Pass

La Torta Chilanga #2

5407 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

Restaurant ZIP 60632 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Oct 8, 2026

La Torta Chilanga #2 was last inspected on October 8, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations.

Latest inspection

October 8, 2026 · Complaint Re-Inspection

Pass

Result: Pass

2 general1 paperwork
  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

    Inspector’s note: 5-501.116: observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain

    Official wording (code 54)

    Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  • PaperworkManagement & training

    Not all food employees had food-handler training.

    Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

    Official wording (code 57)

    All food employees have food handler training

Inspection history

22 inspections on record

  1. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    5 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111: observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.112: observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: 5-205.15: observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.116: observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: 8-404.13(b:4): observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  2. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    2 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFood source

      Food was spoiled, contaminated, or unsafe.

      Inspector’s note: Observed adulterated container of sliced tomatoes in facility. Observed dead roach in container of sliced tomatoes held in cold holding unit. Instructed food shall be safe, unadulterated and honestly presented. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured said food valued at $5 weighing 3lbs priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 13)

      Food in good condition, safe, & unadulterated

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste water backing up from lid of grease trap onto floor when draining sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair grease trap in prep/dishwashing area for appropriate waste water drainage. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed pest activity in facility. Observed approximately 8 live roaches in facility, observed live roaches crawling in corners of shelving above prep table. Observed two large flies in dining area. Instructed to eliminate roach and fly activity in facility, recommended pest control service facility on or after 10/1/2026 to eliminate roach and fly activity. Instructed to clean and sanitize said affected equipment and clean affected areas. Priority foundation violation. 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dead roach in interior of small cold holding unit. Instructed to remove all dead insects from facility. Instructed to clean and sanitize said cold holding unit.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leaking from hot and cold water knobs on faucet at rear prep/dishwashing handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain. Observed leaking faucet at three compartment sink. Instructed to repair faucet and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed black buildup on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed previous core violations from inspection report #2638385 dated 06/11/2026 not corrected. Instructed to correct. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued. Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain. Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of…

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: At time of inspection facility provided expired food handler training certificates for food handlers. Instructed to provide valid food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  3. Pass

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Pass

    8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors and observed opening at lower right corner of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.19: observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.116: observed grease on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.115: observed grease on ground in front and sides of outside grease container. Instructed to clean ground surrounding outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114: observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for one food handler. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  4. Fail

    Complaint Re-Inspection · Fail

    9 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111: observed over 70 rat droppings in facility. Observed rat droppings in dining area, cashier area and basement. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, remove rat droppings and clean affected areas. Recommended licensed pest control company service facility on or after 6/1/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15: observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors and observed opening at lower right corner of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.19: observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.116: observed grease on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.115: observed grease on ground in front and sides of outside grease container. Instructed to clean ground surrounding outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.11: observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12: observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.114: observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.14: observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: at time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for one food handler. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  5. Fail

    Complaint · Fail

    5 critical10 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. Priority foundation violation

      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 cold tcs food(raw eggs in shell), held at improper temperatures ranging between 50.5-52.7f. Instructed all cold tcs food must be held at 41f or below. Corrected on site manager voluntarily discarded and denatured food valued at $40 weighing 4lbs 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: Observed two door refrigerator at improper ambient temperature of 50.4f. Instructed all cold holding units must be maintained at 41f or below. Corrected on site held for inspection tag placed on two door refrigerator. Priority violation 7-38-005 citation issued

      Official wording (code 33)

      Proper cooling methods used; adequate equipment for temperature control

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water on the premises, observed improper minimum water temperatures ranging between 69.6-76.5f. Instructed management to provide and maintain hot running water above 110f at the 3 compartment sink and above 100f at all hand washing sinks. Instructed hot water generation and distribution shall be sufficient to meet the peak hot water demands throughout the retail food establishment. Corrected on site observed hot running water restored before conclusion of inspection, observed water temperatures ranging between 106.0-128.5f after restoration. Priority violation 7-38-030(c), citation issued

      Official wording (code 50)

      Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed waste water backing up from lid of grease trap onto floor when draining sanitizer compartment of three compartment sink in prep/dishwashing area. Instructed manager to repair grease trap in prep/dishwashing area for appropriate waste water drainage. Priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed openings in middle, at base and in between panels of rear exit doors and observed opening at lower right corner of front entrance door. Instructed to seal all outer openings to prevent pest entrance.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed over 70 rat droppings in facility. Observed rat droppings in dining area, cashier area and basement. Instructed to eliminate rodent activity, remove rat droppings and clean affected areas. Recommended licensed pest control company service facility on or after 6/1/2026. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a) citation issued

