Frida Room

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: 5-205.15 faucet handle on 3 compartment sprayer in need of adjusting. Instructed to correct and maintain

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

Inspector’s note: Observed approx 200-250 droppings in basement area of establishment, approx 30-40 droppings at rear prep pantry area. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize all areas of establishment. Contact pest control for service and maintain free from pest activity. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

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

Inspector’s note: Interior of ice machine in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintin.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Sides, table legs, back of reach in cooler, back of prep tables all in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up and food spills. Instructed to detail clean and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Faucet handle on 3 compartment sprayer in need of adjusting. Instructed to correct and maintain

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Floors throughout 1st and basement areas in need of detail cleaning to remove all debris and build up. Instructed to detail clean and maintain

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Must clean the interior of the walk in cooler ceiling, wall and fan cover to remove dust and debris. Also clean the interior of the ice machine in the basement.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the self closing device on the men washroom door not working. Must repair and maintain.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Floor in the storage areas need cleaning to remove debris and/or spills along the wall base and in corners.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed the wall in poor repair(chipping paint and dry wall) around the dishwashing. Must repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed half of the front entrance door not rodent proofed with a 1/4 inch gap at the bottom of the door. Instructed to make said door rodent proofed and tight fitting.

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

Inspector’s note: Found approx. 70 mouse droppings on site in the following areas: under all shelves in dry storage, in left corner of chemical storage closet, under all cooking equipment storage, on left side and behind coolers at front bar, throughout basement, at entrance hallway of kitchen. Instructed manager to remove droppings, clean, sanitize and maintain said areas. Also noted approx 15 small flies, located in rear prep next to exit door and in kitchen prep area. Must minimize small fly activity. Recommended contacting pest control. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed front entrance door not tight fitting. Observed a 1/4 inch gap. Also noted basement exit door not tight fitting. Instructed manager to provide tight fitting door to prevent pest entering.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed a black substance on the wall behind the 3 compartment sink in the rear food prep area. Observed accumulated food and grease debris in between oven and fryer and interior of the fryers. Observed a stained cutting board attached to the 3 door prep cooler. Observed worn and stained pastry spatulas store on the wall by the dish machine. Instructed to clean and sanitize all and replace spatulas.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed wall in poor repair under the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable. 6-501.12 observed floors throughout the food prep area with accumulated food dirt and grease debris located under shelves, under refrigeration units and under all of the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 observed evidence of pest activity on site. Observed about 20 rodent droppings on the stairs leading to the basement, about 50 rodent droppings located in a corner next to the ice machine stored in the basement, and about 15 live small flies on the photos in the customer dining area. Instructed to eliminate pest activity, clean and sanitize affected areas, and recommended contacting pest control for a service. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-020(a).

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c) observed a black substance on the wall behind the 3 compartment sink in the rear food prep area. Observed accumulated food and grease debris in between oven and fryer and interior of the fryers. Observed a stained cutting board attached to the 3 door prep cooler. Observed worn and stained pastry spatulas store on the wall by the dish machine. Instructed to clean and sanitize all and replace spatulas.

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

Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed no covered receptacle inside of the women's toilet room. Instructed to provide.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-201.11 observed wall in poor repair under the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to make all surfaces smooth and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 observed floors throughout the food prep area with accumulated food dirt and grease debris located under shelves, under refrigeration units and under all of the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean and sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed #10 can opener in rear not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize/maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed aluminum foil on the storage shelf above the slicer in rear prep area, instructed to remove, surface to be smooth, even and easily cleanable.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed several cracked floor tiles in the rear prep/dish area, instructed to replace.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the rear #10 can opener not clean, instructed to clean and sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed aluminum foil on the storage shelf above the slicer in rear prep area, instructed to remove, surface to be smooth. Even, easily cleanable.

