in charge must have a city of chicago certificate by the next inspection (upon being inspected) priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 noted employees at work with no food handler certificates. Instructed management that all employees are required to have the food handler certificates on-site at all times and one month (30 days) grace period for new hires

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13 noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

14. Nov 8, 2021 Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    3 critical6 general3 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No person in charge was present at the time of inspection. Priority foundation violation. No citation was issued.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: The person in charge is unable to provide health employee policy instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation was issued.

      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: Management is unable to provide a procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea. Instructed to have one, including the chemicals and supplies needed. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted no thermometers inside refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometer

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted over 50 flying insects on walls, shelves, ceiling, and equipment at the dishwashing area. Instructed to detail, clean, and sanitize affected areas, eliminating pest activity. Instructed to consult with pest control company and have premises treated. 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: Noted torn rubber gasket inside the prep service cooler door by the take-out counter. Instructed to repair and maintain and/or replace.

      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: Noted ice build-up inside the walk-in cooler on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted the following:- missing tiles on the floor by the ice machine at the kitchen prep area, dirty standing water inside the missing tiles walls behind the sprayer sink, and dishwashing machine with black and mold-like substance. Instructed to repair floor, maintain dry and detail clean walls and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors throughout, especially the kitchen, dishwashing area, and bars. Must also clean and maintain all floor drains.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods (chicken, hamburgers, salads etc.) were being prepared and served. Instructed management that a certified food manager must be present at all times tcs foods are prepared and served. Also, the person in charge must have a city of chicago certificate by the next inspection (upon being inspected) priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Noted employees at work with no food handler certificates. Instructed management that all employees are required to have the food handler certificates on-site at all times and one month (30 days) grace period for new hires

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

15. Oct 26, 2021 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    3 critical9 general3 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: No person in charge present at the time of inspection. Priority foundation violation. No citation issued.

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: The person in charge unable to provide health employee policy instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      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: Management unable to provide a procedure for cleaning up vomiting and diarrhea.instructed to have one including the chemicals and supplies needed. Priority foundation #7-38-005. No citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted no thermometers inside refrigeration unit conspicuously posted to monitor the ambient temperature of equipment. Instructed to equip all refrigeration units with accurate and working thermometer

      Official wording (code 36)

      Thermometers provided & accurate

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Noted ice scoops stored inside ice machine on ice and others on counters tops. Instructed to remove and provide an ice scoop holder.

      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: Noted torn rubber gasket inside the prep service cooler door by the take-out counter. Instructed to repair and maintain and/or replace.

      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: Noted ice build-up inside the walk-in cooler on the floor and shelves. Instructed to repair and maintain the condensation units.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Noted no sanitizer test strip kit on-site at the time of inspection. Instructed to have a test strip kit on-site at all times to monitor the strength of the sanitizer properly. Priority foundation. 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Noted the followings:- missing tiles on floor by the ice machine at the kitchen prep area dirty standing water inside the missing tiles walls behind the sprayer sink and dishwashing machine with black and mold-like substance. Instructed to repair floor, maintain dry and detail clean walls and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to detail clean and maintain floors throughout, especially the kitchen, dishwashing area, and bars. Must also clean and maintain all floor drains.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted employee belongings on shelves at the counter of the waiters station on the second floor with food items. Instructed to provide a designated area for employees to store their belongings.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Noted dirt and grease accumulation inside, on pipes/conduits and on edges of the exhaust hood and filters above cooking equipment. Instructed to detail clean and maintain hood, filters and pipes/conduits.

      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: Noted no certified food manager on duty while tcs foods (chicken, hamburgers, salads etc.) were being prepared and served. Instructed management that a certified food manager must be present at all times tcs foods are prepared and served and also the person in charge must have a city of chicago certificate by next inspection (upon being inspected) priority foundation violation 7-38-012. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Noted employees at work with no food handler certificates. Instructed management that all employees are required to have the food handler certificates on site at all times and one month (30 days) grace period for new hires -

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Noted certified food managers on duty with no allergen training certification. Instructed management that all food service managers are required to have the allergen training certification

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

16. Apr 28, 2021 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-201.11 observed no employee health policies on site. Sample was provided to manager. Priority foundation 7-38-010 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

17. Apr 26, 2021 Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 critical 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 policies on site. Sample was provided to manager. Priority foundation 7-38-010 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no soap and no paper towels at only handwashing station behind main bar. Bartenders were making and serving drinks at time of inspection. Priority foundation citation 7-38-030(c) soap and paper towels were provided at time of inspection.