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed sanitizer compartment drain of three compartment sink stuffed with paper towels. Instructed to provide proper stoppers for three compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed door of all gender washroom to not be self closing. Instructed to install self closing device on all gender washroom door so that it shall be tight fitting and self closing.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease on exterior of outside grease container. Instructed to clean exterior of outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed grease on ground in front and sides of outside grease container. Instructed to clean ground surrounding outside grease container and maintain.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed unused equipment and containers stored outside space in between rear exit and unused walk in cooler. Instructed to remove all unused or non working equipment that is unnecessary to the operation or maintenance of the establishment.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility. Observed stained ceiling tiles in areas such as dining room and in rear prep area. Instructed to replace all stained ceiling tiles throughout facility and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust buildup on wall above rear exit doors. Instructed to clean wall above rear exit doors and maintain. Observed grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area. Instructed to remove grease buildup on heater installed in ceiling near dishwashing area and maintain. Observed grease buildup on floors, in corners and along bases of wall underneath and behind all cooking equipment and cold holding units in rear prep area. Instructed to clean floors in said areas and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed dust and grease buildup on filters in both hoods in rear prep area. Instructed to clean filters in both hoods in rear prep area and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no city of chicago certified foodservice manager on premises. Instructed city of chicago certified foodservice manager must be on premises at all times. 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: At time of inspection facility provided no proof of food handler training for one food handler. Instructed to provide food handler certificates for all food handlers.

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  6. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food storage containers without labels containing the common name of foods. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored in coolers and hot holding uncovered. Instructed to provide food grade lids/covers.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed in-use utensils stored improperly directly inside of the food item container(s). Instructed to store properly between usage.

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored/covered improperly with aluminum foil in the coolers, prep area, frontline area and freezer. Instructed to remove aluminum foil and store/cover with food grade covers/lids.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build up of grease/grime on ventilation hood and filters above the cooking equipment. Instructed to clean.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed city of chicago food service sanitation manager on duty without allergen training certificate posted.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed torn gaskets on cold hold units. Instructed person in charge to repair gaskets on all cold hold units 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: Observed build-up of food residue on interior of cold hold units and doors. Instructed person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed build-up of grease on filters in hood system in front prep area. Instucted person in charge to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no allergen training certificate for certified manager on site at time of inspection. Instructed to obtain and retain certificate on site.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  8. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  9. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.111 over 15 live small flies still in prep area and in basement. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas and have updated pest control service dated today or after todays date. 7-38-020(a) priority foundation

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.116: exterior of outside grease receptacle not clean, excessive grease/dust/debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing allergen training for city of chicago certified food manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  10. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical5 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-402.13 unable to verify if sewage issue repaired, all floor drains have been sealed (2 drains fully cemented. 1 drain with air conditioner drain line with garden hose extension completely with cement around, other 2 drains capped) . Pipe missing from basement utility sink causing waste water to accumulate on floor. Instd to have license plumber repair plumbing issue as required by law. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: 4-204.112(b): missing thermometer in prep cooler. Instd to provide and maintain

      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: 6-501.111 live small flies still remain on wall and ceilings in prep area and in toilet room. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas and have updated pest control service dated today or after todays date. 7-38-020(a) priority foundation

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 4-601.11(c): interior cabinet of fryers, microwave, all shelving, all cooking equipment including legs/wheels and all attached piping, can opener, and exterior of dry storage containers not clean excessive grease, debris. Instd to clean and maintain same. Note: premises has used silver spray paint to paint over grease and debris on fryers and equipment. Instd to remove all grease and debris and spray paint and use proper food grade supplies to repair surfaces.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.116: exterior of outside grease receptacle not clean, excessive grease/dust/debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: 6-501.12 floor in basement not dry, waste water from utility sink accumulating on floor. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing food handler training for all food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: missing allergen training for city of chicago certified food manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  11. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    8 general2 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Missing thermometer in prep cooler. Instd to provide and maintain

      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: Outer openings not protected, observed side window with large gaps around air conditioner, open to air. Instd to have outer openings protected and tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Over 20 live small flies on wall and ceilings in prep area and in toilet room. Instd to remove all flies, clean and sanitize all affected areas and have updated pest control service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation