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

Inspector’s note: Dishmachine not maintained. Observed no sanitizer( 0 ppm, with his, and my test strips)being automatic dispensed into dish machine at this time, instructed to use 3 compartment sink until dish machine is repaired/reinspection is conducted. Instructed dish machine tagged at this time,7-38-025 priority fundation citation issued.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed several cracked floor tiles in the rear prep/dish area, instructed to replace.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean floor under shelving of dry food storage area of spilled food items and litter. Also clean under shelves of walk-in cooler.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Must properly store wash cloths in bucket with proper sanitizing solution concentration when not in use.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn door gaskets inside of the prep cooler doors. Must replace torn door gaskets.

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

Inspector’s note: Detail clean the interior of the microwave.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed standing water on the basement floor. Must maintain the basement floor dry at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Recaulk and seal the handwashing sink in the men's washroom.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide end caps and light shields for all light fixtures in the food prep area. Must provide.

Food (ice) dispensing utensils, wash cloths properly stored

Inspector’s note: Observed the ice scoop stored in the ice in the ice bin at the coffee bar. Also, observed the ice scoop for the basement ice machine stored on top of the boxes of fountain pop. Management instructed to store all ice scoops in a clean container outside of the ice bin or machine.

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

Inspector’s note: Food not protected from contamination during preparation. Observed 2 fly strips hung from the ceiling in the food prep area. Management instructed that fly strips may not be hung in food preparation or storage areas. The fly strips were removed by the manager during the inspection. Serious violation 7-38-005a.

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 rodent activity on the premises and improper pest control measures in the basement. Observed approximately 25 rat droppings on the floor of the basement along the walls behind stored equipment and under the staircase. Management instructed to clean and remove all rodent droppings. Additional pest control service is needed to minimize or eliminate the pest activity. Also, observed improper pest control measures. Observed open rodent bait and poison on the ground throughout the basement. Management instructed to clean and remove all open rodent bait/poison and place it in closed containers only. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area is not maintained clean and dumpster lids not closed. Observed garbage stored over the top of the container so that the dumpster lid could not be closed. Also observed garbage and litter on the ground next to the dumpster and an excessive amount of garbage in the courtyard behind the restaurant and under the staircase. Management instructed to maintain adequate garbage pickup so that garbage does not overflow the container. Management instructed to clean and maintain the area outside of the restaurant and keep it free of garbage and litter. Serious violation 7-38-020.

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

Inspector’s note: No city of chicago certified food manager present while potentially hazardous foods (beans at 189.3f) are being prepared and served. Management instructed that a certified food manager must be present at all times while potentially hazardous foods are being prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012.

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

Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation from report #1933148 on 6/21/16 not corrected: 45 - observed employees working without food handler certificates at this time, instructed to provide. Serious violation 7-42-090.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed torn door gaskets inside of the prep cooler doors. Must replace torn door gaskets.

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

Inspector’s note: Detail clean the interior of the microwave.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed standing water on the basement floor. Must maintain the basement floor dry at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide end caps and light shields for all light fixtures in the food prep area. Must provide.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Observed several prep coolers without a thermometer inside. Must provide a thermometer inside of all coolers.

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

Inspector’s note: Remove the broken wood pieces and intact wood piles from the basement floor to eliminate pest harborage conditions.

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

Inspector’s note: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION MANGER ON PREMISES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZADROUS FOODS BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012a.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood on the bar and wall in the dining area, instructed to seal.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed the following not clean, cutting boards,#10 can opener, and rear slicer, instructed to clean and sanitize.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed no dipper well for hand dipped ice cream, instructed to provide dipper well connected to cold water and proper drain.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: Observed employees working without food handler certificates at this time, instructed to provide. Given copy of idph's food handler info. At this time.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed black/pink slimy mold-like substance on interior parts and equipment inside ice machine. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize ice machine to prevent contamination. Observed several food items stored uncovered in reach-in cooler, uncovered raw beef stored above uncovered cooked, uncovered raw chicken stored next to sliced hash browns, etc. Instructed manager to properly cover all food items and store cooked and ready to eat food above raw food to prevent contamination. Serious violation 7-38-005a