      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: Observed in use low temperaure chlorine dish machine at bar area with no sanitizer detected oppm of chlorine and in use low temperaure chlorine dish machine in main dishwashing area with oppm of chlorine detected. Both dish machines were tagged during inspection. Priority violation 7-38-025

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed walk in cooler containing time temperature controlled foods at ambient air temperature 49f. Food temperaures were not affected. Walk in cooler was tagged during inspection. Priority violation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

18. May 12, 2020 Pass

    Complaint · Pass

    1 critical4 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalFood handling

      Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.

      Inspector’s note: Interior of ice machine compartments and front plastic sliding doors not cleaned, beginning of mineral build-up. Ice is used for human consumption. Instructed to clean, sanitize and maintain unit.

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Staff personal cleanliness was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cook with beard and without a beard restraint. Instructed to provide beard restraints for all food handlers with beards. -

      Official wording (code 40)

      Personal cleanliness

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Water leaking at faucet neck at scrape sink attached at low temp dish machine. Repair and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Ground surrounding garbage dumpster outside need to be clean and remove items included used gloves.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Missing floor tiles in front of ice machine.observed broken and missing grout on floor tiles in prep,dish room some area water between floor tiles. Repair said cause.surface must be smooth cleanable and non-absorbent material.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: No food handler training certificate provided on site,instructed to obtain.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Additional allergen certificate must be provided on site for all certified food service managers

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

19. Dec 19, 2019 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

20. Dec 16, 2019 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical5 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: The person in charge unable to provide supplies for employee to use when responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste water backing up in the floor drain under the outer hand washing sink at the bar, when the water is running at another hand sink in the said bar area. Also, one of the compartments in the 3-comp sink is not draining properly, waste water standing in basin. Instructed to contact plumber to have sink rodded & repaired. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky pipes underneath handwashing sinks in prep and dishwashing areas. Also, repair non-working urinal in men's toilet room. Instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dirt and debris under heavy equipment in prep area, and excessive water accumulation on floor at bar, due to water backing up at floor drain. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair non-working ventilation fans in both mens and womens toilet room. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Must replace burned out lights in rear employee dining, coat rack, and break area. Instructed to maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected for inspection report date. Violation includes: #598 allergen certificates are required for all employees that have a city of chicago food sanitation license. Instructed to complete the online training and keep certificate onsite. Violation still exists. Priority foundation 7-42-090 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site nor city of chicago food service sanitation certificate posted when (tcs)foods are being prepared and served. Such as chicken wings, chicken, hamburgers salads, chili,chicken tacos etc,. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #60

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

21. Oct 18, 2018 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    5 critical3 general2 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-201.14(n) the person in charge unable to provide health employee policy instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      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: : 2-501.11 the person in charge unable to provide procedure for employee to follow when responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued

      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: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs or posters near to hand washing sinks throughout premises. Must provide and maintain.

      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: 3-501.17 observed ready-to-eat time and temperature control for safety not date marked to indicate the date the food must be sold discarded or consumed within 7 days. Instructed to date mark all ready-to-eat tcs foods when held more than 24 hours. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisor disclosure or reminder of raw under cooked foods on menu(hamburger) must provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 backflow preventer not located at the ice machine in rear prep area, lower level bar ice machine and service sink. Instructed to install so that can be located to be serviced and maintained

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed dirt and food debris on floor behind ice machine and underneath 3-compartment sink. Must clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501,11 must regrout floor in kitchen food prep area and rear dishwashing area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.12 observed no city of chicago certified food manager on site nor city of chicago food service sanitation certificate posted when (tcs)foods are being prepared and served. Such as chicken wings, chicken, hamburgers salads, chili,chicken tacos etc,. Priority foundation violation 7-38-012 citation issued.