      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: Rust and alumunum foil noted on shelves under cooking line. Instd to remove foil, rust and repair surfaces so as to be smooth, even, and easily cleanable.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Interior cabinet of fryers, microwave, all shelving, all cooking equipment including legs/wheels and all attached piping, can opener, and exterior of dry storage containers not clean excessive grease, debris. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed raw black/brown sewage with human feces/excrements, toilet paper, and other waste backing up from floor drain and accumulating on large area of floor in basement. Foul sewage odor noted through out premises. Instd to repair plumbing issue, remove sewage and odor, clean and sanitize all affected areas. Instd to maintain floor clean and dry. Citation issued 7-38-030(c) priority

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Exterior of outside grease receptacle not clean, excessive grease/dust/debris. Instd to detail clean and maintain same.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floor through out premises, under and behind cooking equipemnt, along wallbase and entire floor in basement not clean. Instd to clean and maintain same

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Missing food handler training for all food handlers. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Missing allergen training for city of chicago certified food manager. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  12. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    10 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label bulk containers (salt) and maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Found approximately 1/2" gap on bottom and middle of rear exterior double doors. Must make tight fitting and maintain to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found soiled wiping cloths stored on prep table. Must store in sanitizing solution when not in use, maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Found torn gasket inside door of 3-door cooler. Must repair 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: Found accumulated ice build up inside deep freezer. Instructed to defrost and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found leak at pipe under prep handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found accumulated food debris on exterior and shelving of cooking equipment. Instructed to 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: Found multiple stained ceiling tiles in prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found standing water on floor of basement. Instructed to keep dry.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical11 general Show violations
    • CriticalFood handling

      No warning to customers about raw or undercooked food.

      Inspector’s note: Found no disclosure on menu for undercooked burgers. Must provide disclosure on menu for raw/undercooked food and maintain. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 25)

      Consumer advisory provided for raw/undercooked food

    • GeneralFood handling

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

      Inspector’s note: Must label bulk containers (salt) and maintain.

      Official wording (code 37)

      Food properly labeled; original container

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Found approximately 1/2" gap on bottom and middle of rear exterior double doors. Must make tight fitting and maintain to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Found soiled wiping cloths stored on prep table. Must store in sanitizing solution when not in use, maintain.

      Official wording (code 41)

      Wiping cloths: properly used & stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Found torn gasket inside door of 3-door cooler. Must repair 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: Found accumulated ice build up inside deep freezer. Instructed to defrost and maintain.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Found leak at pipe under prep handwashing sink. Instructed to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no covered receptacle in unisex restroom. Instructed to provide and maintain.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found accumulated food debris on exterior and shelving of cooking equipment. Instructed to 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: Found standing water on floor of basement. Instructed to keep dry.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Found multiple stained ceiling tiles in prep area. Instructed to replace and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from 6/23/21, report #2521826: #57: employees missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site must correct the above violation. Priority foundation violation 7-42-090. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  14. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 condensor line leaking in upright 2 door cooler causing water accumulation on interior bottom. Instd to repair 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) inbetween fryer and grill and surface underneath grill not clean, excessive food debris instd to clean 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: improper stoppers for 3-compartment sink, using plastic wrap. Instd to provide proper stoppers and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: 2-102.13: employees missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  15. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical6 general1 paperwork 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. Instd to provide an employee acknowledged health policy and maintain on site. Priority foundation 7-38-010

      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: No procedure in place for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Instd to provide procedure and supplies and maintain on site at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-005

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: 2 live roaches crawling under hot water tank and dead roaches noted in same area. Instd to remove all roaches, clean and sanitize affected areas and contact pest control for service. Citation issued 7-38-020(a) priority foundation

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      In-use utensils weren’t stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Styrofoam cups being stored inside containers of salsa and being used as dispensing utensils. Instd to use proper dispensing utensils and store properly (handle not in food)

      Official wording (code 43)

      In-use utensils: properly stored

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Condensor line leaking in upright 2 door cooler causing water accumulation on interior bottom. Instd to repair 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: Inbetween fryer and grill and surface underneath grill not clean, excessive food debris instd to clean and maintain

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Improper stoppers for 3-compartment sink, using plastic wrap. Instd to provide proper stoppers and maintain

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floor in basement not clean or dry. Instd to maintain clean and dry

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Not all food employees had food-handler training.

      Inspector’s note: Employees missing food handler training. Instd to obtain training and maintain verification on site

      Official wording (code 57)

      All food employees have food handler training

  16. Conditional

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 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 policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

  17. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 critical8 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no employee health policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation 7-38-010.