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

Inspector’s note: Seal all raw wood surfaces on newly constructed side counter.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all coolers, freezers, gaskets on prep coolers, compressor/fans in reach-in coolers, stove, fryers, oven, prep tables, slicer, shelving units, etc

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

Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and basement areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean and paint walls and ceilings in rear prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainlines under exposed sink and ice machine in front beverage area.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed black/pink slimy mold-like substance on interior parts and equipment inside ice machine. Instructed manager to clean and sanitize ice machine to prevent contamination. Observed several food items stored uncovered in reach-in cooler, uncovered raw beef stored above uncovered cooked food, uncovered raw chicken stored next to sliced hash browns, etc. Instructed manager to properly cover all food items and store cooked and ready to eat food above raw food to prevent contamination. Serious violation 7-38-005a

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

Inspector’s note: Seal all raw wood surfaces on newly constructed side counter.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all coolers, freezers, gaskets on prep coolers, compressor/fans in reach-in coolers, stove, fryers, oven, prep tables, slicer, shelving units, etc

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

Inspector’s note: Clean floors under all cooking equipment, prep tables, coolers, freezers, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and basement areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean and paint walls and ceilings in rear prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking drainlines under exposed sink and ice machine in front beverage area.

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

Inspector’s note: Remove all unused equipment and articles in basement. Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding.

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

Inspector’s note: No certified manager on duty when cooked to order food is prepared and served. Serious violation 7-38-012a

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers in all coolers.

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

Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding. Organize paper good storage area. Elevate all stock off floor in basement and rear storage areas.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates available during inspection. Must provide certificate or documentation of enrollment by 7-1-15.

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

Inspector’s note: 3-compartment sink not maintained water backing up and slowly draining in compartments. Instructed manager to repair 3-compartment sink to properly wash, rinse and sanitize food equipment and utensils. Serious violation 7-38-030

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

Inspector’s note: Clean interior and exterior of all cooking equipment and fan guard in rear reach-in cooler near upright freezers.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace damaged floor tiles in rear storage area. Clean floors under all equipment in prep area, along walls and in all corners in prep, storage, and basement areas.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean ventilation fans in washrooms.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide adequate lighting in rear prep and dishwashing area.

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

Inspector’s note: Repair leaking faucet on 3-compartment sink. Extend waste line from coffee machine to floor drain in front beverage area.

Refrigeration and metal stem thermometers provided and conspicuous

Inspector’s note: Provide thermometers in all coolers.

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

Inspector’s note: Store mop heads upright to prevent insect breeding. Organize paper good storage area. Elevate all stock off floor in basement and rear storage areas.

Food handler requirements met

Inspector’s note: No food handler certificates available during inspection. Must provide certificate or documentation of enrollment by 7-1-15.

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

Inspector’s note: Provide,maintain a visible backflow prevention device for the mop sink.

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

Inspector’s note: Observed front counter food prep area, no barrier, not protected from public contamination,must provide and maintain.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide,maintain a pest control log book with all required documents and have available at all times.also,the rear door must be rodent-proofed all across the bottom to prevent pest entry.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide a city of chicago sanitation certificate or valid documentation or registration form for enrollment to a sanitation course.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace cutting boards with deep dark grooves that are stored on the shelving area,repaint wooden dry stoarge shelvings using a non-toxic finish.

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

Inspector’s note: Clean and maintain interiors and exteriors of coolers throughout the premises and upper panel of ice maker requires a detail cleaning.

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

Inspector’s note: Floors along walls and in all corners in need for further cleaning and elevate items of floor in basement 6" off floor/wall for easier cleaning.also,patch holes on floor near the handsink front prep area.

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

Inspector’s note: Replace burnt-out light bulbs in rear cooler storage area and dry storage room and maintain adequate lighting at all times.

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

Inspector’s note: Must provide and maintain 3 sink stoppers for the 3 compartment sink,provide,maintain a visible backflow prevention device for the ice maker,coffee expresso unit,mop sink.