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa-100-0367 observed no certified food manager on site with required allergen training. Instructed that all certified food managers must complete allergen training requirements.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

22. Oct 1, 2018 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    9 critical4 general1 paperwork Show violations

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: 2-201.14(n) the person in charge unable to provide health employee policy instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-010. No citation issued.

      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: 2-501.11 the person in charge unable to provide procedure for employee to follow when responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instructed to provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. No citation issued.

      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: 6-301.14 observed no hand washing signs or posters near to hand washing sinks throughout premises. Must provide and maintain.

      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: 6-301.11 observed no hand soap at the hand washing sink in rear prep area by hot line area and no soap at the hand washing sink located in the upper level service station area. Manager provide soap during inspection. Instructed to provide hand soap at all handwashing sinks at all times and must maintain. 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: 5-202.12 observed handwashing sink not maintained. Observed no hot water available at the hand washing sink located in the upper level front service station. Water temperature 61.1f. Instructed to repair water and maintain water temperature at 100.0f at all times. Instructed to use other handwashing sinks for hand washing. Priority foundation violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

      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: 4-601.11(a) food (ice) not protected from contamination during storage. Observed black slime substance in the interior contact surfaces of ice machine located in front lower level bar. Slime likely to contaminate ice for human consumption. Instructed to discontinue using machine until service cleaned and sanitized. Manager had employee to clean and sanitized ice machine during inspection. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005. Citation issued. Cos

      Official wording (code 16)

      Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: 3-501.17 observed ready-to-eat time and temperature control fo safety not date marked to indicate the date the food must be sold discarded or consumed within 7 days. Instructed to date mark all ready-to-eat tcs foods when held more than 24hours. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: 3-603.11 observed no consumer advisor disclosure or reminder of raw under cooked foods on menu(hamburger) must provide and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of improper pest control on premises. Observed over 25 live fruit flies on walls and ceiling in front lower level bar and rear upper bar. Must clean and sanitized affected areas. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate flying insect problem priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-204.12 backflow preventer not located at the ice machine in rear prep area, lower level bar ice machine and service sink. Instructed to install so that can be located to be serviced and maintained.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501,11 must regrout floor in kitchen food prep area and rear dishwashing area.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed dirt and food debris on floor behind ice machine and underneath 3-compartment sink. Must clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Pa-100-0367 observed no certified food manager on site with required allergen training. Instructed that all certified food managers must complete allergen training requirements.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

23. Oct 13, 2017 Conditional

    Short Form Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified manager on site when potentially hazardous foods such as cooked chicken are prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair/replace cutting boards on prep coolers throughout prep area, dark black grooves and stains present. Also, repair broken staff break table in rear, table detached from wall. Instructed to maintain al

24. Aug 28, 2017 Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: On site for re-inspection. No city of chicago certified manager on site during the re-inspection while potentially hazardous food; chicken, is being prepared or served. Instructed to have a certified manager on site at all times when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair/replace cutting boards on prep coolers throughout prep area, dark black grooves and stains present. Also, repair broken staff break table in rear, table detached from wall. Instructed to maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dried food from interior contact surface of microwaves in prep area. Detail clean food debris from lower storage shelves under prep coolers/tables throughout prep area. Clean excessive grease from wheel casters on heavy equipment. Clean dried food debris from floor fan being used in prep area. Instructed to maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean debris from floors (corners & wall base), under dish machine, and under heavy equipment in prep area. Clean water from floors in both mens and womens toilet rooms. Remove dried food debris and ice from floors in walk in cooler and freezer. Clean debris from floor near rear exit door where interior garbage dumpster is stored. Debris on floor behind front bar. Instructed to maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease from hood filters. Clean excessive dust from ceiling vents throughout. Repair wall base and detached wall trim from wall in rear prep near rear exit door. Clean dried food from walls throughout prep area. Instructed to maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean unknown debris from light shields in rear prep area. Instructed to maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky hot water knob at 3-comp sink in rear prep area. Instructed to maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed no idph food handler certificates present on site. Have folder available for inspector for all food handler certificates during inspection.