      Official wording (code 3)

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

    • CriticalManagement & training

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no vomit and diarrhea clean up policy on site. Must provide. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 5)

      Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Staff touched ready-to-eat food with bare hands.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food handler touch uncooked beef with raw hands and then touch bread. Instructed no bare hand contact with ready to eat foods, such as bread. Instructed must use utensils or wear gloves to handle ready to eat foods. Operator discarded contaminated bread during inspection. Instructed must wash hands and use utensils after switching tasks. Priority violation 7-38-010. Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 9)

      No bare hand contact with rte food or a pre-approved alternative procedure properly allowed

    • CriticalFood temperature

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no labels on TCS foods in coolers. Must label all TCS foods with name and discard date. Priority foundation violation 7-38-005.

      Official wording (code 23)

      Proper date marking and disposition

    • CriticalFacility upkeep

      Sewage or wastewater wasn’t disposed of properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing, deep, waste/sewage water in all of basement. Instructed must clean and sanitize basement and storage area at top of stairs of basement. Must repair plumbing issue. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 52)

      Sewage & waste water properly disposed

    • GeneralFood temperature

      Thermometers were missing or inaccurate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no metal stem thermometer on site. Must provide metal stem thermometer to measure internal food temperature. Priority foundation 7-38-005.

      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: Observed approximately 20 mice droppings and 1 live roach in dry storage stairwell area. Must detail clean and sanitize area. Must eliminate pest issue. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(a). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralHygiene & sanitation

      Gloves weren’t used properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no gloves on site. Recommended gloves and/or utensils for ready to eat foods.

      Official wording (code 46)

      Gloves used properly

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed drain line from 2 door cooler not properly connected to drain system. (drain line emptying into pan on floor). Must repair.

      Official wording (code 47)

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

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive debris and ice accumulation inside chest freezer. Must defrost, clean and sanitize.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Backflow prevention device not located on utility sink on main floor and basement utility sink. Must provide back flow prevention device on utility sink.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage area not maintained. Observed lid open and garbage overflowing. Must clean area around garbage container. Must keep all garbage contained in container with lid closed. Observed items on ground near garbage container. Observed excessive grease on outdoor grease container. Instructed must clean grease container. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(B). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed heavily soiled floors throughout kitchen, dry storage and basement. Must detail clean and sanitize. Must elevate all items at least 6 in above the floor.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      Required allergen training was missing.

      Inspector’s note: Must provide allergen training for all Chicago certified food managers.

      Official wording (code 58)

      Allergen training as required

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed water damaged ceiling tile over dining table front, instructed to replace. Also clean front dining area light shields.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Rear yard walk-in cooler (not in use),full of clutter, instructed to organize and remove items not being used.

  19. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Facilities do not maintain proper temperature. Observed the 2 door prep cooler with an air temperature of 45.9f. The cooler was used to store potentially hazardous foods such as meats and cheese. Management instructed to repair and maintain the cooler below 40f. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures inside of the prep cooler. Observed ham at 45.3f, chicken at 49.4f, raw bacon at 48.1f, cheese at 45.2f, and steak at 46.4f. Observed breaded steak at 68.3f on top of the oil container in the food prep area. Management voluntarily discarded approximately 10# of food worth $100. Critical violation 7-38-005a.

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Food not protected from contamination during storage. Observed cut vegetables (onions and carrots) stored in a plastic bucket with a dishwashing liquid label on it. Management instructed to use only food grade storage containers. Also, observed a dirty apron and a used paper towel in the container used to store onions. Management instructed to separate food from personal items and trash. Serious violation 7-38-005a.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Dry food storage containers must be labeled.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed frozen meat stored in a grocery bag in the chest freezer. Management instructed to use only food grade storage bags.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Detail clean the interior of the 2 door prep cooler, prep tables.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food handler requirements met

      Inspector’s note: All food handling employees must show proof of food handler training. Must provide.

  20. Pass

    License Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  21. Fail

    License · Fail

    4 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 live roach activity (adult and nymph) by attached motor hardware of cooler at front line. Also noted over 15 rat droppings scattered on floor behind cooler in dining area and cooler in prep area. Rub markings noted at base of locked door leading to basement that is located in prep area. Rear door not rodent proof, approx 1/4 inch gap located at bottom of exit doors. Instd to remove all insects, rodent activity, clean, sanitize affected areas and rodent proof door so as to be tight fitting.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Cutting boards at prep line, stained with deep, dark grooves. Instd to replace same.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Interior bottom of fryers and rubber gaskets of prep cooler doors not clean, debris. Clean same 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: Gaps noted at base of wall and floor in rear. Instd to provide 4 inch wallbase coving in prep area and behind 3-compartment sink.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 4 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.