25. Aug 21, 2017 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical10 general Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.

      Inspector’s note: Sanitarian and on-site supervisor observed employee walk into the prep area and begin handling food/food containers without washing his hands, after he observing us watching him, he then put on gloves without washing his hands. Instructed supervisor to inform staff about preforming good hygienic practices at all times, and no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods. Use gloves, tongs, etc. Critical violation 7-38-010 (a)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed a black slime like substance on the interior panel and hoses of the ice machine behind the front bar. Likely to contaminate ice for human consumption. Instructed to discontinue use of machine until cleaned and sanitized. Serious violation 7-38-005(a)

    • 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 approximately 50 live small flies on the walls around the mop sink, rear prep and the ceiling and walls around the large dish machine. Instructed to remove flies. Clean and sanitize the affected areas. Contact pest control provider for service and maintain all. 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: No city of chicago certified manager on site during the inspection while potentially hazardous food; chicken, is being prepared or served. Instructed to have a certified manager on site at all times when potentially hazardous foods are being prepared or served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair/replace cutting boards on prep coolers throughout prep area, dark black grooves and stains present. Also, repair broken staff break table in rear, table detached from wall. Instructed to maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean dried food from interior contact surface of microwaves in prep area. Detail clean food debris from lower storage shelves under prep coolers/tables throughout prep area. Clean excessive grease from wheel casters on heavy equipment. Clean dried food debris from floor fan being used in prep area. Instructed to maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must detail clean debris from floors (corners & wall base), under dish machine, and under heavy equipment in prep area. Clean water from floors in both mens and womens toilet rooms. Remove dried food debris and ice from floors in walk in cooler and freezer. Clean debris from floor near rear exit door where interior garbage dumpster is stored. Debris on floor behind front bar. Instructed to maintain all.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease from hood filters. Clean excessive dust from ceiling vents throughout. Repair wall base and detached wall trim from wall in rear prep near rear exit door. Clean dried food from walls throughout prep area. Instructed to maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean unknown debris from light shields in rear prep area. Instructed to maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair leaky hot water knob at 3-comp sink in rear prep area. Instructed to maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Food handler requirements not met. Information provided.

26. Dec 22, 2016 Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FRYER CABINETS,GRILL TABLES,ALL PREP COOLERS,WHEEL BASES , LEGS, PIPES OF ALL EQUIPMENT,ALL STORAGE SHELVING UNITS INCLUDING IN WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE IN FRONT BAR AREA,DISH RACKS,PRODUCE & BEER WALK IN COOLERS FAN GUARD COVERS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN EXCESSIVE GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZER.MUST REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM FLOORS IN DISH WASHING AREA,FRONT BAR AREA,WAIT STATION AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER.MUST GROUT FLOOR IN PREP AREA NEAR FRYERS,NEAR LARGE ICE MACHINE AND WALK IN FREEZER,DISH WASHING AREA

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRI FROM ,FILTERS,WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP AREAS AND DISH WASHING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE CAULKING AT HOOD NEAR GRILL.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL WALL AND CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPES AT 4- COMP SINK IN FRONT BAR AREA,LEAKY BACK FLOW DEVICE ON LARGE ICE MACHINE

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER FOR FRONT PICK UP HOT HOLDING CABINET AND SMALL PREP COOLER FOR SAUCES

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REMOVE,ELEVATE EMPLOYEES BELONGS(SHOES FROM FLOOR IN REAR LOCKER AREA AND MAINTAIN

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL FOOD HANDLERS

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST STORE ICE SCOOPS IN A CLEAN CONTAINER.

27. Dec 15, 2016 Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    11 general Show violations

    • 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 appx. 100 or more live small flies flying around premises,on walls,t.v's and ceilings throughout prep areas,wait station areas,bar areas,dining areas,dish washing area.excessive food and debri in all floor drains and trouts,food build up on floor along wall bases in prep areas,bar areas.also small flies crawling in floor drain in rear bar area near hand sink.also front double entry door has a appx."1" gap in lower center.must rodent proof door.clean floor and drains.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 12/15/16.(serious 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 certificate posted on site to view and no certified food manager on duty while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (chicken,queso,chili,hamburgers,etc)must provide certificate and post and be on site at all times.(serious 7-38-012)

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dish washing facilities not mainatined.observed 3- compartment sink floor drain slow draining in rear dish washing area when water is released from sink to floor drain slow draining and pooling onto floor.must repair and maintain floor drain .(serious 7-38-030)

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debri from fryer cabinets,grill tables,all prep coolers,wheel bases , legs, pipes of all equipment,all storage shelving units including in walk in cooler and freezer,interior parts of ice machine in front bar area,dish racks,produce & beer walk in coolers fan guard covers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean excessive grease and food debri from floor under,around,along wall bases throughout walk in coolers and freezer.must remove standing water from floors in dish washing area,front bar area,wait station area.must remove ice build up from floor in walk in freezer.must grout floor in prep area near fryers,near large ice machine and walk in freezer,dish washing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean grease and food debri from ,filters,walls throughout prep areas and dish washing area.must repair or replace loose caulking at hood near grill.must clean dust build up from all wall and ceiling vents throughout

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky pipes at 4- comp sink in front bar area,leaky back flow device on large ice machine.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

      Inspector’s note: Must provide thermometer for front pick up hot holding cabinet and small prep cooler for sauces.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove,elevate employees belongs(shoes from floor in rear locker area and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide hair restraints for all food handlers.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Must store ice scoops in a clean container.

28. Feb 18, 2016 Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of water and oily residue in the cook line near the fryers. Also observed accumulation of soda syrup on the floor near the soda rack. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Accumulation of dust on the ceiling vents near chemical storage and near the hallway serving the walk in cooler/freezer. Instructed to clean the vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Old booths are being stored on the floor in the employee locker area hallway. Remove unecessary furniture from premises.

29. Feb 5, 2016 Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the exterior of the dumpster area to be unclean in the following areas: loose garbage and debris on the ground near the loading side of the trash compactor, old restaurant booth furniture on ground next to compactor, greenish liquid dripping heavily from the bottom of the end of the compactor and accumulating on the pavement, oily residue accumulating at the base of the waste oil receptacle. Instructed to clean and maintain these areas and prevent any leakage from the compactor. Serious citation issued: 7-38-020

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed accumulation of water and oily residue in the cook line near the fryers. Also observed accumulation of soda syrup on the floor near the soda rack. Instructed to clean and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Accumulation of dust on the ceiling vents near chemical storage and near the hallway serving the walk in cooler/freezer. Instructed to clean the vents.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Old booths are being stored on the floor in the employee locker area hallway. Remove unecessary furniture from premises.

30. Feb 17, 2015 Conditional

    Complaint · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified food manager present while potentially hazardous food is being prepared cooked and served including chicken. No city of chicago certified food manager certificate posted and no original certificate on site at time of inspection. Serious violation 7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed soda gun holders in front and rear bar unclean with slimey residue. Clean and maintain soda gun holders.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dish machine in kitchen leaking water onto floor. Maintain dish machine so that there is no leaking condition.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: Observed no idph food handler certificates present on site. Have folder available for inspector for all food handler certificates during inspection.

31. Jun 18, 2014 Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must increase the hot water pressure in the exposed hand sink by the dish washing area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All ice scoop must be srored on a separate container to prevent possible contamination of the ice.

32. Oct 8, 2013 Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

33. Sep 20, 2013 Conditional

    License · Pass w/ Conditions

    1 critical Show violations

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Sewage and waste water disposal, no back siphonage, cross connection and/or back flow

      Inspector’s note: 2nd floor bar dish machine dispensing large amount of waste water from floor drain onto the floor and waste water leaking out of door seal during wash cycle. Dish machine tagged held for inspection and must not use until repaired and c.d.p.h. Contacted for re-inspection and tag removal. No citation issued.

34. Sep 17, 2013 Fail

    License · Fail

    No violations